[2025 Sapporo Attraction] Travel Guide for Jozankei Onsen (Updated Jun)

There is a hot spring that will warm you up in the winter, about an hour by bus from Sapporo city. That place is "Jozankei". It is a place with many nice inns, but there are also day-trip bathing facilities. Day-trip bathing at each hotel is nice, but personally, I would like you to go to "Hoheikyo Onsen". The facility has a warm wooden atmosphere, and the open-air bath is spacious and the temperature is not too hot so you can stay in it for a long time. It is the last stop when heading to Jozankei by bus from Sapporo city, so you can get there without getting lost. If you visit Sapporo, I hope you will go a little further and visit this place. ~~~~~~Information~~~~~~~ 📍Jozankei (Hoheikyo Onsen) Address: 608-2 Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Access: 1 hour by bus from Sapporo city Opening hours: 10:00-22:30 Price: 1,000 yen Face towels and bath towels available *Charged ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Domestic travel journal

As a hot spring resort with a long history of more than 155 years, Jozankei Hot Spring has long been called Sapporo's Okuzashiki. And this Yorakusaan Hotel🏨 has always been a leader in the Jozankei hotel circle. There are a total of 102 guest rooms in Auraksoan. When you step into the room, you will feel the strong Japanese atmosphere. Japanese-style designs such as tea rooms and irori fires add a bit of tranquility to the hotel. The rooms are equipped with natural hot spring baths where you can take a bath. In addition, the hotel's large bath 🧖 is also one of the features. Hinoki wood bath, ceramic bath, hinoki bath and rock bath. You can experience four private baths with different styles. The hotel catering🍱 service is also very good. Seasonal delicacies using fresh local Hokkaido ingredients are carefully prepared, and the delicious seafood feast🍷

I visited Hoheikyo Onsen in Jozankei, Sapporo, Japan. Located in a quiet town along the upper reaches of the Toyohira River in southwestern Sapporo, it is one of the most famous hot springs in Hokkaido. I took the photo in the morning when there was no one around. There are two pools in total. ♨️ Hot spring features: A hot spring town surrounded by nature and full of Japanese style. The air in the forest 🌳, clean water, and the air is filled with floral and woody scents. The hot spring water comes from the volcanic rock layer 1,200 meters underground. It is colorless, transparent, and slightly salty. It is rich in minerals and is said to be effective for joint pain, neuralgia, etc. ♨️ Hot spring experience: Soaking in the hot spring, you can feel the warm spring water wrapping your whole body, and every pore is breathing. It is very refreshing and comfortable, and not cold at all. ♨️ Summary tips: Jozankei is definitely one of the most comfortable hot springs in Hokkaido. It is very healing to come here when you are tired. Here, you can feel the charm of nature, and your mind will be truly healed and relaxed. Even if you just soak in a hot spring foot bath, it is enough to satisfy you.

I have been living in Hokkaido for three years. From being afraid of traveling at the beginning to now being completely trouble-free, I have compiled some winter travel tips for you💯, suitable for friends who are traveling to Hokkaido for the first time. Suggestion 1️⃣. The most essential difference between Hokkaido and Harbin is actually the snow quality and experience. Hokkaido often snows heavily but the temperature is not cold. Unlike the Northeast where the temperature is tens of degrees below zero, it is bone-chilling, especially in the snow town in winter. It is really better to take a private bath in a hot spring hotel in Hokkaido♨️... Families who are afraid of the cold and traveling with children 🧑‍🍼 recommend going to Hokkaido to see the snow. Suggestion 2️⃣. The first stop for Hokkaido travel is Sapporo. You can stay wherever you go during the itinerary. It is not recommended to stay in Sapporo all the time. It is like if you come to Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai for a week, live in Shanghai, and travel between Shanghai, Suzhou, Wuxi, Changnanjing and Hangzhou Ningbo every day, half of it Time is wasted commuting. Suggestion 3️⃣: If you have a tight time schedule, it is recommended to go to one area at a time in Hokkaido. Otherwise, you will be too tired to play. If there is a heavy snow and JR is severely delayed, your subsequent itinerary will be disrupted. For the first time, I went to Hokkaido: Sapporo-Otaru-Noboribetsu-Jozankei and walked around. The second time I started walking was the East Dominan area. After all, Hokkaido is so beautiful that I believe you will not only come here once. Suggestion 4️⃣: Hokkaido is too big and too scattered. It is vast and sparsely populated and the transportation is not very convenient. If you want to have a comfortable time, it is recommended to charter a car. You can visit one city attraction per day. You are not tired. You can decide at any time which attraction you want to go. If you don’t want to have a driver, We will pick you up at the designated location, so you don’t have to worry about missing public transportation. It is highly recommended for those traveling with the whole family. Recommendation 5️⃣: The business hours of Japanese stores are generally from 10 am to 8-9 pm. Don’t get up too late. It almost gets dark after 4 o’clock in Hokkaido! Moreover, there is almost no room temperature water or hot water in Hokkaido. It is best to carry a thermos cup with you so that you can drink at any time. ✅Hokkaido city introduction 👉Sapporo: 2 days of shopping and shopping at drugstores 📍Recommended check-ins: Odori Park, Sapporo Clock Tower, Shiroi Koibito Factory, Hokkaido Shrine, Mount Moiwa night view, etc. 👉Otaru: 1-day round trip from Sapporo💌 📍Recommended route: Minami-Otaru Station-Music Box Museum-Otaru Canal-Funamizaka-Triangle Market-Tengu Mountain. 👉Biei & Furano: Arrange a 1-2 day tour to enrich the itinerary 📍Reference route: Sapporo-Asahikawa Zoo-Biei Christmas Tree🎄-Shirasuda Falls-Furano Forest Elf Terrace-Sapporo. 👉Abashiri·Kushiro: Arrange a 2-day tour📍Check in to the Abashiri Icebreaker and Abashiri Prison, take an icebreaker on the Sea of ​​Okhotsk🚢, and have a majestic icebreaking trip; Kushiro is the largest fishing port in Hokkaido, a must Eat charcoal grilled seafood🦞. 👉Noboribetsu: 1 day round trip to Sapporo or stay in a hot spring for one night♨ 📍Recommended hotels: Daiichi Taki Honkan/100-year-old Yuya Takinoya/Rutei Hanayu. 👉Hakodate: 1 day round trip to Sapporo or stay in a hot spring for one night ♨ A port city, eat all you can eat seafood and check out the million-dollar night view of Mt. Hakodate, you will really be shocked. # Hokkaido # Hokkaido travel #Japan chartered tour

