From Hitsujigaoka to Buddha Hill Sapporo Photo Spots Tour

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4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on a private, guided taxi tour of Sapporo's cultural landmarks. Your English-speaking guide provides historical insight. Begin at Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill: enjoy panoramic Sapporo views from a former sheep farm with grazing sheep and Dr. Clark's iconic statue – great photo ops. Next, the unique Hill of the Buddha: see the Buddha's head emerge from its hill. A water garden and tunnel lead to the majestic, open-roofed statue. Lavender blooms mid-July. See 33 Moai statues and a Stonehenge replica. Conclude with Shakyo, tracing Buddhist scriptures. This meditative, calming practice offers blessings and is easy with outlines.

What's Included

Consumption tax
English-speaking guide
Admission fees
Taxi round-trip transfer
Shakyo experience fee
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

A driver with your name board will be waiting for you in front of the hotel.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Your Sapporo exploration begins! Meet your friendly English-speaking guide at a centrally located hotel in Sapporo or the North Exit of Sapporo Station.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Journey to the iconic Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill. Breathe in the fresh Hokkaido air as you take in the sweeping panoramic vistas of Sapporo city and the vast Ishikari Plain. Discover the charming history of this former sheep farm, where the idyllic scenery of grazing sheep against the urban backdrop creates picture-perfect moments. Don't miss the chance to capture a memorable photo with the renowned statue of Dr. William S. Clark, a pivotal figure in Hokkaido's development.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Hitsujigaoka to the hill of the Budda

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Immerse yourself in the serene and artistic ambiance of the Hill of the Buddha. Prepare to be intrigued as only the monumental head of the Buddha peeks out from the verdant artificial hill, earning it the endearing nickname "Large Buddha's Head." As you approach the roofless hall through a tranquil water garden and a sound-amplifying tunnel, anticipation builds for the awe-inspiring sight that awaits – the colossal Buddha statue gazing up at the open sky, an ethereal experience that will leave a lasting impression.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    The hill of the Budda to the Sharizan Butsugan-ji Temple

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Embrace a moment of tranquility and delve into the spiritual practice of Shakyo, the tracing of Buddhist scriptures. This calming activity is accessible to everyone, allowing you to trace faint outlines and experience a sense of inner peace and mindfulness. Your enriching Sapporo scenic and cultural tour concludes as you are returned to the designated meeting point.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    Sharizan Butsugan-ji Temple to the starting point

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hokkaido Treasure Island Travel Inc.

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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