北海道中央バス株式会社 CHUO BUS

▶ New Course ① / Royce’ Cacao & Chocolate Town, Sapporo Moiwa Mountain Ropeway & Central Wholesale Market Course

◆ Operation Period: January 24 (Sat), 2026 – March 31 (Tue), 2026

◆ Duration: Approx. 7 hours (Departs Sapporo Station at 9:20 AM ~ Arrives Sapporo Station around 4:18 PM)

◆ Fee: Adults 6,900 yen, Children 3,500 yen ※ Includes Sapporo Moiwa Mountain Ropeway fare

Royce’ is Hokkaido’s premier chocolate brand. Adjacent to its manufacturing plant is the experiential facility “Royce’ Cacao & Chocolate Town”. The free area on the first floor offers a view of the chocolate production process. The paid tour course lets you learn about the journey from cacao beans to chocolate through interactive activities and even create your own original chocolate (experience fee separate). At the factory outlet store, you can shop for limited-edition items and sweets available only here.

Next, head straight to the “Sapporo Central Wholesale Market,” about 20km away. Enjoy the scenery from the bus window as you travel to Sapporo, followed by free time for exploration and lunch. Savor Hokkaido’s fresh seafood delicacies. Finally, conclude your journey with a panoramic view of Sapporo city from the “Mt. Moiwa Ropeway.” This course condenses Hokkaido’s charm, offering both gourmet experiences and breathtaking views.

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▶New Course ② / Takino Snow World & Snow Moai Statues & Hitsujigaoka Course

◆Operation Period: January 24 (Sat), 2026 – March 15 (Sun), 2026

◆Duration: Approx. 7 hours (Departs Sapporo Station at 9:10 AM ~ Arrives Sapporo Station around 4:13 PM)

◆Fee: Adults 5,700 yen, Junior High Students 5,300 yen, Children 2,800 yen ※Includes admission to Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory

Explore “Takino Snow World” and “Makomanai Takino Cemetery” in the Sapporo suburbs, plus “Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory,” enjoying winter activities and sightseeing spots.

At Takino Snow World, enjoy snow play like snow tubing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing across pristine white snowfields. The most popular attraction, the tube slide, lets you hurtle down a 200m slope in one go, filling the air with cheers from kids and adults alike!

At Makomanai Takino Cemetery, gaining popularity both domestically and internationally in recent years, admire the “Moai statues” lining the grounds and the mystical “Great Buddha Head” (separate admission fee required). Finally, at Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observatory, enjoy the view of the vast white landscape and the cityscape of Sapporo in the crisp winter air. Take a photo posing with Dr. Clark and capture memories of winter in Sapporo!

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This is the best course to experience and fully enjoy the harsh winter of Hokkaido and enjoy ice fishing from January to February.
Shinshinotsu Village, about an hour from Sapporo, sits in the heart of the Ishikari Plain. With strong winds and heavy snowfall, this area lets visitors experience Hokkaido’s true winter.
The main event, smelt fishing, takes place at Shinotsu Lake, a dam lake on the Ishikari River. Inside a tent set up on the ice, get ready for a full-on battle with the smelt.
It is extremely cold outside (freezing), but inside the tent is a different world. There is a kerosene heater, and plywood boards are laid underfoot so fishers don’t have to kept their feet in the snow. No matter how cold it is outside, the tent stays toasty warm and comfortable.
The fishing site is a one-minute walk from Shinshinotsu Hot Spring. After fishing, please enjoy a nice soak in the springs or relax in the rest area.
What’s more, if you wish, the smelt you catch can be cooked at the restaurant for your to enjoy (¥500 per cook).
・The tour bus will come back to Sapporo at 17:00 (around 17:30 on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays), and this is a perfect deal for those who want to spend a satisfying day-trip in Hokkaido.