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Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip
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Tours • From Sapporo

Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

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English guided
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4.8 / 5
(2.3K) • 20K+ booked
₱ 2,792
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Popular Noboribetsu Must-Visit Day Tour in Hokkaido: Lake Toya & Showa-shinzan & Hell Valley & Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)
Tours • From Sapporo, Noboribetsu

Popular Noboribetsu Must-Visit Day Tour in Hokkaido: Lake Toya & Showa-shinzan & Hell Valley & Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)

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English guided
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4.8 / 5
(1.4K) • 10K+ booked
₱ 2,792
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【Hokkaido | Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Niseko Day Trip】Mount Yotei (Little Fuji) & Takahashi Farm & Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Park & Kyogoku Spring Water Park & Winter Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo
Tours • From Sapporo

【Hokkaido | Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Niseko Day Trip】Mount Yotei (Little Fuji) & Takahashi Farm & Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Park & Kyogoku Spring Water Park & Winter Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo

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₱ 2,792
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Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour - Departing from Sapporo (English / Chinese Guide)
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Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour - Departing from Sapporo (English / Chinese Guide)

English guided
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₱ 3,390
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One-day tour of Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu & Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido
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Tours • From Sapporo

One-day tour of Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu & Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido

English guided
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4.9 / 5
(24) • 200+ booked
₱ 3,211
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Hokkaido Sapporo/Chitose Lake Shikotsu Ice Museum Hyoto Festival Bus
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Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Sapporo/Chitose Lake Shikotsu Ice Museum Hyoto Festival Bus

English guided
Afternoon departure
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(6) • 400+ booked
₱ 2,792
Shikotsu Lake Ice Falls Festival, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and Snow World Toya Day Trip
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Shikotsu Lake Ice Falls Festival, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and Snow World Toya Day Trip

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₱ 4,128
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Sapporo Lake Toya & Lake Shikotsu Day Tour (including fireworks)
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Sapporo Lake Toya & Lake Shikotsu Day Tour (including fireworks)

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4.4 / 5
(101) • 1K+ booked
₱ 3,440
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Sapporo Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival & Takino Snow World Day Tour
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Sapporo Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival & Takino Snow World Day Tour

English guided
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₱ 3,590
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Cantonese and Mandarin/English | Biei Shirogane Blue Pond Illumination + Christmas Tree + White Birch Forest + Ningle Terrace + Shirahige Waterfall | Furano Lunch + Milk Postcard
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Cantonese and Mandarin/English | Biei Shirogane Blue Pond Illumination + Christmas Tree + White Birch Forest + Ningle Terrace + Shirahige Waterfall | Furano Lunch + Milk Postcard

English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(169) • 3K+ booked
₱ 3,989
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Hokkaido Winter Jozankei & Hill of the Buddha & Showa-shinzan & Lake Toya Day Tour | Optional Snowmobile
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Tours • From Sapporo

Hokkaido Winter Jozankei & Hill of the Buddha & Showa-shinzan & Lake Toya Day Tour | Optional Snowmobile

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.9 / 5
(124) • 700+ booked
₱ 3,899
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Lake Shikotsu Illumination and Ice Festival Half-Day from Sapporo
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Lake Shikotsu Illumination and Ice Festival Half-Day from Sapporo

English guided
Afternoon departure
Free cancellation
4.0 / 5
(27) • 800+ booked
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Where to stay in Lake Shikotsu

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Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa MIZU no UTA
Hotels • Chitose

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Resort Spa MIZU no UTA

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₱ 26,719.7
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Besso Ao no Za
Hotels • Chitose

Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Besso Ao no Za

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4.5 / 5
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₱ 86,256.7
Shikotsuko Daiichi Hotel Suizantei
Hotels • Chitose

Shikotsuko Daiichi Hotel Suizantei

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Sapporo’s Secret Onsen Sanctuary Marukoma Onsen Ryokan
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Sapporo’s Secret Onsen Sanctuary Marukoma Onsen Ryokan

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₱ 7,591.2

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Sapporo Car Rental with Driver to Jozankei/Otaru/Lake Toya/Lake Shikotsu
Car charters • Sapporo (From Sapporo)

Sapporo Car Rental with Driver to Jozankei/Otaru/Lake Toya/Lake Shikotsu

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5.0 / 5
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₱ 21,960
Sapporo Car Rental With Driver to Niseko/ Toyako/ Furano/ Hakodate/ Otaru
Car charters • Chitose (From Sapporo)

