Shirogane Blue Pond & Forest Elf Terrace Night Illumination Experience

Name: Shirogane Blue Pond & Forest Elf Terrace Night Illumination Experience - Klook
Brand: Klook
SKU: 171966
Price: 57.25 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (62 reviews)

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Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time), In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund, If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued, The activity will be rescheduled if there is not a minimum of 6 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund, Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all, To reschedule or request a full refund, please contact the supplier/operator: <a target=_blank data-spm-item="Link" href="mailto:doushin165@yahoo.co.jp">doushin165@yahoo.co.jp</a>

Depart from Sapporo

Duration: 10.5 hour(s)

11:40-22:10

Guide language

English, Chinese, Japanese

Meet-up

Large group (6-45)

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Day 1

Meet-up11:40

Shikisai-no-Oka: From mid-to-late December, you can experience snowmobiling at your own expense. It's thrilling and fun! Even first-timers can easily get the hang of it and fully enjoy the exhilaration of speeding through the snow. During the closure period of Shikisai-no-Oka, the itinerary will be changed to Chiyoda Farm; due to gradually decreasing snow from April 1, 2027, it will be adjusted to a free stroll around Biei Station.

For winter

Visit on all days except the dates specified

50 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

1 Apr - 30 Apr: You'll visit the alternative attraction during this season.

Biei Station JR Ticket Counter

Biei Christmas Tree: An isolated tree standing in the snow-white hills, named for its Christmas tree-like appearance. The pure white snowfield paired with the blue sky creates a romantic winter atmosphere unique to Hokkaido, making it a popular spot for photos.

For winter

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Shirahige Waterfall: In winter, the waterfall is covered with white snow and frost, combined with the scenery of the clear blue river, presenting Hokkaido's unique dreamy snow country atmosphere. It is one of Biei's popular winter attractions.

Waterfall hike

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Aoi Pond Illumination: In the winter nights, Aoi Pond, illuminated by lights, presents a dreamy blue color. The snow-white trees and their reflections on the lake complement each other, creating a fairytale-like world. It is one of Hokkaido's popular winter night views.

30 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

Elf Terrace Lighting: After nightfall, the small cabin in the forest lights up with warm lights, intertwining with the white snow to create a dreamy fairy tale atmosphere. Strolling along the forest path, it feels as if one has stepped into the world of northern elves.

50 min(s) • Self-guided • Free entry

To drop-off points22:10

For reference only. The itinerary is subject to change.

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What's included

Host: Chinese, English, Japanese
Transport: Bus
Admission: Biei Christmas Tree: An isolated tree standing in the snow-white hills, named for its Christmas tree-like appearance. The pure white snowfield paired with the blue sky creates a romantic winter atmosphere unique to Hokkaido, making it a popular spot for photos., Shirahige Waterfall: In winter, the waterfall is covered with white snow and frost, combined with the scenery of the clear blue river, presenting Hokkaido's unique dreamy snow country atmosphere. It is one of Biei's popular winter attractions., Aoi Pond Illumination: In the winter nights, Aoi Pond, illuminated by lights, presents a dreamy blue color. The snow-white trees and their reflections on the lake complement each other, creating a fairytale-like world. It is one of Hokkaido's popular winter night views., Elf Terrace Lighting: After nightfall, the small cabin in the forest lights up with warm lights, intertwining with the white snow to create a dreamy fairy tale atmosphere. Strolling along the forest path, it feels as if one has stepped into the world of northern elves.
Admission: Shikisai-no-Oka: From mid-to-late December, you can experience snowmobiling at your own expense. It's thrilling and fun! Even first-timers can easily get the hang of it and fully enjoy the exhilaration of speeding through the snow. During the closure period of Shikisai-no-Oka, the itinerary will be changed to Chiyoda Farm; due to gradually decreasing snow from April 1, 2027, it will be adjusted to a free stroll around Biei Station., Shikisai-no-Oka: From mid-to-late December, you can experience snowmobiling at your own expense – it's thrilling and fun! Even first-timers can easily get the hang of it and fully enjoy the exhilaration of speeding through the snow. During Shikisai-no-Oka's closed period, the itinerary will be changed to Chiyoda Farm; due to gradually decreasing snow from April 1, 2027, the itinerary will be adjusted to free exploration around Biei Station.,Biei Station JR Ticket Counter
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Reviews

