15 Best Full-Day Tours near Showa-shinzan

Showa-shinzan stands right next to the Mt Usu ropeway, so a day here usually includes the ride up for a look over Lake Toya. The bear ranch at the base is the other regular stop.

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

See Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Hell Valley and Hokkaido’s volcanic scenery on a guided day trip from Sapporo, with winter options and extra costs to plan for.

★ 4.8

“The tour guide was excellent, and the accompanying photographer was superb!”

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

See Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya and Hokkaido’s volcanic sights on a guided Sapporo day trip, with seasonal routes and optional Mt. Usu ropeway.

★ 4.8

“A good day trip for those who doesnt drive. Covered many locations that are not possible to travel without driving. Tour guide Oscar was fabulous, funny and helpful. He speaks English, Mandarin and Japanese very fluently.”

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5.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Must-Visit One-Day Tour | Lake Toya Observation Deck & Lake Toya Onsen Pier & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Noboribetsu Hell Valley One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

Review of a Sapporo day tour to Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan and Noboribetsu Hell Valley, with seasonal stops, costs and practical tips.

★ 4.8

“This itinerary is solid; it is not luxurious by any means but it's a good value for money if you prioritize seeing many places quickly in one day. I wish the guide gave a background/history of the places (and what to see within each area)…”

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6.Hokkaido Lake Toya Fireworks Festival, Lake Shikotsu & Bear Ranch & Observation Deck Day Tour (boat cruise optional)

See Lake Shikotsu, Showa Shinzan and Lake Toya on a Sapporo day tour, ending with lakeside time and seasonal fireworks.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide, Ella, was very professional in her explanations and helped us purchase tickets. Her time management was excellent, allowing us to visit sites efficiently. I give her five stars. My main concern was that the mini-bus drove extremely fast. It was the fastest…”

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8.Hokkaido | Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Showa-shinzan & Lake Hill Farm Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo

Spend a long Hokkaido day among Mount Yotei, Lake Toya, a dairy farm, hot springs, and summer fireworks, with Sapporo bus transport.

★ 4.7

“The tour guide was professional and thoughtful, making the trip relaxing and enjoyable. The Lake Toya fireworks were incredibly spectacular, a must-see when cruising the lake.”

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9.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Tour | Kyogoku Fuki-dashi Park, Lake Toya (Optional Snowmobile in Winter), Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Departing from Sapporo

See Lake Toya, Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch and Noboribetsu Hell Valley on a Sapporo day tour, with an optional winter snowmobile ride.

★ 4.8

“The tour guide is beautiful, conversational, and has an excellent service attitude!”

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10.Romantic Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Trip | Lake Toya Observatory (optional snowmobiling in winter) + Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch + Lake Hill Farm + Noboribetsu Hell Valley (Departing from Sapporo)

Review this Sapporo day trip to Lake Toya, Lake Hill Farm, Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch and Noboribetsu Hell Valley, with winter snowmobiling optional.

★ 4.7

“The tour guide was enthusiastic and professional, and the attractions on the itinerary were also great. Highly recommended!”

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12.Noboribetsu Lake Toya and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour

Captivate your senses with a full-day exploration of Hokkaido's natural wonders, from the volcanic landscapes of Lake Toya to the charming canals of Otaru.

★ 4.5

“Rii was a great guide and knowledgeable about the tour, giving us pointers on where to go. The day was snowy but still we enjoyed the trip. Trip started and ended on time. I would recommend for other travellers.”

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13.Classic one-day tour of Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch, and Otaru | Departure from Sapporo

See Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch and Otaru in one long day from Sapporo, with round-trip transport and a guide.

★ 4.7

“Our tour guide, Jay, provided very detailed explanations for each attraction and took excellent care of every group member. This tour is highly recommended! 👍”

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

See Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, Showa-Shinzan and more on a long day tour from Sapporo, with seasonal fireworks and ice festival options.

★ 4.9

“Fantastic experience with our tour guide hikaru . I strongly recommend booking this package for a enjoyable and pleasant tour around Hokkaido!”

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15.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Selected Day Tour: Lake Toya, Jigokudani, Showa-shinzan, Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)

Compare Hokkaido’s Lake Toya, bear ranch and Noboribetsu Hell Valley on a guided day trip from Sapporo, with winter snowmobiling and ice-festival options.

★ 4.7

“The Sapporo tour was a very enjoyable and well-organized experience, offering a great balance of sightseeing and comfort throughout the day. The itinerary covered key attractions efficiently, allowing plenty of time to take in the scenery without feeling rushed. Everything ran on schedule, which made…”

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