Things to do in Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill

I'm one of the two guys who applied for the Sapporo tour on September 25, 2011!!! I took the Sapporo Biei tour by myself in 2019, and the tour schedule was a similar route back then. I went to Junpei for lunch and visited the Blue Pond and Takushinkan. I can confidently say that this tour was the most satisfying tour I've ever experienced. I believe that the guide's role is very important, even more so than the locations you visit. I didn't feel a big impact from the previous tour, so I didn't really have any expectations. However, as the tour progressed with guide "Ire," I was amazed by his energy and experienced how enjoyable and happy a tour could be. In particular, it was a trip where I felt Ire's thoughts and concerns, along with information about the Sapporo region that I hadn't heard before. The Yubari melon I ate at the first rest stop, especially the yogurt you recommended!!! I didn't expect much, but it was so delicious. When I came to the Blue Pond, the second course, it felt different from the first time. That's because the weather wasn't good back then, maybe because I didn't have a weather fairy, lol. This time, the weather helped, so I was able to see a very beautiful landscape, and I think I'll remember the photos you took so passionately. Next, the Shikisai-no-oka was memorable. The scenery of colorful flowers blooming with clouds hanging in the sky was really... the best. And the photos you took with the DSLR were also the best!!! The most important thing here is that it rained just as we were leaving, lol. Finally, the sun viewed from Patchwork Road, along with the clouds, was so wonderful. This trip is a friendship trip with my best friend since middle school, and it's also the first time I've traveled to Japan in 10 years. The three elements were so well-matched: the weather was especially good, the atmosphere of the travel course, and the person I came with. I would like to thank guide "Ire" and Indigo Travel for providing good memories and recollections about the tour. I'm only taking away happy and enjoyable memories. So the conclusion is that I highly recommend you experience this tour!!! I guarantee you won't regret it.

Biei has a completely different vibe than Sapporo~!! I was able to directly see and feel the natural environment that I had only seen in photos, and the weather was great. Everything felt like it was helping our trip!! I came here two years ago for a temple tour, but I couldn't come to Biei because I went to Noboribetsu. While my husband and I were thinking about where to go for a babymoon, we decided on Sapporo because it wasn't too hot!!! It was a great choice, haha. - Sunagawa Highway Oasis Our guide, "Ire," recommended snacks, so I tasted the yogurt of my life. The milk flavor was so rich and delicious that I'm planning to eat it again before returning home ♥︎ - Biei (Junpei Lunch) I was surprised at how delicious the tempura was. The food came out right after we arrived and ordered, and I went to the bathroom. It was super fast! - Blue Pond The color is so pretty, and Ire's energy was amazing! I laughed so hard that I think my baby in my belly was happy too. I was touched that she took pictures according to my situation as a pregnant woman and called us a family of three. - Shirahige Falls The water seemed clearer here! - Shikisai-no-oka The flower colors were real and more beautiful than I thought! They took beautiful pictures with a good camera, and it was great that we were the only ones who got to see it when it wasn't raining. - Takushinkan It was great to wrap up with a picture of a tree on a hill! - Patchwork Road I was very proud that I was able to see everything until the end thanks to the consideration of the guide and driver! I was with "Ire" this time, and the best thing was that even though it was a bus tour, it didn't feel tiring even after a long time because they moved really efficiently and quickly, so I was able to see everything without straining my body. We didn't stay in one place for too long, just the right amount of time! They took several pictures with care and spoke cheerfully, so I felt good throughout the trip. I'll never forget the way they called us at the Blue Pond, haha. I recommend that if you're with Ire, you'll have a satisfying trip while using your time efficiently!! Thanks to you, I had a great day. I'll always be cheering for you ^.^

The Mt. Moiwa Ropeway in Sapporo is a must-do for anyone visiting the city. The cable car ride up the mountain is smooth and offers stunning views of Sapporo’s skyline, lush forests, and, on clear days, even the distant mountains. At the top, the observation deck gives a breathtaking 360° panorama, especially magical at sunset and after dark when the city lights sparkle below often called one of Japan’s top three night views. The facilities are well-kept, with cafes and telescopes to enhance the experience. Whether you’re a couple seeking a romantic spot or a traveler wanting to see Sapporo from above, Mt. Moiwa is unforgettable.

