2025 Asahikawa Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Asahikawa, Hokkaido's second largest city, was founded in the late 19th century as a military post and has grown into an industrial and cultural center. The city has strong ties to the Ainu people and is famous for its crafts, agriculture, and food such as ramen and dairy products. With its cold weather and heavy snowfall, Asahikawa has a distinctive winter festival. And still maintaining a way of life that is connected to nature and snow 🇯🇵Asahiyama Zoo (⏱️10.30-15.30 / 💵¥1,000 per person, we walked-in to buy at the event) 🇯🇵Asahikawa Ramen Village (⏱️11.00-20.00) 🇯🇵Aeon Mall Asahikawa Ekimae (⏱️8.00-22.00) 🏨The hotel we stayed at was Hotel Route Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae (🧳Check in: 15.00 / Check out: 10.00 the next day) 🚊Traveling between cities:⚫️Lilac-Kamui train from Sapporo to Asashikawa (We used the JR Hokkaido pass) 🚘🚍Traveling within the city: Rent a car Or Bus For example, if from our accommodation or Asahikawa train station to Asahiyama zoo, you can take bus number 41 or 47. It takes about 40 minutes and costs about ¥500 (when we went, it seemed like we couldn't use IC cards, so we had to pay in cash instead). #tripflytoprayfornewyear #travelabroad #beautifulphotospots #traveljapan

You will miss many wonderful experiences if you travel with a group. So we decided to set off from Sapporo early in the morning. First head to Asahikawa to visit Asahiyama Zoo. After entering the park, head straight to the penguin walk. Friends who want to take photos must reserve a spot half an hour in advance. Before leaving the zoo, It is best to check the bus timetable first. Otherwise you might have to wait for a long time in the cold wind. In front of Asahikawa Station, you can try the famous "Santoka" ramen. Please note that it is not "Huotousan". This is the original store! If you need to queue up during meal time, But usually you only have to wait about 20 minutes. Take the Furano Line from Asahikawa to Bibaushi. Be sure to check the train schedule in advance. Otherwise you may not be able to catch the sunset when you arrive in Biei. The name of the station "Meima Niu" is very interesting. Thinking of all the traveling, It seems that its name is telling us: "For the sake of beautiful scenery, we can work like a cow or a horse." Standing out from the beautiful horse cow, Navigate to "Christmas Tree" It takes about half an hour to walk there. The scenery along the way is beautiful. But the biting cold winds may be a bit too much to bear. If you are particularly afraid of cold, It is recommended to charter a car or choose a group tour, which will be more comfortable. Many people may feel that I ran so far just to see a tree. It's really not worth it. If you only focus on that tree, Perhaps there is some gap between reality and ideal. But if you can let go of your obsession on the road, Look around more. You will find that In fact, there are many unexpected beauties worth our appreciation. Therefore, I think the experience of the entire trip is still very worthwhile. After taking the sunset photos, It is recommended to return as soon as possible. Try to get back to Mimanu Station before dark. After returning to Asahikawa, You can have dinner in the commercial area near Asahikawa Station. Then return to your hotel or Sapporo. The whole trip was very simple. The only slightly troublesome thing is taking the train. The most important thing is to check the train schedule in advance. Plan your visit and departure times for each location in advance. This way you can make full use of your time. Ensure smooth journey connection. The following is my schedule for your reference. Can be adjusted according to the sunset time of the season: 08:00-09:25 Sapporo → Asahikawa 13:45-14:26 Asahikawa → Biba beef 17:30-18:39 Bima beef → Asahikawa #ChristmasDestinations2024 #100TravelWays #CoolTravelExperiences #GlobalTravel #Hokkaido #ChristmasTree #LonelyTree