Winter belongs to Hokkaido‼ A blanket of snow❄ blocks out all the distractions in the world and wraps up the cold and sharp edges of winter🉑Love 🤤Plump and delicious seafood, 🏮lively and dreamy festival lights, 🐧cute and adorable penguins... Even if I’m alone, I want to visit Hokkaido in winter🥰 · 🙋‍♀There is so much fun in Hokkaido in winter‼ ✔Soak in hot springs♨Jozankei, Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Sounkyo, Lake Akan... ✔Eat, eat, eat❗Sea urchin, three big crabs🦀Ishikari hot pot, ramen, cantaloupe🍈mutton and various dairy desserts ✔Wild 🐻Animals and plants: Asahikawa Zoo, Noboribetsu Bear Ranch, Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden ✔Ice and Snow Festival❄, snow sculptures, ice sculptures, ice lanterns, dog sledding, snowmobile rides... ✔Check in to movie and TV shooting locations🎥, Otaru Canal, Funamizaka, Music Box Museum, Notori Gorge... · 🚘Hokkaido winter 5-day tour itinerary ❄Day➊: Sapporo TV Tower→ Tanukikoji Shopping Street→ Hokkaido Shrine→ Shiroi Koibito Park ❄Day➋: Taisho Whistle Hall → Funamizaka → Otaru Canal → Mount Tengu ❄Day➌: Asahikawa Zoo→Lonely Tree→Shirasuda Falls→Forest Fairy Terrace ❄Day➍: Hell Valley → Noboribetsu Hot Spring Street → Bear Ranch → Earth Cape → Lake Toya ❄Day➎: Hakodate Morning Market→ Kanamori Red Brick Warehouse→ Yawatazaka→ Mount Hakodate · ⚠️Some tips: ‼ ️The wind in Hokkaido is very strong. Outdoors ☝Be sure to bring a hat/scarf/gloves/shoes, etc. and take measures to keep warm! ‼ ️Don’t get up too late. It starts to get dark here at 3/4 o’clock. Go out and play early! ‼ ️It is not recommended to take a taxi, it is very expensive! ‼ ️Carry a power bank with you 🔋Mobile phones are prone to power outages in cold weather and there are generally no mobile power supplies on the road ‼ ️JR trains are relatively slow and the waiting time is relatively long. Plan your route in advance and leave early! ‼ ️The wine shops here basically do not check in in advance. You can usually store your luggage at 3/4pm ‼ ️If you like delicious food, especially seafood🦞don’t miss Sapporo! Food paradise…

#spa #100 ways to travel Come to Jozankei to enjoy the red leaves and stay at Tsuruga Group's hot spring hotel #森之謌 . In addition to soaking in the hot springs, you can also enjoy #森SPA hydrotherapy and massage to relax your whole body. Mori SPA is a relaxing oasis in the forest. It has an open-air bath with birdsong and rustling leaves as the background, a brightly lit large bath, and a health and beauty salon suitable for women, making people feel like bathing in the forest. There is also an authentic Finnish-style sauna for a deeper relaxation experience. The spa uses Hokkaido's natural ingredients to soothe the body and mind. The treatments include facials, essential oil massages, men's polishes, and packages for day trippers. They even provide room service, so guests can easily enjoy a Thai massage in their rooms. After the SPA treatment, don’t forget to relax in the public rest area. Lying on the million-dollar chairs and listening to the million-dollar speakers is a real luxury. You can also go to Sen Bar for a cocktail and some romance. #HokkaidoSelf-driving #spa #Jingshankei Onsen #100TravelWays