I had a safe and great trip. Our guide, Nana, was a great help. I almost had a big problem because my battery was dead, but she let me use her own charger. Thank you so much!

If you come to Sapporo, you definitely have to take the Biei tour!! 💕 I've done several Korean-guided tours in Japan, including Tokyo, Fukuoka, and Osaka, but this tour was the most satisfying! Especially the guide, Ms. Gyaru! 💕 She's the funniest, most entertaining, cutest, and most sensible guide I've ever met, with great insider information! 👍 I came alone, so I thought it might be a bit boring, but thanks to Ms. Gyaru, it was a very fun and fulfilling tour. She said her dream was to be a comedian, and she's so funny and entertaining!! I'm a fan of First Love, and she played the perfect background music, 100 points for her good sense! 🥹 And lunch 👍 at Junpei, I didn't expect much, but it was really delicious! I was able to enter right away without waiting and have a delicious lunch 😋 The Blue Pond and Shikisai-no-oka were also so beautiful. I even got to use my DSLR here!! She also gave detailed explanations and shared travel information thoroughly. Usually, people who are this funny and entertaining might lack information or attention to detail, but she sent me real Sapporo travel information and even made restaurant reservations for me one by one via KakaoTalk. She explained the main attractions in detail and kept sharing the time and location via KakaoTalk every time we got off the bus~~ It was a full day of non-stop fun even while traveling on the bus. Also! She takes really passionate photos. Of course, other tours take photos too, but she's the first guide to enthusiastically tell you what poses to take and take photos like that, and I was so grateful that she worked so hard! For those traveling alone, couples, or family trips! She takes such beautiful commemorative photos for everyone, so be sure to book it 👍 Ms. Gyaru said she's a power E, and I'm a power I, so I was so envious! I think Gyaru-guide will continue to be a guide who brings happiness to others like she does now 🙌 I'll cheer you on!! I hope to see you again in Sapporo!! 🥹💕

Our tour guide, Mr. Shao, introduced Lake Toya and Jigokudani (Hell Valley) in Noboribetsu in three languages: Chinese, English, and Japanese. He provided very detailed information about the geography and culture, and also shared Hokkaido's cuisine and specialties, giving us first-time visitors a wealth of information. We are very grateful for his dedication! Highly recommend this tour.

I came to Sapporo with my family last year and had a great time, so I came again this year with my partner. Last year, I used a different company, and there were some things I wasn't happy with. At that time, some family friends were also traveling separately, and they used Indigo Travel. What I didn't like about the company I used was that it was crowded everywhere we went, and it rained at Farm Tomita, which was our last stop. Indigo Travel departed earlier than other companies, and they were able to visit Farm Tomita before it rained and then leave. At that time, I thought that if I came again, I would use Indigo Travel. So, when my partner and I decided to go to Sapporo this year, we naturally chose Indigo Travel. I was disappointed that we couldn't go to Farm Tomita because there were no lavender flowers in September, but I was very satisfied with the tour because the other courses were so great. We ate delicious ice cream, and the weather was so clear and nice that we could clearly see the mystical Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls. We also went to Shikisai-no-oka, and the flowers were in full bloom and so beautiful. The sun was hot, but the breeze was cool, so the weather was perfect. (It can be a little hot on sunny days, so I recommend using a parasol.) Like any day trip tour, it was a little disappointing that we couldn't enjoy it more leisurely, so I think I'll come again next time. And of course, I'm planning to use Indigo Travel again next time. The advantages of Indigo Travel that I experienced are: 1. The tour starts earlier than other tours, so you can tour before it gets crowded. 2. They take a lot of great pictures. 3. They provide a lot of information you need for your trip, such as recommending restaurants or making reservations for you. There are many tours that take pictures carelessly, but our John Park tells us a variety of poses in advance and takes pictures with a DSLR camera in the best locations, leaving travelers with the best souvenirs (photos and memories). It was also really nice that he explained the history of Hokkaido in an easy-to-understand way. Even though the price is higher than other tours, it's really worth it! The best!

Above all, Sachi guide's kind explanations and efforts stood out throughout the tour. Thanks to her, I had a fun and enjoyable Biei tour. Even after the tour ended, she offered to help until I left Japan. When I needed help and messaged her, she immediately provided a lot of information, which was a great help~~ Thank you. Be sure to travel Sapporo with our Sachi guide^^