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【Japan】Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond, Fairy Terrace Day Tour｜Depart from Sapporo

Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop

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Tour Duration | 10 Hours 30 Minutes

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Book your Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo and Biei Blue Pond day trip on Traveloka now. In the morning, we will meet at the group bus stop at the north exit of Sapporo Station and head to Asahiyama Zoo, the most visited zoo in Japan. In the afternoon, we will go to Biei Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls. Finally, we ended the day's trip at the Forest Elf Terrace and returned to Sapporo.

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Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond, and Fairy Terrace Day Tour

Includes a tour of popular spots such as the cobalt-blue Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls, plus free zoo admission.

— Instructions for Use —

Departure date: Every day

Meeting time and location: 08:00 Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop (Please be sure to check your email the day before departure to confirm the meeting place and time on the day of departure)

Number of people in a group: 1

The order and time of pick-up and drop-off will be arranged by the driver-guide based on the distance of the journey. Please understand and cooperate with each other and follow the arrangements of the driver-guide.

Special reminder: The one-day tour is a shared ride, and guests are required to arrive on time. Late arrivals will be deemed as voluntary abandonment of the trip. Therefore, it is recommended that guests arrive at the boarding location 10 minutes before departure to wait for the bus.

Please note that the itinerary schedule may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, etc.

For small groups, a driver will be arranged to provide full tour services. No additional tour leader or tour guide will be assigned. Please note.

— Itinerary Introduction —

Asahiyama Zoo (approximately 110 minutes, including free time for lunch)

Asahiyama Zoo, located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, is Japan's northernmost zoo and currently boasts the highest number of visitors in the country. Who says visiting a zoo in winter means most animals are shut up and hibernating? A snowy day at Hokkaido's Asahiyama Zoo is a truly unique experience: adorable penguins stroll through the snow, clumsy raccoons crawl overhead and make faces, curious seals playfully weave through the glass columns, and monkeys cuddle for warmth. A key feature of this zoo is the utmost care taken to ensure the animals are kept in a relatively free environment, while ingenious displays allow visitors to observe the animals up close.

**Asahiyama Zoo is closed from April 8th to April 25th, 2025, and November 4th to November 10th, 2025. If the zoo is closed, the itinerary will be changed to: Biei Blue Pond (30 minutes) - Shirahige Falls (15 minutes) - Herbgarden (20 minutes) - Furano Grape and Fruit Research Institute (30 minutes) - Fairy Terrace (30 minutes). The tour guide will adjust the time of each attraction according to the weather conditions.

Description of attractions to visit when Asahiyama Zoo is closed:
Furano Grape and Fruit Research Institute - "Furano Wine" Made from Local Specialty Grapes (approximately 30 minutes) Half a century ago, in the 1960s, Furano had no grapevines other than wild grapes growing naturally in the mountains. Due to its similar climate and terroir to Europe, enthusiasm for winemaking in Furano grew, and the Furano City Grape and Fruit Research Institute was established to focus on cultivating wine grapes. Over 50 years have passed since its founding. During this time, many passionate individuals have participated in experimental research and production development, resulting in the widely loved Furano wine we enjoy today. While some wineries use imported grapes, Furano Wine remains true to its original mission of "promoting regional agricultural revitalization through winemaking" and continues to use grapes grown locally in Furano.

Biei Blue Pond Tour (approximately 30 minutes)

Located on the left bank of the Biei River in Hokkaido, the Blue Pond is a dam built to intercept volcanic lava. Its name derives from the blue hues of its waters, which appear in sunlight. Approaching the Blue Pond is like stepping into a fairyland, a hazy beauty shrouded in mist. It's often called Japan's "Little Jiuzhaigou." Early mornings, the waters are even more pristine, a breathtakingly beautiful sight. The Blue Pond was once photographed by National Geographic photographer Kent Shiraishi, whose work was later acquired by Apple and featured on its Mac desktop. The waters of the Blue Pond, rich in minerals and earthy sand from volcanic ash, change color under sunlight, reflecting subtle changes in the surroundings. You never know what it will reveal next, creating a sense of anticipation.