| A Trip to Jozankei Onsen in Sapporo. 📍Location: Jozankei Onsen is located in the southwest of Sapporo, about 30 minutes' drive from the city. The transportation here is quite convenient. Buses are available from both the Sapporo Station South Exit Bus Terminal and the Minami-Hiragishi Station on the Namboku Line. 🌳Environment: Jozankei is really a place surrounded by nature, surrounded by mountains, and the air is so fresh that it seems to wash away the fatigue of the soul😌. The valley scenery here is beautiful, the river is clear, flowing in the mountains, making a crisp sound, as if playing a wonderful movement🎶. Walking along the valley, admiring the autumn leaves or winter snow, is simply an ultimate enjoyment. ♨️Hot Spring Experience: The hot spring water here comes from the volcanic rock layer 1,200 meters underground and is rich in various minerals. Soaking in the hot spring, you can feel the warm spring water wrapping your body, every pore is breathing freely, as if all the fatigue is dispelled at this moment😴. And the hot spring water has a good effect on fifty shoulders, bruises and other injuries, which is very suitable for relaxation and recuperation. 🌟Featured Attractions: - Shiraito Falls: A waterfall up to 20 meters high, with rapid water flow and majestic momentum. Standing under the waterfall, the splashing water brings a hint of coolness, forming a sharp contrast with the warm hot spring, which makes people can't help but sigh the magic of nature. - Red Leaf Valley: From October to November every year, it is a sea of red leaves😍. The red leaves all over the mountains are like burning flames, which are dazzling. Walking on the path of Red Leaf Valley, it seems to be in a beautiful picture, and the photos are super beautiful📷. - Kappa Statue and Kappa Pool: The symbol of Jozankei is "Kappa". There are more than 20 kappa statues in various poses on the hot spring street, which is very interesting😜. There is also a Kappa Pool. The Kappa Festival held in early August is very lively, and you can feel the unique cultural atmosphere of the local area. 🥢Food: There are many restaurants, teahouses, taverns, snacks and izakayas to choose from. You can taste various foods such as roast lamb, sashimi, cut noodles, rice bowls, buckwheat, etc.😋. There are also local steamed buns made with hot spring water and hot spring buns steamed with hot spring steam, which have a unique flavor🥣. 💕Whether you want to relax, or experience the beautiful scenery and food of Hokkaido, Jozankei Onsen in Sapporo is an excellent choice. Babies, come here to start a warm hot spring trip💞!

#ViewingMaple #100TravelWays Mid-to-late October in Hokkaido is the best time to enjoy the maple leaves. In addition to Nakajima Park, Hokkaido Shrine and Hokkaido University Ginkgo in downtown Sapporo, the suburban #丁山溪 is also highly recommended and closer to nature. The golden maple leaves in the mountains and valleys are completely different from the red leaves in the city. It is very suitable for planning a 2-day and 1-night self-driving itinerary. The recommendations are as follows: Day-1. Sapporo - Jozankei Onsen - Tsuruga Mori no Uta - Futami Suspension Bridge Light-up Day-2. Hoheikyo Dam-Asari Dam-Otaru Canal-Sapporo Traffic tips: 1. Renting a car and driving yourself is the most maneuverable. The drive from Sapporo to Jozankei takes about 40 minutes. On the way back, you can also walk to Otaru and then return to Sapporo. 2. Take the express bus from Sapporo Station South Exit No. 12 to Jozankei Station. The journey takes about 60 minutes. If you are departing from New Chitose Airport, the journey takes about 90 minutes. Must-see attractions: 1. #Futami Suspension Bridge The representative red suspension bridge of Jozankei is located between the Jozankei Valley. The red leaves of the valley on both sides are super beautiful to be photographed, with gold, red and green, and the color layers are quite rich. There are also lighting activities at night, similar to the sound and light interactive projection of teamLab, which makes the Futami Suspension Bridge and Jozankei very magical and charming. It can be said that there are different styles during the day and at night. 2. #Fengpingxia Dam The dam in the upper reaches of Jozankei is about 15-20 minutes’ drive away. It is also a well-known maple viewing spot in the local area. Without artificial carvings, the red leaves here are more beautiful. The magnificent dam discharge is quite worth seeing, and you can also take an electric car and a small cable car. 3. #Asato Dam When driving from Jozankei to Otaru, you will pass by Otaru Inland Lake and Asato Dam. The most special thing is that from the dam bridge you can take a 360-degree photo of the circular expressway and the red and yellow leaves all over the mountain. The beauty from this angle is so stunning that it is worth stopping. 4. #OtaruCanal This popular attraction needs no introduction. The Otaru Canal and the cultural and creative warehouses along the bank have always been a favorite spot for tourists. Although there are no maple leaves in the city, the canal still looks very exotic when photographed. You can also stroll around the shopping and pedestrian streets and find some food while you are there. Recommended restaurants: #丁山溪鹤雅休闲度假村温泉森之謌 , a well-known hot spring hotel group in Hokkaido, uses wood as a design element, giving travelers the feeling of bathing in the forest. The biggest selling points of Mori no Uta are the hot springs and food. The hot spring water is very smooth and warm, and your skin will be super smooth after soaking in it. The food is a buffet of banquet-level cuisine. In addition to all-you-can-eat seafood, even the desserts are so exquisite and beautiful that you can't stop eating! The basic room type for two people with one night and two meals is priced at about $10,000, which is a good value for money. There are also half-day tours with hot spring bathing and lunch. Must-eat food: #森自餐 The buffet restaurant of Senzhiu Hot Spring Hotel is very attentive to quality and taste, especially the seafood is quite abundant, scallops, sweet shrimps, sashimi, snow crab legs, salmon roe, delicious and sweet, love it! Even the desserts are made with great care, and their exquisiteness is in no way inferior to the cakes sold separately outside. Even if you don't stay at the hotel, you can still make a special trip here to eat. Highly recommended! # 牛かつ 小樽黒泽 A steak specialty store in downtown Otaru, offering local Shirao Wagyu beef. Coin-operated ordering allows you to choose the grade of beef and also opt for Wagyu croquettes as a side dish. For some reason, Japanese fried steak is so delicious. The fat marbling and tender beef really melts in your mouth. The grill pan can also adjust the doneness of the meat according to your own preferences. In short, you must come and try it when you come to Otaru. Shopping Guide: The shopping street of #定山溪温泉 is not big, but it is also suitable for strolling. The local area has created the Kappa legend, which can be said to be the Kappa as a mascot, and has derived many cute peripheral products and sculptures, where you can check in and take photos. Of course, the wine in the hot spring town is also highly recommended and you can have a sip. #小樽购物街 is more lively and fun to visit. There are a lot of handicrafts, such as glass and music boxes, which are quite famous. There are also many kinds of souvenirs, such as Otaru ramen and double cheese cake. People who love shopping should not feel tired after walking for a whole day. #Hokkaido self-driving #Hokkaido maple viewing #Dingshanke maple viewing #Viewing maple #100 ways to travel #Dingshanke hot springs #Hokkaido travel

