Jozankei is a hot-spring town in a forested gorge about an hour from central Sapporo, with kappa statues along the river and a red suspension bridge everyone photographs. It’s often packaged with the Hill of the Buddha, which is on the way.
Explore Sapporo, Jozankei, the Hill of the Buddha and more on a value-minded day tour with multilingual guides and scenic stops.
Most Popular★ 4.7“The tour guide and the driver were exceptionally competent and perfect.”
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778 reviewsFrom $38.85
Compare Hokkaido’s autumn valleys, Lake Toya and Showa Shinzan on a Sapporo day tour, with practical tips on timing, weather and value.
★ 4.7“Hanna, the guide for me today, was very informative and attentive. Everything's on time, credit to others in our group as well. Even it's not the full red autumn, nothing disappointed me today. If you're interested to join this tour, don't hesitate, it's really worth…”
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204 reviewsFrom $72.20
See Hokkaido’s volcanic valleys, Lake Toya and seasonal sights on a full-day Sapporo bus tour, with optional snowmobiling, ropeway and bear ranch visits.
★ 4.8“This was my first trip to Hokkaido, and I wanted to see everything, so I joined three local tours. The tour bus for this particular trip was the largest, most spacious, and most comfortable. The attractions were decent enough. As for the admission tickets, I…”
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118 reviews10 hoursFrom $44.20
See Jozankei, the Hill of the Buddha, Hokkaido Shrine, seafood markets, a chocolate park and beer museum on a nine-hour Sapporo day trip.
★ 4.8“Booking a day tour is incredibly convenient for those of us who love independent travel! We can visit remote locations in a single day, and our guide, Emmy, can communicate in three languages. Her explanations of the attractions were very clear, and she even helped…”
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89 reviews9 hoursFrom $53.69
Explore the stunning landscapes of Sapporo on a thrilling mountain bike tour! Unwind at Hoheikyo Onsen and indulge in a delicious lunch. Book your adventure now!
★ 4.5“Love the weather and the local Onsen experience. Jun picked us up in the hotel at 9AM and we hopped into his van to the mountain area for around 45 minutes. When we reached, he assembled the bikes and we got to try them first…”
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35 reviewsFrom $71.16by Giro 21
See Sapporo’s Great Buddha, autumn cosmos, countryside Genghis Khan barbecue, and Jozankei foliage on a guided full-day trip.
★ 4.9“Originally, we were going to see the autumn leaves, but it turned into a snow viewing trip. Some places were closed due to the weather, but the tour guide took us to other great spots. I loved this trip!”
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35 reviewsFrom $75.80
Visit Jozankei, Hoheikyo Dam, the Hill of the Buddha and Takino Park on a Sapporo day tour with lunch, scenic stops and practical advice.
★ 4.6“Excellent tour leader service and very well-organized itinerary.”
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32 reviewsFrom $80.90
Uncover the captivating cultural heritage of the Ainu people and the serene charm of Jozankei in this unforgettable full-day exploration of Hokkaido's hidden gems.
★ 5.0“Scott was an amazing guide and translator. We were able to really explore the Ainu Cultural Center! It was a great learning experience. I also enjoyed the foot bath! That was a great way to relax after exploring. A really great day in a beautiful…”
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25 reviewsFrom $167.36by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Explore Hokkaido's rich indigenous culture and natural beauty on this guided tour of the Ainu Cultural Center and Jozankei hot spring village, including a relaxing onsen experience.
★ 4.9“Great experience that showcases a wealth of artifacts and information regarding Hokkaido’s indigenous people—the Ainu. Jozankei was stunning to behold in the wintertime and the onsen experience (there is a foot bath option as well) is soothing and truly immerses you like a local. Scott…”
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25 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $170by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
Visit Hoheikyo Dam, Jozankei, Lake Shikotsu, and Yuni Garden on a full-day autumn tour from Sapporo, with transport and key admissions included.
★ 4.8“The itinerary was excellent, and the timing was just right. The scenery was beautiful.”
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24 reviewsFrom $54.20
Paddle a calm, shallow stretch of Jozankei’s Toyohira River on a guided one-hour canoe trip, with forest, mountain and seasonal foliage views.
★ 4.6“The trip was very interesting, truly beautiful, and the tour guide was very friendly. If you have time, come and see it, it's a rare experience.”
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24 reviewsFrom $52.15
Explore Sapporo’s best with this full-day tour—visit the Beer Museum, Buddha Hill, Jozankei Hot Springs, and more. Perfect for cultural and outdoor lovers.
★ 4.3“It was an amazing day, the stops didn’t feel too rushed and the sites were amazing! Definetly recommend! The lavender ice cream is a must try, very delicious!”
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23 reviews1 dayFrom $59by Japan Holiday Travel Co., Ltd.Sapporo Sales Office
Plan a private Hokkaido day from Sapporo, with flexible stops in Otaru or Jozankei and a driver, while keeping tolls and timing in mind.
★ 5.0“Guides were very open to changes and they also gave good restau recommendations:)”
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23 reviews8 hoursFrom $328.69
Visit Hoheikyo Dam, Jozankei and Lake Shikotsu on a relaxed Sapporo day trip, with nature stops, foot baths and practical advice.
★ 4.6“The itinerary was relaxed and totally effortless, the weather was great, and we even got to see a few early autumn leaves.”
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10 reviewsFrom $55.19
Pair Jozankei’s snowy river valley with Lake Shikotsu’s glowing ice festival on a small-group winter day trip from Sapporo.
★ 5.0“Amazing views & I had great time doing snow rafting and my husband enjoyed the scenery. However, drone images can be taken better since we have to purchase the images & videos for JPY 10,000.”
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10 reviewsFrom $94.59