北海道中央バス　定期観光バス » 秋の北海道を楽しむコース 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。 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:48:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 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   Via Sapporo-Kita IC and Yoichi IC 9:17～9:35 Kinoko Oukoku Niki Store (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.]   Niseko Panorama Line (viewed from the bus) 10:45～11:40 ※① Shinsen Marsh (free time to explore) [Approx. 55 min.] 12:10～12:45 ※② Niseko Nook Annupuri (lunch), optional: Niseko Annupuri Gondola [Approx. 35 min.] 12:50～13:45 ※③ Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha, ※④ Niseko Distillery (free time to explore) [Approx. 55 min.] 13:50 Final departure from Niseko Nook Annupuri 14:05～14:35 Niseko Milk Kobo (shopping and free time) [Approx. 30 min.] 15:10～15:40 Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (free time to explore) [Approx. 30 min.] 16:20～16:35 Nakayama Pass (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.] 17:00 Jozankei Onsen (drop-off available) 17:20 APA Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5-jo 2-chome bus stop, drop-off available) 17:35 Sapporo Park Hotel (Hotel Lifort Sapporo, drop-off available) 17:37 HOTEL MYSTAYS PREMIER Sapporo Park (drop-off available) 17:38 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (drop-off available)） 17:40 Susukino (Minami 4-jo) (drop-off available) 17:45 Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available) 17:56 Sapporo Station
  • ※①Shinsen Marsh becomes quite cold from late September through October. Please wear warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes. The boardwalk can become extremely slippery during rain or snowfall, so please take extra care while walking.
  • ※②Free time follows lunch at Niseko Nook Annupuri. On days when the Niseko Annupuri Gondola is operating, passengers may ride it as an optional activity (Adults ¥1,450, Children ¥720 with presentation of the sightseeing bus ticket stub). Guests wishing to ride the gondola should make their own way to the gondola station, approximately a 3-minute walk from Niseko Nook Annupuri, and return to Niseko Nook Annupuri by the 13:50 departure time. (Guests riding the Niseko Annupuri Gondola will not be able to visit Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha or Niseko Distillery.)
  • ※③Guests may use the hot spring baths at Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha at a discounted rate of ¥600 for adults and ¥300 for children upon presentation of their sightseeing bus ticket stub (regular admission: Adults ¥1,200, Children ¥600). The spring waters are rich in minerals said to promote healthy skin, making it the perfect place to relax after your hike.
  • ※④Niseko Distillery is approximately a 3-minute walk from Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha. The guide will accompany guests part of the way, and a map will also be provided.
Continue reading →]]> Before Niseko is blanketed in snow, the region offers everything that makes Hokkaido’s short autumn so special: crisp blue skies, brilliant fall colors, delicious local cuisine, and relaxing hot springs. Let our sightseeing bus take you into the heart of the Niseko area, where mountains, forests, and crystal-clear streams create some of Hokkaido’s most beautiful landscapes.
　
About three hours after departing Sapporo, the first stop is Shinsen Marsh. Named for its otherworldly beauty, as if inhabited by gods or immortals, this mystical pond is one of Niseko’s hidden gems. A well-maintained boardwalk leads to the pond, about a 20-minute walk from the parking area. Enjoy the vivid autumn foliage and the pond’s mirror-like reflections of the surrounding scenery.
　
After your hike, enjoy a hearty Sukiyaki Hot Pot Set featuring herb-fed pork from Makkari Village. Niseko Nook Annupuri, located at the foot of Niseko Annupuri, serves dishes made with carefully selected local ingredients. Raised on herb-enriched feed in neighboring Makkari Village, the pork is known for its sweetness, richness, and exceptional flavor, all of which can be fully appreciated in this warming hot pot meal.
　
After lunch, enjoy free time in the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include the Niseko Annupuri Gondola, Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha hot spring, and Niseko Distillery. Optional activities include an autumn gondola ride above the colorful landscape, a soak in a hot spring renowned for its skin-beautifying waters, or a tasting of award-winning gin recognized as the world’s best at an international competition. (Gondola operating dates had not yet been determined as of May 25.)
