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A black steam locomotive 'SL Winter Marsh' train on a chartered tour through the snow-covered Kushiro Wetlands, emitting majestic smoke, showcasing a unique Hokkaido winter rail journey.
Lake Mashu in winter, displaying its mysterious 'Mashu Blue' waters, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and frost-covered trees, creating a breathtaking and serene Hokkaido natural landscape.
The large 'Aurora' icebreaker ship powerfully cleaving through thick drift ice on the Sea of Okhotsk, demonstrating a spectacular Hokkaido drift ice cruise experience under a clear blue sky.
A dazzling fireworks display illuminating the night sky above the Akan Lake Ice Festival, with vibrant colors reflecting on the icy lake surface and a crowd gathered below, creating a warm, moving winter spectacle.
A cozy Japanese-style hot spring bath (onsen) featuring wooden interiors and natural rock elements, with bright sunlight streaming through a skylight, offering a warm and relaxing retreat after a Hokkaido winter adventure.

The event is confirmed! Kushiro "Steam Locomotive Winter Wetlands" chartered operation, Akan Winter Fireworks, and an impressive 2-day drift ice cruise [departing from Sapporo]


Booking confirmation: within 14 days before the departure
Duration:2 day(s)
Guided language: 日本語
Free cancellation 15 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site

・SL Winter Wetlands (Shibecha Station to Kushiro Station) Limited-time train! Charter the Black Express, which stands out against the silver-white Kushiro Wetlands!

・Icebreaker "Aurora": A large ship that powerfully breaks through thick ice as it moves forward! The sight of the ship moving forward with such force, breaking the ice with its own weight, makes a "boom! boom!" noise, and is an amazing sight that you won't see on any other icebreaker cruise!

・Lake Mashu shines most mystically in winter. The contrast between the snow-capped mountains and the "Mashu Blue" is breathtaking!

・The Lake Akan Ice Festival is a winter tradition at Lake Akan, where flowers bloom in the clear night sky at -20°C! The midwinter fireworks that bloom in the darkness will warm the hearts of those who see them, and you will be moved by the fantastic fireworks that shine in the winter night sky!

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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodTransfer from meeting point
Departure TimeStandard Departure (8-9 am)
Meal arrangementBreakfast included, Lunch included, With dinner, Arrange yourself
Room typeDouble room, Triple room, Quadruple room
SeasonalWinter Snow Exclusive
Sightseeing typeBus tour
TransportBus tour

Relaxation & Beauty

Hot spring typeNude bath house

Product Info

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

  • Privately chartered steam locomotive Winter Wetlands!

The Steam Locomotive Winter Wetlands (Shibecha Station to Kushiro Station) is a limited-time train! We will charter the Black Express, which stands out against the silver-white Kushiro Wetlands, exclusively for you!

① Japan Airlines cabin attendants, JAL Hometown Ambassadors, will accompany the steam locomotive! They are available to greet and see off passengers and take commemorative photos. ② Original in-car announcements by the JAL Hometown Ambassadors will guide you. You can also enjoy the view of nature from the train window and wildlife such as red-crowned cranes, Steller's sea eagles, and deer.
③We will also be offering a small gift exclusive to this exclusive event, including an original boarding certificate as a souvenir.

*Service may be suspended in bad weather.

  • Experience the spectacular view up close! Drift ice experience!

The drift icebreaker "Aurora" is a large ship that powerfully breaks through thick ice as it moves forward! The sight of the ship moving forward with such force, breaking the ice with its weight, makes a "boom! boom!" sound, and is an amazing sight that you won't see on any other drift ice cruise!

  • You can also enjoy spectacular winter views and fireworks shining in the night sky!

Lake Mashu shines most mystically in winter. The contrast between the snow-capped mountains and the "Mashu Blue" is breathtaking!

  • Lake Akan Ice Festival ICE・Love・Akan Winter Beauty

A winter spectacle at Lake Akan, where flowers bloom in the clear night sky at -20°C! The midwinter fireworks that bloom in the darkness will warm the hearts of those who see them, and the fantastical fireworks that shine in the winter night sky will leave you in awe!

  • Stay overnight at Lake Akan Onsen

"New Akan Hotel" plan: A hot spring inn nestled on the shores of Lake Akan. "Hotel Gozensui" plan: Enjoy a starry sky from the sky garden spa and a relaxing Japanese dinner with a hot spring boasting excellent spring quality.