#100WaysOfTravel Day 1: Arrive Sapporo. Take the local subway to Miyanosawa station and walk around 7 minutes to Shiroi Koibito Park. Stay in Sapporo for 1 night. Day 2: Take the Furano Lavender Express train to Furano (only operate in summer). Take the Norokko-go train (also only in summer) to Lavender Farm station. Walk to Farm Tomita. Visit the surrounding farms and attractions around Furano area. Stay in Asahikawa. Day 3: Take bus to Asahiyama zoo. Take train back to Sapporo in the evening. Day 4: Take bus to Jozankei onsen area and explore. Or take train/bus to Lake Toya (day trip/stay 1 night) Day 5: Last minute shopping around Sapporo [Must-Visit Attractions] 1. Shiroi Koibito Park (Sapporo) - Chocolate Factory theme park by Ishiya. Lots of photo-taking spots and exclusive merchandise for purchase 2. Farm Tomita (Nakafurano) - flower field (big lavender 🪻fields). Lots of lavender products for sale 3. Lake Toya - beautiful lake with daily fireworks from May to October. [Must-Try Food] 1. Soup Curry Garaku - soup curry 🍛 2. Ramen 3. Hokkaido Crab and seafood [Accommodation ] Recommended Area for Accommodation There are lots of hotels 🏨 near Sapporo station. Another area to consider is near Odori Park. [Photo Spots] All 3 attractions mentioned above are great photo spots 😊 [Tips] - Do your research before travel 🧳. Sapporo is well-connected by public transport but outside of Sapporo, some parts of Hokkaido are not easily accessed by public transport. Check the timing of the bus/train and follow. #hokkaido

【Introduction】: Every autumn, Hokkaido, Japan, turns into a fairy tale world of red maple and golden leaves. As a popular destination for viewing autumn leaves in Japan, Hokkaido's autumn leaves season runs from mid-September to mid-October, with leaves scattered all over the streets, mountains, and lakes. Famous autumn leaves viewing spots such as Daisetsuzan, Lake Shikotsu, and Jozankei are layered with maple leaves, ginkgo leaves, and autumn water, attracting a large number of tourists to visit. ⛺【Travel Tips】: Best time to view autumn leaves: The peak season for red maple leaves is usually from late September to mid-October, with specific times varying depending on the altitude. The autumn leaves in high-altitude areas such as Daisetsuzan enter the viewing period first, while the autumn leaves in Jozankei and Lake Shikotsu around Sapporo are a little later. Equipment requirements: Hokkaido has a lower temperature in autumn, so it is recommended to bring a windproof jacket and warm clothes, especially when the temperature difference is large in the morning and evening. Comfortable sports shoes or hiking shoes are essential for viewing autumn leaves, as most of the scenic spots are hiking routes. Photographic equipment and spare batteries are essential. Precautions: Most of the scenic spots have many mountain roads, so you should walk according to your ability. Some areas such as Daisetsuzan may experience low temperatures, so keep warm and check the weather forecast in advance and adjust your itinerary. 🛬【Itinerary】: One-day tour: It is recommended to visit Jozankei Onsen and Red Leaf Canyon. Depart from Sapporo city in the morning and head to Jozankei (about 1 hour by car). Take a walk in the canyon surrounded by red leaves and enjoy the autumn scenery. Lunch can be enjoyed at a local hot spring inn. Relax in the hot spring in the afternoon and end the day's autumn leaves viewing tour. Two-day tour: Depart from Sapporo and visit Daisetsuzan on the first day. Take the cable car up the mountain and enjoy the magnificent view of the red maple leaves on the top of the mountain. Stay at a nearby hot spring hotel at night, and get up early the next day to watch the maple leaves in the morning mist. Then head to Lake Shikotsu and enjoy the perfect combination of lake water and red maple leaves by the lake. 🧡【Tips】: Photography tips: Hokkaido's maple leaves are rich in color, so it is recommended to shoot in clear weather. The morning and evening sun can best show the bright colors of the red maple leaves. The reflection scenes around the lake and hot springs are also worth capturing. When shooting, you can use a wide-angle lens to show a sense of hierarchy. Transportation suggestions: Hokkaido has convenient transportation. You can take public transportation or rent a car to drive to the main autumn leaves viewing areas from Sapporo. Self-driving is more flexible and you can stop along the way to enjoy the beautiful red maple leaves. Accommodation recommendations: During the autumn leaves viewing period, hot spring inns are very popular, so it is recommended to book in advance. It is recommended to stay at Jozankei Onsen or Lake Shikotsu Onsen, where you can enjoy the autumn leaves while soaking in the hot spring, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of Hokkaido in autumn. Food recommendations: Autumn is the harvest season for seafood in Hokkaido. You can try local crab pot, fresh fish sashimi and other delicacies. At the same time, while viewing the autumn leaves, you can also taste Hokkaido's authentic hot spring buns and hot spring eggs, which is an experience not to be missed.

