15 Best Asahiyama Zoo Tours

Asahiyama Zoo keeps short hours in winter, closing mid-afternoon, so tours from Sapporo aim to arrive by late morning. It also shuts for a few weeks in spring and autumn between seasons, so check the dates before you book.

1.Asahiyama Zoo & Biei Blue Pond & Shirogane Falls or Farm Tomita Day Trip (Departing from Sapporo, Hokkaido, includes original souvenir)

Visit Asahiyama Zoo, Biei’s Blue Pond and seasonal Hokkaido sights on a 10.5-hour Sapporo day trip, with transport and a souvenir included.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“meetup right under sapporo tower was seamless - the company is very organized and had assigned groups and seating for everyone upon check-in. our tour guide vivi was wonderful, she speaks 3 languages Japanese, Chinese, and English. great atttitude and very helpful! the tour itself…”

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2.Hokkaido One-Day Tour | Shikisai no Oka & Farm Tomita & Asahiyama Zoo & Ningle Terrace | Depart from Sapporo

Compare Hokkaido’s seasonal Biei and Furano day tour from Sapporo, with flower fields, Blue Pond or winter snow, and practical booking tips.

★ 4.8

“we had a great time during the trip, our tour guide Eric was very informative about all the destination and was able to speak english and chinese to accomodate all the people in the group”

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4.Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Shikisai-no-Oka & Biei Christmas Tree & Ningle Terrace Day Trip: Departing from Sapporo (Winter option: Snowmobile)

Review this Sapporo day trip to Asahiyama Zoo, Biei’s winter sights, Shikisai-no-Oka and Ningle Terrace, with an optional snowmobile ride.

★ 4.6

“The tour was good it could be better if we experienced snowfall, the last part of the tour was a little short. however our tour guide Lucy was amazing and very professional. she made sure we knew something about Hokkaido.”

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6.Hokkaido Popular Photo Spot Day Trip: Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Shirogane Blue Pond, Instagram-Famous Tree, Shirasu Waterfall, Forest Elf Terrace (Departing from Sapporo, Multi-language Options Available)

Review this 11-hour Hokkaido day tour from Sapporo, with practical details on its winter photo stops, guides, timing, comfort, and value.

★ 4.5

“It was a nice trip for us, but we went when it was cloudy and rainy, so some of the scenic spots weren't seen at their best.”

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7.Chinese & English Guide: Hokkaido Popular Day Trip | Asahiyama Zoo & Biei Internet-Famous Trees & Shirasu Waterfall & Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace (Sapporo Departure)

See Asahiyama Zoo, Biei’s blue pond and waterfalls, and Furano’s Ningle Terrace on a long, convenient Hokkaido day trip from Sapporo.

★ 4.5

“Five-star review for tour guide Xiao Zhou! In addition to guiding us, he also recommends great restaurants and even helps with reservations. Super awesome! 👍”

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9.Hokkaido Winter Hot Spots | Asahiyama Zoo, Shirohige Waterfall, Shirogane Blue Pond, Biei Christmas Tree One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

See Asahiyama Zoo, Biei’s Christmas Tree, Shirahige Waterfall, and Blue Pond on a long winter day trip from Sapporo.

★ 4.7

“Our tour guide, James, was very lively and enthusiastic. He would introduce the attractions before we arrived, but sometimes he started a bit too early. He often talked continuously for 25-30 minutes while we were still on the way, so we didn't get much rest…”

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11.Sapporo:Asahiyama Zoo,Shirahige Waterfall&Blue Pond Day Trip

Discover Hokkaido’s highlights on a full-day trip from Sapporo, featuring Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Waterfall, and Blue Pond with expert guides and stunning scenery.

★ 4.4

“Mr Hong is friendly and knowledgeable about the tour places. We especially enjoyed the zoo and waterfall. Unfortunately, the itinerary to the Terrace was replaced with the sake brewery. And the blue pond was frozen so it’s not as blue as the itinerary’s description/photos. But…”

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12.Asahiyama Zoo Penguin Walk & Forest Elf Terrace Night Tour

See Asahiyama Zoo’s winter penguin walk and Ningle Terrace by night, with guided transport, snowy scenery, and a schedule shaped by weather.

