| Cost per night | ¥ 5,400 Cabin (5 beds) ¥400 Tent per adult ¥200 Tent per child |
| Open | July 1st - August 31st |
| Check in times for lodges & cabins | Check in at 13:00 Check out at 10:00 |
| Contact | 0166-94-3415 |
| Notes | Summer campsite, 10 cabins, BBQ areas available, large campground, toilet facilities on site |
| Location / Getting There | 29 minute drive from Biei station, in Biei district in the mountains. Shirogane, Biei, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido 071-0235 |
Biei Shizennomura Camping Ground which translates to “Biei Nature Village Camping Ground” is a large camping ground which literally has ‘cabins in the woods’. If you are looking for a peace and quiet with some privacy, this place could be the spot for you! The camp ground has ten red wooden cabins, called ‘Kevin Cabins’. These cabins have two floors and have sleeping beds and bunks for up to five people. These cabins are near large covered BBQ areas that have seating and plenty of room to cook up a feast. These cabins are perfect for groups, families or for couples.
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If you are looking to camp, and set up a tent or caravan there is more than enough room. There are about eight different fields from which to choose. Each camping area has a toilet facility. The front office is run by friendly staff who are happy to help you with any needs you have. When staying at the Biei Shizennomura Camping Ground, you will receive discount tickets for a local onsen up the road. The grounds are very secluded and there are many insects buzzing around, but the night view of the stars are spectacular. In the surrounding areas there is the Blue Pond, and a large 400-hectare “Shirokane Model Farm” where you can get a panoramic view of the mountains of Wild Bird Forest, Mt. Tokachi, and Mt. Biei.
| Cost per night | ¥15,000 Lodge (40m²) power, water & toilet ¥10,000 Cabin (16m²) power & water ¥8,500 Bungalow A (9m²) power & water, deck, chairs ¥8,000 Bungalow B (9m²) power supply ¥6,000 Camper dedicated Power & water ¥5,000 Camp B1 Power supply ¥4,000 Camp B2 ¥700 Motorcycle |
| Open | All year |
| Check in times for lodges & cabins | Check in from 13:00 Checkout from 9:00 - 12:00 |
| Contact | 0142-75-3377 http://www.town.toyako.hokkaido.jp/tourism/outdoor_camp/odc001/#paragraph5286 |
| Notes | Lakeside campsite, Washing area, Toilets, Parking, Camping gear available to rent |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the west side of Lake Toya along the coast road 56 Tsukiura, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5723 |
Lake Toya has a nice coastal drive around it offering beautiful views over the water. There are many hotels to stay at in the onsen district. If you are looking for something out of town and a bit more rustic, then the Green Stay Lake Toya Campsite might be the perfect option for you. The campsite can be found along the main road around the lake, on the western side of Lake Toya. The campground caters to anyone from families, couples to solo bikers on a bike tour. They have lodges, cabins, and tent sites. The campground is enormous which is great fro anyone looking for a little privacy.
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The Green Stay Lake Toya Campsite’s main office can be found near the entrance and parking lot. It is here where you can pay for your stay. They have camping equipment to rent. You can get a tent, sleeping bag, lantern, table for four, camping stand, cooking gear, a BBQ stove, and gas. The price ranges from ¥2000 to ¥200 for your gear. At the main office you can also find benches, washing machines for use, plus maps & guide pamphlets on the activities that you can do around the lake. With plenty of space, well cared for cabins and lawns, this campground is the perfect spot for a little getaway!
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 20:00 Monday to Thursday 9:00 - 22:00 Friday & Saturday 9:00 - 19:00 Sundays & holidays |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | 011-221-5355 http://www.amegyo.com/shop/ |
| Notes | Fishing gear store, parking available |
| Location / Getting There | Located in central Sapporo, 4 minutes on foot from Sapporo Station 18 Exit (next to Bic Camera east exit) 2-5, North 5 East 1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo |
Really good gear. Get it?
The island of Hokkaido is a beautiful place that is famous for its food, ski fields and countryside. With its mountains, fields, sweeping valleys and flowing rivers there are plenty of outdoor activities that one can do. Fishing is a popular recreational activity in Hokkaido whether it be in the ocean, the lakes, or the many rivers that can be found here. The American Fishing Gear store is one of many fishing supply stores throughout Hokkaido. Located in Sapporo, American Fishing Gear is an impressive two story store that has everything you could possibly need for fishing, whether you are an amateur starting out, or an old hand with a fishing reel.