If we talk about the hot spring town that is closest to Sapporo city, it must be Jozankei Onsen 定山渓温泉. This is part of Shikotsu-Toya National Park, along with Noboribetsu Valley and Lake Toya. 🚗It takes only 1 hour from Sapporo. Jozankei Hot Spring Town was discovered around 1866, and since then, ryokans and hot springs have been built here, which has been famous for hundreds of years. Famous ryokans and hot springs include Shogetsu Grand Hotel and Jozankei View Hotel. ❄️You can use the hot spring for a temporary stay for 1,000-1,500 yen (with 1 set of snacks and hot tea per person). ❄️You can also stay overnight. Prices start at 7,000-15,000 yen per person. 📍Japan #SpaReview #TravelJapanByYourself #TravelJapan #JapanWorthVisiting #PlacesToVisitJapan #Recommended Japanese accommodations

I had the opportunity to visit when it first opened. If I can book a stay at a Kyoritsu Resort hotel, I often do, and I've used their services in various places. The interior is almost entirely tatami, and the Japanese-style construction is calming. Even the path to the large communal bath is covered with tatami mats. The guest rooms also have open-air baths, which are very pleasant. In addition to the standard services of Kyoritsu Resort, such as post-bath ice cream, post-bath drinks, night soba, and free private baths, there was also an original service where you could take your favorite tea bag to your room. With rest areas near the lobby and massage chairs to relax in, if you try to use all these services, you'll find you spend very little time in your room (laughs)

Jozankei Hot Spring is located about 30 minutes drive from Sapporo city, many facilities are built along the valley! There are 56 sources of hot springs, which naturally gush out from the banks or rock cracks of the Toyohira River! Jozankei Hot Spring was known to the Ainu people very early, and a hot spring inn was opened during the Edo period! The hot spring water here is extremely effective for frozen shoulder, falls and injuries! There are unique spring water and hot spring facilities here, which are very convenient for visitors!

❄ Many people's longing for Hokkaido comes from the movie 'Love Letter', which depicts Otaru, Hokkaido as a romantic snow country town. Now this 'Love Letter' will invite you to a date in the snow country - 【Travel Highlights】 🦀Top Seafood｜Taste the fresh and sweet taste of the famous Hokkaido cold water seafood 🏂Quality Powder Snow｜Experience the silky world-class powder snow at Niseko/Rusutsu Ski Resort ✨Glass Workshop｜Feel the magical change of glass under high temperature, witness the craftsman's blowing process, and experience the production course ♨Hokkaido Hot Springs｜Bathe in the winter hot springs in the Sapporo backyard hidden by locals at Jozankei ⛄Snow Lantern Road｜In the winter-limited festival, feel the beautiful winter of Otaru decorated with warm candlelight and snow sculptures 🥃Visit Whiskey Brewery｜Taste the rich flavor of single malt whiskey - 【Encounter on the Way】 ✅Otaru｜Music Box Hall, Tengu Mountain, Asari, Triangle Market, Canal Warehouse, Funamizaka ✅Niseko and Rusutsu｜Skiing, drifting, horse riding, sledding, ice fishing, snow house sauna, helicopter tour, etc. ✅Sapporo｜Snow Festival, Sapporo Tower, Hokkaido Old Government Building, White Lover Factory, Tanuki Koji Shopping Street - 【Stay】 🏡Otaru Ginrinso｜Experience the Showa Japanese retro style, the vast and pure Ishikari Bay and the bustling romantic Otaru market are all in sight 🏡Niseko Park Hyatt｜Enjoy the private terrace hot spring, overlooking the magnificent scenery of Annupuri and Mt. Yotei 🏡Rusutsu Westin｜All rooms are duplex design, enjoy the fun of ice and snow in the mountains 🏡Jozankei Chalet｜Japan's latest SLH hotel, you can bathe in the hot spring in the room and enjoy the scenery of the four seasons - 【Delicacies】 🍣Otaru Sushi｜The top seafood produced in the cold water area makes the sushi chef adhere to the 'original flavor', highlighting the freshness of the ingredients 🐏Genghis Khan Grilled Lamb｜Thinly sliced lamb and vegetables are grilled on an iron plate, which is one of Hokkaido's local dishes 🏮Sapporo Miso Ramen｜One of Japan's three major ramen, with a representative flavor of rich soup - 【Itinerary Overview】 ❄DAY1｜Love Letter of Snow Country 💡Go to Otaru to watch the night view of Tengu Mountain and walk on the Snow Lantern Road ❄DAY2｜Fairy Tale Cross Street 🎏Triangle Market, Funamizaka, Music Box Hall, Glass Shop Tour, Taste Yoichi Distillery Whiskey ❄DAY3｜Dancing Niseko/Rusutsu 🏂Experience winter sports in the world-class powder snow field ❄DAY4｜Warm Jozankei ♨Experience the stunning holiday in Jozankei Hot Spring in Sapporo's backyard ❄DAY5｜Play with the Snow Festival ⛄Play with one of the world's four major snow festivals, the Sapporo Snow Festival, factory visit and production experience ❄DAY6｜Farewell to Hokkaido 👋🏻Return/Continue to travel to other cities in Japan

