北海道中央バス　定期観光バス » 2015summer https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp 北海道内観光名所・スポットを巡る定期観光バスと都市間高速バスでお客様の旅をお手伝いします。 Fri, 29 May 2026 02:09:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Find yourself surrounded by Hokkaido’s flower fields on a journey across its vast landscapes.Hokuryu Sunflower Village & Shikisai no Oka Tour (With Light Meal, Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/4445 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/4445#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:00:37 +0000 teikan2 http://new.teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/cms/?p=4445 9:20 Sapporo Station   Sapporo IC 10:38〜11:05 Sunagawa Highway Oasis (Rest stop and shopping. Light meal bento and tea provided) [Approx. 25 min]   Takikawa IC 11:55〜13:20 *① Hokuryu Sunflower Village (Free time) [Approx. 1 hr 25 min]   Biei Patchwork Road / Seven Stars Tree (viewed from the bus) 15:10〜15:25 Biei Hokusei-no-Oka Observatory Park (Rest stop) [Approx. 15 min] 15:45〜16:15 *② Shikisai no Oka (Free time) [Approx. 30 min]   Mikasa IC 18:15〜18:30 Iwamizawa Service Area (Rest stop) [Approx. 15 min]   Sapporo IC 19:05 Sapporo Factory (Drop-off available) 19:10 Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop-off available) 19:21 Sapporo Station
  • *①Sunflowers are typically in full bloom from mid-July to around the Obon period in August. Blooming varies by timing, and flowers may not bloom depending on weather conditions.
    At the entrance, a voluntary ¥100 maintenance contribution per person is accepted. Visitors who contribute will receive a packet of sunflower seeds. Entry is still permitted without payment.
    ★Paid options
    · Sunflower maze ¥300
    · Sightseeing cart “Himawari-go” Adults ¥500, Children ¥300 (approx. 12 min per loop)
  • *②Shikisai-no-Oka Hill Recommendations: (Prices are subject to change)
    · Soft Serve Ice Cream made with fresh Biei Milk (5 flavors) : Each ¥450
    · Farm-aged potato croquettes (2 types): ¥180 each

