Upon arrival, transfer from the airport to the hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day will be at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.

Overnight: Sapporo

Departure at 08:00. We will visit the most beautiful “Red Brick House”, “Sapporo Clock Tower”, “Odori Park” and “Jigokudani (Hell Valley), Noboribetsu”.

Former Hokkaido Government Office Building(Approximately 30 minutes) -The former Hokkaido Government Office Building, affectionately known as the "Red Brick House," features American architectural style. It was built in 1888 as the office for the Hokkaido Development Commissioner. Today, it has become a popular spot for tourists to visit.

Sapporo Clock Tower(Approximately 20 minutes visit) -This is a landmark building that every visitor to Sapporo inevitably photographs. It was originally the drill hall of the Sapporo Agricultural College, and inside the building, there are exhibits about the history of the clock tower and some clockwork mechanics. Atop the roof of the clock tower is a unique clock with four faces, designed in a quaint style. This white wooden building has a simple architectural style and, set against different seasonal backgrounds, presents a charming and distinctive appeal.

Odori Park(Approximately 30 minutes visit)-Centered around the TV Tower at its eastern end, Odori Park divides the city into east, south, west, and north. In addition to flower beds, fountains, and a whirl-shaped slide designed by the late Mr. Isamu Noguchi, a world-renowned sculptor, the park also features various facilities such as play pools, statues, and monuments for visitors to enjoy.

Jigokudani (Hell Valley), Noboribetsu(Approximately 60 minutes visit)- Located in Noboribetsu, Hokkaido, Japan, open all day. Jigokudani (Hell Valley) is a volcanic crater in Noboribetsu City, Hokkaido, near Lake Toya. It is a strange and eerie valley formed by melted rocks after a volcanic eruption.

Overnight: Onuma
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, departing at 8:00am, we will keep our exploration by visiting Goryokaku Park,Hakodate Morning Market, Motomachi Park, Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses,Instagram-famous Hachiman-zaka Slope, and the perfect night view area Hakodate Mount.

Goryokaku Park(Approximately 60 minutes visit) -Japan's first Western-style castle, built in 1864 in the shape of a pentagon. Four years after its completion, the "Battle of Hakodate" occurred during the Meiji Restoration period, marking the final resistance of supporters of the shogunate against the imperial army. Therefore, it holds significant importance in modern Japanese history.

Hakodate Morning Market(Approximately 90 minutes visit)-One of Hokkaido's bustling markets and a large seafood market with hundreds of shops. The lively market atmosphere starts from early morning until noon, filled with bustling crowds and merchants' calls echoing everywhere. Narrow aisles crowded with delivery trucks and shoppers add to its vibrant local flavor. Market stall owners are very hospitable, often inviting visitors to sample fresh seafood such as crab legs. Besides buying freshly caught squid, king crab, sea urchin, salmon, and other seafood, visitors can also indulge in freshly prepared seafood dishes at seafood restaurants.

Motomachi Park(Approximately 40 minutes visit) -The old city area preserves many historic buildings, including the former Hakodate Ward Public Hall, designated as a national important cultural property, the original British Consulate with a European-style tearoom, a church of the Hakodate Orthodox Church, and a branch temple of the Hokkaido Jodo Sect Temple, creating a unique atmosphere blending Japanese and Western cultures. The Trappistine Monastery is located halfway up a tranquil hillside, offering beautiful and peaceful surroundings, adding to Hakodate's beautiful scenery.

Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses(Approximately 30 minutes visit) -Well-preserved remnants of the prosperous maritime shipping era, one of Hakodate Bay's landmarks. The Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses continue to witness Hakodate's historical changes, leaving unforgettable memories for visitors.

Instagram-famous Hachiman-zaka Slope(Approximately 30 minutes visit) -Japan's most famous slope, with a straight path leading directly to the sea. The steep slope, complemented by a stunning view of the harbor in the distance, has become a must-visit spot in Hakodate. The Hachiman-zaka Slope is especially beautiful when lit up at night.

Hakodate Mount Night View(Approximately 60 minutes visit)-Resembling a reclining cow, Mount Hakodate is known as "Cow Lying Down Mountain." An 835-meter-long ropeway takes visitors to the summit at 332 meters above sea level. From the all-weather observation deck, visitors can overlook Hakodate Port and the city market, with views extending south to the Shimokita and Tsugaru Peninsulas. Hakodate's night view, alongside Hong Kong and Naples, is renowned as one of the "Three Major Night Views in the World," adorned with faint lights of fishing boats on the sea, truly a breathtaking spectacle.

Note***:It can be windy and cold at night on Mount Hakodate, so please remember to bring warm clothing and hats. In case the Hakodate Ropeway is undergoing annual maintenance, due to weather conditions, or other uncontrollable factors preventing ropeway use, alternative transportation will be arranged to reach the summit.

Overnight: Onuma/Hakodate
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, departure at 8:00am. We will start our exploration.

Showa Shinzan(Approximately 40 minutes visit) -Formed two years after a 1943 earthquake due to surface upheaval. Adjacent to it, Mount Usu is an active volcano with an elevation of 737 meters. Its eruption on March 31, 2000, created a smoking crater on the western foothills, enhancing the grandeur of Lake Toya's landscape.