　
Next, visit Niseko Milk Kobo, located in a scenic setting with views of Mt. Yotei. Famous for its sweets made with fresh milk from the adjacent Takahashi Dairy Farm, the shop offers a tempting selection of soft-serve ice cream, drinkable yogurt, cream puffs, pudding, roll cakes, and more, all highlighting the natural flavor of the milk.
　
The final stop is Kyogoku Fukidashi Park. Around 80,000 tons of snowmelt from Mt. Yotei gushes from the ground here every day, making it one of Japan’s finest natural spring water sites. The spring has been selected as one of the Ministry of the Environment’s 100 Remarkable Waters of Japan and as a Hokkaido Heritage site. The park features walking trails that make the most of its abundant water and natural surroundings, along with numerous spring water collection points. Visitors can drink the water on-site or take some home, so bringing a bottle or other container is recommended. The adjacent roadside station, Meisui-no-Sato Kyogoku, is also popular for products such as spring water coffee and coffee jelly made with the famous water.
　
Every stop on this tour showcases the natural beauty of Niseko and the majestic presence of Mt. Yotei. Enjoy Niseko’s fleeting autumn season before the arrival of winter.

]]> 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 8:10 Depart Sapporo Station   Via the right bank of the Toyohira River and National Route 230 9:18～10:30 Hoheikyo Gorge (transfer to the Electric Bus, free time to explore) [Approx. 1 hr. 10 min]   Via Prefectural Route 1, passing Jozankei Dam and Lake Sapporo (viewed from the bus) 11:05～12:25 *① Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (round-trip Autumn Foliage Gondola ride and free time) [Approx. 1 hr. 20 min.]   Via Asari Sky Loop (viewed from the bus), Asari IC, and Otaru IC 13:10～15:40 Otaru Canal Terminal (free time to explore Otaru Canal, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, Nitori Museum of Art, etc.; free lunch) [Approx. 2 hr. 30 min.]   Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC 16:15～17:15 *② Shiroi Koibito Park (free sightseeing and shopping; factory tour and paid facilities are optional) [Approx. 60 min.] 17:30 Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome (drop-off available) 17:40 Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome (drop-off available) 17:45 Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available) 17:56 Sapporo Station
  • ※① If the Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Foliage Gondola is not operating, the equivalent gondola fare will be refunded at Otaru Station Terminal. The tour will operate on the shortened schedule below.
    • 11:05～11:25 *① Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (rest stop) [Approx. 20 min.]
      Via Asari Sky Loop (viewed from the bus), Asari IC, and Otaru IC
    12:10～12:30 Otaru Station Terminal (refund of gondola fare)
    12:40～15:10 Otaru Canal Terminal (free time to explore Otaru Canal, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, Nitori Museum of Art, etc.; free lunch) [Aprox. 2 hr. 30 min.]
      Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC
    15:45～16:45 *② Shiroi Koibito Park (free sightseeing and shopping; factory tour and paid facilities are optional) [Approx. 60 min.]
    17:00 Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome (drop-off available)
    17:10 Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome (drop-off available)
    17:15 Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available)
    17:26 Sapporo Station
  • ※② Admission to the factory tour and paid attractions at Shiroi Koibito Park is optional and payable on-site (¥1,200 for high school students and above, ¥600 for children aged 4 through junior high school, free for children aged 3 and under). Admission to the paid area is accepted until 16:30 (the park closes at 17:30). If delays prevent arrival before 16:30, entry to the paid area will not be available.
Continue reading →]]> As autumn deepens, the Jozankei area transforms into one of Sapporo’s most spectacular fall foliage destinations. Admire vibrant crimson and brilliant gold landscapes from prime viewing spots at a scenic dam and soaring gondola, making this the perfect tour to experience the beauty of autumn in all its glory.
　
Hoheikyo Dam is both a vital water source for Sapporo and one of the region’s most impressive scenic landmarks. Steep rocky cliffs, brilliantly colored autumn forests, and the dam’s graceful arch combine to create a truly breathtaking panorama. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a vivid rainbow forming in the mist of the dam’s water discharge.
　
Next, enjoy an aerial stroll aboard the gondola at Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort. The colorful mountain slopes spreading out below offer a completely different kind of beauty from Hoheikyo, resembling a grand autumn picture scroll. Take in the magnificent scenery painted by nature at your leisure.
　
After traveling through the mountains, you’ll arrive in charming and nostalgic Otaru, where you’ll have free time to explore. Stroll along Otaru Canal, browse the many shops lining Sakaimachi Street, including Kitaichi Glass, the Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, and the Nitori Museum of Art, and enjoy local specialties wherever you wish.
　
To conclude the journey, visit Shiroi Koibito Park※, Hokkaido’s famous confectionery theme park. Highlights include its beautiful English garden and the delightful mechanical clock tower parade that takes place every hour.
*Admission to paid areas is optional.
　
Experience the vibrant yet delicate beauty of autumn created by Hokkaido’s dramatic temperature changes. Enjoy these unforgettable seasonal landscapes on a relaxed and comfortable sightseeing bus tour.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18081/feed 0 Drive along the deepening autumn coast and enjoy a hot spring bath!Spectacular Autumn Cape Shakotan Tour: Take a Bath at Misaki no Yu Shakotan (Meal Included)(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 Via Sapporo-Kita IC and Otaru IC 9:57～10:15 ※①Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.] 11:25～12:10 ※②Cape Kamui (free time to explore) [Approx. 45 min.] 12:25～14:35 ※③Misaki no Yu Shakotan (lunch and bathing) [Approx. 2 hr. 10 min.] 14:45～15:10 ※④Shimamui Coast (free time to explore) [Approx. 25 min.] 16:45～17:05 ※⑤Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura (tasting and shopping) [Approx. 20 min.] 17:15 Ironai 1-chome Bus Stop (drop-off only, passed if there are no passengers getting off) 17:20 Otaru Station (drop-off only, passed if there are no passengers getting off) Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC 17:55 Nishimachi Kita 20-chome (drop-off available, about 4 minutes on foot to Miyanosawa Subway Station) 18:10 Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome (drop-off available) 18:20 Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome (drop-off available) 18:25 Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available) 18:36 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.

  • ※②From early October until next spring, repair work is planned on the walking trail and other facilities beyond the Women Prohibited Gate. During construction, visitors will not be able to proceed to the tip of the cape. If the gate is closed due to strong winds or other conditions, access will also be limited to the Women Prohibited Gate.
  • ※③Chair seating.
    Rental items: Face towel: ¥150, Bath towel: ¥350
    Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are provided inside the bathing area.
  • ※④A tour guide will accompany passengers to Shimamui Coast Observation.
  • ※⑤Guests may sample Japanese sake, amazake, black soybean tea, or other drinks (offerings may vary by season).
  • ※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 →]]> Jutting out into the Sea of Japan, the Shakotan Peninsula is known for its jewel-like waters called “Shakotan Blue,” dramatic cliffs, and striking rock formations. A scheduled sightseeing bus is the perfect way to enjoy this scenic coastal area.
　
This tour visits three spots in Shakotan: Cape Kamui, Misaki no Yu Shakotan, and Shimamui Coast.
Cape Kamui sits at the northwestern tip of the Shakotan Peninsula, offering sweeping views of the open sea. Take in the rugged, majestic cape as it extends into the sparkling water beneath the autumn sky.
After viewing Cape Kamui, enjoy lunch and a bath in the hot springs at Misaki no Yu Shakotan. Lunch features a hamanabe seafood hot pot prepared with plenty of seasonal seafood, perfect for warming up after the cool autumn sea breeze. After lunch, relax in the hot spring while gazing out over the vast sea.
　
Once you have warmed up to the core, continue to Shimamui Coast. Selected as one of Japan’s 100 Best Beaches, this scenic site is reached by passing through a 30-meter tunnel once used to transport herring. When you emerge from the dark tunnel, the emerald-green sea opens up before you in a truly breathtaking view.
　
Two more highlights are Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi on the outbound route and Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura on the return route. Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi is popular for its apple pies made with Yoichi-grown apples and its creamy soft-serve ice cream. At Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura, you can shop for local Otaru sake and enjoy tastings.
　
This course follows a varied and dramatic coastline, making the scenery from the bus window part of the journey itself. Enjoy the spectacular views at each stop on a comfortable scheduled sightseeing bus tour.

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