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Lake Shikotsu & Lake Toya Winter Tour (Multilingual Audio Guide Available)

  • 1 day tour
  • Ropeway・Gondola riding
  • Winter fun in Hokkaido courses
  • Multilingual Audio Tour
  • Meal included
Operation Period November 4 to December 29, 2026; January 5–11 and March 14–31, 2027
Duration 9 hr 46 min
 Distance 243km
Embarkation Point/Departure and Arrival Times
Sapporo Station / Departs 8:20, returns 18:06

D-1: Dates with lunch included
November 4 to December 7, December 11–26, January 8–11, and March 14–31

Adults ¥9,900
Children ¥6,500

D-2: Dates with lunch at your own expense
December 8–10, December 27–29, and January 5–7

Adults ¥6,900
Children ¥3,500

*Includes lunch (except on D-2 days) and the Usuzan Ropeway fare.
*A complimentary audio guide is available in English, Chinese, and Korean. To use it, please bring your own smartphone and earphones. Devices are not available to borrow.

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みどころ PICK UP!!

Discover the crystal-clear waters of Lake Shikotsu, the natural beauty surrounding Lake Toya, and Mt. Usu, part of a Global Geopark, all in one day!

[:ja]有珠山ロープウェイ [:en]Usuzan Ropeway [:ko]우스산 로프웨이 [:tw]有珠山纜車 [:zh]有珠山缆车

Usuzan Ropeway

An audio guide in English, Chinese, and Korean is available on your smartphone! Set off through the crisp winter air to discover two lakes of mysterious beauty!
　
Our first stop, Lake Shikotsu, has some of the clearest water in Japan. Gaze across its pristine surface and watch the reflected light shimmer. At the nearby Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center, you can learn about the volcanic forces that shaped the lake, the plants and animals that live around it, and much more.
　
After taking in Lake Shikotsu, we continue toward Lake Toya, stopping along the way at Kinoko Okoku’s Otaki Main Store for a break and some shopping. Choose from more than 2,000 souvenirs, including the mushroom specialties that give this shop its name, which means “Mushroom Kingdom”!
　
Lake Toya is a caldera lake formed by a volcanic eruption around 100,000 years ago. Lunch is served at Toya Kohantei on the lakeshore.* Enjoy Hokkaido’s rich culinary bounty in a set meal featuring plenty of locally sourced seafood, vegetables, pork, and more.
*On certain dates, lunch is at your own expense, with approximately 60 minutes at Kinoko Okoku for dining and a break.
　
After lunch, we head to Mt. Usu, part of one of Japan’s first Global Geoparks, areas recognized for their geological heritage. Ride the Usuzan Ropeway through the air, then admire the spectacular scenery from the terrace at the top. You can also choose to visit Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch at an additional charge. Watch the brown bears playing and relaxing, or try feeding them!
　
This tour offers a chance to experience the rugged, magnificent beauty of Hokkaido’s winter landscape. Set out across this vast island in a comfortable bus, with the driving in expert hands!

  • Lake Shikotsu

  • Lake Shikotsu

  • Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center

  • Kinoko Okoku Otaki Main Store

  • Lake Toya

  • Lunch at Toya Kohantei

  • Showa-shinzan

  • Usuzan Ropeway

  • Bear Farm

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Itinerary

D-1: Dates with lunch included: November 4 to December 7, December 11–26, January 8–11, and March 14–31

8:20 Sapporo Station
10:08～10:50 *① Lake Shikotsu lakeshore (free time to explore; approx. 40 min)
11:35～12:05 Kinoko Okoku Otaki Main Store (rest stop and shopping; approx. 30 min)
12:50～13:40 Toya Kohantei (lunch; approx. 50 min)
13:50～15:05 *② Usuzan Ropeway (ropeway ride) and Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (optional visit at an additional charge, with free time to explore; approx. 1 hr 15 min)
16:30～16:45 Nakayama Pass (rest stop; approx. 15 min)
17:10 Jozankei Onsen (in front of Hotel Milione; optional drop-off)
17:30 APA Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5-jo 2-chome bus stop; optional drop-off)
17:45 Sapporo Park Hotel (optional drop-off)
17:47 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park (optional drop-off)
17:48 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (optional drop-off)
17:50 Susukino (Minami 4-jo; optional drop-off)
17:55 Sapporo Clock Tower (optional drop-off)
18:06 Sapporo Station