Noboribetsu Bear Park(Approximately 60 minutes visit)- Home to about 160 purebred Hokkaido brown bears. The bears clap their hands to welcome visitors and can catch food thrown to them with one hand.

Lake Toya Hot Spring Foot Bath Experience(Approximately 30 minutes visit)- Lake Toya Hot Spring is Japan's third largest hot spring. Known for its abundant water, it derives its name from its location by Lake Toya. From here, one can enjoy distant views of Lake Toya and Mount Yotei, with captivating lake and mountain scenery. The hot spring water contains carbonate, sulfate, and chloride, with a temperature of 47.6°C, providing effective relief for conditions like neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, and frozen shoulder. In summer, Lake Toya blooms with flowers in vibrant green surroundings, offering sailing and motorboat activities. In winter, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, lively snow activities take place, showcasing Lake Toya's natural beauty.

Lake Toya Silo Observatory(Approximately 60 minutes visit) -The best spot for panoramic views of Lake Toya, offering vistas of Nakajima Island, Mount Yotei, Showa Shinzan, and Mount Usu, along with other natural landscapes surrounding Lake Toya. Facilities include dining options and souvenir shops.

Overnight: Dongye
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, departure at 8:00am. We will start our exploration.

Otaru Canal(Approximately 60 minutes visit) -Hokkaido's only and oldest canal, symbolizing Hokkaido's pioneering history and a testament to the wisdom and culture of the pioneers.

Kitaichi Glass Museum(Approximately 20 minutes visit)- Renowned for its glasswork, showcasing intricate painted glass art that attracts numerous tourists. Japan is famous for its glass craftsmanship, featuring original glass products as well as glass items from around the world such as lampshades and ornaments, each exuding a warm and elegant atmosphere. Don't miss the opportunity to freely browse and purchase various glass handicrafts here.

Music Box Museum Orgel Doh(Approximately 20 minutes visit) -Explore around 3,000 different types of music boxes and listen to their melodious tunes. Enjoy the collection of thousands of music boxes and clocks, each playing beautiful melodies.

Romantic Intersection (Crossroads)(Approximately 20 minutes visit)- A characteristic landmark of Otaru, lined with well-preserved European-style buildings dating back to the Meiji and Taisho eras. Despite years of exposure to sun and wind, these buildings still display a unique charm. Many visitors cannot resist taking out their cameras to capture memories of this incredibly fairy-tale-like place. It's an enchanting scene with antique European-style buildings on both sides, perfect for photography.

Special Reminder***: Otaru is one of Japan's ten most romantic cities. Experiencing Otaru covered in ice and snow during winter (late November to early March) is always magical. Many fell in love with Otaru through the film "Love Letter" directed by Shunji Iwai, where this small town is depicted under a blanket of white snow, resembling a fairy-tale world. The classic scene in the movie with the lines "How are you?" "I'm fine" remains unforgettable for many. Please note that the snowscape during winter may vary depending on real-time weather conditions.

Le Musee de H(Approximately 30 minutes visit) -The "Silver Bell Clock" refers to the silver clock outside the museum, originally named the "Pioneer's Clock." Its name comes from the glistening silver-white appearance when covered with winter snow. The building has two floors: the first floor sells Otaru souvenirs and food products, while the second floor houses a café. Enjoying afternoon tea at the Silver Bell Clock café is a special experience, as they offer a unique "takeaway utensils" package, allowing customers to take home their cup as a souvenir.

Farm Tomita Lavender Fields(Approximately 60 minutes visit)- Like a fairy-tale world where you might expect to find little dwarfs living in small wooden cottages. In fact, these cottages house various shops. The most beautiful time here is when dusk falls.

Overnight: Furano
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will begin our journey.

Asahikawa Zoo(Approximately 90 minutes visit)-Asahiyama Zoo is located in Asahikawa and is a famous zoo in Japan, known for its large-scale polar animal exhibits. Asahiyama Zoo is renowned for its unique animal behavior exhibitions. In the seal enclosure, you can observe spotted seals swimming vertically in large cylindrical tanks. At the polar bear exhibit, you can see polar bears wandering on land and exhibiting lively swimming in the water. In the penguin enclosure, you can watch penguins swim dynamically in the water as if flying 360 degrees, and in winter, you can see them taking walks in outdoor snowy areas.

Blue Pond(Approximately 40 minutes visit)- Blue Pond is a pond with a blue-green surface, surrounded by forests with dead larch tree trunks in the pond. This place is often referred to as "Japan's little Jiuzhaigou" by many tourists. Blue Pond was once photographed by National Geographic photographers, and the work was purchased by Apple Inc. and became one of the default desktop backgrounds for macOS.

Patchwork Road (approximately 30 minutes) - Patchwork Road is a small path through fields, surrounded by undulating hills. The land is cultivated with fields of wheat, buckwheat, potatoes, and various colored fields, resembling colorful patches when viewed from a distance.

Shiroi Koibito Park / Chocolate Factory (Approximately 60 minutes visit) -Shiroi Koibito Park is the production and exhibition site of Shiroi Koibito chocolate sandwich cookies and ice cream. It is also a European-style classical castle filled with British atmosphere.

Overnight: Sapporo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we conclude our delightful journey in Japan. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. End of service.