#japantrip Located in Asahikawa, Asahiyama Zoo is one of the most popular attractions in Hokkaido, offering an immersive and interactive experience with animals in a way you won’t find anywhere else. Opened in 1970, the zoo has become renowned for its innovative exhibits that bring visitors closer to the animals. Key Highlights: • Innovative Exhibits: Asahiyama Zoo is known for its unique, animal-friendly enclosures designed to mimic natural environments and allow for close-up views of the animals. Some of the most notable exhibits include the Penguin Parade, where penguins waddle through the zoo in a procession, and the Penguin Aquatic Viewing Tunnel, where visitors can watch penguins swimming in clear water. • Polar Bears & Brown Bears: The polar bear exhibit is one of the zoo’s standout features, where visitors can observe these majestic creatures swimming in an underwater viewing area. The brown bears also have an innovative enclosure with a glass tube that allows you to get close to the bears as they move around. • Giraffes & Other African Animals: Asahiyama Zoo has an impressive collection of African animals such as giraffes, zebras, and lions, along with Siberian tigers and various species of monkeys and birds. The design of the enclosures creates a natural atmosphere for the animals, making it a great place for animal lovers. • Interactive Experience: The zoo focuses on animal welfare while providing educational and interactive experiences. There are opportunities to feed certain animals, such as the reindeer and goats in the petting area, and to learn more about wildlife conservation efforts. • Seasonal Events: The zoo is beautiful year-round, with seasonal events that enhance the experience, including Winter Animal Kingdom when the animals are particularly active in the cold months, creating a magical winter experience. • Accessibility: The zoo is easily accessible from Asahikawa Station and has a convenient shuttle service for visitors. The zoo also has an excellent visitor center with facilities for a comfortable experience, including cafes and souvenir shops. Whether you’re an animal lover or just looking for a fun family day out, Asahiyama Zoo offers a memorable and up-close animal adventure.

Hokkaido is not only famous for its snow, but also for the popular Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa. Here, you can witness the adorable winter penguin walk and the charming polar bears. Save this post for all the information on transportation, activities, tickets, and more! | 🗺️Asahiyama Zoo Guide | Asahiyama Zoo One of the most popular zoos in Hokkaido, Asahiyama Zoo is home to many animals that thrive in cold climates. Due to its high latitude, the zoo showcases the animals in their most natural habitats. ⏰Opening Hours: ① 9:30-17:15 Summer (April 27 - October 15) ② 9:30-16:30 Late Summer (October 16 - November 3) ③ 10:30-15:30 Winter (November 11 - April 7) 🎫Ticket Prices: ① Adults 1000 yen/person ② Annual Pass 1400 yen/person ③ Free for junior high school students and younger | 🎁Asahiyama Zoo Activities | 🐧Penguin Walk The Penguin House provides detailed information about the growth and habitats of various penguin species. The Penguin Walk starts right outside. 📅Activity Time: 11:00-14:30, twice daily (mid-December to mid-March) 🐻Visit the Polar Bears The Polar Bear House, located near the Penguin House, is also a must-see. You can watch polar bears swim indoors and see them being fed outdoors. ⏰Feeding Time: 13:30 | 🚇Transportation | Getting to Asahiyama Zoo can be a bit complicated, requiring a JR train ride followed by a bus transfer, which takes a considerable amount of time. It is recommended to opt for a chartered car for convenience. Transportation 1⃣️: 🚌JR + Bus Sapporo → Asahikawa Step ①: Take the JR train from "Sapporo Station" to "Asahikawa Station," approximately 1.5 hours, fare 5220 yen/person Step ②: Upon arrival at Asahikawa Station, transfer to bus No. 41 or 47 directly to "Asahiyama Zoo," approximately 1.5 hours, fare 500 yen/person Transportation 2⃣️: 🚗Chartered Car Due to the high number of visitors in winter, it is recommended to use a chartered car for a convenient and flexible trip. | 🚘Recommended Itinerary | Asahikawa and Biei Day Trip 🚩Route: Sapporo → Asahiyama Zoo → Biei Christmas Tree → Shikisai no Oka → Forest Elf Terrace → Return ⏰Duration: 2 hours 📌Tips: The map of Asahiyama Zoo is attached on page 2

