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Travel from Sapporo by round‑trip coach to experience Hokkaido’s cherry blossoms at four beautiful locations. Stroll the sakura-lined paths of Toda Memorial Park, tour the elegant Former Aoyama Villa and enjoy lunch at Otaru Kihinkan, walk among blossoms at Temiya Park, and finish along the Yoichi River’s long avenue of Somei‑Yoshino. A smooth, well‑paced spring day that blends coastal scenery, heritage architecture, and classic hanami walks.
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Meeting and pickup
Meet at the North Exit Group Bus Stop at Sapporo Station, near the eastern side of the North Exit. NOT from the western side of North Exit! Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time. The tour conductor will be holding a flag and a placard with the local tour operator's logo
Itinerary
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After meeting your tour conductor, you will board the coach and head west toward the Sea of Japan coastline. The drive takes about 60 minutes, opening into wide skies and fresh ocean air as you approach Toda Memorial Park, one of Hokkaido’s cherished spring viewing places. Here, graceful rows of cherry trees create a soft, continuous canopy that frames the park’s lawns and paths. It is the kind of setting that invites unhurried strolling, relaxed photos, and a first deep breath of Hokkaido’s spring. Cherry blossoms here typically reach their best from late April to early May, but timing varies by temperature and weather each year. The park’s open layout makes it easy to find calm corners to appreciate the blossoms and enjoy the feeling of space unique to Hokkaido.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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From the coast, you continue about 80 minutes to Otaru Kihinkan, the former Aoyama family villa that reflects the grace and craftsmanship of Otaru’s golden age. Your visit combines a guided look at the historic residence with lunch served on site, making this a highlight of the day. The refined interiors—tatami rooms, woodwork details, and the famed “Hassennin-no-Ma”—offer a window into a luxurious past shaped by the herring trade. Step out to the garden, where seasonal cherry blossoms add a soft, seasonal accent to the villa’s architecture and stonework. It’s a beautiful contrast: classic Japanese design, gentle spring color, and Otaru’s quiet hillside atmosphere.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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A short 15‑minute drive brings you to Temiya Park, a beloved cherry blossom spot set on Otaru’s slopes. Paths weave through stands of blooming trees, and the hilltop position gives the park a gentle sense of openness and light. During sakura season—typically late April to early May—locals come here for relaxed strolls under soft pink branches. For visitors seeing Japan in spring for the first time, Temiya Park offers that classic “hanami” feeling in a quieter, more local atmosphere than central-city parks. The layout is easy to navigate, and there are multiple vantage points for photos that capture both blossoms and Otaru’s character.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Continue about 40 minutes to the Yoichi River cherry avenue, where around 400 cherry trees, mainly Somei‑Yoshino, form a long, graceful ribbon along the riverside. This linear landscape is perfect for an unhurried walk: the water on one side, a continuous canopy of blossoms on the other, and the surrounding hills giving the scene a distinctly Hokkaido scale. It’s a place where you can take your time, find your own pace, and enjoy a long perspective of spring color instead of a single concentrated grove. Peak bloom typically arrives from late April to early May, though each year’s timing reflects the season’s weather. After this final sakura experience, the coach returns to Sapporo around 4 PM.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be contacted and offered an alternative or full refund
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests, including food allergies. If you have specific dietary needs, we recommend making your own meal arrangements. No refunds will be provided for meals.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be contacted and offered an alternative or full refund
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests, including food allergies. If you have specific dietary needs, we recommend making your own meal arrangements. No refunds will be provided for meals.
- This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. A Japanese tour conductor will accompany the group and provide key information using a translation app. Please note that the tour conductor is not a tour guide and will focus on sharing essential information during the tour.
- Delays caused by public transportation issues or failure to arrive on time at the meeting point will be subject to cancellation fees. The tour will depart promptly at the time stated in the brochure.
- Wearing clothes and shoes that let you move easily and comfortably is strongly recommended
- According to traffic conditions etc, the order of the itinerary may be changed and the bus arrival may be delayed
- Delays or omissions made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to refund
- Infant (0-2 years old) are free of charge with no arrangement
- Child (3-5 years old) rates apply, only bus seat is included
- The peak bloom period for flowers may vary depending on weather conditions. The departure date is set based on typical bloom times, but please be aware that the flowers may not be at their peak on the day of your tour. If you cancel your reservation due to blooming status, the regular cancellation fee will apply
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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