Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Falls & Blue Pond Illumination Tour

Asahiyama Zoo & Biei Winter Illuminations Day Tour from Sapporo Discover the magical beauty of Hokkaido in winter on this unforgettable day trip from Sapporo. Spend approximately two hours at Asahiyama Zoo, one of Japan’s most popular zoos, and enjoy seeing its fascinating animals in a beautiful winter setting. Continue to the scenic town of Biei and visit the spectacular Shirahige Falls, where cascading water, snow-covered cliffs, frost-covered trees, and the vivid blue waters of the Biei River create a breathtaking winter landscape. As evening falls, experience the enchanting Blue Pond illuminated at night. Surrounded by snow and glowing blue light, the pond transforms into a mysterious and dreamlike winter wonderland. Enjoy three of Hokkaido’s most memorable winter attractions in one convenient day tour from Sapporo.

1. 1

   Asahiyama Zoo

   2 hours

   Asahiyama Zoo, in the northernmost part of Japan, is the landmark sightseeing spot of Hokkaido, and visited by huge number of visitors. This zoon has been designed to see not only animals’ appearance, also their behaviors through daily life display. In “Hippopotamus Hall”, ostrich and warthog could be found here as that in a natural environment; in “Seal Hall”, the movement of seal swimming in a glass pipe called “Marine Way” can also be clearly watched. ※Please note that 2.5 hours will be allocated for this stop during March. "Penguin's Parade" will not be seen during March.

2. 2

   Shirahige Falls

   20 min

   Shirahige Falls cascades into the Biei River, resembling a white beard. With a drop of approximately 30 meters, it offers a breathtaking and powerful spectacle, framed by surrounding rime ice and the striking blue waters of the Biei River.

3. 3

   Shirogane Blue Pond

   30 min

   Biei is renowned for its gentle flower slopes, as well as its painting-like Blue Pond. The waterfall gushes with aluminum merges into Biei River, a colloid is produced and clashes with sunlight, therefore the lake presents the unique blue color. Moreover the withered Japanese birch and larch standing in the lake bring about a still yet gasping beauty.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Pick-up and drop-off points are different.（Drop-off point is JR Sapporo station only)
• English will be provided through an interpreter. There will be no sightseeing explanation.

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