Highly recommended non-drive friends to participate in the local one day tour, from the center of Sapporo, very convenient, extremely high value for money 👍🏻 📌Itinerary sharing: Meet at Odori Park Station at 7am ➡️ Asahikawa Asahiyama Zoo (watch penguin tour 🐧) ➡️ Lunch (enjoy yourself at the zoo) ➡️ Tree of Loneliness (10 minutes) ➡️ Biei Four Seasons Ano Hills (participate in snow activities at your own expense) ➡️ Enjoy at Lavender Garden Ice cream ➡️ Furano Forest Elf Terrace ➡️ Arrive at Odori Park Station around 7pm 📌Highlights: ❇️ A must-see at Asahiyama Zoo!! ️ Penguin Walk Must See!! ️ You can also enjoy different animals, such as brown bears, polar bears, giraffes, etc. ⚠️ Remember to go to the souvenir shop for free instant photos ⚠️ You can have a free 2r photo to take home 🥰 Want a large size or digital copy to pay La 😉 ❇️ Tree of loneliness, mere visit here ❇️ Shikisai no Hill‼ ️It is recommended to play snowmobiles at your own expense😎 You can also play snowbags👍🏻 Great😍 ❇️ Lavender garden, actually a souvenir shop, you can choose your own, do not buy anything can go to eat ice cream, there are lavender flavor, cantaloupe flavor and milk flavor 😋 ❇️ Forest Elf Terrace, about 4 o'clock to arrive, the sky is still not dark, the Elf Village is still not lit, plus many people, taking celebrity photos will be difficult, we have to have some patience 🤣🤣🤣 #HokkaidoTravel #HokkaidoFreeTravel #Asahyama Zoo #Asahikawa #Furano #Forest Elf Terrace #Shikisainooka #Biei

If you want to travel to Japan in winter, then I suggest you go to Hokkaido. The snow scenery in Hokkaido is synonymous with the romantic snow country. Skiing, ice sculptures and snow scenery, lighting lanterns, lighting candles, setting off fireworks, and you can also have a warm bath and half a bottle of sake. Watch the falling snow☃️~ - ▪️JR pass Hokkaido area! ! ! ! 🚄JR is the main railway transportation in Hokkaido. It is convenient to travel to and from various cities and is suitable for tourists who cannot drive by themselves. ✅Covering all railways in Hokkaido and buses in Sapporo~ ✅No need to buy one-way tickets, save extra costs~ ✅Take all Hokkaido railways within the validity period~ - ➡️It is recommended that friends who go to more than two cities buy this pass and it will be enough! ! ! Otaru: A must-visit place for Japanese drama tours, it is recommended to arrange a one-day city walk · Sapporo: The largest and most prosperous city in Hokkaido, it is very suitable for shopping, eating and drinking. · Asahikawa Zoo: See penguins, polar bears, white foxes and other animals up close, suitable for all ages! · Noboribetsu: a famous hot spring resort where you can take a bath and enjoy the snow Biei➕Furano❄️: Check in to the romantic Forest Fairy Terrace - 🎫How to purchase Ticket types are available for 5, 7, or 10 consecutive days~ Go to the Trip.com app homepage💡 and search directly for [pass initial letter +123] to find all passes, select Japan, and swipe down🔽 to find Hokkaido to purchase and place an order~ You need to go to major JR stations to redeem and collect tickets, which is also very convenient! ! ! -