    OPTIONAL
    *Alpaca Farm
    High school and up ¥500, Junior High and elementary school students age ¥300, preschoolers free admission
    *Norokko (Tractor Bus)
    High school and up ¥500, Junior High and elementary school students age ¥300, preschoolers free
  • *Flower fields along the course may not be in bloom depending on the season, growth conditions, and may not be viewable due to pruning and other maintenance.
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Hokuryu Sunflower Village is one of Japan’s largest sunflower fields, spanning about 23 hectares with around 2 million sunflowers in bloom. During peak season, from July 20 to August 18, the Sunflower Festival takes place, featuring a giant sunflower maze, guided tours, and daily events. This tour operates during the festival period, so be sure to check the event schedule in advance.
Before visiting the sunflower fields, the tour stops at Sunagawa Highway Oasis for a break. This spot gathers the best of the Sorachi area, truly a “highway oasis.” The included light meal bento is specially prepared here, featuring local favorites such as minced cutlet made with premium Jinai Wagyu beef and Akabira’s signature hot leg chicken. Enjoy these local flavors while taking in the sunflower views.
　
On the way from Hokuryu to Biei, enjoy views of the Patchwork Road and the iconic Seven Stars Tree from the bus. Then, stop at Hokusei-no-Oka Observatory Park, a scenic viewpoint overlooking the Daisetsuzan mountains and rolling hills. A perfect chance to take photos while taking a short rest.
　
The final stop is Shikisai no Oka, where more than 30 types of flowers bloom in succession from May through late October. The peak season runs from late July to late September, when the gently sloping hills transform into a patchwork of color. A 15-minute ride on the tractor bus “Shikisai Norokko” is highly recommended. The site also has alpacas, and visitors can enter the farm area as an optional activity to interact with and feed them.
　
Breathe in Hokkaido’s refreshing summer air beneath wide-open blue skies, where colorful flowers paint the vast landscape. This tour offers a full Hokkaido experience brought to you by a comfortable sightseeing bus.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/4445/feed 0 Niseko Nature Discovery Tour: Hidden Gem Shinsen Marsh, Local Flavors, and Kyogoku’s Famous Spring Water (Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18089 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18089#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:04:32 +0000 jjadmin https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/?p=18089 8:00 Sapporo Station   Sapporo Kita IC   Yoichi IC 9:17～9:35 Kinoko Kingdom Niki Store (rest) 【about 20 min】   Niseko Panorama Line (passage) 10:45～11:55 *①Shinsen Marsh (walk) 【70 min】 12:25～13:00 *②Niseko Nook Annupuri (lunch) 【35 min】 13:05～13:50 *③Niseko Onsenkyo Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha Parking Lot （We can visit the Niseko Distillery, it is a 4-minute walk away.） 13:55 Depart Niseko Nook Annupuri 14:10～14:40 Niseko Takahashi Farm Milk Factory (shopping and free walking) 【30 min】 15:15～15:45 Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (Free exploration) 【30 min】 16:25～16:40 Nakayama Pass (rest) 【15 min】 17:05 Jouzankei Onsen (can drop off along the way) 17:25 Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5 Jo 2-chome stop, DO possible ) 17:40 Sapporo Park Hotel（Hotel Lifort Sapporo, DO possible） 17:42 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park （DO possible） 17:43 Jasmac Plaza Hotel（DO possible） 17:45 Susukino (D/O possible) 17:50 Sapporo Clock Tower (D/O possible) 17:58 Sapporo Station
  • *①Free time to explore.
    Bring shoes and clothes suited for walking.
    The boardwalk around Shinsen Marsh can become very slippery in rain and snow, so please watch your step. It is very cold from late September to October, so we recommend you wear warm clothes.
  • *②On days when the Niseko Annupuri Gondola is operating, you may optionally ride it. (Round trip: Adults ¥1,600 / Elementary school students ¥800)
    If you choose to ride, please walk on your own to the Niseko Annupuri Gondola station, located about three minutes from Nook Annupuri, and be sure to return to Nook Annupuri by the 13:55 departure time. (If riding the gondola, you will not be able to join itinerary *③).
  • ★Niseko Annupuri Gondola operating dates: July 12, 13; July 19–Aug. 31; Sep. 6, 7; Sep. 13–15; Sep. 20–23; Sep. 27, 28; Oct. 4–13
  • *③If you wish to take a bath at Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha, show your sightseeing bus ticket stub for a discounted entry: Adults ¥600 / Children ¥300.
    However, due to renovation work on the large public bath, day-use bathing will not be available on Tuesday, July 15 and Wednesday, July 16.
    We appreciate your understanding.
Continue reading →]]> ● Experience Breathtaking Nature at Shinsen Marsh
Shinsen Marsh is a mystical pond nestled in pristine wilderness. Walk the well-maintained boardwalk through untouched wetlands and enjoy the vibrant alpine flora. The still waters of the marsh reflect the surrounding trees and sky, creating a picture-perfect view of serenity. As “”Shinsen”" means “”a marsh where gods and sages play,”" it offers a soul-cleansing, peaceful retreat. The marsh’s beauty transforms with the seasons: lush greens in early summer, delicate blooms in midsummer, and vivid autumn leaves. A must-see.
