Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Biel Blue Pond, Furano & Biei Seasonal Attractions (English/Mandarin Guide)

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Hokkaido Day Tour from Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Biel Blue Pond, Furano & Biei Seasonal Attractions (English/Mandarin Guide)

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8 May
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9 May
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11 May

Highlights

  • See popular Hokkaido attractions including Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond and more in Furano & Biei all in one day!
  • Visit different seasonal destinations like Shirahige Waterfall and Furano Farm
  • Enjoy a easy and worry-free Hokkaido trip with a friendly Mandarin/English/Japanese-speaking guide
  • Book a Hokkaido day trip on KKday for guaranteed departure for solo travelers!

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— What You Can Expect —


Embark on a refreshing summer journey in lush Hokkaido!


At Asahiyama Zoo, see polar bears, penguins, and other polar animals. Enjoy
adorable penguin feeding shows and the popular seal exhibit, "Marine Way". Get
to know the northern ecosystem with Hokkaido native species such as Yezo sika
deer and Ezo brown bears. Lunch is at your leisure within the zoo, with
several restaurants offering simple Japanese meals like ramen and curry rice,
providing a relaxed taste of local flavors. Next, enjoy the picturesque summer
wheat fields and rolling hills of the Patchwork Road from your car window.
Visit classic photo spots like the Seven Stars Tree and the Tree of Ken &
Mary. Stop by the dreamy blue waters of the Blue Pond, and finally, admire the
clear water cascading down the rocks at Shirahige Waterfall, capturing all the
popular summer scenery of Biei in one go.


** For the limited-time summer itinerary from 1 July to 30 September,
Shirahige Waterfall will be replaced byFarm Tomita, where you can stroll
through colorful flower fields and experience Hokkaido’s most enchanting
summer scenery.


— Attraction Info —


  • Asahiyama Zoo, located at the northernmost tip of Japan, is the most visited zoo in the country and is voted the most popular zoo by the public. Asahiyama Zoo emphasizes designing the zoo with the animals themselves in mind, preserving their most natural and original living environments, and designing spaces that allow visitors to observe the animals up close, not only closely but also interact with them. The annual penguin parade, limited to winter, is one of the highlights of Hokkaido tourism.


  • Biei Blue Pond is located on the left bank of the Biei River in Hokkaido, Japan, at an altitude of approximately 500 meters. The pond's water is a clear, azure blue, and it is often shrouded in mist, creating a hazy, ethereal beauty. As the seasons, weather, and environment subtly change, the pond water displays various colors, which, combined with the scenery interwoven with the forest, present a unique and captivating landscape.


  • Seven Stars Tree

    In 1976, this cypress tree, along with the surrounding landscape, earned its
    name by being featured on packaging of Seven Star cigarettes in Japan. The
    tree stands in the vast field like a lone guardian angel of beauty of the Biei
    hills


  • Tree of Ken and Mary

    Tree of Ken and Mary is a birch tree standing in the farmland of Furano, which
    rose to fame after appearing in a Nissan Skyline commercial in the 1970s. The
    birch tree symbolizes purity, beauty, resilience, and vitality, while the
    couple, Ken and Mary, in the ad gives it the meaning of love. Today, the tree,
    with its profound symbolism and captivating scenery, has become a popular
    photo spot for tourists.


  • Patchwork Road

    This is a living tapestry woven by generations of Biei farmers. As different
    crops are planted and harvested, the rolling hills naturally unfold in layers
    of contrasting colors, resembling patches of fabric hand-stitched on earth.
    Following the undulating slopes, you aren't just seeing beautiful rural
    scenery, you are witnessing the rhythmic pace of life in Hokkaido—working in
    harmony with the four seasons, respecting the land, and quietly nurturing the
    harvest. Other recommended tours in Hokkaido


  • Shirahige Waterfall, with a drop of 30 meters and an elevation of 600 meters, is located in Shirogane Onsen-kyo, Biei Town. It gets its name from the way the water cascades down from the cracks in the rocks, resembling a white beard. Furthermore, the underground water gushing against the rocks creates waves that shimmer with a blue light, making for a spectacular and pleasant sight.

    Note: Between July 1 and September 15, the tour will skip Shirahige Waterfall
    and visit Farm Tomita instead (60-minute stop for sightseeing).


  • Farm Tomita | Seasonal Special (July 1 – September 15)

    The most enchanting colors of a Hokkaido summer are hidden right here at Farm
    Tomita. Lavender sways gently in the breeze, filling the air with a delicate
    fragrance that seems to slow down time itself. Beyond the iconic purple
    fields, the farm blooms with a variety of seasonal flowers that shift in hue
    as the weeks pass, painting a new landscape across the earth with every turn
    of the season. Take a leisurely stroll through the blossoms and don't forget
    to try the famous Lavender Soft Serve Ice Cream—a sweet way to etch the gentle
    spirit of a Hokkaido summer into your memory.



— More Hokkaido Day Tours —


Hokkaido Day Trip | Lake Toya Onsen Town & Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Showa
Shinzan & Lake Shikotsu | Optional Bear Ranch Package (Departing from
Sapporo)


Hokkaido Sapporo Day Trip | Sapporo Beer Museum, Shiroi Koibito Park,
Jozankei Onsen, Daibutsuden, Seafood Market | English and Chinese
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[Tourism Conditions]

  • Departure/Destination: Hokkaido 
  • Trip Duration: Same day roundtrip 
  • Transportation: Chartered Bus 
  • Bus Company: 株式会社白馬交通北海道 
  • Meals: Breakfast (0 times), Lunch (varies depending on the itinerary), Dinner (0 times) 
  • Accommodation: None 
  • Minimum Group Size: 1
  • Tour Leader: 0
  • Tour guide: 1

【Tour Organizer】

  • Operating Company Name: ㈱ジャパンホリデートラベル 札幌営業所 
  • Address: 北海道札幌市中央区大通西1丁目さっぽろテレビ塔1Fジャパンホリデートラベル札幌営業所 
  • License Number: 大阪府知事登録旅行業 第2-2181号 
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Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
This tour is a same-day round trip. Please be on time at the designated meeting point. The bus will depart on time. Latecomers will not be waited for and no refund will be given.
When a large taxi or a small bus is used for the tour, the driver will assist with itinerary arrangements instead of a tour guide
Each adult can bring one child under 3 years old who does not occupy a seat or receive a meal free of charge. Please indicate this in the order notes. If a child needs to occupy a seat, please purchase a child ticket.
Sometimes buses are delayed due to traffic or bad weather. Please allow enough time to proceed to your next activities or transportation if you have plans after the tour
Please avoid making reservations for evening meals, transportation, or flights. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by delays and will not be liable for any losses. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
To bring luggage on board, please notify us in advance
You may disembark at any of the attractions included in this tour, but once you leave the tour, you may not rejoin the tour for subsequent activities. Please indicate this when you place your booking if you require this assistance.
Tour is subject to cancellation due to natural disasters or adverse weather. In this case, please contact us to confirm the tour status
Due to seasonal variations and the natural growth cycles of different flower species, some varieties may not be in full bloom at the time of your visit. Please understand that no refunds will be provided in such instances.
Lavender typically blooms from late June to early August. Please understand that the actual blooming period may vary slightly depending on the year's climate and weather conditions.
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