After watching Shunji Iwai's movie Love Letter✅, I was attracted by this romantic city and decided to go there 🧚‍♀️ For those who haven't stayed in a hot spring hotel but want to experience Japanese hot springs🔅 When I made the reservation, I basically looked at all the hot spring hotels in Jozankei, and finally stayed at "ぬくもりの宿ふる川". This store has the most types of outdoor hot springs❣️, and each one is decorated very exquisitely, with many ways to play🍢. What's more, it comes with a lounge in the woods, which also has a miniature museum and foot bath. If you don't stay here but want to visit the museum, you have to buy a ticket to visit during the day. If you are a guest, I remember that you can use the lounge and visit the museum for free after 7:30 every night. ✅ The Lounge also provides some free snacks and drinks🍙, and there is also a fireplace🍵. The Japanese are really good at arranging rooms and grasping the mood and atmosphere, creating a cozy and comfortable feeling. The feeling of holding a hot drink of apple wine and watching the snow scene by the fireplace is so impressive. ✅ In addition, there is a bedrock bath in the basement of the hotel. The bedrock bath is a hot stone slab where you can lie on it and warm yourself up🍘. According to the introduction of bedrock bathing, it has many benefits such as promoting metabolism. ✅ Putting aside what effects it has, it is more important for me to try things I have never tried before. 🔅I totally cannot accept hot spaces like steam steaming and sauna, but the bedrock bath here is very gentle, without any feeling of dampness or heat. Bedrock baths are very popular in Japan, and the bedrock baths in different hotels/places are not exactly the same. There are also bedrock baths that I think are a combination of sauna + slabs, so be prepared. ✅

There is a special service at the Shinsangryokan Yurakusoan located in Jozankei, Hokkaido! There is a tea drinking space next to the reception called Ocha Viking, where you can drink various kinds of tea for a certain period of time. There are really many kinds🫶🏻 Don't just take a hot spring, but make sure to enjoy tea at the right time 🍵 Ocha Viking :: There is a space where you can drink various kinds of tea. :: Operating hours: 3-7 PM 📍Yurakusoan ゆらく 草庵 #Emotional Accommodation #JapanTravel #Ryokan #SapporoRyokan #Yurakusoan

The happiest place during my short trip to Japan, and I vowed a hundred times to come back again, Yuraku Soan ♨️ Coming to Japan in winter? You absolutely have to enjoy a ryokan... The already famous 📍Jozankei Yuraku Soan I made a reservation at Hanamomiji, but I was disappointed because I had to make a reservation for a private bath, and then I found Yuraku Soan! This place has only advantages at this price. 👍♥️ - If the private bath is empty, you can just go in, and it's heaven the moment you go in 🛀 - A sumptuous dinner, breakfast, and morning/night snacks provided 🍛 - They also have a variety of yukatas. 👘 - Each room has a private bath, and if you open the window, you can see the snowy scenery ☃️ - I conveniently made a reservation for the shuttle bus by email (they replied quickly) and it was so convenient to go back and forth from Sapporo. 🚏🚌 This is the first time I've written something so sincerely... I decided to come back later with Jaewoong and my parents!!! 👫👫

This is Jozankei Onsen, which I visited during my winter trip to Hokkaido. There are four types of outdoor open-air baths, so it was nice that I could freely reserve them. Since it is a newly built place, the facilities were very clean and the food was delicious, so I was satisfied. I was able to rent a yukata and try it on, and each room had a private cypress bath, so I could enjoy the hot spring water privately, which was even better. In particular, I felt that the staff at this ryokan were very friendly. After enjoying the hot springs, I was able to enjoy the kaiseki provided in the evening, and in the morning, breakfast was provided while looking at the snowy scenery, so it was nice that I could enjoy food and the hot springs for two days. #Hot springs #Unique accommodations #Ho-cations #Hotel recommendation #Couples #Ryokan hotel #Life shot spot #Winter trip #Ryokan recommendation #Japanese ryokan #Hot spring trip

Hot springs and ryokans are a must-visit for a winter trip to Sapporo. In the case of Yurakusoan, since it was recently built, I made a reservation by translating the Japanese on the official website. The satisfaction level was the best. The reason I chose Yurakusoan was that each room has a private bath, so couples or those who like a private atmosphere would be satisfied. Also, you can freely use the 4 types of large baths, so you can enjoy the atmosphere of the outdoor open-air bath to your heart's content. The large bath was spacious and clean, so it gave me satisfaction both morning and evening. When I rented a yukata at the ryokan and ate kaiseki, I thought it was a good idea to come to Japan. And eating breakfast while looking at the snowy scenery was an unforgettable sight. If you are looking for a ryokan near Jozankei Onsen, I highly recommend Yurakusoan! #Japan travel #Hotel recommendation #Couple #Ho-cation #Unique accommodation #Winter travel #Hot spring travel #Ryokan hotel #Hot spring accommodation #Please take care of winter #Winter snow scenery #Breakfast restaurant #Kaiseki cuisine

