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A group of penguins on a snowy slope with people in the background. 1
A red panda walking in a snowy enclosure. 2
A wooden cabin with snow-covered steps and a lit entrance. 3
A snow-covered wooden cabin with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees and snow. 4
Icicles hanging from a wooden ceiling, a window with a view of a room, and a hanging lantern. 5

Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo and Shirahige Falls Trip /w Pickup

By Hakuu Co Ltd.
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,175 per adult
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Features

Overview

  • Explore unique animal habitats at the world-renowned Asahiyama Zoo.
  • Marvel at the vivid azure waters of Shirogane Blue Pond and the Waterfall.
  • Stroll through the charming, fairy-tale log cabins of Ningle Terrace.
  • Enjoy a scenic drive-by of the iconic Ken & Mary Tree in Biei’s hills.
  • Experience a stress-free journey with expert guides and Sapporo pickup.

Activity location

    • Sapporo
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 3 Chome-4 Chome Kita 6 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0806日本 | This option will depart from Sapporo Sta. North Exit, address: 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807日本. We will send photo of gathering point a day before your trip, make sure to check your email inbox & spam.
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

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8:20 Meet at Sapparo Station

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This option will depart from Sapporo Sta. North Exit, address: 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807日本. We will send photo of gathering point a day before your trip, make sure to check your email inbox & spam.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,175.00 x 1 AdultP 4,175.00
Total
Price is P 4,175.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip transport from Sapporo
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission to Asahiyama Zoo (when included)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Driver-guide service
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel, tolls, expressway fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Optional snow mobile & alpaca farm
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Accommodation

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Food and drinks in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: People over 75 years

What you can expect

— Seasonal Itinerary Notice –[IMPORTANT: Itinerary Update Notice] Please note our seasonal route update to provide the best experience. Please check your travel date:

• Jan 1-Nov 31: Asahiyama Zoo (120min), Ken&Marry Tree(10min), Shirahige Falls (20min), Biei Blue Pond (20min), Ningle Terrace (30min)

— Depart from Sapporo 1hr 30min –Begin your journey with a comfortable ride from our Meeting point or hotel pickup within 3km. Relax as you head north through Hokkaido’s snowy landscapes, setting the tone for a day of discovery.

— Visit Asahiyama Zoo 2hr –Explore Japan’s northernmost and most beloved zoo. Watch penguins waddle through the snow in their famous winter parade, seals glide through glass tunnels, and monkeys huddle together for warmth. The zoo’s unique design lets you observe animals up close, making it a highlight for families and wildlife lovers alike. (Closed Dec 30–Jan 1; alternative attractions will be arranged.)

— Stop at Ken&Marry Tree 10min –A cinematic icon of Biei! This towering Poplar gained fame through a classic 1970s Nissan car commercial. It offers a perfect vertical contrast to the colorful, horizontal patchwork fields. Please note: This is a drive-by attraction.

Shirahige Waterfall (20 Mins)
Witness the “White Beard” of Biei! This stunning waterfall is unique because the water gushes from rock crevices, cascading down like a silvery beard into the cobalt-blue Biei River below. The contrast between the misty white spray and the vibrant blue water creates a mystical, breathtaking scene that is perfect for photos.

Shirogane Blue Pond (20 Mins)
A world-renowned masterpiece of nature! Famous for its surreal, vivid blue water and the haunting silhouettes of withered larch trees, this pond offers a dreamlike landscape that looks different under every light. It is a true photographer’s paradise and stands as one of Hokkaido’s most iconic and enchanting sights.

— Visit Ningle Terrace 30min –Nestled in a forest near Furano, this collection of log cabins glows with fairy lights at dusk. Each cabin houses artisans selling handmade crafts, from glasswork to lavender goods, creating a romantic and magical atmosphere.

— Return to Sapporo 2hr –Arrive back at Sapporo or your hotel in the evening, filled with memories of Hokkaido’s winter wonders.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sapporo
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 3 Chome-4 Chome Kita 6 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0806日本 | This option will depart from Sapporo Sta. North Exit, address: 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807日本. We will send photo of gathering point a day before your trip, make sure to check your email inbox & spam.
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan