| Cost per night | Adults - ¥800 Elementary School Kids - ¥400 Dog - ¥200 Bungalows: ¥5000 - ¥8000 |
| Opening Hours | 13:00 - 17:00 : Check in 6:00 - 11: 00 : Check out Administrative building 7:30 - 20:00 Restaurant (mutton) 11:00 - 17:00 Shower 18:00 - 19:30 Deck opening from 18:00 - 19:30 |
| Open | April 27th - October 9th |
| Contact | 090-1302-1422 http://www.hoshioka.com/camprental.html |
| Notes | 20 Campsites 6 bungalows Parking available Bathroom & Shower on site All camp gear available for rental Wood available Dogs allowed |
| Location / Getting There | 25 minute drive from Furano station 〒071-0711 Hokkaido, Sorachi District, Nakafurano, Nakafurano Beberui |
Plenty of space
This large campground located in the gorgeous mountains of Furano is a fantastic spot to camp! Hoshinitenotodokuoka Camping Ground has everything you need, whether you are camping with the bare minimum, caravaning, or staying at one of the cozy bungalows on site. The grass fields on which to camp are well kept, with small stone fire pits at each site for use. Upon arriving, (parking is ¥200 per vehicle), choose your site and then pay at the main building on the grounds. The staff here are extremely friendly and happy to help with anything you require.
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Bungalows at the back
At this large administration building, the office will all have camping gear to buy and for hire, such as tents, tarps, gas burners, lights, sleeping bags ( detailed price list is at the end of this article). There are twenty campsites to choose from, and six large log bungalows that are available to stay at. Reservations can be made via phone or by email. If the reservation of a bungalow is cancelled within seven days, the full price must be payed. After setting up your tent, or settling into your cabin, sit down relax and enjoy the peace and stunning sunset and night views.
| 4 person bungalow with terrace | ¥8000 per night. 4 single beds |
| 4 person bungalow with loft | ¥7000 per night. 4 single beds. |
| 4 person bungalow with loft | ¥6500 per night. 1 Bunk bed & 2 futon beds. |
| 4 person bungalow | ¥6000 per night. 2 bunk beds. |
| 2 person bungalow with deck | ¥5000 per night. 2 single beds + futon set |
| Notes | No pets allowed inside. Shower & toilet not included. Bungalows have lighting and heating Kerosene is available ¥500 Cooking on BBQ out front only |
Stunning sunsets
Hoshinitenotodokuoka Camping Ground is located high in the hills, outside of the center of Furano. It is peaceful and quiet, and is famous for its beautiful sunsets, and more so for its spectacular 360 degree views of the starry skies! Those who enjoy photography, bring a tripod! There is no electricity on site, though large crates of firewood are for sale at ¥500. Rules require no fireworks, large parties or loud music after 21:00. In the morning you may be greeted by some woolly guests. The campsite has some sheep on site and come to graze in the morning (popular with the campers).
Near the camp ground
On the grounds of the campsite there is a rabbit hut, which is also popular with the kids. For ¥100, you can buy some food and feed them all (there are about 30 of the little animals). Apart from the rabbit hutch, there is jingisukan (mutton) restaurant that is open for lunch and an early dinner. So, what else is there to do around the Furano area? During the summer months, Furano is alive with flowers. Near the campsite there is also a river, which is only a 10 minute drive away. This river has rainbow trout and salmon so it’s a great fishing spot! It’s also great for swimming. And lastly, there is the “Fukiage Hot Spring Outdoor Bath”, which is about a 30 minutes drive from the campground. A popular natural mixed onsen, where you can wear swimwear if need be.
| Tent 4 - 6 people | ¥1800 |
| Tent 2 - 3 people | ¥1500 |
| Tent 1 person | ¥1000 |
| Tarp | ¥1500 |
| Lantern | ¥700 / ¥300 |
| Futon (for bungalows) | ¥500 |
| Kerosene stove Charcoal grilling stove | ¥500 |
| Dinnerware set | ¥400 |
| Sleeping bag | ¥300 / ¥100 |
| Table | ¥300 |
| Water tank | ¥200 |
| Chair | ¥200 |
| Cutting board | ¥200 |
| Blanket | ¥100 |
| Mosquito coils | ¥100 |
| Firestarter | ¥200 |
| Coal | ¥600 |
| Admission | Overnight - Adults - ¥800 Elementary School Kids - ¥500 Infants over 4 yrs - ¥300 Infants under 4 yrs - free *Just for the day it is ¥200 cheaper |
| Opening Hours | Administration : 9:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | "Early" October - April 27th (Winter)* |
| Contact | PH : 0123-25-2201 FAX : 0123-25-2202 |
| Notes | Car needed Free parking available Toilets & amenities on site Camping gear NOT available to rent BBQ equipment available to rent Wheelchair access *Closing date changes yearly. Date is NOT decided until just before end of season. |
| Location / Getting There | Lake Shikotsu (Shikotsu-ko) Take route 453 from Sapporo - turn right onto route 276. Take route 16 from Chitose and turn onto route 453. |
Hows the serenity
Morappu Campsite is located on the southern shores of Lake Shikotsu, which makes it a serene place to camp out under the stars and next to clear, calm waters. Getting to the campsite, you will need transport. It takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes from Sapporo and about an hour from Chitose by car. Simply get onto to route 453. Follow this road until you get to route 276. Turn right onto route 276 and follow this road for about 10 minutes, the campsite entrance is on the right. The entrance is on a a bend and can be missed so keep an eye out for the signs.