Address 239, Joji Onsen East 3-chome, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido Ambiance/Facilities - There are hot spring soaks Highlights - Japanese set meal Avg. Price per Person - $1400 评分 - 5* Very happy to visit this hotel for the first time. Although the staff does not speak English but very polite and welcome gift. The view is excellent It's my first time to soak in the hot spring while looking at the snowy scenery. It is recommended that you must buy his breakfast and dinner Because there is food nearby because it is far away. #japanhotel

There were two mysterious bronze statues of kappa on Tsukimi Bridge in Jozankei Onsen Town. I went to see the sun, thinking that the moon must look beautiful there, judging from the name. The mysterious bronze statues of kappa are because apparently there are kappas in Jozankei!? I'm a big fan of kappas, so these were two of the many bronze statues of kappa in Jozankei. #SummerWeekendTrip #HokkaidoTrip #Jozankei #TsukimiBridge

This hill in the hot spring town of Jozankei is close to Hotel Millione at the top and Jozan Gensen Park at the bottom. This slope is perfect for a leisurely stroll and was beautiful with many hydrangeas in bloom. #summerweekendtrip #hotspring #hokkaidotrip

I went to a shaved ice shop that is only open during the summer. I thought, "A shaved ice shop..."! I want to go again. Even though it's only open for 100 days, there are limited editions, and this time I had the kinako banana one. There are three standard varieties, so you can enjoy them. The opening hours and the time when the numbered tickets are distributed are different, and it gets quite crowded, so I recommend getting a numbered ticket early!! Numbered tickets are distributed from 10:30. Located on the premises of Jozankei Daiichi Hotel Suizantei, 3-105 Jozankei Onsen Nishi, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2303 #SummerWeekendTrip #HokkaidoTrip

This is one of the shops that coffee lovers should definitely visit. I can't believe I found such delicious coffee in Jozankei Onsen town! While making drip coffee at home, I reminisce. The interior of the shop is irresistibly cute for cat and coffee lovers. Some people are repeat customers of the adult coffee milk. I understand! I tried it, but I will definitely buy it again if I'm in the area. There is also an eat-in space, so you can take your time. You can also take it out and take it with you on a stroll around town! Please go and check it out. Address: 319 Jozankei Onsen Higashi 4-chome, Minami-ku, Sapporo (next to Daikokuya Manju) #summerweekendtrip #hokkaidotrip #onsen

I went to Jozan Hot Spring, which is about an hour's drive from Sapporo. The one-day hot spring package includes round-trip transportation + hot spring bath. I didn't go during the red leaf season, so I thought it was enough to explore this hot spring town👍🏻👍🏻😆 You can choose to enjoy the bath at different big hotels. I originally planned to go to Toyoheikyo Hot Spring, the only one that is not a hotel. I thought its large open-air bath had the best environment. Unfortunately, it rained when I went there, so I had to choose some indoor ones☺️ It is recommended to get off at Jozankei Shrine first, visit the nearby hot spring area, and then go to Toyoheikyo Hot Spring 🥵 Although it rained on the day I came, it made Jozankei even more poetic. I believe the red leaf season will be even more beautiful 🌧 #外游 #japantravel

Located about an hour's drive from Sapporo city, Jozankei Onsen is the inner sanctum of Sapporo. This place is also well known as a famous spot for viewing autumn leaves❗️ The scenery is spectacular no matter where you look, but this time, the autumn leaves seen from Jozankei Ohashi Bridge, which is located behind the Jozankei View Hotel, were spectacular! It's just a short drive from Sapporo city, so you can take a day trip to take a bath on the drive course. You can also stay overnight at Jozankei Onsen. It's great to be able to enjoy the autumn leaves while relaxing in the hot springs while staying overnight❗️😌 #Sapporo#Onsen#Jozankei#Jozankei Onsen#Autumn leaves#Spectacular view

Minami Ward, Sapporo ♨️Jozankei Onsen♨️ Speaking of hot springs in Sapporo, Jozankei Onsen♨️ This place is also famous for its autumn leaves, and is a popular spot for Sapporo residents to visit during the autumn foliage season. I went there to see the autumn leaves in Hokkaido, but it was a little early for the leaves. It's hard to predict the time of the autumn leaves when you travel. There is also a foot bath, and since this photo was taken early in the morning, there are hardly any people there, but it gets very lively during the autumn foliage season. #HotSpring #Hokkaido #Sapporo

October Maple Leaf Tour, Hokkaido Dingshanxi Dingshanyuan Spring Park is behind the Grand Hotel Ruiyuan where I stay. The area is super-fine, much like the park in our real estate community, but there is a description of the origin of the Dingshanxi Hot Spring. In the past, a sorghum named Dingshan discovered that the hot springs here have special effects on diseases such as neuralgia and have since devoted all their efforts to develop this place. Therefore, it was named Dingshanxi Hot Spring. Although the park is small, there is enough hot spring water to wash the statue of stilts. There is a small artificial hot spring waterfall and a large foot soup pool that is very clean and especially suitable for the elderly to walk in the morning to soothe their sore feet. 