4.8 / 5

Fantastic

62 reviews

Guide

4.9

Itinerary

4.8

Quality of transfer

4.9

Value for money

4.8

Erman *****

2026/01/17

Fantastic 5.0

Thank you for Mr Oliver who is really helpful and kind to my kids, he is really good in english, chinese and Japanese. I'm recommended this tour if you want to visit Ningle Terrace in the evening with a better view to take a photo. And thank you for Mr Driver too who is really kind too. My kids are so happy especially the snowmobile 😆

GERALDINE ******

2026/01/25

Fantastic 5.0

The itinerary was great. We were able to cover a lot of beautiful tourist spots with comfort and ease. Tip: bring a lot of food and snacks because there won’t be time alloted for meals. We were allowed to eat inside the bus, we just had to manage our trash. Our tour guide Oliver was also great. They sent an e-mail the night before the tour for reminders. The meeting spot was easy to find. We went with our two year old toddler. We brought a stroller and the company asked for additional 1,500 yen fee for bringing the stroller which was charged on the day of the tour. Also, children were not allowed to ride the snow mobile so we had no choice but to wait for the others and play in the snow instead. Overall, we had a lot of fun and made beautiful memories.

Klook User

2026/03/12

Fantastic 5.0

This was a truly delightful trip! Both the tour guide and driver were incredibly friendly. The driver even politely reminded us to "please be careful when boarding" every time we got on the bus. We were also fortunate enough to experience the tour company's special appreciation service, receiving complimentary drinks and snacks, which was a really warm and pleasant surprise! The guide also helped us take photos and shared interesting information about the attractions. A big thank you to our guide, Mr. Shangdao, for making this trip such a memorable experience!

Vivin ********

2026/02/21

Fantastic 5.0

Great illumination experience in Biei and Furano. The tour was a small group which made it feel exclusive and well organized. Everything ran smoothly, even in the freezing weather. Our guide, Arafat, was very friendly and loved sharing stories, making the journey even more memorable 😊

劉 **

2026/02/12

Fantastic 5.0

A day trip covering all the scenic spots in Biei! The guide, MASA, sent an email the day before departure, informing us of the itinerary, meeting point, and contact information, which was very reassuring. On the day of the tour, I arrived at the meeting point with excitement and anticipation. Masa introduced the sights along the way, generously sharing information about the attractions, his own experiences, and local cuisine. In addition to his verbal explanations, he sometimes used images (snowmobiles, souvenirs), making the entire trip very satisfying!

Emil ********

2026/01/29

Fantastic 5.0

Our tour guide Oliver was incredibly accommodating and made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. Even though we had some delays (due to bad traffic/weather conditions) and had to change one attraction, he was very apologetic and immediately found a way to make the experience just as enjoyable. He was always attentive, patient, and happy to adjust based on everyone's needs. The tips he shared were genuinely helpful—from local insights to practical advice that made our trip so much better. You can really tell he cares about giving guests a great experience. Highly recommended!

Tsai *******

2026/03/04

Great 4.0

The tour guide was super nice, thank you for waiting for us even after we were late that day (really bad example, really sorry to the people on the bus). As for the itinerary, we paid extra for the snowmobile at the first stop, Shikisai-no-oka. Although it was just a loop, experiencing a snowmobile once, I personally think it's good, but it's a bit pricey, so you might have to weigh it yourself. As for the Christmas tree, you can expect a lot of people, but it's still within an acceptable range. It's really just as the tour guide said, take a photo and check in, then slowly go back and wait for the bus. Shirahige Falls is okay in terms of scenery, but after we went to see the waterfall, we walked back and saw that some of the stalls next door were closing up. And the only restrooms are at the post office. If you encounter a lot of tour buses, you may have to be prepared to wait. The Blue Pond illumination was probably the most disappointing. The lighting effect was not as expected. I can see why people don't recommend it much. The tour guide also suggested that you can come and see it again in the spring and summer, it will be a different feeling. Finally, the Ningle Terrace, it's really beautiful at night, but it was already quite late when we went, so many of the shops were already closed. If I have the opportunity next time, I would like to go and browse the shops in the late afternoon. In addition, during the snowmelt period, be careful of the stairs on the terrace, and be careful of slipping after stepping on the ice. Although it will hurt, what's more embarrassing is that the people around will pay attention and care about whether you are okay or not. (If your soles are slippery, buy good snow boots or snow claws. The icy area around the Blue Pond was also super difficult to walk on. I directly saw a girl from another group being helped back to the bus by others.

黃 **

2026/02/13

Fantastic 5.0

Great itinerary, the time spent at each attraction was just right, and the tour leader Oliver was also very nice. The driver was also reassuring driving on a snowy night. Really happy 👍