Sapporo Car Rental With Driver to Niseko/ Toyako/ Furano/ Hakodate/ Otaru

Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(50) • 500+ booked
₱ 20,581
Retail: ₱ 24,011

Lake Shikotsu Reviews

Wei *********
2026-11-08 03:55:41
Fantastic 5.0
I had an absolutely fantastic experience on our Hokkaido day tour with Jenny! From start to finish, everything was organized seamlessly. Jenny was extremely friendly, attentive, and kept us on schedule while ensuring everyone had plenty of time to enjoy each stop. Her clear instructions regarding pick-up points and timing made the whole day stress-free. If you're booking a day tour to explore in Hokkaido, I highly recommend Jenny as your guide! Thank you for a memorable day! 😊
Mount Fuji Tour

Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

Grace **
2026-11-06 09:08:56
Fantastic 5.0
I like the tour and even my teenager son loves it. Tour is not on a rush. Time span is just right. Had maximize our time on each and every stop. sight seeing for a change is all worth it and is a wonderful experience.
Mount Fuji Tour

Popular Noboribetsu Must-Visit Day Tour in Hokkaido: Lake Toya & Showa-shinzan & Hell Valley & Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)

Matt *********
2026-11-01 11:54:07
Fantastic 5.0
Really good tour to see a lot of sights of this part of Hokkaido in one day, while not being too rushed anywhere. Lisa was a great guide, she helped to point out the interesting attractions out the windows and where was the best places to go for photos. The driver was excellent as well, even slowing down to let us get a better look at some deer.
Mount Fuji Tour

Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour - Departing from Sapporo (English / Chinese Guide)

Usuario de Klook
2026-09-10 14:51:12
Fantastic 5.0
Excellent service and willingness from Mr. Du Ruisi. I highly recommend his tour, as it covers a wide range of the best areas in Hokkaido. We visited Lake Toya, Hell Valley, the Showashinzan Ropeway, and Nakajima Island! Plus, we forgot our umbrella in the van, and Mr. Du Ruisi brought it to us where we were sightseeing without any problem and with great willingness! Thank you very much for everything, and when we return to Sapporo, we will definitely take your excursion again!
Mount Fuji Tour

【Hokkaido | Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Niseko Day Trip】Mount Yotei (Little Fuji) & Takahashi Farm & Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Park & Kyogoku Spring Water Park & Winter Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo

LIN ********
2026-10-18 06:17:37
Fantastic 5.0
Although it was pouring rain at our first stop, Lake Shikotsu, our tour guide Ella still carried out her responsibilities diligently. Even though her umbrella was almost blown inside out by the wind, she insisted on standing at a fixed spot to help us take photos, and her professional dedication is truly commendable. Later on, the weather gradually cleared up. From the Silo Observatory, we could see Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, and the surrounding mountain scenery all at once—it was a very beautiful view. The yogurt sold at the nearby souvenir shop was rich, unique, and quite delicious.
Mount Fuji Tour

Sapporo Lake Toya & Lake Shikotsu Day Tour (including fireworks)

邵 **
2026-11-10 15:20:31
Fantastic 5.0
I was so glad to join the day tour on November 3, 2026. This was truly a dream itinerary chosen with great care, as we visited the Elf Forest Village right before its seasonal closure. Our guide, Habby, was extremely dedicated, seamlessly switching between three fluent languages to introduce the attractions. He even acted as our personal photographer at the sights, helping us pose and taking wonderful pictures for us. We are truly grateful! Of course, we also want to thank the lovely tour leader for her attentive companionship, which made this trip leave us with such wonderful memories. It gives us even more confidence in choosing Klook for the future. Thanks once again to Habby for thoughtfully helping us mail our postcards! 💗💖💗
Mount Fuji Tour

Cantonese and Mandarin/English | Biei Shirogane Blue Pond Illumination + Christmas Tree + White Birch Forest + Ningle Terrace + Shirahige Waterfall | Furano Lunch + Milk Postcard

