| 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.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1200 - ¥2000 |
| Opening Hours | 11:00 - 19:00 |
| Closed | Mondays |
| Contact | 011-611-2121 http://www.biidama.jp/ |
| Notes | Cafe & Restaurant, seating 40, coffee & alcohol served, private rooms available, Japanese menu only (with pictures) |
| Location / Getting There | 5 minute walk from Maruyama Koen subway station. Near Maruyama class shopping centre. 26-chōme-2-36 Minami 2 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0062 |
Entrance
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The hamburg set
The food menu has quite a lot to choose from that especially suits for a brunch. There is french toast with fruit, eggs benedict, a butter chicken curry with toast, and a cheddar cheese & maple syrup french toast. Cafe Bidama have their own style of okonomiyaki (a popular pan-fried dish that consists of batter and cabbage). They have a shrimp & avocado type, and a prune type okonomiyaki. There are lunch sets as well including a hamburg set which comes with miso, salads, and rice. At cafe Bidama, you can pick up a magazine there, settle in to a nice chair and enjoy a lunch & coffee.
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 20:30 |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | - |
| Notes | Local wine & spirits store |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya, in the Toyako Onsen district 65 Tōyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Local wines for sale
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Plum wine
There are other souvenir spots to pick up a treat in town, such as Select 108, which also has local wines among other things. But there is something nice about getting down to the roots of a small town, finding not only locally produced wines, but also Japanese sake, and other locally produced spirits. The Tomiyama Wine Shop also sells plum wine, known as ‘Umeshu’, which is a delicious drink. It has a sweet and sour flavor with a fruity aroma and is worth a purchase. If you are looking for something with more of a heated bite, then the wine shop also has Japanese whiskeys, as well as overseas brands.
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 20:30 |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | 0142-75-2158 http://toyako-bokutou.com/ |
| Notes | Souvenir store and local goods store Tax free |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya, along the central street through Toyako Onsen district. 71 Toyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Wood craft goods
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The engraved Bokken
They also specialize in ‘Bokken’ which is a wooden Japanese sword. For thirty years, Tōyako Echigoya has had experienced skilled craftsmen engraving these swords in the shop. There are many different sizes to choose from. The prices of these swords range from ¥3000 to ¥20,000. Other items include confectionary, t-shirts, handbags, and Japanese style teapots and cooking items. Everyday products can also be found here. The second floor of the building has a sweets and toy cafe.
| Cost per night | ¥5000 - ¥19,000 per person (depending on plan) |
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Contact | 0142-75-2111 http://www.toyakanko.com/ for reservations |
| Restaurant | Yes & bar facilities |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Notes | Onsen available, souvenir shop, lake views karaoke room, games room, banquet hall, smoking & non smoking rooms, western & Japanese rooms Parking available |
| Location | Located in Toyako Onsen on the southern side of Lake Toya 33 Toyako Onsen, Toyako-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
The foyer area
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| Cooking-oriented plan | This plan focuses on seasonal cooking such as 'Seasonal Wagyu (Nagomi)' which changes the menu every 3 months between spring, summer, autumn and winter. |
| Cheap plan | This plan includes a set menu at the restaurant, plus a discount for the hot springs. A ¥1000 coupon is available for eating out on the town. |
| Plan with private bath | This plan is suitable for children and couples. This plan includes a private bath. You will need to reserve a time to use the bath via email or phone. Dinner is delivered in room. |
| Bedrock bathing plan | Dinner depends on room. This plan includes a private bedrock bath. Reservation time needed. |
| Plan with sightseeing ticket | This plan includes tickets for tourist facilities and sightseeing spots nearby. |
| Plan for couples | Dinner served in room. This plan is recommended for couples including private baths, cuisine. |
| Family plans | Dinner served in room. A popular plan for families. Reasonable price plus sightseeing ticket included. |
| Business trip or solo plan | Plans for business travelers and those traveling alone. Options include overnight breakfast and meal vouchers that allow you to eat in town. |
Foyer area
| Panoramic outdoor bath | 13:00 - 10:00 (all night) Enjoy the views in this outdoor hot spring |
| Cave bath | 13:00 - 23:00 Indoor hot spring shaped into a cave formation. Includes sauna with TV |
| Open air private hot spring | 13:00 - 24:30 ¥3000 for 50 minutes. Reservations only. get key from front desk before entering |
| Radium bedrock bath | 13:00 - 23:00 ¥1200 for 60 minutes. A bedrock bath does not use water, just lying on a floor with stones. Mixed for couples |
| Day trip bath for public | 7:00 - 10:00 (panoramic baths) ¥520 Adults ¥310 children 13:00 - 21:00 ¥720 Adults ¥410 children *Private baths and bedrock bath can be used though fees apply |
How to get to the hotel. Using JR train, from Sapporo station, take the Limited Express Hokuto/Super Hokuto (bound for Hakodate) and get off at Toya Station. It will take 1 hour and 50 minutes. From Chitose airport transfer at Minami Chitose Station and take the Limited Express Hokuto/Super Hokuto (bound for Hakodate), and get off at Toya Station. It takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. From JR Toya station take the Donan Bus (to Toyako Onsen). It takes approx. 25 minutes at ¥320, or it’s a 15 minute taxi ride.
The hotel does offer a shuttle service but need to contact them first.
By car, it is a 1 hour 50 minute drive on national route 230 from Sapporo. By bus, from Sapporo station take the Donan Bus (express) to Toyako Onsen via Nakayama Pass. The bus station is in front of Bic Camera at Sapporo station. The travel time is 2 hours and 40 minutes. One way is ¥2700, round trip will cost you ¥4790.