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Huge amount of stock
The American Fishing Gear store is easily accessed being in central Sapporo. There is a parking lot on the premises too. The store is divided into two floors. On the first floor you can find sea fishing goods such as rods, small fishing boats, reels, sabiki bait catching rigs, and fishing wear. The second floor caters to freshwater water fishing, squid and rock fish fishing, trout and carp fishing, jigging, and mountain river fishing. You can also find waders, cooler boxes, nets and lures. There are plenty of firendly staff at hand to help you with any enquiries and can advise you on the best rods and lures to suit your needs.
| Admission | Free (¥200 donation is preferred) |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | Winter |
| Contact | 0166-95-2758 https://www.shikisainooka.jp// |
| Notes | Flower viewing, small shop, photography spot, parking, alpaca farm inside, buggy rentals available |
| Location / Getting There | It's a 12 minute drive from Biei station or a 30 minute drive from Furano train station 〒071-0473 Hokkaido, Kamikawa District, Biei, Shinsei, 第３ |
Beautiful
Shikisai no Oka (known as Shikisai Hill in English) is famous for its sweeping vistas and beautiful flower arrangements covering the hills on this huge expanse of land. Shikisai is open all year and is a great place to visit not only in the summer months but also during the winter. The flowers here are spectacular and a great place to get some photos. Throughout the year, there are different kinds of flowers that are in full bloom. In June, the poppies are out. In July (which is a great time to go), you can see nadeshiko, salvia, marigold, and stunning fields of sunflowers. September is best time for salvia and dahlia.
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Flowers in July
To get round the fifteen hectares of these panoramic gardens, there are walking paths, but there are other options. You can take the popular tractor bus ride around the fields at a cost of ¥300 for children and ¥500 for adults. Alternatively, you can drive yourself around with a buggy ¥500 per person, or a four person cart hire which costs ¥2000 per fifteen minutes. Shikisai no Oka is also open during the winter from early December to early April. Here you can go on a fun snowmobile ride or tour, plus you can rent out sleds, or tubes and enjoy the slopes! Finally, Shikisai no Oka is also home to an alpaca farm. For ¥500 you can go in and feed and meet the dozen alpacas that make their home here.
| Snowmobile rides | ¥1000 for 1km ride ¥5100 for 30 minute course |
| Snowmobile tour 5km (30 minutes) | ¥7200 |
| Snowmobile tour 10km (1 hour) | ¥18,000 one person ¥14,400 two people ¥12,000 three people |
| Snowmobile tour 20km (2 hours) | ¥30,000 one person ¥24,000 two people ¥21,600 three people |
| Snowmobile tour 30 - 40km (2.5 hours) | ¥42,000 one person ¥38,400 two people ¥33,600 three people |
| Cost per night | ¥5000 - ¥9800 per person (depending on plan) |
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Contact | 0142-75-4128 http://www7a.biglobe.ne.jp/~p-ohno/index.html |
| Restaurant | Yes |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Notes | Onsen available, lake views, credit card accepted Western style rooms with bath, toilet, TV, refrigerator and air conditioning. Parking available 30 cars |
| Location | Located in Toyako Onsen on the southern side of Lake Toya 56-2 Sobetsuonsen, Sobetsu, Usu District, Hokkaido 052-0103 |
Lake Views
Lake Toya is a beautiful area that is a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer, where you can really enjoy the water and the serenity of the lake. Pension Ohno is a large guest house that is open all year, where you can enjoy comfortable surroundings on the southern edge of the lake. The two story pension has seven twin rooms, and three triple rooms to accommodate up to twenty three guests. There is a nice restaurant on the premises that caters for forty people. Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 9:00 (though can be served later on request). Dinner is served from 18:00 to 20:00.
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Summer flowers in bloom
There is also Japanese style banquet hall which can be used for twenty people. During the warm summer months, for some outdoor feasting, there is a large BBQ area to use and enjoy. High-speed wireless LAN can be used free of charge in all guest rooms. After enjoy the sights and activities of the lake and the surrounding area, there is a relaxing onsen (hot spring bath) that can be used to dip and unwind. The best way to get to the pension is by rent a car. From Sapporo its a 2 hour drive over Nakayama pass along route 230. From Chitose Airport its a 1 hour and 40 minute drive via the Hokkaido Expressway. And from the Rusutsu Ski fields its about a 30 minute drive. Alternatively, you can take the Donan Bus from Sapporo station which takes 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| No meal plan | ¥5000 - ¥6000 |
| B&B plan | ¥5800 - ¥6800 Japanese breakfast (western style available on request) |
| Half board plan | ¥8300 - ¥9800 Breakfast plus a Japanese-Western dinner made with locally-grown ingredients. Customers using this plan are requested to arrive by 19:30 at the restaurant. |
| Admission | Free admission |
| Opening Hours | All day |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0142-75-2446 |
| Notes | Walking esplanade, foot spas, ferry point, photo spot, fireworks viewing point |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya, between the lake and the hotels 049-5721 Hokkaido, Abuta-gun, Toyako, Tōyakoonsen, Route 2 |
Nice walk along the path
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Perfect spot to take rest
As the path can take you on a long stroll, there is a place along the way to rest those weary feet. There is a small foot bath, the ‘Toron Foot Spa’ where you can take a seat, bathe your feet in the hot spring and take in the views of the lake. The footbath is free to use. It is also, along this road, you can take the ferry to the inner island of Lake Toya, known as ‘Nakanoshima’. The ferry makes the short journey across every thirty minutes. There is also a boat rental spot on the waters edge if you feel like exploring the lake a little further.
