The Shakotan Peninsula, shining in “Shakotan Blue,” is a spectacular route to enjoy in autumn too.
Jutting out into the Sea of Japan, the Shakotan Peninsula is known for its jewel-like waters called “Shakotan Blue,” dramatic cliffs, and striking rock formations. A scheduled sightseeing bus is the perfect way to enjoy this scenic coastal area.
Misaki no Yu Shakotan (lunch and bathing) [Approx. 2 hr. 10 min.]
Two more highlights are Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi on the outbound route and Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura on the return route.
This course follows a varied and dramatic coastline, making the scenery from the bus window part of the journey itself. Enjoy the spectacular views at each stop on a comfortable scheduled sightseeing bus tour.
※①Recommended items at Space Apple Yoichi (To be confirmed, and subject to change)
| 8:40 (departures) | Sapporo Station |
| Via Sapporo-Kita IC and Otaru IC | |
| 9:57～10:15 | ※①Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.] |
| 11:25～12:10 | ※②Cape Kamui (free time to explore) [Approx. 45 min.] |
| 12:25～14:35 | ※③Misaki no Yu Shakotan (lunch and bathing) [Approx. 2 hr. 10 min.] |
| 14:45～15:10 | ※④Shimamui Coast (free time to explore) [Approx. 25 min.] |
| 16:45～17:05 | ※⑤Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura (tasting and shopping) [Approx. 20 min.] |
| 17:15（arrivals） | Ironai 1-chome Bus Stop (passed if there are no passengers getting off) |
| 17:20（arrivals） | Otaru Station (passed if there are no passengers getting off) |
| 17:20 | Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC |
| 17:55（arrivals） | Nishimachi Kita 20-chome (about 4 minutes on foot to Miyanosawa Subway Station) |
| 18:10（arrivals） | Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome |
| 18:20（arrivals） | Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome |
| 18:25（arrivals） | Sapporo Clock Tower |
| 18:36（arrivals） | Sapporo Station |
[ The Yoichi apple pie ]
¥450 (with tax) piece.
[ Hokkaido Milk Soft Serve Ice Cream ]
¥450 (with tax).
※②From early October until next spring, repair work is planned on the walking trail and other facilities beyond the Women Prohibited Gate. During construction, visitors will not be able to proceed to the tip of the cape. If the gate is closed due to strong winds or other conditions, access will also be limited to the Women Prohibited Gate.
※③Chair seating.
Rental items: Face towel: ¥150, Bath towel: ¥350
Shampoo, conditioner, and body soap are provided inside the bathing area.
※ ④A tour guide will accompany passengers to Shimamui Coast Observation.
※ ⑤Guests may sample Japanese sake, amazake, black soybean tea, or other drinks (offerings may vary by season).
※If there are no passengers getting off at Otaru Station, our arrival time at Nishimachi Kita 20-chome and following will be shortened by 10 minutes.