🎉🏔️Hokkaido Winter Exploration Tour🏮|||A Dreamy Snow Journey Hokkaido, a name you may have heard before, but it is only when you set foot on this land that you truly understand why it is called a must-visit place in a lifetime. Especially in winter, snow is the protagonist, and it is an invitation you cannot resist. If you plan to travel from January to February, this is your ideal destination. ❄️Did you think Hokkaido's winter would be too cold to go out? No, your imagination is wrong. When you are in this snowy world, you will find that the temperature is so pleasant under the sunlight during the day. Under the sun, gloves and hats become unnecessary burdens, and you just need to enjoy this snow feast. 📅How to plan your Hokkaido trip? Day 1: Departure - New Chitose - Sapporo As soon as you set foot in the snow of Sapporo, you will be immediately attracted by the unique atmosphere of this city. Day 2: Sapporo - Asahiyama Zoo - Biei Blue Pond After exploring Sapporo, head to Asahiyama Zoo to experience the winter wonderland of dancing with animals. Then head to Biei Blue Pond, where the picturesque scenery will make you forget the cold instantly. Day 3: Mt. Tengu Ropeway - Otaru Experience Take the Mt. Tengu Ropeway to overlook the panoramic view of Sapporo, and then head to Otaru. Here, you can experience the unique style of Western-style pastry shops and kerosene lamp cafes, and visit Otaru Art Base and Otaru Aquarium. You also have the opportunity to experience making Japanese sweets and visit the Otaru Blue Ice Festival. In the following days, you will explore the natural beauty of Lake Shikotsu, Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch, Lake Toya, and other places. Whether it is the tranquility by the lake or the spectacular view from the observatory, it will make you linger. 🛀Hot Spring Time: A Perfect Combination of Privacy and Relaxation In Hokkaido, nothing is more relaxing than soaking in a hot spring. I chose a hotel room with a private hot spring bath to enjoy the unique quietness and privacy. Of course, although I only went to Hell Valley Hot Spring for photos, its charm is still unforgettable. Get your luggage ready, and let's embark on this winter journey to Hokkaido together!🎒🌬️🏮🎉🏔️

Winter in Hokkaido, Japan, is pure and serene in every way. ❄️ The winter here is as gentle as the endless tenderness in 'Love Letter', ❄️ and as beautiful and melancholic as 'Snow Country'. 🎬 A movie called 'Hokkaido' 🎬 starts showing gradually from November. ❄️ Snowflakes gently fall, covering the ground, ❄️ making the whole world seem wrapped in a pure white veil. Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa... these familiar names ✨ appear even more dreamy in the winter snow. - 1️⃣ Sapporo: Winter Charm in the City As the capital of Hokkaido, Sapporo's winter is full of urban vitality and natural tranquility. Winter is the best time to experience Hokkaido's winter culture. Huge ice sculptures illuminated by lights resemble scenes from a fairy tale, making you feel like you're in a dreamy world of ice and snow. . 2️⃣ Otaru: Romantic Winter by the Canal Otaru's canal is particularly serene in winter, with the river frozen, and the European-style buildings on both sides covered in snow, as if time has stopped at this moment. Walking along this canal, every corner is a beautiful picture. Why not sit in a café by the canal, have a cup of hot coffee, and enjoy the snowy scenery outside, feeling the tranquility and romance? . 3️⃣ Asahikawa: Winter Paradise for Wildlife Asahikawa's winter is not just a kingdom of snow, but also a paradise for various animals, especially at Asahiyama Zoo, where the winter penguin🐧 walk is a major highlight. Watching these adorable animals waddle through the snow, all the coldness is dispelled by their innocence and joy. . 4️⃣ Hokkaido Cuisine🥘 First, I highly recommend 'Soup Curry'! A hot bowl is really comforting! Sapporo's 🍜 ramen, Hakodate's 🦐 seafood, every bite is warmth in the winter. Especially in the cold winter, a steaming hot 'Ishikari Nabe'🫕 not only warms the body but also the soul. - In Hokkaido's winter, snow is no longer synonymous with cold, but a symbol of warmth and beauty. In this snowy wonderland, may every traveler find their own winter story. This winter, let's go to Hokkaido together!