　
● Indulge in Premium Pork: “”Makkari Herb Pork Sukiyaki Set Meal
For lunch, enjoy the “”Makkari Herb Pork Sukiyaki Set Meal”" at Restaurant NISEKO Nook Annupuri, with a view of Mt. Annupuri and plenty of fresh local ingredients. The herb-fed pork from Makkari Village is delicate, with a fine texture and deliciously sweet fat. Paired with Hokkaido-grown vegetables in a steaming sukiyaki pot, this premium pork will refresh your spirit and satisfy your appetite. Savor a blissful lunchtime surrounded by the grandeur of Niseko’s nature.
*On days when the Niseko Annupuri Gondola operates, you can also ride the gondola (optional, extra fee).
　
● Delight in Farm-Fresh Milk Sweets at Takahashi Dairy Farm
Welcome to Takahashi Dairy Farm, popular for sweets made from fresh milk drawn from cows raised in the lush pastures of Niseko. From rich yet refreshing gelato and soft serve to Camembert cheesecake, you’ll find a variety of exclusive, mouthwatering treats. Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth sweets while gazing out over the vast farm landscape. A wide selection of dairy products makes for great souvenirs, too.
　
● Taste the Blessings of Mt. Yotei at Kyogoku Fukidashi Park
End your journey at Kyogoku Fukidashi Park. Snowmelt from Mt. Yotei filters underground for decades before springing forth as one of the “”100 Famous Waters of Japan,”" selected by the Ministry of the Environment. The Yotei Spring Water is cold and refreshing, with a mild sweetness that captivates every visitor. Bring a bottle and take some home—a gift from the rich land of Niseko.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18089/feed 0 Autumn Hoheikyo, Red Leaves Gondola and Exploring Otaru Tour (Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18081 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18081#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:02:50 +0000 jjadmin https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/?p=18081 8:00 Sapporo Station Bus Terminal   Right bank of the Toyohira River   Gorin-ohashi Bridge   Ishiyama   Shirakawa   Mt. Hakkenzan Tunnel 9:05～10:20 ※①Hoheikyo Dam (visit)　【75min】 10:55～11:55 ※②Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (ride on gondola) 【60min】   Asari I・C   Otaru I・C 12:35～15:15 ※③Otaru Canal Terminal Kitaichi Glass, Venetian Museum and exploring Otaru ( free time /free lunchtime )※④Kitakaro (free time) [160 min.] 15:25 Otaru Canal Bus Terminal(drop-off)   Otaru I・C   Sapporo Nishi I・C 16:00 Nishimati Kita 20 (drop-off) 16:15 Kita 1 Nishi 12 16:25 Kita 1 Jo Nishi 4-chome 16:30 Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off) 16:35 Sapporo Station Bus Terminal
  • ①Free time after the ride of electric car. (It takes 6min from the Reisui tunnel to the dam)
  • ②The chair-lift may not be available due to the abnormal weather such as strong wind. In this case, you can get a novelty of the Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium. (Time schedule will be partially changed)
  • ③Lunch: free time for dining where you like. Passengers will receive a 10% discount ticket usable at Kitano Ryoba Otaru Canal Branch, Otaru 5 Go Branch and Otaru Canal Annex, for purchases of marine and agricultural products and crafts, plus a 5% discount ticket for snacks and sweets. (Excludes Chuo Bus Original donburi, drinks and alcohol, economical sets including shipping, shipping, and cooler cases.)
  • ④Show your bus ticket stub at Kitakaro and receive two Hamanasu-no-Koi cookies.
  • ★Otaru Canal Cruise (duration 40 min) Show your bus ticket stub and Adults ¥1,500 -> ¥1,350 , children ¥500->¥450. 1 preschool child (4 - 6), per adult is free. Additional children must pay child's price. Show your bus ticket stub and get a 10% discount on your cruise. Please note that the cruise may be cancelled in strong winds or inclement weather. Passengers must book the cruise. If you wish to take the cruise, please make reservations yourself. Same day reservations are not accepted between Apr 26 - May 6, and July 20 - Sept 30. Please make book your reservation up to one day in advance, or go directly to the pier and check for vacancies. You may not be able to board if it is crowded.
    ★Otaru Music Box Museum Main Store - Purchase over ¥3,000 and receive a free, original book mark(must show ticket stub)
    ★Kitakaro
    Show your Regular Sightseeing bus ticket stub and receive 2 Hamanasu-no-koi cookies.
    ★Nitori Art Base (*free admission for children Jr. High and under)
    ●Show your Regular Sightseeing Bus ticket stub and pay the following discounted fees. Subject to change.
    Adults College students High school students
    3-Facility Pass : Nitori Art Museum, Stained Glass Museum,
    and Former Mitsui Bank Otaru Branch    		 ￥1800 ￥1350 ￥900
    Visit each musuem individually as well (in such case, there are no discounts for facilities)
    Adults College students High school students
    Nitori Art Museum ￥1500 ￥1000 ￥700
    Stained Glass Musuem ￥700 ￥500 ￥400
    Former Mitsui Bank Otaru Branch ￥500 ￥300 ￥200

