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
*This course is guided in Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean.
* Reservations require advance payment.
Summary
| Operation Period | April 25 – Nov 3, 2026 |
| Duration | 10 hours 1 min |
| Distance | 237km |
| Embarkation Point/Departure and Arrival Times | Sapporo Station/ Dep 8:30 Arr 18:31 |
This course includes Lunch (only on days that include lunch) and Mt. Usuzan Ropeway fare.
※This course is provided in multilingual announcement such as Japanese, Chinese, Korean and English. Also Japanese announcement will be done in audio.(Tour guide will not provide in multilingual announcement.)
＜D-1: With Lunch＞
May 7 – May 15, May 18 – Jun 23, Jun 25, Jun 26, Jun 29 – Aug 7, Aug 16 – Nov 3
| Our Price | Adult | 10,100yen |
| Child | 6,600yen |
＜D-2: No Lunch/Free Time to Eat＞
April 25 – May 6, May 16, May 17, Jun 24, Jun 27, Jun 28, Aug 8 – Aug 15
| Our Price | Adult | 7,100yen |
| Child | 3,600yen |
Departs from Sapporo Station Sightseeing Bus Terminal – Exchange your ticket in advance!
Must see sights
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!
A one-day tour visiting the mystical lake “Lake Shikotsu,” known for its beautiful clear water, the nature-surrounded Lake Toya, and Mount Usu, recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark!
Kinoko Okoku in Otaki Main Branch (rest)【Approx. 25min】
Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (Option)
Enjoy the popular bear-feeding experience and take close-up photos of the bears.
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!
YouTube Link
Mt. Usuzan Observatory 01
*This video was filmed on July 7, 2022.
Mt. Usuzan Observatory 02
*This video was filmed on July 7, 2022.
Showa Shinzan Bear Farm
*This video was filmed on July 7, 2022.
●Itinerary / May 7 – May 15, May 18 – Jun 23, Jun 25, Jun 26, Jun 29 – Aug 7, Aug 16 – Nov 3
Lunch: Toya Kohantei
| 8:30（departures） | Sapporo Station |
| Route 453 | |
| 9:58～10:40 | ※①Lake Shikotsu (free time) 【Approx. 40min】 |
| 11:25～11:50 | Kinoko Okoku in Otaki (rest)【25min】 |
| 12:40～13:50 | ※②Toya Kohantei (lunch and rest)【70min】 |
| 14:00～15:30 | ※③Mt. Usu Ropeway (ride the ropeway) and Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (Option)【90min】 |
| 16:55～17:10 | Nakayama Pass (rest)【15min】 |
| 17:35（arrivals） | Jouzankei Onsen （Disembarkation possible） |
| 17:55（arrivals） | Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5 Jo 2-chome stop, Disembarkation possible ) |
| 18:10（arrivals） | Sapporo Park Hotel （Hotel Lifort Sapporo, Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:12（arrivals） | Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park （Disembarkation possible）） |
| 18:13（arrivals） | Jasmac Plaza Hotel（Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:15（arrivals） | Susukino （Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:20（arrivals） | Sapporo Clock Tower（Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:31（arrivals） | Sapporo Station |
●Itinerary / April 25 – May 6, May 16, May 17, Jun 24, Jun 27, Jun 28, Aug 8 – Aug 15
Lunch: You will have free time to dine individually (we suggest you eat lunch at [Kinoko Ohkoku Otaki Branch] where we will make a stop).
| 8:30（departures） | Sapporo Station |
| Route 453 | |
| 9:58～10:40 | ※①Lake Shikotsu (free time) 【Approx. 40min】 |
| 11:25～12:25 | Kinoko Okoku in Otaki (rest)【60min】 |
| 13:15～14:45 | ※③Mt. Usu Ropeway (ride the ropeway) and Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (Option)【90min】 |
| 15:00～15:30 | Lake Toya (free time)【30min】 |
| 16:55～17:10 | Nakayama Pass (rest)【15min】 |
| 17:35（arrivals） | Jouzankei Onsen （Disembarkation possible） |
| 17:55（arrivals） | Apa Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5 Jo 2-chome stop, Disembarkation possible ) |
| 18:10（arrivals） | Sapporo Park Hotel （Hotel Lifort Sapporo, Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:12（arrivals） | Hotel Mystays Premier Sapporo Park （Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:13（arrivals） | Jasmac Plaza Hotel（Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:15（arrivals） | Susukino （Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:20（arrivals） | Sapporo Clock Tower（Disembarkation possible） |
| 18:31（arrivals） | 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.)
Toya Kohantei
【Basic Menu】Contents of the menu are subject to change depending on the season.
【Ichino-Ju】
Funka Bay Right eye, tuna, salmon, Botan shrimp, Herring wrapped in konbu, Noguchi Kanko original pickles, pickled Daikon radish, Ikatsubushankara
【Nino-Ju】
Hokkaido roast beef with onion sauce, macaroni salad with simmered chicken and seasonal vegetables, Shinjo steamed fish cakes topped with Kinome leaf buds, seasonal vegetables tossed with sesami
【Fire Gourmet】
Funka Bay scallops with butter and dry soy sauce
【Local Meat Dishes】
Toyoura Pork chilled shabu shabu with Toyako special red shiso sauce
【Meals】
Nameko mushroom soup, Kohantei original crab rice with simmered Asari clams
【Dessert】
1 types of cake, 2 type of fruit
Vegetarian Menu [good for persons who cannot have animal products, eggs, or dairy. Great for those who can have vegetable products, as well as emulsifiers]. If you wish to have a vegetarian meal, please contact the Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal desk Navi Dial at (0570-200-600) at least 4 days prior to your tour. (Hours 7:30 - 18:00)
*Photo is for illustrative purpose only.
*The content of the menu is subject to change in part.
※This tour is operated with the multilingual audio system (provided in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean). Views seen from the window will be explained through the audio system. ( A guide will accompany the tour but will not provide explanations of the sights.)
※Duration of sightseeing may be changed due to the traffic and the number of passengers
※Arrival time will be earlier than scheduled time due to the holiday break or the restriction condition of the facility.
※Please allow enough time for transfer to the other modes of transport, because buses may be delayed due to the traffic jams or adverse weather conditions.
※Tours may be cancelled due to the snow disaster. Please contact us to reconfirm the operation in the event of abnormal weather.
●Please note that you cannot complete your application unless the credit card payment is successfully processed.