In winter, you can see the adorable penguin walk at Asahiyama Zoo. You can watch them waddle close up. The daily walk times are 11:00 and 14:30, don't miss it! Additionally, there are many other cute animals in the zoo! This time, I saw a hippo blowing bubbles while sleeping. In the lion area, every cat behaves like a big cat, even rolling over and folding their paws. The wolves, on the other hand, sleep like pet dogs at home. Many online reviews say that the zoo is too small and the animals exhibit stereotypical behaviors. However, after visiting, I found that the zoo has improved a lot. Many areas are being renovated and expanded. There is a direct bus from Asahikawa city center, costing 500 yen per person, which is very convenient!

This is a restaurant where you can eat delicious Genghis Khan that is quite famous throughout the country 🐑 Reservations can only be made at opening time. If you go on a public holiday, there will be a huge line before opening 💦 I was surprised that the raw lamb has no smell at all ✨ I think even people who don't like lamb can eat the meat here. The herb-flavored raw lamb was also very delicious 👍️ I'd like to go and eat it again. [Name] Asahikawa Genghis Khan Daikokuya Asahikawa 5-chome store (main store) [Address] 3-4 Nakadori, 1425 4-chome 5-chome, Asahikawa, Hokkaido 070-0034 #0 yen travel autumn #Hokkaido trip #Asahikawa gourmet #Domestic travel

Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, is a family attraction suitable for all ages, and it is very convenient to get to the zoo whether you drive or take a bus. When you come here, you can see animals at a closer distance without any glass blocking them, such as polar bears, penguins, brown bears, seals, giraffes, etc.! There are many special designs in the museum for visitors to watch animals and take photos and play cards! The most special thing is the waterway that connects the upper and lower parts of the seal house. When seals are swimming, they have a chance to pass through here, and visitors can capture this moment and take photos! There is also an underwater tunnel in the penguin house where you can see penguins swimming overhead or beside you. It's so cute! The most regrettable thing is that I can’t see the winter-only penguin parade! Polar bears are also the star animals in the park, with their white and yellow fur, so cute! When visiting the park, be sure to pay attention to the underground areas, as there are many manhole covers designed with animals in mind! You can also go to the souvenir shop and buy some souvenirs before leaving! It is recommended to ask the service staff for a traditional Chinese version of the map after purchasing the ticket, so it will be easier to plan the route!

I came to Asahikawa City for the first time, so I searched for Asahikawa ramen to eat before leaving and decided to try Ume Koken. There seems to be a branch at the airport, but the reviews were bad, so I went to the "original store" instead. Oshibori, water, and disposable chopsticks are self-service. I thought I should try the soy sauce ramen since I'm in Asahikawa, but I'm not really drawn to soy sauce ramen, so I went for miso instead. I didn't want corn, so I just added a flavored egg. The miso had a strong garlic flavor, which made me happy. The char siu wasn't to my taste, maybe not that delicious. The flavored egg was the best! I'm glad I added it. The shop closes once at 3 PM and reopens at 5 PM. 【Asahikawa Ramen Ume Koken Minami Store Original Store】 Address: 23 Chome, Minami 3 Jodori, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido 078-8333 Phone number: 0166-31-6066