★About SL★

・The riding section of the steam locomotive may change.

・The bus may be facing backwards depending on the direction of travel. In this case, the direction may differ from the photos on the internet or in pamphlets. Please note that even when the bus is facing backwards, the head mark will still be displayed in the direction of travel.

★About drift ice★

・Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, so it may not be possible to see it depending on weather conditions (tides, wind direction, etc.).

・The tour will proceed regardless of the arrival or departure of the drift ice. Even if the drift ice has not arrived at the shore, cancellation fees will be charged in the event of cancellation or changes.

・We will not inform customers about the drift ice conditions before departure. Please refer to the "Sea Ice Forecast" published on the Japan Meteorological Agency's website.

・The operation of the icebreaker does not depend on the presence or absence of drifting ice, and if there is no drifting ice on the route, the tour will be conducted on the sea, but there will be no refunds.If the tour is canceled due to bad weather, high waves, etc., we will guide you to an alternative sightseeing spot or refund the difference in price at a later date.

・If the drift ice icebreaker cruise is cancelled, the accompanying tour guide (TD) will provide you with alternative options on the day. Please note that alternative options may be limited depending on the itinerary, location, and season.

This tour is conducted in Japanese only.

Please note that all tour guidance from the tour conductor will be in Japanese only. However, to ensure the smooth running of the tour and safety, we will provide as much information as possible using a translation app (meeting place, departure time, etc.).

Please observe the following when participating:

・Please make your reservation using your correct name and email address.

・Please be sure to arrive on time during the tour. If you arrive late, the tour will depart.

Purchase Notice

[Travel conditions]

Departure/Destination: Sapporo, Hokkaido

Length of trip: 1 night, 2 days

Transportation: Chartered bus, train

Bus company: Clock Tower Bus

Meal conditions: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch (box lunch), 1 dinner

Available accommodation:

Akanko Onsen Hotel Gozensui/Room types: Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms (twin), Japanese-Western style rooms

or

Akanko Onsen New Akan Hotel/Room types: Japanese-style room, Western-style room (twin), Japanese-Western style room

■Please leave the room assignment at your accommodation (Japanese-style room, Japanese-Western room, or Western-style twin room) to us.

When using a Japanese-style room or a Japanese-Western style room, you may be asked to lay out your own futon.

■Please note that the room layout and the view from the room may vary depending on the accommodation facility.

Minimum number of participants: 1

Tour conductor: 1

Guide: 0 (Guidance will be in Japanese) *No guide-interpreters will accompany the tour

[Travel planning/implementation]

Company name: CLUB TOURISM INTERNATIONAL INC

Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Registration number: Tourism Agency Commissioner's Registered Travel Agency No. 1693

Travel industry association: Full member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents

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KKDAY JAPAN Inc.

2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004

Tourism Agency Commissioner's Registered Travel Agency No. 2045

Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Reminders

  • Please arrive at the designated location 20 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time

  • For domestic trips departing on or after May 1, 2025, any changes to meal contents due to serious food allergies, dietary restrictions based on medical judgment, religious reasons, etc. will incur a fee of 1,500 yen per meal, plus the actual cost if there is a difference in price.

  • Cancellation fees will also be charged for delays or non-participation due to transportation delays, etc. The tour will depart at the scheduled departure time.

  • Please note that the return time may be delayed due to weather or road conditions. If delays in the itinerary result in cancellation of flights, meals, or other reservations that you have made yourself, we will not be held responsible.

  • The order of the itinerary may be changed.

  • The Drift Ice Cruise and Steam Locomotive Winter Wetlands may be suspended due to bad weather or vehicle malfunctions. Also, the fireworks may be canceled due to bad weather.

  • For safety reasons, children aged 3 to 5 (preschoolers) will be charged a bus seat only (15,000 yen/including accommodation fee), and meals will not be provided.

  • Children (elementary school students) are charged the same as adults.

  • Due to the seating arrangement on trains, even if you are booking as a group, you may be seated far apart, and even if you book as a group of two, you may not be seated next to each other (seating side by side).

  • As the tour will include outdoor viewing, please bring warm clothing (jacket, hat, gloves, earmuffs) and rain gear, as well as comfortable, non-slip shoes.

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