[Available all year round] Private customized course reservations for Asahiyama Zoo / Biei / Furano / Niseko / Lake Akan / Shiretoko / Abashiri etc. Itinerary changes negotiable (Hokkaido)

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・Asahiyama Zoo One of Hokkaido's most famous tourist attractions, Asahiyama Zoo is home to approximately 700 animals from approximately 100 species. Located at the northernmost tip of Japan, Asahiyama Zoo is the only zoo that specializes in raising animals from cold regions, such as polar bears, seals, and penguins. Asahiyama Zoo will be closed from November 4th to November 10th, 2023.

・Biei Patchwork Road This is a coined word that refers to the patchwork-like scenery of the hills of Biei, where seasonal flowers and fields planted with crops unfold. Recommended spots include the Ken and Mary Tree, the Seven Star Tree, and the Parent and Child Tree.

・Blue Pond The popular "Shirogane Blue Pond (commonly known as the Blue Pond)" is a spectacular spot in Hokkaido's natural beauty, and is a popular tourist spot that attracts many tourists regardless of the season, as it offers great photos that will look great on social media.

・Shirahige Falls: A scenic spot located right next to Shirogane Onsen town that's worth visiting along with the Blue Pond. The water drops approximately 30 meters as it cascades down the rock face, sending up powerful sprays. It's a rare "submerged waterfall" in Japan, where abundant groundwater from the Tokachi Mountain Range gushes out from a fissure in the lava layer. The waterfall's white streaks are collected by the Biei River, commonly known as the Blue River. Like the Blue Pond, you can see a beautiful cobalt blue landscape on clear days. In winter, illumination events are also held. The waterfall, rising against the backdrop of deep snow, is a majestic sight. Filled with negative ions, this place is also known as a power spot.

・Shikisai-no-Oka A panoramic flower field where flowers bloom across the vast grounds. You can enjoy a variety of flowers in each season from spring to autumn, such as tulips, poppies, and sunflowers, in the strip-shaped fields. During the green season from late April to late October, a tractor bus (500 yen per ride) runs around the park. The alpaca ranch (500 yen admission) is open all year round, and you can get up close and personal with adorable alpacas by feeding them.

・Furano Tomi Farm Enjoy the seasonal scenery of Furano, beautifully blending with nature. We will guide you through the vast 150,000 square meter site where approximately 80 types of flowers bloom throughout the year, including lavender and lupine, which are representative of Furano.

・Right in front of Furano Prince Hotel is Ningle Terrace, a shopping area that spreads out into the forest. 15 lodges are scattered along wooden walkways, each with its own unique theme and lined with crafts. It's a fantastical space that feels like it's filled with fairies.

Lake Akan is a caldera lake formed by an eruption about 150,000 years ago. Four islands are scattered across the lake: Oshima, Koshima, Yaitai Island, and Churui Island. Surrounded by the mountains of Mt. Meakan and Mt. Oakan, the lake is rich in nature, with Lake Akan hot springs gushing out from the lake's southern shore.

・Shiretoko Five Lakes Five mystical lakes lush with virgin forest. This is a naturally rich spot where you can enjoy the beautiful surrounding scenery of the sea, mountains, and forests all at once. It is popular as a representative scenic spot of the Shiretoko World Heritage Site. It is also home to many wild animals such as Ezo deer and brown bears, which you can sometimes see. You can travel between the lakes on elevated boardwalks and ground-level promenades, and enjoy views of the Shiretoko Mountain Range and the Sea of Okhotsk stretching out in the distance. Enjoy a stroll filled with a sense of freedom, surrounded by the ambient sounds of nature.

・The Road to the Heavens This straight road stretches for approximately 18km and is a must-drive for Shiretoko. It stretches from Minehama in Shari to the Daiei district, and you can enjoy touring while taking in the typical Hokkaido scenery of fields and forests on both sides of the road.
The road stretches far into the distance, seemingly reaching all the way to the heavens, earning it the nickname "The Road to Heaven." Drive under the vast blue sky during the day, and surrounded by the crimson sky at dusk.

・Sunayu (Sand Bath) - Lake Kussharo You can observe the "natural beauty of extreme cold" created by the frozen lake and low temperatures approaching minus 30 degrees. You can also see the ice floes that form on the frozen lake surface and the "Omiwatari phenomenon" from February.

Lake Shikotsu, whose name comes from the Ainu word "shi-kot" (large depression), is home to a sheer cliff-like landscape known as "columnar jointing" beneath the lake's surface. Its deep waters, at 363m, are a testament to the intensity of the explosion, making it the second deepest lake in Japan after Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture. Because of its depth, the lake rarely freezes over, making it the northernmost lake in Japan that never freezes over.

Lake Toya, where the Ainu legend of a giant winged serpent lived, was created by the eruption of a volcano on the bottom of the lake. This article introduces recommended spots around Lake Toya, ways to enjoy Lake Toya over the course of a day, and model sightseeing itineraries based in New Chitose Airport and Sapporo. It also includes information on convenient hotels for day trips and overnight stays in scenic areas where you can enjoy high-quality hot springs and sightseeing.