If you want to see snow in winter, of course you have to go to Hokkaido, Japan, a dreamy and romantic place to see snow! Here are ten things you must know when visiting Hokkaido! It really works! Highly recommended! / 1. Wear anti-slip insoles. It is easy to slip on the ice and snow on the road! 2. Don’t wear too much. The temperature is mostly below zero. It’s not very cold. Compared with the Northeast, it’s really not cold at all! 3. Don’t get up too late! It starts to get dark here at three or four o'clock, and it's basically night after four o'clock! Get out early and go out and play! 4. Carry a power bank with you! It’s easy for your phone to lose battery in cold weather! And you can hardly see any power banks for rent here! 5. Try not to generate garbage! It's hard to find trash cans here, especially on the street! Eating creates garbage, and you may have to carry it around for most of the day! 6. When taking the bus, get on through the back door and exit through the front door. You don't have to pay when you get on the bus, but you have to pay when you get off. It’s best to prepare some change in advance. 7. Most hotel check-in times are after 3 p.m., and check-out times are at 10 or 11 a.m. Please arrange your time reasonably. 8. Arrange your luggage appropriately. It will be difficult to travel in the snow with too much luggage! ! ! 9. If you need transportation information for your destination, just use Google Maps! There is still time! You can also check attractions, restaurants, etc. It's very useful! 10. Download a mobile translation app. Most people here don’t speak English or their English is not very good. Using software to communicate is time-consuming but it is possible. / 「Hokkaido Transportation」： 1. Airplane: Many cities in Hokkaido have airports, including Sapporo, Asahikawa, Hakodate, etc. But most people fly to Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido and the central city. You can fly directly to Sapporo from Tokyo and Osaka. 2. Train: You can take JR trains to travel to cities in Hokkaido, such as Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, Furano, Hakodate, Noboribetsu, etc. No need to buy tickets in advance, just go to the station to buy tickets. 3. Bus: If you want to save money, you can also choose the bus. There are buses between cities. The price is half of the train and the time is longer. 4. In the city: For sightseeing in the city, it is recommended to take the bus or subway, or charter a car. It is not recommended to take a taxi, as it is very expensive. / Hokkaido is really beautiful in winter! Especially in Hokkaido where it snows! So beautiful!

How can the romance of Hokkaido in winter be without the penguin walk in Asahiyama Zoo? Coming to Asahikawa, the first experience is naturally to go to Asahiyama Zoo to watch the penguin walk! The penguins walking slowly and swaying, sometimes rushing into the crowd to gather popularity, sometimes lying on the snow to spread their wings and slide, their cute appearance is lovable. Actually! Asahiyama Zoo is not just about penguin walks, popular animal stars also include polar bears, red pandas, seals, snowy owls, monkeys, Ezo deer, Ezo brown bears, red-crowned cranes, giraffes... Come to Asahiyama Zoo and see the ecology and behavior of animals that can only be seen in winter! It is recommended to set aside 1 day for a deep interactive tour. 🐧❤️Asahiyama Zoo TIPS: Winter opening hours: November 11, 2023-April 7, 2024, 10:30-15:30 Tickets: 1000 yen Transportation: Stay at OMO7 Asahikawa, there is a free bus to Asahiyama Zoo, 20 minutes by car. Penguin walk: Twice a day at 11:00 and 14:40, it is recommended to go to the walkway on both sides 15-30 minutes in advance to occupy a place! Special attention: Because most of the time is outdoors, be sure to keep warm! There is a restaurant at the entrance of the zoo, with simple meals. This time we stayed at OMO7 Asahikawa, which is the tallest building in Asahikawa. You can overlook the cityscape of Asahikawa by taking the sightseeing elevator. Entering the hotel is full of surprises. The birch trunks and various Hokkaido animal dolls that come to face make people feel like they have stepped into the nature of Hokkaido. Many small animals are also wearing cute hats to keep out the cold! ☕OMO Cafe&Bar: Super high ceiling, every angle is beautiful and intriguing, there is a feeling of nowhere to put your eyes!! Staying in the snowy Asahikawa, I recommend coming here for a romantic and beautiful parfait at night! The buffet breakfast is invincible and rich, especially recommended are the tuna wasabi rice and salmon waffles! 📚I like to sit in the book tunnel that looks like a loft, holding a healing book of Hokkaido, which is my Happy Hour on the journey! 💧Every night at 8 o'clock there is a lecture on Asahiyama Zoo in the lobby, and different contents will be talked about with different seasons. The welcome drink faucet at the front desk is too cute, the faucet opening ceremony is full, remember to try the corn-flavored welcome drink🌽 ♨️Hot spring sauna: The hotel's sauna room is very spacious, and the life of soaking in the hot spring after skiing is too comfortable!! Hot spring + sauna + cold bath + rest, you can follow these several procedures to cycle 3-4 groups, completely relax your body and mind! You can come every day from 15:30 to 24:00 and in the morning from 5:00 to 9:00! 🍜OMO Ranger: You can explore the Asahikawa 57 alley full of fireworks together, the three soul foods of Asahikawa: soy sauce ramen, new child roast, salt-grilled large intestine must be tasted! In addition, you can go to Paris Road at night to experience Japanese Western cuisine! 🏂🏻Ski convenience:️ There are many ski guests staying here, so you can see many people polishing and maintaining snowboards in the lobby, and there is information about various surrounding ski resorts next to it.

