[Asahikawa Station IN → Sounkyo Onsen OUT / Day Trip] Savor Asahikawa's Sweets, Ramen, and Craftsmanship Culture! A Trip to Experience Sounkyo Onsen's Winter Event｜Sample Itineraries｜HOKKAIDO LOVE! -Hokkaido Official Tourism Site

[Asahikawa Station IN → Sounkyo Onsen OUT / Day Trip] Savor Asahikawa's Sweets, Ramen, and Craftsmanship Culture! A Trip to Experience Sounkyo Onsen's Winter Event

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Winter

Days required: 5 hours [Day trip]

Main methods of transportation: Bus, taxi

Asahikawa City, known as the city of rivers and bridges, has over 130 rivers, including the Ishikari River, and is said to have more than 750 bridges spanning these rivers. The abundant water not only serves as a source for agriculture but also creates beautiful landscapes.

Enjoy sweets in the city of Asahikawa, experience traditional craftsmanship, and then take a bus trip to Sounkyo Onsen! At night, immerse yourself in the breathtaking ice world of the 'Sounkyo Ice Fall Festival,' one of the top winter events in Hokkaido.

* The spots and experience menus introduced in the course are subject to change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
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Start

Day1

About 10 minutes by taxi from JR Asahikawa Station

Tsuboya Sohonten Kibana no Mori

Enjoy the essence of Asahikawa with a factory tour of the northern confectionery 'Kibana' and a visit to the café overlooking the garden!

The café, fittingly designed with a woody theme, reflects Asahikawa's reputation as a woodworking town. It boasts a variety of sweets crafted by skilled patissiers. Among them, the silk soft-serve ice cream made with silk powder is a must-try delicacy! The site also includes a confectionery workshop, a craft specialty store, and a preserved flower shop.

Address: 旭川市南6条通19丁目
Telephone Number: 0166-39-1600
Open: 9:30-19:00

Official site (Japanese)

About 10 minutes by taxi

Kondo Dyeing Factory

Founded in 1898, this long-established dyeing factory produces noren (traditional shop curtains) and large fishing flags for famous restaurants.

This is one of the few specialized dyeing factories in Japan that continues to uphold the traditional 'Hakebiki' hand-dyeing technique, where each brushstroke is applied by hand. Skilled artisans create each product, such as furoshiki (wrapping cloths) and tenugui (hand towels), by hand. Products featuring motifs of 'Hokkaido' and 'Asahikawa' are popular among those in the know as sophisticated souvenirs.

Address: 旭川市1条通3丁目右1号
Telephone Number: 0166-22-2255

Official site (Japanese)

About 15 minutes on foot

Ramenya Tenkin

A bowl perfected in Asahikawa, a fiercely competitive ramen district.

Asahikawa ramen is known for its curly noodles that easily soak up the rich, pork bone-based broth. Since its founding in 1952, this ramen shop has upheld tradition and remained beloved by the local community. Enjoy a bowl that tastes even better in the cold winter!

Address: 旭川市4条通9丁目1704-31
Telephone Number: 0166-27-9525
Open: 11:00-20:30 (last order 20:00)
Closed: Tuesdays

Official site (Japanese)

About 10 minutes on foot

JR Asahikawa Station

The concept is 'Box of Light'! The fully glass exterior is its iconic feature.

Asahikawa Station features a woody interior, generously using locally sourced Tamo wood. In the summer, the 'Asahikawa Kitasaito Garden' on the south side of the station blooms with about 80,000 flowers

About 110 minutes by bus

[Accommodation] Sounkyo Hot Spring

A Hot Spring Retreat Surrounded by Majestic Canyon Views

Nestled within the vast Daisetsuzan National Park, Sounkyo Hot Spring is the largest hot spring resort in Northern Hokkaido, attracting about 2 million visitors annually. The area features a charming atmosphere reminiscent of Canadian mountain resorts, with hotels and guesthouses lining the streets.

What makes Sounkyo truly special is its breathtaking scenery that changes with the seasons. In spring, colorful flowers bloom across the valley; summer brings lush greenery; autumn paints the cliffs in vibrant reds and golds; and winter transforms waterfalls into stunning ice formations. This harmony of nature and soothing hot springs offers an unforgettable experience for every traveler.

Sounkyo also serves as a perfect base for exploring nearby attractions, such as the Kurodake Ropeway for panoramic views and the famous Asahiyama Zoo.

Ready to experience the best of Hokkaido travel? Plan your trip now and enjoy the beauty and relaxation of Sounkyo Hot Spring!