    College and high school students must show their student ID to receive discount. (Foreigners will also receive a discount if they show their ID)
    Groups of 10 or more must make a reservation in advance. (If you do not book a reservation 5 days in advance, you will not be eligible for the group discount.)
    Please use the audio guidance system inside each facility. (supplies are limited, and guidance is offered in Japanese only. Please ask the staff when you enter the museum)
  • ※We will distribute a 10% discount coupon for marine, agricultural and craft products as well as meals, a 5% discount coupon for snacks that can be used at Kitano Ryoba "Otaru Canal Store," Otaru No.5 Store," and " Otaru Canal Annex." (excludes Chuo Bus Original menu, drinks, alcohol, special deals with shipping, shipping, and ice cases) A special meny (pay on site) has been prepared at Kitano Ryoba for Regular Sightseeing Bus passengers.
    ●Chuo Bus Original Seafood Donburi: seafood donburi(3 slices of salmon, 10g or salmon roe, one slice of scallop, one pink shrimp, one slice of tuna, cuttlefish, 10g of flying fish roe, and one slice of egg) and miso soup. Price: ¥1,814 (with tax) / ¥1,848(with tax) after tax revision.
    ●Sea Urchin and Salmon Roe Donburi: ¥4,048(with tax)(Price is subject to change)
    ●Kitamae Donburi: ¥3,058 (with tax)(Price is subject to change)
    ●Show your Regular Sightseeing Bus ticket stub at Otaru Bine(no products) and Otaru Canal Diner(excludes Kuraya inside Otaru Canal Diner) and Hanagokoro Otaru Branch for a discount.
    ●Stop by Kitakaro while you explore Otaru, and show your ticket stub to receive 2 Hamanasu-no-Koi cookies.
  • ※③Passengers will have free time to explore and taste. (Please note that if arrival is delayed, we will not have free time to explore and taste.)
Continue reading →]]> You will first visit Hoheikyo Dam.
As it is located in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, the entry of cars and motorcycles banned for environmental conservation.
So, you will ride the electric bus to the dam for a splendid view.
The electric car runs at the speed of 30km/h passing through the 1km length of Reisui tunnel, and you will see a huge rock “Senjoiwa” on your right and a waterfall “Kudan-no Taki” which forms nine steps waterfall like a silken threads.
The water from the dam with 100m height glow with the colors of rainbow reflecting the sunlight.
　You can enjoy the green scenery of Sakhalin fir and the autumn foliage
Move on to Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort via Asari mountain pass, ride on a gondola at the foot of Asari-dake (heights: 1,100m), which takes you to the station at the peak which is located at 2km above the ground.. Enjoy the sky walk for about 10 minutes seeing beautiful colors of trees. You can see Otaru area, Ishikari Gulf and Ishikari Plain from the top. Enjoy the panoramic view which is awash with the color of autumn foliage.
You will have free time to dine where you like for lunch, and if you show your bus ticket stub at Kitano Ryoba Otaru Branch, or Annex, or Otaru No. 5 branch, you can receive a discount. You can discover the beautiful sightseeing spots in the outskirts of Sapporo.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18081/feed 0 Seafood Grill and Ropeway ViewsOtaru, the Japan Heritage City & Shiroi Koibito Park Tour (With Lunch, Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/5630 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/5630#comments Sat, 28 Feb 2026 15:00:31 +0000 teikan2 http://new.teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/cms/?p=5630 ● Itinerary　H-1
Days when Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch is open (all days except Tuesdays and September 24)

