北海道中央バス　定期観光バス » Dam・Marsh・Lake 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 Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, and Usuzan Ropeway Autumn Tour (Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18104 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18104#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:16:16 +0000 jjadmin https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/?p=18104 8:40 札幌駅   豊平川右岸・国道230号経由 9:58～10:30 中山峠・道の駅望羊中山（休憩）【約30分】 11:30～12:35 洞爺湖・サイロ展望台（昼食・自由見学）【約1時間5分】 13:00～14:20 ※有珠山ロープウェイ、オプション：昭和新山くま牧場（自由見学）【約1時間20分】 15:15～16:05 登別地獄谷（自由見学）【約50分】   道道703・981・519号線、伊達IC経由 16:40～16:55 樽前SA（休憩）【約15分】   札幌南IC、国道12号経由 18:05 サッポロファクトリー(途中降車可) 18:10 札幌市時計台(途中降車可) 18:21 札幌駅
  • ※有珠山山頂までは遊歩道が整備されていますが、歩きやすい靴･服装でご参加下さい。お客様全員にクマ牧場の入場割引券を配布します（大人1,000円→900円　小人500円→400円）。
    強風等によりロープウェイ運休時は記念品のプレゼントとクマ牧場の見学になります(変更の場合がございます)。
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]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18104/feed 0 Crystal-clear waters and lush green forests… Experience Hokkaido’s great outdoors up close!Lakes and Mountains of Hokkaido: Lake Shikotsu, Niseko, and Mt. Yotei Tour (With Lunch, Excluding Multilingual Audio System) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18099 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18099#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:14:48 +0000 jjadmin https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/?p=18099 8:20 Sapporo Station   Via Toyohira River right bank and Route 230 9:38～9:55 Nakayama Pass / Roadside Station Boyo Nakayama (Rest stop) [Approx. 15 min] 10:35～11:05 Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (Free time) [Approx. 30 min] 11:45～12:25 *① Niseko Nook Annupuri (Lunch) [Approx. 40 min] 12:30～12:55 *② Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha / Niseko Distillery (Free time) [Approx. 25 min] 13:10～13:40 Niseko Milk Kobo (Free time and shopping) [Approx. 30 min] 15:40～16:40 *③ Lake Shikotsu (Free time, optional sightseeing boat) [Approx. 60 min] 17:55 Sapporo Park Hotel (Drop-off available) 17:57 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park (Drop-off available) 17:58 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (Drop-off available) 18:00 Susukino (Drop-off available) 18:05 In front of Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop-off available) 18:16 Sapporo Station
  • *①A vegetarian menu (vegetable tempura set) is available at Niseko Nook Annupuri with advance notice.
  • *②Bathing at Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha is not available due to time constraints.
  • *③Optional Lake Shikotsu sightseeing boat: Adults ¥2,000, elementary school students ¥1,000, approx. 30 min (irregular schedule). Boarding may not be available due to weather, full capacity, or delays in the tour.
    Present your bus ticket stub to receive 10% off souvenirs at Omiyage Shop Memail (closed Wed/Thu, exclusions apply), and ¥50 off soft-serve ice cream at Hekisui (irregular holidays).
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The first stop is Kyogoku Fukidashi Park, one of Japan’s most renowned natural spring sites. Around 80,000 tons of snowmelt from Mt. Yotei flows here daily, earning recognition as one of the Ministry of the Environment’s “Top 100 Waters” and a designated “Hokkaido Heritage” site. The park features scenic walking paths and numerous water-drawing points, where visitors can drink or take home the fresh spring water. Bringing a bottle is recommended. The adjacent roadside station, Meisui-no-Sato Kyogoku, is also popular for treats like spring-water coffee and coffee jelly.
　
Lunch is served at Niseko Nook Annupuri, located at the base of Mt. Niseko Annupuri. The highlight is a sukiyaki-style hot pot set featuring herb-fed pork from nearby Makkari Village. Raised on herb-infused feed, the pork is known for its rich flavor and natural sweetness, fully brought out in this hearty sukiyaki dish.
　
After lunch, visit the Niseko Distillery, established in 2019 and specializing in whisky and gin. It is part of the Hakkaisan Group, a long-established sake brewery from Niigata. Its high-quality gin has won top honors at international competitions. Tastings are available, including gin, plum wine, and shochu.
　
Niseko Milk Kobo, set against the backdrop of Mt. Yotei, is known for its sweets made with fresh milk from the nearby Takahashi Farm. Enjoy a wide range of treats, including soft-serve ice cream, drinkable yogurt, cream puffs, pudding, and roll cakes, all highlighting the natural flavor of the ingredients.
　
Leaving the Niseko area, the final stop is Lake Shikotsu, one of Japan’s clearest lakes. Step off the bus and take in the deep blue waters shimmering with reflected light. The nearby Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center offers insights into the lake’s volcanic origins and surrounding wildlife. Optional activities include sightseeing boat cruises with underwater viewing and swan boat rides across the lake.
　
With over 230 kilometers of travel, this tour offers a safe and comfortable journey with professional drivers. A relaxed way to explore Hokkaido’s vast landscape, this bus tour lets you experience nature at your own pace.

