Kappa Liner(かっぱライナー号):Non-stop Bus from Sapporo to Jozankei
2022.10.30
Onsen

Kappa Liner(かっぱライナー号):Non-stop Bus from Sapporo to Jozankei

About Kappaliner Kappa Liner is a direct bus for Jozankei from a city area of Sapporo which takes 60 minutes. You can also take rapid 7 (快速7)

Yukitoro(雪灯路)  in Jozankei Jinjya
2020.02.01
Event

Yukitoro(雪灯路) in Jozankei Jinjya

This is a Snow candle Event called 'Yuki Toro(雪灯路)' held at Jozankei Jinjya. 2,000 ice candles are lightning in the precinct of the shrine. This is th

How to get to Jozankei and Sapporo Station from Niseko Ski Area by bus?
2020.01.10
Transport

How to get to Jozankei and Sapporo Station from Niseko Ski Area by bus?

Chuo Bus operates a ski bus service from Sapporo to the Niseko Ski area. Here is their webpage, but unfortunately, it is only available in Japanese.

How to get a Direct Bus From Niseko to Jozankei and Sapporo
2019.12.14
Transport

How to get a Direct Bus From Niseko to Jozankei and Sapporo

Chuo Bus has a direct ski bus which operates from Sapporo to Niseko Ski area. Here is their web page, but unfortunately they only have a  Japanese pa

Autumn Leaves in Hoheikyo Dam 2019
2019.10.21
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Autumn Leaves in Hoheikyo Dam 2019

On October 20th, 2019, I visited Hoheikyo Dam near Jozankei in Sapporo. It was an exceptionally beautiful day with vibrant shades of red, orange, yell

Ainu Culture Promotion Center: Sapporo Pirka Kotan in Jozankei, Sapporo
2019.10.20
Ainu

Ainu Culture Promotion Center: Sapporo Pirka Kotan in Jozankei, Sapporo

The Ainu Culture Promotion Center, Sapporo Pirka Kotan (アイヌ文化センター サッポロピリカコタン), is a museum dedicated to understanding Ainu culture in Hokkaido. "Pirka

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: Wild Camping and Immersing in Nature
2019.10.02
Out Door

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village: Wild Camping and Immersing in Nature

Sapporo Jozankei Nature Village is situated in Houheikyo, south of Sapporo, within the renowned Jozankei Hot Spring resort area of Hokkaido. This y

KappaLiner(かっぱライナー号):Non-stop Bus from New Chitose Airport to Jozankei
2019.08.30
Transport

KappaLiner(かっぱライナー号):Non-stop Bus from New Chitose Airport to Jozankei

From New Chitose AirPort to Jozankei Onsen: 100 minutes Adult: 1,800 yen, Child: 900 yen Ticket: New Chitose Air Port Hokuto Kotsu Bus Information

Climbing Mt.Hakkenzan in Sapporo
2017.10.07
Wild Nature

Climbing Mt.Hakkenzan in Sapporo

Mt. Hakkenzan (八剣山), also known as Mt. Kan-non-iwa-yama (観音岩山), is a small mountain with a height of 498 meters located south of Sapporo, near Jozanke

Sapporo Pirika Kotan: Ainu Culture Promotion Center
2015.09.13
Museum

Sapporo Pirika Kotan: Ainu Culture Promotion Center

Sapporo Pirka Kotan, known as the Ainu Culture Promotion Center, showcases the essence of Ainu culture. The museum comprises two main facilities. O

350 Carp Streamers Gracefully Swimming in the Sky Above Jozankei Onsen
2015.05.04
Onsen

350 Carp Streamers Gracefully Swimming in the Sky Above Jozankei Onsen

You can witness both Koinobori (carp streamers) and cherry blossoms at the same time in Jozankei Onsen, a sight renowned for its uniqueness. While

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Area is thronged with skiers and snowboarders
2014.11.23
Ski&Snowboard

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Area is thronged with skiers and snowboarders

Sapporo Kokusai Ski Area opened on November 21, and today, on November 23, it was bustling with visitors, with parking areas nearly full. Despite the

Hoheikyo in Autumn, surrounded by Red, Yellow and Deep Green
2014.10.12
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Hoheikyo in Autumn, surrounded by Red, Yellow and Deep Green

Hoheikyo is full of life surrounded by Autumn colors. It is still warm in the city of Sapporo, but here, in Houheikyo, it's chilly because of stiff wi

Autumn Leaves in Jozankei Onsen, Hand-made Souvenirs and Cafe
2014.10.10
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Autumn Leaves in Jozankei Onsen, Hand-made Souvenirs and Cafe

[caption id="attachment_4158" align="alignnone" width="399"] Nishiki Bridge[/caption] It's time to see Autumn Leaves in Jozankei. Visiting to Jozan

Mt.Hakkenzan Area, Urban Winery Tour in Sapporo
2014.07.22
Wild Nature

Mt.Hakkenzan Area, Urban Winery Tour in Sapporo

Mt. Hakkenzan, also known as KanNon-IwaYama (観音岩山), is situated in the southern part of Sapporo. Despite its modest height of 498 meters, the mountain

Jozankei Gensen Koen Park, The Palace of Hot Spa in Sapporo
2014.07.21
Onsen

Jozankei Gensen Koen Park, The Palace of Hot Spa in Sapporo

In the central area of Jozankei, nestled along Road 230, there's a charming spot known as Jozankei Gensen Park. As you travel down the narrow road tow

Hoheikyo Dam: Autumn leaves, Jozankei in Sapporo
2014.07.20
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Hoheikyo Dam: Autumn leaves, Jozankei in Sapporo

Hoheikyo Dam, located in Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo, is one of the most renowned sightseeing spots in the city. Situated upstream of the Toyohira

Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort
2014.06.14
Ski&Snowboard

Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort

Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort (札幌国際スキー場) is located south of Sapporo, adjacent to the Jozankei area. If you're staying in Jozankei, you can enjoy a fu