[Sapporo Station IN & OUT / Day Trip] Canoe Experience at Lake Shikotsu, Savoring Chip (Kokanee) Cuisine, and Playing with Alpacas and Sheep! A Weekend Refresh Trip｜Sample Itineraries｜HOKKAIDO LOVE! -Hokkaido Official Tourism Site

[Sapporo Station IN & OUT / Day Trip] Canoe Experience at Lake Shikotsu, Savoring Chip (Kokanee) Cuisine, and Playing with Alpacas and Sheep! A Weekend Refresh Trip

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Days required: About 11 hours [Day trip]

Main methods of transportation: Car

Just an hour's drive from Sapporo or New Chitose Airport, we introduce a day trip plan where you can fully enjoy nature and reset your mind and body around the nature-rich Lake Shikotsu area. Lake Shikotsu, formed by a volcanic eruption, is the northernmost unfrozen lake in Japan. The clear water of the lake, known for its transparency and quality, shines a blue hue called "Lake Shikotsu Blue" when illuminated by light. Why not spend a relaxing day at this easily accessible nature spot?

* 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

JR Sapporo Station

Departed from Sapporo in search of nature in the vicinity!

Depart from Sapporo at 8:00 am. Enjoy the drive away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will head for Lake Shikotsu via Route 453.

About 70 minutes by car

Shikotsu Guide House Canoa

Arrival at Lake Shikotsu! Canoeing on a beautiful lake

Let's enjoy the changing seasons of Lake Shikotsu's great nature by canoe. With its high transparency, Lake Shikotsu makes you feel like you're floating on air in the canoe!

The majestic nature and the sounds of wild birds will blow away your daily fatigue.

Address: 千歳市支笏湖温泉番外地
Telephone Number: 0123-25-2430

Official site (Japanese)

About 5 minutes on foot

"Chippu" dish (Lake Shikotsu Hot Spring Resort)

You can eat only here! "Lake Shikotsu Chippu (Kokanee salmon)"

The 'Lake Shikotsu Chippu (Kokanee salmon)' raised in Lake Shikotsu is a must-try gourmet when visiting Chitose. The salmon-pink flesh is free of any unpleasant odor, characterized by its umami and light fat. Sashimi and salt-grilled preparations are particularly recommended. You can enjoy various dishes at hotels and restaurants around Lake Shikotsu.

Chitose Tourist Association (Japanese)

About 50 minutes by car

Eco-rin Village

An Eco Experience for a Sustainable Future

Walk through vast green pastures, meet grazing sheep, and experience the natural cycle of life—Eco-rin Village is an eco-themed park where sustainability comes to life.

Eco-rin Village spans an impressive 150 hectares, most of it dedicated to farmland where up to 1,000 sheep graze freely. Guided by the vision of reducing environmental impact and contributing to a sustainable society, this community values deep connections with nature.

Over the years, Eco-rin Village has focused on safe food production, dairy farming, and growing flowers to decorate its restaurants. It also promotes eco-friendly practices such as recycling food waste and livestock manure into organic fertilizer and developing technologies to reduce CO₂ emissions. Today, visitors can enjoy hands-on programs like wool crafts and forest play, along with the park’s star attraction—the World’s Largest Tomato Tree in Tomato Forest. Its breathtaking scale is a must-see.

The on-site restaurant “Rakuda-ken” and the Welcome Center offer local cuisine and shopping experiences. Looking ahead, the west area will be transformed into a Nature Learning Field inspired by SDGs, introducing new spaces and programs to deepen environmental education. Eco-rin Village continues to evolve as a place where people can experience Hokkaido’s rich nature and take home new ideas and inspiration for living more sustainably in everyday life.

Address: 恵庭市牧場277-4
Telephone Number: 0123-34-7800（9:30-17:00）
Open: (Depends on the store)
Closed: (Depends on the store)

[A short detour] Recommended for those who have more time to spare!

Gelateria Gigi: A popular shop known for its exquisite gelato made from freshly squeezed raw milk from the farm. Among the offerings, "Mizumoto Farm's Delicious Milk" is the most popular. In addition to gelato, you can also enjoy crepes and authentic espresso.

Address: 恵庭市黄金南2-19-8
TEL: 0123-21-9915; https://www.facebook.com/gigieniwa/

Michi-no-Eki Hana Road Eniwa: The direct sales shop offers a wide variety of locally grown vegetables and has a well-stocked food corner. We also recommend the sweets and bread made with Eniwa's specialty, Ebisu pumpkin. On your way home, why not look for a snack that's perfect for satisfying a small hunger?

Address: 恵庭市南島松817-18
TEL: 0123-37-8787; https://hokkaido-michinoeki.jp/en/29207/