9:30 Sapporo Station
  Via Sapporo North IC and Otaru IC
10:32～11:30 *①Mt. Tengu Ropeway & The Glass Studio in Otaru (Ropeway ride and free exploration)【Approx. 60min】
11:45～12:35 Otaru Bine (Lunch)【Approx. 50min】
12:40～13:20 Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch (Tour)【Approx. 40min】
13:30～15:40 Otaru Canal Terminal (Canal walk, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, etc.—Free exploration) [Approx. 2 hours and 10 min]
  Via Otaru IC and Sapporo West IC
16:15～17:15 *②Shiroi Koibito Park (visit) 【Approx. 60min】
17:35 Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome(D/O possible)
17:45 Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome(D/O possible)
17:50 Sapporo Clock Tower(D/O possible)
18:01 Sapporo Station

● Itinerary　H-2
Days when Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch is closed (Tuesdays and September 24)

9:30 Sapporo Station
  Via Sapporo North IC and Otaru IC
10:32～11:30 *①Mt. Tengu Ropeway (Ropeway ride and free exploration)【Approx. 60min】
11:45～12:35 Otaru Bine (Lunch)【Approx. 50min】
12:40～15:40 Otaru Canal Terminal (Canal walk, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro—Free exploration and lunch on your own)【Approx. 3 hours】
  Via Otaru IC and Sapporo West IC
16:15～17:15 *②Shiroi Koibito Park (visit) 【Approx. 60min】
17:35 Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome(D/O possible)
17:45 Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome(D/O possible)
17:50 Sapporo Clock Tower(D/O possible)
18:01 Sapporo Station
  • *①
  • ●The Glass Studio in Otaru is closed every Tuesday, so tours are unavailable. (Under the H-2 schedule, visits are not available except on September 24).
  • ● In Case of Mt. Tengu Ropeway Suspension In case of bad weather or other reasons that cause the Mt. Tengu Ropeway to suspend operation, the itinerary will be adjusted as follows, and the ropeway fare will be refunded in cash at the Otaru Terminal counter.

・Itinerary when the ropeway is suspended (Tuesdays: The Glass Studio in Otaru is closed)

10:32～10:55 Mt. Tengu Parking Lot (Restroom break)【Approx. 20min】
11:10～11:35 Otaru Station Front Terminal counter (Ropeway fare refund)【Approx. 25min】
11:45～12:35 Otaru Bine (Lunch)【Approx. 50min】

  • *②Shiroi Koibito Park
    ●Free exploration. Admission to the paid area is optional and payable separately.
    Paid area admission: High school students and older ¥800, ages 4 to junior high school ¥400, ages 3 and under free (through July 29); High school students and older ¥1,200, ages 4 to junior high school ¥600, ages 3 and under free (from July 30)
    *Through July 29, parts of the Chocotopia 3rd-floor viewing area, including the Shiroi Koibito Park production line, may be unavailable due to renovation work. During this period, the paid viewing area will remain open, and all areas other than the 3rd-floor factory observation passage will operate as usual.
    *Last admission to the paid area is 16:30 (open until 17:30).
    *On July 28 and 29, due to preparations for the grand re-opening, the last admission time for the paid area will be 15:00, and entry to the paid area will not be available. Only garden strolls and shopping in the shops will be possible.
Continue reading →]]> Otaru was recognized as a Japan Heritage site in 2025. This sightseeing bus tour offers a richly rewarding day, combining the history and scenery of Otaru with a visit to one of Sapporo’s classic attractions, Shiroi Koibito Park.
　
The first destination, the Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway, is a hugely popular spot known as a favorite filming location for movies. At the summit station, five observation points offer sweeping views of Otaru’s townscape, the Sea of Japan, and the mountains rising in the distance, scenery that is also recognized as part of the Japan Heritage cultural assets. In addition to the views, the summit station also features shops and cafés, a ski museum, a chipmunk park, and activities such as a zipline, making it full of things to enjoy.
At the foot of Tenguyama is The Glass Studio in Otaru, where the glassmaking process behind Otaru glass can be observed, and with advance reservation, a glassblowing experience of about 10 to 20 minutes is also available.
*Glassblowing experience is closed every Tuesday.
　
After enjoying the views, it’s time for lunch. Lunch is served at Otaru Bine, a renovated Meiji-era building that once housed the former head office of Hokkaido Bank, where a seafood grill meal can be enjoyed in a historic setting. Savor Otaru specialties such as herring marinade and seasonal seafood.
　
After lunch, the next stop is the Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch. Built in 1906 in a Western-style design inspired by the revival architecture of modern Europe, this building is both part of the Japan Heritage cultural assets and a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. Inside, the lavish interior showcases finely crafted details in the columns, wallpaper, and ceiling decorations, vividly reflecting Otaru’s former prosperity.
*Closed every Tuesday and on September 24. On those dates, this stop is omitted and time for exploring Otaru is extended to approximately 3 hours.
　
After visiting the historic building, the tour continues with a drop-off at Otaru Canal Terminal for free time to explore the town of Otaru.
Nearby are attractions such as the Otaru Canal, Denuki Koji, and Sakaimachi Street, lined with popular spots including Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, and Kitakaro. Planning which places to visit in advance is recommended.
　
On the way back to Sapporo, the tour stops at the sweets-themed park Shiroi Koibito Park for sightseeing and shopping. Highlights include an English garden filled with around 200 rose bushes and seasonal flowers, along with a mechanical clock tower where animal automata perform a cheerful parade every hour on the hour.
*Admission to the paid area requires a separate fee.
　
One of the great appeals of this tour is the chance to fully enjoy both the historic landmarks and popular attractions of Otaru and Sapporo. Why not enjoy a full day of sightseeing on a bus journey departing from and returning to Sapporo?

