What is the best nature trip from Sapporo?

A Biei and Furano day tour for scenery and a Noboribetsu trip for hot springs are the top nature experiences.

Where can you enjoy hot springs near Sapporo?

At Noboribetsu, Lake Toya and Jozankei, all within easy reach.

Is Hokkaido good for nature lovers?

Yes — its ponds, flower fields, volcanoes and lakes are among Japan’s finest.

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Sapporo Nature & Hot Springs: The Best Itinerary

Hokkaido is rich in scenery and onsen. Here is how to explore it from Sapporo — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1Biei
2Furano
3Noboribetsu
4Jozankei

The scenery

Biei’s Blue Pond and Furano.

The steam

Noboribetsu’s Hell Valley.

The onsen

Relaxing at Jozankei.

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Shikisai-no-Oka and Furano Tour with buffet lunch from Sapporo

4.1(16)·10 hours

from$95/ person

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Sapporo Nature & Hot Springs: The Best Itinerary

At a glance

The scenery

The steam

The onsen

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