Visited the Lake Shikotsu Ice museum Hyoto Festival Illumination at dusk. A fantastical space where pure white ice waves shimmered in vivid colors!!
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Lake Shikotsu Hyoto Festival Illumination 1Day Tour
The Highlight
〇Special Seasonal Tour: Experience the Magical Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival Join an exclusive winter-only tour to Hokkaido’s famous Ice Festival, featuring awe-inspiring ice sculptures crafted directly from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Shikotsu.
〇Fairy-Tale Illumination & Breathtaking Evening Views Arrive at dusk to witness the impressive ice art transformed by colorful, romantic night lights, creating a dreamlike winter wonderland under the clear night sky.
〇A Pure Hokkaido Winter Experience for the Senses Feel the crisp, sub-zero winter air and immerse yourself in the natural artistic beauty and magical night atmosphere of Hokkaido’s premier ice spectacle.
The Experience
【Lake Shikotsu】 A limited-time course operating in conjunction with the Shikotsuko Hyoto Festival, an ice festival held on the shores of Lake Shikotsu. The ice sculptures are crafted from the highly transparent waters of Lake Shikotsu. These colorful, illuminated ice artworks create a fantastical and mystical landscape.
※This course does not include admission to the Shikotsuko Hyoto Festival. Admission could be paid on-site. (¥1,000 per adult on weekdays / ¥3,000 per adult on weekends and holidays / Elementary school students and younger: Free)
【Sapporo TV Tower】 (Only for Tour & Sapporo TV Tower Ticket Plan ) Enjoy a stunning 360-degree view of Odori Park and the surrounding mountains. It’s the perfect spot for breathtaking photos, especially when the city lights sparkle at night. A must-visit landmark for the ultimate Sapporo panorama! ※Sapporo TV Tower is not included in the bus tour itinerary; please visit at your own convenience. Admission: Please present your voucher at the 3rd-floor reception desk. Validity: Your ticket is valid for 3 days starting from the day of your tour.
Images are for illustration purposes.
You can choose the final drop-off points from where written on the itinerary section. If you decide it, please let the guide know on the day. We do not accept the request from our site.
Information about tour Place of departure and destination: SAPPORO number of days of travel： Half-day means of transportation: BUS meals: No Minimum number of passengers to operate：1 Number of GUIDE：NONE (Japanese Assistant will attend)
Tour Operator Information Company Name: HOKKAIDO CHUO BUS CO., LTD. Address: 1-8-6 Ironai, Otaru, 047-8601 JAPAN Tel: 0570-200-600 Registration No.: No. 2-814 by Governor of Hokkaido Registered Travel Agency Membership:Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name:Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Hokkaido Team Address: 18th FL, Nissay Sapporo Bldg, 1-1 Kita 3 Jo Nishi 4 Chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido 060-0003 Japan Tel: +81- 11-798-5191 Opening hour :10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager ：Igarashi Yu *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below. General Passenger Collective Transport Terms and Conditions
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- Japanese
Itinerary
- 13:00Reception at the Chuo Bus Regular Sightseeing Bus Counter
- 13:20Depart from Sapporo Station Bus Terminal
- 14:08Wattsu PA （Break Time: 15min）
- 14:55・Roadside Rest Area Salmon Park Chitose ・Chitose Aquarium (Home of the Salmon) (Break & Shoppong：30 min)
- 16:00Lake Shikotsu Lakeside (Free time)【105 min】 *Illuminations of Hyoto Festival will begin at 16:30.
- Hyoto Festival Illumination
- 17:45Depart from Lake Shikotsu
- 18:45Wattsu PA (Break Time : 15 min)
- 19:35Sapporo Factory (drop off possible)
- 19:40Sapporo Clock Tower(drop off possible)
- 19:51Arrival to Sapporo Station
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at the designated location.
Purchase Notice
This tour is confirmed to run on all scheduled dates. It is guaranteed to run for even one person. ・Operation by Hokkaido Chuo Bus ・The length of stay at each tour site may change depending on the traffic conditions and the number of participants on the day. Also the arrival time may be delayed, so please allow enough time to transfer to other transportation after the tour. ・The tour may be canceled due to disasters or traffic restrictions. ・No Airport Stops: Please note that this tour does NOT stop at New Chitose Airport or Minami-Chitose Station.
Important Booking Information
To customers participating in the bus tour ・Please check the access from your hotel to the meeting place in advance. ・The bus departs on time. so please be careful not to be late for the meeting time. ・We recommend clothing that is suitable for outdoor activities different layers to adjust for changes in weather and temperature. ・Please do not have a loud conversation in the bus. ・Please refrain from drinking and eating in the bus. ・Please cooperate in taking out the trash.
Chitose Aquarium (Home of the Salmon)
Admission Fees: Adults: 800 JPY High School Students: 500 JPY Elementary & Junior High Students: 300 JPY Infants & Toddlers: Free Closed for Maintenance: January 30 and January 31
Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival ・Cold Weather & Safety Warning: Temperatures at the event venue are extremely low. Please dress warmly with proper winter clothing, warm footwear (snow boots), gloves, and hats. The ground inside the venue is very slippery—please walk with extreme caution. ・Facilities: There are no shops or rest areas inside the main event area. Restrooms are located near the entrance. Hours of Operation: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Illumination Hours: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM ・Sunset Times: Jan 30: 4:44 PM Feb 23: 5:16 PM
※Special Bus Pass Holder Discounts ・Hekisui (Lake Shikotsu Shore) Benefit: 50 JPY OFF soft-serve ice cream by presenting your bus ticket stub. Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Subject to change. Unscheduled closures may occur.)
・Souvenir Shop "memere" Benefit: 10% OFF merchandise by presenting your bus ticket stub (Some items excluded). Hours: Weekdays 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM / Weekends & Holidays 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Subject to change). Closed: Regularly closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with additional unscheduled closures possible.
Tips for Dining & Shopping: Most other shops in the Lake Shikotsu Onsen town close early (around 5:00 PM) on an irregular basis. We strongly recommend purchasing meals, snacks, or drinks immediately upon arrival at Lake Shikotsu or at the Wattsu Parking Area (PA).
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 8 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 10%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 1 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)