🐧The city tour of Asahikawa starts with a morning penguin walk at Asahiyama Zoo. In the early morning, the Asahiyama Zoo covered in white snow is quiet and serene, and the waddling emperor penguins take a leisurely walk around the park, their adorable appearance causing visitors to lower their voices in constant admiration. ☃️Asahiyama Zoo is the northernmost zoo in Japan, with a history of 50 years. It has penguins, polar bears, box horses, red-crowned cranes, giraffes, etc. The areas are relatively concentrated and can be basically completed in half a day. The scenery is unbeatable after the snow. 📌Zoo tour tips 🎫Ticket: 1000 for adults ⏰Time: 10:30 🚌Transportation: There is a direct bus to the zoo from JR Asahikawa Station, about 40 minutes by car. We stayed at Hoshino OMO7 Asahikawa Hotel. There is a free shuttle bus to and from the zoo every day, which is very convenient 🐧Penguin walk 11:00/14:30 twice a day, it is recommended to go to the walkway 15 minutes in advance. The feeding times of other animals are written on the signs in the park, you can pay attention to the set time Winter tour pay attention to keep warm, anti-skid, parents should take care of children. There is a fast food restaurant at the entrance of the zoo, offering simple meals, ramen and so on. 🏨We stayed at Hoshino OMO7 Asahikawa Hotel, where there is a city walk guided by a guide every day. Followed the OMO Ranger to explore Asahikawa's 57 alleys and Paris Road in the evening. The former is a food-filled alley where you can eat Asahikawa's three soul foods: soy sauce ramen, grilled new child, and salt-grilled large intestine. The latter Paris Road mainly serves Japanese Western cuisine, which is very stylish! 💡Asahikawa is not big, Hoshino OMO7 Asahikawa store is well located, convenient transportation, and it is the tallest building in Asahikawa, with a first-class view. The public space in the store is reasonably divided, the atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant, there are rich activities every day, and it is extremely fulfilling and comfortable just here. 🍹The hotel has a full-fledged welcome drink, free hot springs, free snow gear care area, reading area, and different content sharing sessions in the evening. You can supplement your knowledge about Asahiyama Zoo here first. 🍧Hoshino OMO7 Asahikawa's limited edition seven strawberry ice cream and ramen ice cream are very creative and full of creativity. Don't miss it if you like it~ Asahikawa travel is enough for one day, but two days are more relaxed~😄

1⃣ First stop: Asahiyama Zoo to watch penguins In the morning, head to Asahiyama Zoo. The penguins walk at 11 am, so you need to arrive and buy tickets in advance. Take a 1.5-hour express train from Sapporo Station, and choose the 8 am train. After arriving at Asahikawa Station, immediately go to platform 6 and take the 9:40 bus from Asahikawa Station to Asahiyama Zoo, which takes about 40 minutes and costs 500 yen. After arriving at the zoo, buy tickets and queue up to enter, it is expected to be around 10:30. Then go to the penguin walking route, find a good photo spot, and wait for the penguins to appear. 2⃣ Second stop: Lonely Christmas Tree. After watching the penguins, please be sure to enjoy a bowl of hot ramen near the main exit of the zoo (make sure to choose the main exit). The restaurant is in the park, do not leave the park. Then, prepare to take the bus from the zoo to Asahikawa Station (the bus stop is in front of the main entrance of the zoo). You can check the bus schedule on Google Maps, we chose a bus around 12:10. After arriving at Asahikawa Station, take the Furano Line to Biei Station, which takes about 1 hour. Once you arrive at Biei Station, use Google Maps to search for "クリスマスツリーの木" (I tried English search and it didn't work), and follow the navigation for about 20 minutes to arrive. The scenery along the way is very beautiful, just like what you see in pictures 2 to 5, you can take pictures while walking. It is recommended to arrive at the Christmas tree before 2:30 in the afternoon, because taking pictures may take a lot of time, and it gets dark very early, so you must ensure that there is enough time to return to Biei Station to catch the return train. The train intervals in this small rural area are relatively long, so you need to arrange your itinerary based on the train time on Google Maps (we chose a train around 4 o'clock to return to Asahikawa Station, and then return to Sapporo from Asahikawa). Please pay special attention: all transportation card points need to be checked and confirmed on Google Maps to match your itinerary!