劉 **
2026-11-09 08:22:33
Fantastic 5.0
I recently participated in the Hokkaido day tour provided by YH International Travel (visiting Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Cape Chikyu, Silo Observation Deck, Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch, and Lake Shikotsu), and the overall experience was extremely satisfying! I especially want to praise our tour leader, Xiao Weng (a Taiwanese who married in Japan), who is an exceptionally patient, gentle, and considerate guide. In addition to providing professional trilingual commentary in Chinese, English, and Japanese, she was also very thoughtful in arranging seating on the bus. At every attraction, she would lead everyone to the designated spot, clearly explaining the route, restroom locations, and recommended foods, and even proactively helped everyone take photos. She has a deep and acute perception of travelers' needs. Although I was a bit worried when I saw a 60% chance of rain before departure, fortune smiled upon us and the day turned out to be clear and cloudless! Not only did we witness the magnificent Jigokudani and the vast, stunning curved horizon of Cape Chikyu with our own eyes, but we also got to taste the rich Lake Shikotsu soft-serve ice cream. The only slight pity was that due to the high latitude, the sun set very quickly; the surrounding roads on the return trip were a bit dark, making it impossible to see the scenery along the way and the occasionally passing wild deer, so we just took the opportunity to rest and catch up on sleep on the bus. The pace of this itinerary was well arranged, plus the fellow passengers on the bus were all punctual, and the tour leader took such careful care of everyone. I highly recommend this trip and tour leader Xiao Weng!
Mount Fuji Tour

Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)

Klook User
2026-06-05 12:35:06
Fantastic 5.0
I had a wonderful tour experience! Everything was well organized, enjoyable, and exceeded our expectations. A special thanks to Mr. Kevin for being such an excellent and accommodating tour guide. He was friendly, attentive, and always made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the trip. One thing I especially appreciated was how he took beautiful photos for each of us at every location, helping us capture unforgettable memories from the tour. His professionalism, patience, and dedication truly made the experience even more special. We highly recommend this tour, and we are grateful to Mr. Kevin for making it such a memorable journey. Thank you!
Mount Fuji Tour

One-day tour of Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu & Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido

Klook User
2026-07-06 08:52:39
Great 4.0
Despite our flight delayed for 2 hours and having to arrive past midnight, the staff on duty on 3rd July night attended to and serves us well. Kudos to him as I did not able to get his name. Thank you.
Mount Fuji Tour

Sapporo’s Secret Onsen Sanctuary Marukoma Onsen Ryokan

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What to know about Lake Shikotsu

Nestled within the breathtaking Shikotsu-Toya National Park in the heart of Hokkaido, Lake Shikotsu is a mesmerizing caldera lake that captivates visitors with its pristine waters and enchanting natural beauty. Just a short drive, approximately 50km south-southwest of Sapporo City, this serene destination offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Renowned for hosting the annual Chitose and Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival, the lake transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland, making it a magical event that draws tourists from all over. Whether you're a nature lover or an adventure seeker, Lake Shikotsu promises unforgettable experiences amidst stunning landscapes, making it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring Hokkaido.
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose City, Hokkaido, Japan

Remarkable Landmarks and Must-Visit Sights

Chitose and Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival

Step into a winter wonderland at the Chitose and Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival, where the magic of ice and snow comes alive! From February 1st to 24th, 2025, marvel at the breathtaking ice sculptures carved from the pristine waters of Lake Shikotsu. Whether you're gliding down ice slides, trying your hand at boot skating, or enjoying a scenic horse ride, this festival promises an unforgettable experience in a truly enchanting setting.

Hot Springs

After a day of icy adventures, there's no better way to thaw out and relax than in the soothing embrace of the nearby hot springs. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the hot spring town, these natural baths offer a tranquil retreat where you can unwind and rejuvenate, surrounded by the serene beauty of nature.

Bifue Campground

For those who love the great outdoors, Bifue Campground is a dream come true. Located on the western shores of Lake Shikotsu, this campground offers breathtaking views of Mt. Eniwa, Mt. Fuppushi, and Mt. Tarumae. With modern amenities like hot showers and a basic shop, it's the perfect spot to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of a well-equipped campsite.

Cultural Significance

Lake Shikotsu is a breathtaking natural wonder that also holds cultural importance. The annual ice festival here is a vibrant celebration of winter's beauty, showcasing the local community's incredible creativity and craftsmanship. It's a must-see event that brings the icy landscape to life with stunning sculptures and festive activities.

Cultural and Historical Significance

Nestled within the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Lake Shikotsu is steeped in both natural and cultural heritage. As a caldera lake, its geological formation is fascinating, and the surrounding mountains and lush forests offer a window into the area's rich natural history. Exploring this region is like stepping back in time to witness the earth's ancient beauty.

Local Cuisine

A visit to Lake Shikotsu is incomplete without indulging in its local culinary delights. From fresh seafood to traditional Japanese dishes, the flavors here are a treat for the senses. Don't miss the Mizu-no-Uta buffet, where you can savor a diverse array of dishes that highlight the region's culinary expertise. It's a feast that promises to delight every palate.

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