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Lots to do on the lake
There is plenty of space to camp along the shores though its best to get there early, especially in the peak season (mid August). Upon entering the site, there will be an administration building where you will need to pay to enter. If the building is closed you can still go in and pay the next day. There is parking for up to 150 cars. Once in, there are carts to help you move your gear to the lake shore.
The campsite is along the shore of pebbles of the lake, so something comfortable to sleep on, is advised. Extra equipment is NOT available to rent, ONLY basic BBQ equipment such as grill and coal. All other equipment must be supplied by yourself. Other facilities include toilets that are well kept, a restaurant during the day, vending machines, and the rental shop.
Choose your swan!
The deep waters are crystal clear and stay at a cold temperature all year round, perfect for cooling off in the summer. The waters are also popular for fishing, canoeing and paddle boarding. There are boats and swan paddle boats available to rent. To rent a boat it cost ¥1000 per hour, and fits up to 2 people. To rent swan paddle boats for 3 people, it costs ¥1500 for 30 minutes, and for 4 people it’s ¥2000 for 30 minutes. The lake is 78 square km so there is a lot space to roam!
| Admission | Adults - ¥410 Children - ¥80 Preschool - free Pensioners - ¥210 |
| Admission (groups of more than 20) | Adults - ¥290 Children - ¥50 Preschool - free Pensioners - ¥210 |
| Opening Hours | Spring 9:00 - 17:00 Summer 9:00 - 18:00 Autumn 9:00 - 17:00 Winter 9:00 - 16:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-592-3333 http://www.takinopark.com.e.bn.hp.transer.com/?go=kaienkikan |
| Notes | Car required to get there Buses available Wheelchair access |
| Location / Getting There | 〒005-0862 Hokkaidō, Sapporo-shi, Minami-ku, Takino, ２４７ Take Bus 106 from Sapporo station or Makomanai station |
Takino Suzuran park is a huge park that is a great place for families and nature lovers. It covers 395.7 hectares, with around 200 hectares are available to the public. There are 2 entrances, the East Gate entrance (higashi guchi), and the Central Gate entrance (chuo guchi). Parking is available and the bus stops are located here. There are 3 main areas that make up the park. There is the Country Garden Area, the Childrens Playground area, and the Forest Area. There is also a camping area and an observatory on the grounds.
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Country Garden Area
This area is famous for its flowers in the spring season. It has the visitors centre here and the country club building. Lockers, bathrooms, bus stop, and rest area is here. Its at the top of the park offering great views. A perfect spot to sit and get views down the hill of the flower pasture. Thousands upon thousands of lilacs are planted here and are truly beautiful in May. There is a path leading down through them to get great photos. The country club has a restaurant, a snack shop and shops selling local vegetables. The country club is home to the herb garden, rock garden, flower master retreat, and the observatory.
Children’s Playground (Kodomo no Tani)
This area is designed for the kids. It has a huge 6.8 hectare sloped lawn area. Kids can take giant red inflatable balls and roll them down the hill. There is a giant ants nest sculpture and tunnels that the kids can crawl through and play in. A cool stream is here, and kids can play and cool down in the summer. This place really captures the imagination with slides, tunnels, and trampolines for the kids to play on. There is a rest area for the parents, and toilets, and a coffee shop is available.