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/5630/feed 0 Scenic Shakotan Autumn Tour (Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/14202 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/14202#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:00:36 +0000 jjadmin https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/?p=14202 8:40 Sapporo Station Sapporo Kita IC -> Otaru IC 9:57～10:20 Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi (rest) 【Approx. 20min】*① 11:30～12:15 Cape Kamui (explore)【45min】*② 12:30～14:40 Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan (Bathing and lunch)【130min】*③ 14:50～15:15 Shimamui Coast (free time)【25min】*④ 16:50～17:10 Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura (tasting/shopping)【20min】*⑤ 17:25 Otaru Station Bus Terminal (Drop off only. Will not stop if there are no passengers getting off. ) Otaru IC -> Sapporo Nishi IC 18:00 Nishimachi Kita 20 and Miyanosawa Station (4-minute walk from bus stop) 18:15 Kita 1 Nishi 12 18:25 Kita 1 Jo Nishi 4-chome 18:30 Sapporo Clock Tower 18:38 Sapporo Station
  • *①Recommended items at Space Apple Yoichi (To be confirmed, and subject to change)

    [ The Yoichi apple pie ] ¥450 (with tax) piece.
    Made with generous amounts of Yoichi apples and carefully handbaked, this signature apple pie sells over 50,000 slices every year. 
    *The apple pies are popular and may not be available.

    [ Hokkaido Milk Soft Serve Ice Cream ] ¥450 (with tax).
    Rich and creamy! Made with generous amounts of Hokkaido milk.
    Savor the deep flavor and gentle sweetness that spreads with every mouthful.

  • *②It is possible to walk to the tip of Cape Kamuy (in the event of strong winds, visitors will only be allowed as far as the gate which originally restricted women).
  • *③Chair seating.
    Face towel rental ¥150, Bath towel rental ¥350
    Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are provided inside the bathing area.
  • *④A tour guide will accompany passengers to Shimamui Coast Observation.
  • *⑤Tasting will consist of either Japanese sake, amazake, or black-bean tea.
  • *If there are no passengers getting off at Otaru Station, our arrival time at Nishimachi Kita 20-chome and following will be shortened by 10 minutes.
Continue reading →]]> This tour takes you to Cape Kamui which is a headland in Shakotan Peninsula. Drive route 229 and see spectacular view of cliff as well as strange and rough rocks. Visit “Shimamui Coast” and “Cape Kamui”, which are the highlights of Shakotan Peninsula. The view from the Shimamui Coast, which is listed among the best 100 coasts of Japan, is said to be the greatest one in Shakotan Peninsula. You will walk through the 30-meter tunnel to access the view point, which is an open-cut tunnel built by hand for herring transport in the 28th years of the Meiji Period (1895).
Local legend has it that any ship, which has women on board, will sink if it tries to sail past the Cape Kamui, which prohibited the presence of women in early times. This is also the subject of Yoshitsune’s lost love story.

