• Asahiyama Zoo - Admission to Asahiyama Zoo is included (approximately 110 minutes, with time for a complimentary lunch).

Asahiyama Zoo closure dates: April 8 to April 26, 2024, November 4 to November 10, December 30 to January 1, 2025. If the zoo is closed, the itinerary will be adjusted to include Biei Mangrove (30 minutes), Shikisai no Oka (50 minutes), Biei Green Pond (30 minutes), and Shirasuga Falls (15 minutes).

Located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, Asahiyama Zoo is Japan’s northernmost and most popular zoo. It offers unique displays that allow visitors to closely observe the animals.

(Enterprise Estimated launch date for the Goose Walk from December to March: enjoy watching penguins take a stroll at 11:00 am.)

When Asahiyama Zoo is closed, the tour will include a visit to Furano Wine, where guests can sample the local “Furano Wine,” crafted from regionally grown grapes (approximately 30 minutes).

• Shirogane Blue Pond - From April 1st to November 30th, the tour will visit Blue Pond (about 30 minutes).
  Blue Pond is situated on the left bank of the Biei River in Hokkaido. It was created by a dam built to block volcanic lava. The pond’s water reflects a blue hue under sunlight, giving it its name. Approaching Biei Blue Pond feels like entering a fairyland, with a mystical beauty often likened to Japan’s “Mini Jiuzhaigou.” Each morning, the water’s color becomes even more vivid and azure, offering a visual delight. National Geographic photographer Mr. Kent Ishii once captured the Blue Pond, and his photograph was later acquired by Apple Inc. as a default desktop for the MAC series. The pond’s water is rich in minerals and volcanic ash particles, causing it to display various colors as the environment subtly changes. Its ever-changing appearance is full of anticipation.
• Shirahige Falls - The tour will visit Shirahige Falls (about 20 minutes) from April 1st to November 30th.

Shirahige Falls in Furano, Hokkaido, features a 30-meter drop and is situated at an elevation of 600 meters in the Biei-cho, Biei Onsen area. The waterfall is named for its water that flows through rock crevices like white beards. The water emerging from underground hits the rocks, creating blue-tinged splashes. Visitors can enjoy the striking contrast between the lush summer greenery and the snow-covered winter landscape.

• Popuri no Sato Herb Garden - While passing by HERB GARDEN, guests will be treated to complimentary Hokkaido specialty hot drinks (about 20 minutes).

Here, visitors can take a brief break, purchase Hokkaido-specific lavender souvenirs (such as sachets, essential oils, incense sticks, horse oil, and moisturizing creams), and savor the specialty cuisine - lavender ice cream.

• Ningle Terrace - Ningle Terrace in Furano is a forest craft workshop inspired by a character from a novel by Japanese writer Soji Kuramoto (a 15cm-tall elf living in the great forest). The log cabins here are small shops offering unique handmade crafts, such as glass crafts, paper crafts, hand-painted pictures, and lavender-based crafts. Each shop is small yet exquisite, and the items sold here are exclusive, with no other outlets available. The lighting at dusk is particularly romantic.
  Ningle Terrace Closure Dates: November 3, 2025, to November 28, 2025
  Alternative Itinerary during Ningle Terrace Closure:
  Meiyo Biei Onsen (90 minutes)
  Address: 071-0235, Biei-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido, Biei Onsen
  Note: If the onsen is closed, another one in the Meiyo area will be substituted.
  If both the zoo and Ningle Terrace are closed, the itinerary will be adjusted as follows:
  Blue Pond (30 minutes)
  Shiraito Waterfall (15 minutes)
  Herbgarden (20 minutes)
  Onsen (90 minutes)

• In-person English, Chinese and Japanese
• Asahiyama Zoo tickets (no refunds or changes if given up voluntarily)
• Driver service fee
• Vehicle fuel costs, tolls, and highway tolls
• Vehicle service fees listed in the itinerary

• Food and drinks
• Accommodation expenses, local self-funded projects
• Other personal consumption expenses

Embark on a delightful day trip to Hokkaido and discover its allure with a visit to the famous Asahiyama Zoo.

Observe fascinating animal behaviors, such as penguins strolling through the snow and seals gliding through glass tunnels. If the zoo is not open, take the opportunity to admire breathtaking attractions like the Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls.

Enjoy a relaxed visit to the charming Ningle Terrace, where you can browse for handmade crafts and savor complimentary ice cream or hot beverages. This tour is ideal for families and nature lovers, with transportation provided from central Sapporo.

• Explore Japan’s northernmost zoo, Asahiyama Zoo, with admission included.
• Delight in the scenic Blue Pond and Shiraito Waterfall (seasonal).
• Discover local artistry at Ningle Terrace with complimentary ice cream or hot drinks.
• Includes pick-up from Sapporo Station Group Bus Terminal.
• The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time. Guides do not initiate contact with guests.Please wait for the bus at the specified location according to the meeting time in the email.
• One-day trip itinerary, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
• During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
• This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver’s arrangements. If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to the chartered tour service.
• Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
• The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund.
• Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
• The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time and lunch time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.