★ 4.8

“Amazing tour with Brian - funny, knowledgeable, and very engaging. The later start made the whole trip more relaxed and enjoyable, giving us plenty of time for photos and sightseeing. Ending at Ningle Terrace at night was absolutely magical. Highly recommended for those who prefer…”

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13.Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, Ningle Terrace (from Sapporo)

Discover the enchanting wonders of Sapporo's hidden gems: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, and Ningle Terrace. Unleash your wanderlust now!

★ 5.0

“The driver assigned to us was very polite, professional and very skilled driving in the slippery ice. We loved the scenic tour of hokkaido.Would definitely recommend to anyone with family and small children. Really heartfelt thanks to him.”

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14.Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo Day Trip | Penguin Walk-Biei Blue Pond-Ningle Terrace | Multiple Routes Available | Depart from Sapporo

Compare Hokkaido day-tour routes from Sapporo, from Biei’s Blue Pond and Furano’s flower fields to winter zoo and illumination options.

★ 5.0

“Hong is a fantastic guide! Very knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. The tour covers a lot of beautiful scenery in between the stops as well”

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4.2Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo Four Seasons Story: Blue Pond, Shirasu Waterfall, Shikisai no Oka, Forest Elf Terrace One-Day Tour10.5 hours$47.35 4.8Asahiyama Zoo & Furano Biei Blue Pond Tour10.5 hours$82.09 4.7From Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Waterfall & Blue Pond Tour1 day$58 5.0Sapporo Winter : Asahiyama Zoo (Penguin Fun & Snowmobile)9 hours - 1 day$58 4.7Hokkaido: Asahiyama Zoo Biei Ningle Terrace Day Tour10 hours$87 4.8Hokkaido Popular Influencer Check-in Route | Asahiyama Zoo & Influencer Tree & Shirogane Blue Pond & Shirahige Waterfall & Elf Terrace One-Day Tour$47.40 4.7Hokkaido 1-Day Highlights Tour: Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond, Ningle Terrace (Departing from Sapporo – optional winter snowmobiling – multiple routes available)$41.49 4.0Asahiyama Zoo & Frozen Ice Sea Sunset Cruise Day Trip from Sapporo$213.65 4.6(Departing from Sapporo, Hokkaido, choose 1 of 2 routes) Shikisai no Oka + Farm Tomita OR Asahiyama Zoo + Shirogane Blue Pond 1-Day Tour$47.45 4.8Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Biei One Day Tour | Chinese/English Bilingual Tour Guide + Optional Small Group + Optional Hotel Pick-up$47.40 4.4Classic Hokkaido One-Day Tour: Asahiyama Zoo & Ken & Mary Tree & Shirahige Waterfall & Biei Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace$56.89 4.8Hokkaido Winter Full-Day Tour | Penguin Walk, Platinum Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, Forest Elf Terrace | Departure from Sapporo, Chinese and English Tour Guide$49.79 4.4Hokkaido: Asahiyama Zoo + Shirogane Blue Pond – Summer Limited Furano Flower Fields Day Tour$53.75 4.0Sapporo Asahiyama Zoo & Garinko III Icebreaker Cruise$188.39 4.3Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo+Ningle Terrace+Biei Farm Snow Play1 day$58 4.5Hokkaido Winter Exclusive: Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Internet-Famous Christmas Tree & Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace One-Day Tour | Depart from Sapporo$56.79 4.8Penguin Fun & Snowmobile : Sapporo Winter (Asahiyama Zoo)9 hours - 1 day$58 4.1Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Forest Elf Terrace Day Trip$68.19 4.4Hokkaido Winter Limited: Asahiyama Zoo & Shirogane Blue Pond & Shirasu Waterfall & Shikisai-no-Oka (Optional Snowmobile Experience) & Forest Elf Terrace Day Tour$50.49 4.3Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo and Shirahige Falls Trip /w Pickup10 hours$49 4.7Hokkaido Asahikawa Furano Seasonal One-Day Tour: Shikisai-no-Oka Flower Viewing/Winter Asahiyama Zoo/Biei Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace Illumination$51.25 5.0Hokkaido Day Tour From Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Blue Pond Japan$105.99 4.7Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo, Snow Activity, & Ningle Terrace Tour10 hours$97 4.9EN/CN | Kurodake Ropeway, Asahiyama Zoo, with Ramen 1D Bus | Hokkaido$75.05