Hokkaido Autumn Foliage Day Trip: Jozankei & Hoheikyo Dam & Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch & Mount Yotei Spring Water Park (Departing from Sapporo)

【Mount Yotei Spring Water Park】 Also affectionately known by locals as “Kyogoku Fukidashi Park,” it is a hidden gem of a small park at the foot of “Ezo Fuji” Mount Yotei. Not only does it boast sweet spring water, one of Japan’s Top 100 Famous Waters, but it’s also a beautiful spot with few people, perfect for taking stunning photos! 【Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch】 This is a unique attraction where you can observe and feed brown bears up close. It houses about 100 purebred Hokkaido brown bears. They are kept in several enclosed areas. The bears are very interactive, standing up, bowing, and waving when they see visitors. 【Lake Toya Observation Deck】 Suitable for all seasons, you can enjoy fresh greenery in spring, a clear blue lake in summer, the season of autumn leaves, and picturesque snowy scenery in winter. The observation deck provides an excellent place for visitors to relax, especially popular for its twilight and night views, attracting many tourists. 【Jozankei】 Strolling along the stream, the colorful autumn leaves dye the mountain scenery around the hot spring town with vibrant colors, with the view near Nishiki Bridge being particularly recommended. Around the hot spring town, there are continuous mountains, Sapporo Lake, Hoheikyo Gorge, and more, each offering breathtaking scenery! 【Hoheikyo Dam】 The Hoheikyo Dam, located near Jozankei Onsen, is filled with a strong “autumn vibe” in autumn, with mountains covered in layers of red, yellow, and orange! Surrounded by green water, the scenery is picturesque, making it one of the few leisure spots and a famous place for viewing autumn leaves! From the Hoheikyo Observation Deck, the fiery red maple trees, the majestic dam, and the yellow and red autumn leaves clinging to the steep mountain walls form a natural masterpiece, allowing you to easily take photos like scenic postcards!