D-2: Dates with lunch at your own expense: December 8–10, December 27–29, and January 5–7

8:20 Sapporo Station
10:08～10:50 *① Lake Shikotsu lakeshore (free time to explore; approx. 40 min)
11:35～12:35 Kinoko Okoku Otaki Main Store (free time for lunch at your own expense and shopping; approx. 60 min)
13:25～14:40 *② Usuzan Ropeway (ropeway ride) and Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (optional visit at an additional charge, with free time to explore; approx. 1 hr 15 min)
15:05～15:30 Lake Toya Silo Observatory (free time to explore and shop; approx. 25 min)
16:30～16:45 Nakayama Pass (rest stop; approx. 15 min)
17:10 Jozankei Onsen (in front of Hotel Milione; optional drop-off)
17:30 APA Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5-jo 2-chome bus stop; optional drop-off)
17:45 Sapporo Park Hotel (optional drop-off)
17:47 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park (optional drop-off)
17:48 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (optional drop-off)
17:50 Susukino (Minami 4-jo; optional drop-off)
17:55 Sapporo Clock Tower (optional drop-off)
18:06 Sapporo Station
  • *①Lake Shikotsu sightseeing boats are not operating and cannot be boarded.
    Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center is closed on Tuesdays from December 1 to March 31. Its restrooms remain available on closed days.
    Show your Regular Sightseeing Bus ticket stub for 10% off souvenirs at memere (some items are excluded; the shop is normally closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays but may close on other days). You can also hand in your Regular Sightseeing Bus ticket stub for ¥50 off any soft serve ice cream at Hekisui (irregular closing days).
  • *②Although there is a maintained walking trail to the summit of Mt. Usu, please wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing.
    All passengers receive a discount admission coupon for the bear ranch (adults: ¥1,000 → ¥900; children: ¥500 → ¥400).
    If the ropeway is suspended due to strong winds or other conditions, a visit to the bear ranch and a souvenir gift will be offered instead (subject to change).
  • *This tour will be canceled if both the expressway and Bifue Pass are closed due to heavy snow or other conditions.

昼食（D-1コースのみ）

  • Toya Kohantei

    [Ichino-Ju]
    　Funka Bay Right eye, tuna, salmon, Botan shrimp, Sliced daikon radish, Noguchi Kanko's original two kinds of pickles, pickled radish in sake lees, spicy squid and scallions
    [Nino-Ju]
    　Hokkaido roast beef with onion sauce, Ciel macaroni (shell-shaped macaroni) salad, simmered chicken with seasonal vegetables, kinome shinjo (fish cake with Japanese pepper leaves), seasonal vegetables with sesame dressing
    [Fire Gourmet]
    　Grilled Funka Bay scallops - crispy with soy sauce and butter -
    [Local Meat Dishes]
    　Toyoura Pork Chilled Shabu Salad with Toyako Red Shiso Sauce
    [Meal]
    　Nameko Soup, Kohantei Original simmered clams in soy sauce, and crab rice
    [Dessert]
    　1 types of cake and 2 type of fruit
    *Photo is for illustrative purpose only.
    *Please be aware that some of the menu content is subject to change.

Schedule Calendar

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※Colored days are operating days.

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Special Notes

◎Tour will be cancelled when there is no reservation by 18:00 the day before. *(In some cases the time will be shortened to earlier than 18:00 for some courses.)
◎Tour time at each facility will depend on traffic that day, the number of passengers and other factors.
◎Arrival time for this course may be earlier depending on whether or not the facility is open or not, or limitations on tours.
◎Please note that the buses may be delayed due to inclement weather or traffic conditions, so please allow ample time for transfers to other means of transportation.
◎The tour may be cancelled due to disasters or other unavoidable circumstances, so please be sure to contact us about whether the tour is in operation during unusual weather.