Hokkaido's Jozankei Bridge offers breathtaking scenery. In the morning, I first visited "Jozankei Bridge" to capture the classic view of "Jozankei Onsen." This iconic scene often appears in brochures and magazines, and I was reminded of the stunning beauty I saw back in 2017. Next, I headed to "Hoheikyo Gorge" to enjoy the autumn foliage. The round-trip shuttle bus costs 1,000 yen and takes about seven minutes to reach "Hoheikyo Dam." While it resembles the Kurobe Dam, it is much smaller in scale. The autumn leaves here were at their peak, and the mountain views were truly spectacular, making it one of Hokkaido's most popular spots for autumn foliage. Upon arrival, a vendor handed me some sweet and delicious corn, so I bought a few more to share with everyone. After taking photos near the dam, I walked five minutes to the observation deck. Although there is a sloped cable car, the long weekend brought too many visitors, causing long queues. The view from the top was fantastic, but it seemed that a tourist got injured, as an ambulance arrived and handled the situation with a stretcher. On the way back, I walked to the parking lot, passing "Kudan Falls" and "Senjo Rock," which are must-see spots for photography. For lunch, I stopped at "Michi-no-Eki Bouyou Nakayama," where I enjoyed a meal while admiring "Mt. Yotei," also known as Ezo Fuji. In the afternoon, I visited "Shinsen Marsh Nature Reserve." Although online sources mentioned the autumn leaves were at their peak, they were already nearing their end. There are no restrooms here, but the "Niseko Town Goshiki Onsen Information Center" has facilities. Unfortunately, the autumn foliage at "Goshiki Onsen" was also fading, but the scenery along the descent through Niseko was much more beautiful. At 4:40 PM, I arrived at the lakeside hotel "The Lake View TOYA Nonokaze Resort," the most luxurious accommodation of this Hokkaido autumn foliage trip. This hotel is well-known among Taiwanese tourists and is one of Hokkaido's most famous hot spring resorts, comparable to Hoshino Resorts. It is highly rated and part of the "Noguchi Kanko" hotel group, which also owns other high-end hotels like Boro, Choyo-tei, and Sekisui-tei. In winter, I often stay at "Midori no Kaze Resort Kitayuzawa," which is also part of the group. Besides Hokkaido, the group has hotels in Hakone and Yugawara. All rooms here offer lake views. I stayed in a spacious and comfortable twin room on the fourth floor, measuring 36.8㎡, with a balcony. Unfortunately, the view of the fireworks at night was partially obstructed by the building, but after watching three bursts, I moved on to other activities. Since these daily fireworks displays are relatively small in scale, they don't compare to the grand summer fireworks in Japan, like the Nagaoka Fireworks. It's similar to watching NBA games and then losing interest in smaller basketball leagues. The lobby's floor-to-ceiling windows provide a classic view of "Lake Toya." The restaurant offers a luxurious Hokkaido buffet, which is truly exceptional. The "Le Vent" restaurant has lake views, and I even saw two foreign chefs. The pasta was especially delicious, as were the cakes, sea snails, and seafood. However, the quality of the steak was inconsistent; the first serving was tender and tasty, but the second was tough and rubbery. Alcohol is not included and must be ordered separately, which is a bit disappointing. If I were to open a hotel, I would offer free alcohol and complimentary drinks in the room's refrigerator. Breakfast featured many dairy products, which I highly recommend! Besides the buffet, other restaurants provide kaiseki cuisine and high-end meal options tailored to premium guests. This was my first stay at "Lake Toya Onsen." The hot spring water is classified as "Sodium-Calcium Chloride Spring," and its slight yellow tint is due to its iron content. The most famous feature is the rooftop open-air bath "Panorama Roten TENQOO," where you can soak while enjoying lake views. The men's and women's baths alternate; at night, the men's bath features a modern square pool, while in the morning, it transforms into a rock-style bath. On the second floor, there is a retro-style bathhouse called "Showa no Yu," complete with a TV and massage chairs. Unlike typical bathhouses that only offer hot water, this one is a hot spring and even provides free ice cream, which is not available upstairs. The library is nice but rarely used, and the shop is spacious but expensive. Although the elevator area mentions art exhibitions on each floor, I checked every floor and found only chairs, with no displayed works. While the hotel's scenery, restaurant, and lobby decor are impressive, closer inspection reveals peeling wallpaper in the corridors, elevators, and rooms, indicating lower construction quality. The luxurious feel seems to be focused on the facade. In the morning, I went for a walk from 6:30 to 7:30 AM and bought coffee at the 7-11 across the street. The ground was littered with trash, which was surprising for Lake Toya. I'm not sure if it was left by tourists or locals. The lakeside area is beautifully planned, but the autumn leaves were only partially red. The uphill areas and mountains were much more stunning. During my morning soak, I noticed vibrant autumn leaves to the right. On my walk, I reached "Lake Toya Parking Lot" within five minutes, where the foliage was beautiful. I then continued to "Lake Toya Visitor Center and Volcano Science Museum," which also had lovely autumn leaves. Walking around the area was very pleasant.