Forest Area (Mori no Sumikawa)
This heavily wooded area is a great place to walk around and take in the pine air. There are walkways that twist and turn through the forest. There is a timber swing for the kids, a woodland craft house, and a suspension bridge all through this area. This area leads to the waterfalls which are a main feature in this park. There are 4 main waterfalls that surround the park, Ashiribetsu Fall, Masumi Fall, Shiraho Fall, and Furo Fall.
| Summer Activities | |
| Camping | There are camping grounds at this park, with access to shower rooms and a laundromat. Cabins are also available to rent but you will need to call in advance. There is a small shop near the camping grounds selling alcohol, cold drinks, snacks, cold meat, frozen foods, toys, camping equipment, and fuel (charcoal, white gasoline, various gas cartridges) |
| Fishing | Rent a fishing pole and bait and try some trout and rainbow trout fishing. Cost is ¥850 for the hour and ¥100 for additional bait. |
| Cycling | Rent a bicycle to get around and see the whole park! There are bicycles for adults, children and tandem bicycles. Prices range from ¥100 for children to ¥310 for adults. A 2 person bicycle is ¥800. Rental is for 2 hours. For an extra 30 minutes the cost is ¥30 for children and ¥80 for adults. |
| Park Golf | Park golf is like mini golf. It involves hitting a billiard size ball around a short course with a wooden club. Fun for everyone! Clubs and balls are available for free from the Country Club |
| Cooking | There are 4 different spots around the park that have BBQ’s and areas to cook. These areas can accommodate 100, 300, and to 1000 people depending on the area. Water supplies, and sinks, log seating is available. |
| Winter Activities | |
| Sled Slope | This slope for tubing is the longest in the country! For kids and adults the straight course is 200 metres! There is a shorter 180 metre S shape course. There is also a kids sled corner. Tubes and sleds are FREE to rent! |
| Skiing & Snowboarding | This 250 metre length course is perfect for beginners at a 7 degree slope. The weekend lift tickets for adults are ¥150 per ride, ¥1030 for 4 hours, or ¥1540 for a day pass. Lift tickets for children are ¥100 per ride, ¥620 for 4 hours, ¥1030 for a day pass. Weekdays have cheaper day passes. ¥820 for adults and ¥510 for children. |
| Skiing Lessons | Skiing lessons are available but only in Japanese, and depending on the conditions. It is advised to call ahead. The cost is ¥200 per person (not including ticket passes). There is a morning class and an afternoon class. Applications for the morning class must be handed in by 10:15. Morning class is from 10:30 – 12:00. Afternoon class applications must be in by 13:45. The lesson goes from 14:00 – 15:30. Skiing gear is available from the Country Club |
| Snowshoeing | There are 3 courses available. 1st is the Forest area (Takino no Mori), a 30 minute to 2 hour trek through the woods. 2nd is the Kawagarasu Course, a 1 hour trek to see the Ashiribetsu Falls frozen over, or “ice falls”. The 3rd is the Akagera Course which is also a 1 hour course. This course is an up and down course which has views over the park. |
| Cross Country Skiing | 6 courses to choose from. You can rent the gear and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the park. There are 2 beginner courses, a 1 km and a 5km course. 2 intermediate courses, 3km and a 5km course. 2 advanced courses, a 10km and a 16km course. Ski rentals are available from the Country Club. |
| Ice Falls | Snowshoe or do cross country skiing to see these amazing waterfalls frozen over. To Ashiribetsu Fall, it is approximately 1.1km from Keiryu Guchi Parking lot. The waterfalls are frozen by the end of December. |
If you don’t have your own transport, there are buses available from Sapporo station and Makomanai station. It is also possible to use a taxi from Makomani station. The ride takes about 20 minutes via taxi. The bus time tables are as follows:
To
Takino Suzuran Park Cost
Times
From
Makomanai Station
Terminal 2 Bus 106
Adults ¥440
Children ¥220
Takes 31 min.8:45
9:45
10:45
11:45
12:45
13:45
14:45
15:50
From
Sapporo Station
Terminal 1 Bus 106
Adults ¥630
Children ¥320
Takes 61 min.9:15
12:15
From
Fukuzumi Station
Terminal 6 Bus 87
Adults ¥620
Children ¥310
Takes 44-50 min.10:20
11:20
12:40
13:42
14:30
| From Takino Suzuran Park | ||
| To Makomanai Station East Exit Bus 106 | Cost Adults ¥440 Children ¥220 Takes 31 min. | Times 9:33 10:33 11:33 12:28 13:28 14:28 15:28 16:33 |
| To Sapporo Station East Exit Bus 106 | Adults ¥440 Children ¥220 Takes 61 min. | 8:45 9:45 10:45 11:45 12:45 13:45 14:45 15:50 |
| To Fukuzumi Station East Exit Bus 87 | Adults ¥620 Children ¥310 Takes 44-50 min. | 12:17 13:37 14:42 15:37 16:42 |