Biei Shirahige Falls Tour (approximately 20 minutes)

Shirahige Falls in Furano, Hokkaido, rises 30 meters and sits 600 meters above sea level in the Shirogane Onsen area of Biei Town. The waterfall is named "Shirahige Falls" for the white whisker-like torrent that cascades through the cracks in the rocks. The water gushes from underground, crashing against the rocks and creating waves that shimmer with a blue hue. The scenery here is breathtakingly beautiful, with lush greenery in the summer and blanketed in snow in the winter, creating a striking contrast between the two seasons.

Pass by HERB GARDEN and receive a free Hokkaido hot drink (approximately 20 minutes)

Here you can take a short break, buy Hokkaido's special lavender souvenirs (fragrance belts, essential oils, incense sticks, horse oil, moisturizing lotion, etc.), and taste the special delicacy - lavender soft serve ice cream.

Ningle Terrace (approximately 40 minutes)

Ningle Terrace in Furano is a forest crafting experience workshop inspired by a character from Japanese author Satoshi Kuramoto's novels (more precisely, a 15cm-tall elf living in the forest). The small wooden cabins here serve as small shops selling unique, mostly handmade goods, such as glass and paper crafts, hand-painted paintings, and crafts made from dried Furano lavender. Each shop is small and exquisite, and all items are uniquely available there. The lights on at dusk create a romantic atmosphere.
**It is expected to be closed from November 3rd to November 28th in 2025. During this period, you will go to: Biei Shirogane Hot Spring** (90 minutes, at your own expense) 〒071-0235 Shirogane Hot Spring, Biei Town, Kamikawa County, Hokkaido
- If the Zoo and the Elf Terrace are closed, the itinerary will be arranged according to the following attractions: Then the itinerary will be changed to: Biei Blue Pond (30 minutes) - Shirahige Falls (15 minutes) - Herbgarden (20 minutes) - Biei Shirogane Hot Spring ** (90 minutes) ** If the hot spring is closed, other hot springs in the Biei area will be replaced

*The above itinerary times are all in Japan local time and are subject to local arrangements

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During the tour, please keep your mobile phone open so that you can contact the relevant reception staff

If you have a history of motion sickness or seasickness, please bring your own medication to prevent discomfort.

Please keep your valuables by yourself. We are not responsible for any loss or damage.

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Tour Itinerary

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08:00 Meet at the group bus stop at the north exit of Sapporo Station

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10:30 Asahiyama Zoo【Ticket included】(Stay for about 110 minutes)*Includes lunch time at your own expense

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10:30 Asahiyama Zoo closed: April 8, 2025 ~ April 25, 2025, November 04 ~ November 10, 2025. If Asahiyama Zoo is closed, the itinerary will be changed to: Biei Blue Pond (30 minutes) - Shirahige Falls (15 minutes) - Herbgarden (20 minutes) - Furano Grape and Fruit Research Institute (30 minutes) - Fairy Terrace (30 minutes). The tour guide will adjust the time of the attractions according to the weather conditions of the day and will appropriately extend or shorten the time of the attractions)

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13:20 Biei Blue Pond

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14:00 Biei Shirahige Falls

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14:50 Pass by HERB GARDEN and receive a free hot drink from Hokkaido

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15:50 Ningle Terrace (It is expected to be closed from November 3rd to November 28th, 2025; During this period, you will go to: Biei Shirogane Hot Spring** (90 minutes, at your own expense) 〒071-0235 Shirogane Hot Spring, Biei Town, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido If the zoo + Ningle Terrace are closed, the itinerary will be arranged according to the following attractions: Then the itinerary will be changed to: Biei Blue Pond (30 minutes) - Shirahige Falls (15 minutes) - Herbgarden (20 minutes) - Biei Shirogane Hot Spring** (90 minutes) **If the hot spring is closed, other hot springs in the Biei area will be replaced)

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16:20 Return to downtown Sapporo, and end the day happily!

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18:30 Arrive at the disbanding location: Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop

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