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[Admission Ticket Included Plan] Enjoy an Ainu Cultural Experience at Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park)! Shuttle Bus Tour
- Admission ticket included! Enjoy an Ainu cultural experience at Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park)! Shuttle bus tour.
- Enjoy a full 5-hour stay! A place of relaxation surrounded by abundant nature, where Ainu culture thrives. Experience Ainu culture through a variety of programs!
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Museum tour, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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The Upopoy Day Trip Liner offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Ainu people at Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park).
- At Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park), you can experience Ainu culture and history and learn about the Ainu worldview and view of nature.
Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park) is located on the shores of Lake Poroto in Shiraoi Town. It was developed as a base for the revival and creation of Ainu culture, which is facing an existential crisis, and as a symbol for building a vibrant society with diverse and rich cultures that respects the dignity of indigenous peoples and is free from discrimination. It is a facility where you can become familiar with Ainu culture amidst abundant nature and learn about it in a fun way.
- Surrounded by abundant nature, this is a place of relaxation where Ainu culture thrives. Experience Ainu culture through a variety of programs!
The National Ainu Museum and Park, affectionately known as "Upopoy," means "singing (together)" in the Ainu language. Its main facilities include the National Ainu Museum, the National Ainu Park, and a memorial facility, making it a national center that serves as a base for the revival and creation of Ainu culture.
- National Ethnic Coexistence Park
A field museum where you can experience the culture of the indigenous Ainu people with all five senses. The National Ainu National Park is an experiential field museum where you can experience the culture of the indigenous Ainu people, which has been nurtured in nature, with all five senses. Through performances of Ainu ancient dances, experiences of traditional performing arts, food culture experiences, and experiences of making traditional crafts,
You can experience Ainu culture here. It is a place of relaxation where Ainu culture thrives, surrounded by abundant nature.
- National Ainu Museum
This is the first national museum in Hokkaido to feature an exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of the Ainu people. The exhibition consists of a main exhibition room and a special exhibition room, both structured from the perspective of the Ainu people. In addition to the exhibition rooms, there are screenings in the theater. The museum shop also offers a selection of crafts and original goods.
The architecture of Upopoy is based on the design philosophy of harmony with nature, and is characterized by a unique style that incorporates traditional elements of the Ainu people. Natural materials such as wood and stone are used extensively on the exterior walls, creating a warm atmosphere that blends in with the surrounding natural environment.
Upopoy (National Ainu Museum and Park) is located in Shiraoi Town, Hokkaido, and is Japan's first national park dedicated to the revival and development of Ainu culture. In the Ainu language, "Upopoy" means "singing (together)," symbolizing a space where all ethnic groups can live and prosper together.
This beautiful settlement recreates the traditional Ainu lifestyle and is part of the "National Ethnic Coexistence Park," where you can experience the Ainu way of life of the past with all your senses. It is a place of relaxation where Ainu culture thrives.
You can deeply experience the charm of Ainu culture through activities such as watching performances of traditional Ainu dances, experiencing traditional performing arts, enjoying the local food culture, and trying your hand at making traditional crafts.
As the setting sun casts its glow over Lake Poroto, the Ainu people, clad in their traditional attire, the "attush," dance gracefully, their large shawls billowing in the breeze. It is not merely a visual spectacle, but a sacred moment of dialogue with nature and the spirits of their ancestors (kamuy).
Purchase Notice
[Travel conditions]
Departure/Arrival: Sapporo/Sapporo
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation used: Chartered bus
Bus company operating the service: Hokkaido Area Bus Company
Meal plan: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation used: None
Minimum number of participants: 1
Tour guide: 1
Guide: 0
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: Wonder Styles Co., Ltd.
Address: 7th Floor, Ena Square Odori Building, 10-4, Odori West 6-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo City, Hokkaido
Registration Number: Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-862
Affiliated travel industry association: None
[Consignment Sales]
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan
Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
A Japanese staff member will accompany you throughout the entire trip. The staff will use a translation app to communicate, so please feel free to participate with confidence.
Traffic congestion is more likely on weekends and public holidays. Also, due to strict regulations on bus drivers' working hours in Japan, we may need to adjust the duration of our stay at each stop depending on the road conditions on the day. Thank you for your understanding.
Please arrive at the designated meeting place at least 10 minutes before departure. To avoid disrupting the subsequent itinerary, we will depart immediately if you are late. We will not contact you in advance, so please be punctual.
Due to road conditions, bus arrivals may be delayed. We cannot provide any compensation in the event of public transportation cancellations or disruptions. Please note that in such cases, no refunds will be given for same-day cancellations.
Delays may occur due to traffic congestion, weather, or other force majeure events, and parts of the itinerary may be canceled or the duration of stays at each location may be shortened.
Due to public holidays or special circumstances at tourist spots, temporary closures or restrictions on visiting hours may occur, which may result in adjustments to the itinerary or an earlier end to the tour. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Lunch is not included in this plan. Please have lunch on your own at Upopoy.
Children aged 0-2 who do not require a seat are admitted free of charge. When making a reservation, please include their name (in phonetic script), gender, and age in the request field. If a seat is required, please pay the same ticket price as an adult.
Please refrain from joining this tour on the last day of your Hokkaido/Sapporo trip (we cannot offer any compensation if you miss your return flight due to bus delays or other reasons).
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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