Cape Chikyu is derived from the Ainu word "chikepu," which means "cliff." From "chikepu" it became "chikiu," and then "Cape Chikyu." The lighthouse on the cape is 131 meters high and has a range of 25 nautical miles. It was first lit in 1920. Cape Chikyu is one of the most scenic spots in Japan, with a series of cliffs about 100 meters high, and on clear days you can see the Pacific Ocean from the observation deck. It is one of Hokkaido's most popular tourist spots, having been ranked number one in the "Hokkaido's Top 100 Natural Spots," and on New Year's Day it is crowded with locals and tourists from far and wide who come to worship at the first sunrise of the year.

・Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch is named after the active volcano Showa Shinzan. Originally, the mountain was only 270 meters high, but continued crustal activity has caused it to grow taller with each passing day, and it now stands 398 meters above sea level. It is a "young mountain" that is still growing, and is classified as a rare rock tower-type volcano in the world. White geothermal smoke can still be seen from the reddish-brown mountains. Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch is home to approximately 100 purebred brown bears. The ranch covers a large area, and the bears are divided into relatively fixed areas by age group.

・To Noboribetsu Jigokudani Jigokudani You can see hot water flowing down the reddish-brown mountainside and volcanic gas erupting. Jigokudani is very vast. It's a place where you can feel the power of nature.

The night view from Mt. Hakodate has been selected as one of the top three night views in the world and Japan, and is highly acclaimed both in Japan and overseas. The sparkling lights of the city and coastal roads contrast vividly with the dark sea, creating a romantic night view.

・Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse Begins as Hakodate's first commercial warehouse The Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse dates back to 1887 (Meiji 20) when Watanabe Kumashiro, who ran the Kanamori Western Goods Store (now the Hakodate City Local History Museum), opened the first commercial warehouse in Hakodate.The current building was rebuilt in 1909 (Meiji 42) using fire-resistant bricks after being destroyed in a major fire.

・Meijikan Meijikan This building was built in 1911 (Meiji 44) as the Hakodate Post Office and was in use until 1962 (Showa 37). It is characterized by its brick exterior, semicircular arch windows, and decorative gables on the front facade. It is currently used as a shopping mall with souvenir shops and other items.

Hakodate Morning Market: A major tourist spot where the flavors of Hakodate are concentrated, the Hakodate Morning Market is a permanent market located near JR Hakodate Station. It is lined with around 250 stores, including seafood and produce stores, as well as farm shops run by agricultural producers. There is also a food court and a restaurant district serving seafood bowls and ramen, making it a major tourist spot in Hakodate that bustles from early in the morning.

・Niseko The place name "Niseko (Nisekoan)" comes from the Ainu language and means "a steep cliff (with a river flowing below it)."
Additionally, "Nupuri" means "mountain" in the Ainu language, and the mountain where the ski resort is located, "Niseko Annupuri," means "a mountain with a steep cliff (and a river below it)" in the Ainu language. Incidentally, "Niseko Annupuri" does not have the "yama" or "dake" characters that are commonly used in spelling.
In Hokkaido, there are many place names that have Ainu origins, but most of them are written in kanji. After the Meiji period, settlers in Niseko Town began to write Ainu place names, but even at that time, the kanji for "Niseko" did not catch on, and it is said that katakana was adopted instead.

Mount Yotei is a 1,898m high stratovolcano located in the southern Shiribeshi region of Hokkaido. Its conical shape means it is sometimes called "Ezo Fuji." The summit has a crater 700m in diameter and 200m deep, with a side crater on the northwestern slope. There are four hiking trails, each taking around four to six hours. During the summer, you can see around 80 types of alpine plants at the summit.

The name Jozankei comes from the name "Jozan" of Miizumi Jozan, who discovered the existence of hot springs in the area around 1866, established a therapeutic hot spring resort, and contributed to the development of the Jozankei area. Miizumi Jozan was a Soto Zen monk from Okayama Prefecture, and from 1853 (Kaei 6) he carried out missionary work in Esashi, Setana, Hariusu in Otaru, and various places on the Sea of Japan side of Hokkaido. Today, a bronze statue of Miizumi Jozan stands in Jozankei, and Jozanji Temple, which he founded, still stands.

～Itinerary introduction～
Meeting time: 8:00
Meeting and departure point: Your hotel lobby Private course (recommended)
1. Asahiyama Zoo
2. Biei Patchwork Road Ken and Mary's Tree
3 Seven Star Tree
4 Parent and Child Trees
5. Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls
6 Shikisai no Oka
7 Furano Tomi Farm
8 Ningle Terrace
9 Lake Akan
10 Sand Bath Lake Kussharo
11 Mount Io
12 Lake Mashu
13 Shiretoko Peninsula
14 Abashiri Drift Ice ⒖ Noboribetsu Jigokudani
16 Lake Toya
17 Hakodate night view
18 Goryokaku
19 Kanamori Warehouses
20 Meijikan
21 Morning Market
22 Niseko
23 Mt. Yotei
24 Jozankei
25 Shiroi Koibito Park
26 Otaru Canal/Tenguyama
27 Denuki Shopping Street/Triangle Market
28 International Ski Resort
29 Moiwa Ropeway
30 Sapporo Odori Park
31 Sapporo Snow Festival/Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
32 Arriving in Sapporo (scheduled)
Number of days of operation: According to customer needs.
Note:
① Daily operating hours: 10 hours between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM in summer, 8 hours between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM in winter.
② The maximum distance you can ride per day is 250 km. Extension fees are 5,000 yen for 30 minutes or 150 yen per kilometer.
③ We will pick you up at your hotel lobby.
④ Completely private courses available.