]]> https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/18099/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.)
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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 Visit Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya, both famed for their beautiful waters, plus Mount Usu, part of a UNESCO Global Geopark, all in one day!Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya Tour (Multilingual Audio Tour) https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/311 https://teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/en/course/311#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:00:15 +0000 teikan2 http://new.teikan.chuo-bus.co.jp/cms/?p=311 ＜D-1: With Lunch＞
●Itinerary May 7 - May 15, May 18 - Jun 21, Jun 25, Jun 26, June 29 - Aug 7, Aug 16 to Nov 3
Lunch: Toya Kohantei

8:30 Sapporo Station
  Route 453
9:58～10:40 *①Lake Shikotsu (free time) 【Approx. 40min】
11:25～11:50 Kinoko Okoku in Otaki Main Branch (rest)【Approx. 25min】
12:40～13:50 *②Toya Kohantei (lunch and rest)【Approx. 1 hours 10min】
14:00～15:30 *③Usuzan Ropeway (ride the ropeway) and Bear Farm (Option)【Approx. 1 hours 30min】
16:55～17:10 Nakayama Pass Café (rest)【Approx. 15min】
17:35 Jouzankei Onsen (D/O possible)
17:55 Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5 Jo 2-chome stop, DO possible )
18:10 Sapporo Park Hotel （Hotel Lifort Sapporo, DO possible）
18:12 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park (D/O possible)
18:13 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (D/O possible)
18:15 Susukino (Minami 4-JO) (D/O possible)
18:20 Sapporo Clock Tower (D/O possible)
18:31 Sapporo Station

＜D-2: No Lunch/Free Time to Eat＞
●Itinerary April 26 - May 6, May 16, May 17, Jun 27, Jun 28, Aug 8 to Aug 15
Lunch: You will have free time to dine individually (we suggest you eat lunch at [Kinoko Ohkoku Otaki Main Branch] where we will make a stop).

8:30 Sapporo Station
  Route 453
9:58～10:40 *①Lake Shikotsu (free time)【Approx. 40min】
11:25～12:25 Kinoko Okoku in Otaki Main Branch (rest and lunch)【Approx. 1 hours】
13:15～14:45 *③Usuzan Ropeway (ride the ropeway) and Bear Farm (Option)【Approx. 1 hours 30min】
15:00～15:30 Lake Toya（free time）【Approx. 30min】
16:55～17:10 Nakayama Pass Café (rest)【Approx. 15min】
17:35 Jouzankei Onsen (D/O possible)
17:55 Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5 Jo 2-chome stop, DO possible )
18:10 Sapporo Park Hotel （Hotel Lifort Sapporo, DO possible）
18:12 Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park (D/O possible)
18:13 Jasmac Plaza Hotel (D/O possible)
18:15 Susukino (Minami 4-JO) (D/O possible)
18:20 Sapporo Clock Tower (D/O possible)
18:31 Sapporo Station
  • *①Get a 10% discount on souvenirs at souvenir shop Memer, Lake Shikotsu, when you show your sightseeing bus ticket stub. (Does not apply to some items. Memer is basically closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but closed irregularly in some cases.)
    At Kito no Umaimon Mise Hekisui on the shores of Lake Shikotsu, present your bus ticket stub to receive ¥50 off any soft-serve ice cream (closed irregularly).
  • *②Lunch
    Toya Kohantei (Individual dining at Kinoko Okoku in Otaki main Branch on Apr 25 - May 6, May 16, May 17, Jun 24, Jun 27, Jun 28, Aug 8 - Aug 15)
  • *③Though there is a footpath to the summit of Mt.Usu, it is wise to wear clothing and shoes that are easy to move and walk in.
    You can get discount ticket for Brown Bear Zoo with showing your bus stub. (Adult:\1000→\900　Child: \500→\400).
    If the ropeway is closed due to strong wind or inclement weather, you will receive a token of your trip to the ropeway , and will visit the Brown Bear Zoo instead. (subject to change.)
Continue reading →]]> Travel through Hokkaido’s magnificent natural landscapes aborad a bus equipped with a multilingual guidance system in four languages: Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean.
　
Lake Shikotsu was once ranked No. 1 in Japan for water quality for 11 consecutive years, and is known for having some of the clearest water in the country. Step off the bus and take in the lake’s deep blue waters, shimmering as they reflect the surrounding light. Near the shore, the Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center is a place where sightseers can learn more about the area’s dramatic volcanic history as well as the plants and animals that inhabit the surrounding landscape.
　
After enjoying Lake Shikotsu, the tour continues on to Lake Toya, with a rest and shopping stop along the way at Kinoko Oukoku Otaki Main Store. With more than 2,000 kinds of souvenirs on offer, it is a great place to browse, especially for specialty mushroom products, just as the name suggests.
　
Lake Toya is a caldera lake formed by a volcanic eruption around 100,000 years ago. Lunch will be served at Toyako Kohantei on the lakeshore*. Enjoy a set meal generously prepared with locally sourced seafood, vegetables, pork, and other regional ingredients, for a true taste of Hokkaido’s abundant nature. As the planned stay here is approximately 70 minutes, those wanting some fresh air can also enjoy a stroll along the lakeside after lunch.
*During certain periods, lunch will be at the traveler’s own discretion instead, with approximately 60 minutes allotted for the stay and meal at Kinoko Oukoku.
　
After taking in the scenery at Lake Toya, head to Mount Usu, the first site in Japan to be recognized as a Global Geopark, a natural heritage designation for areas of major geological significance. Ride the Usuzan Ropeway for a scenic journey through the air, then admire the dramatic natural vistas from the summit terrace and walking trails. As an optional stop, visitors can also go to the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch, where the bears play and relax, and even enjoy a feeding experience.
　
This course is perfect for becoming immersed in the natural beauty created by Hokkaido’s lakes, forests, and mountains. Sit back, relax, and set out on a grand Hokkaido journey in comfort with a professionally operated bus tour!

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