 

We will make a stop at Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan, a hot spring and public bath house for lunch and a dip in the hot springs.
Enjoy the magnificent view of the Sea of Japan from the outdoor hot tubs. On the way back to Sapporo we will stop at Tanaka Sake Brewery where we will enjoy tasting sake. Passengers also have the option of getting off at Otaru Station.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/14202/feed 0 Hike through autumn colors at Hokkaido’s highest peak.Asahidake “Garden in the Sky” Walking Tour (With Lunch, Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/303 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/303#comments Mon, 23 Jun 2025 15:00:43 +0000 teikan2 http://new.teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/cms/?p=303 8:20 Sapporo Station 9:33～9:50 Sunagawa SA (Rest stop) [Approx. 15 min] 11:45～14:30 *① Asahidake Ropeway (Lunch, ropeway ride, *② free walking time) [Approx. 2 hr 45 min] 16:25～16:55 Sunagawa Highway Oasis (Rest stop) [Approx. 30 min] 18:00 Sapporo Factory(Drop-off available) 18:05 In front of Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop-off available) 18:16 Sapporo Station
  • *If the Asahidake Ropeway is suspended due to strong winds at departure time, the tour will be canceled.
  • *If the outbound expressway is closed, the tour will also be canceled as sufficient sightseeing time cannot be secured.
  • *If the ropeway is suspended after departure, the itinerary will be changed as below and the ropeway fare will be refunded upon return to Sapporo.
    Sapporo Station 8:20 → Sapporo IC → Sunagawa SA (rest) 9:33–9:50 → Asahikawa Kita IC → Asahidake Ropeway (lunch) 11:45–12:30 → Shikisai no Oka (walk) 13:30–14:10 → Farm Tomita (walk) 14:40–15:10 → Shimanoshita → Mikasa IC → Iwamizawa SA (rest) 16:55–17:10 → Sapporo IC → Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal 17:45–18:00 → Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available) 18:05 → Sapporo Station 18:16
  • *①Lunch: Stewed hamburger steak with chunky Higashikawa vegetables (made with 100% Hokkaido beef). After lunch, take the ropeway at your own pace.
  • *②We will be walking along a maintained path t Sugatami Pond. Even with this in mind, please wear comfortable shoes and clothing. The path may be slippery, so take care when walking.
  • Present your bus ticket stub to receive 10% off purchases at Asahidake Ropeway shops (including the summit shop, excluding restaurants. Some items excluded).
  • There may be some snow at the summit from late September onward. Warm clothing is recommended.
Continue reading →]]> At 2,291 meters, Asahidake is the highest mountain in Hokkaido. After a scenic 190-kilometer drive from Sapporo, enjoy a hike in this “garden in the sky” near the center of Hokkaido.
　
The journey from Sapporo takes about three hours, with a rest stop along the way Upon arrival at the Asahidake Ropeway, enjoy lunch at the Sugatami Shokudo on the second floor. The menu features a hearty stewed hamburger steak topped with chunky locally grown Higashikawa vegetables. Made with 100% Hokkaido beef, it’s juicy and well-balanced, perfect for fueling up before your hike.
　
After lunch, take the ropeway at your own pace up to Sugatami Station at 1,600 meters. From the station, set out on a scenic hike. A 1.7-kilometer walking loop (about one hour) leads past alpine plants such as chinguruma, the reflective Sugatami Pond that mirrors Asahidake on calm days, and occasionally wildlife such as the Ezo pika.
　
On the return journey, stop at Sunagawa Highway Oasis, where products from across Hokkaido come together. Brows Oasis Plaza for famous sweets, local sake, and regional specialties, or visit Soraichi Market for fresh produce and local goods from the Sorachi area. The site also features the first shop of the popular confectionery maker Kitakaro, offering exclusive items you can only find here.
　
With about three hours each way and roughly 400 km in total, this comfortable journey is made easy by the sightseeing bus. Don’t miss the chance to experience these seasonal views that can only be enjoyed for a short time each autumn.

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