1 minute walk from Asahikawa Station. I stayed at HOTEL WING International Asahikawa. This hotel is popular for its all-you-can-eat seafood breakfast, including salmon roe. It's in front of the station, and there are many restaurants and convenience stores, so the location is great. The rooms are spacious and Japanese-Western style. There is no large public bath, but the bathtub is large. The main breakfast includes all-you-can-eat salmon roe, as well as salmon, squid, and sweet shrimp. The side dishes were both Japanese and Western and were quite luxurious. If you're looking for a hotel in Asahikawa, this is the place for you! #Hokkaido #Asahikawa #Business hotel #All-you-can-eat salmon roe #Luxurious meal

#wecreate Asahiyama Zoo is a zoological garden outside of Central Asahikawa City in the middle of Hokkaido. There are many various of animals from all over the world, such as penguins, apes, polar bears and etc. For animal lovers, is worth a trip there. Do remember to check out the timing for feeding of the animals. Managed to watch the zookeeper feeding the penguins. Also check the opening hours of the zoo to avoid disappointment. Admission ticket is 1,000 yen. Take bus number 41, 42 or 47 from Asahikawa Station and takes about 40 minutes which cost 500 yen. #mytripvlog #tripblazers#hokkaidotravel

#japanattractions Asahiyama Zoo has different program schedules for animals. Remember to check the schedule for the day when you enter the park. There are feeding shows, animal information, and key itineraries. Large animals, big black bears, tigers 🐯 are also very close to watch. The lions and tigers were explained that day, and the tigers were very close to the commentators. It can be imagined that the animals are well taken care of 👍🏻 A must-see is "Penguins🐧Walking". The penguins will line up and walk swaying. They are super cute and can be viewed from a very close distance. In addition, Asahiyama Zoo has animals divided into different areas. The animals are very energetic and worth a visit for both men and women of all ages ❤️ #travel #Japan #Asahiyama Zoo #Hokkaido #HokkaidoTravel

#日本景点 When you come to Asahikawa, the must-see attraction is definitely Asahiyama Zoo. Many people also take a day trip from Sapporo. Since we are traveling by car, we chose to stay in Asahikawa for one night. The most famous thing about Asahiyama Zoo is the Penguin Walk, which is only held in winter from late December to mid-March every year (please refer to the official website for detailed opening hours). There are only two performances a day. This performance is actually to solve the problem of the penguins' lack of exercise in winter, and it also allows visitors to appreciate the original habits and ecology of the penguins. Winter opening hours: November 11, 2022 (Friday) ~ April 9, 2023 (Sunday) 10:30 am ~ 3:30 pm (last admission/3:00 pm) Admission: 1,000 yen for adults, free for junior high school students and below Parking lot 🅿️Free Asahiyama Zoo 📍〒078-8205 Kuranuma, Higashiasahikawa-cho, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido

🌟In winter, Hokkaido is very windy, blowing painfully on the face. The sky is also filled with fluffy snowflakes. Get up early to go to Asahiyama Zoo to see the penguins. They waddle out so cute. There are also furry little raccoons, whose big tails can be used as scarves. Just looking at them makes you feel warm. 🌟Seals or sea lions, I can't tell them apart. They always seem to have a smiling expression, but I can't tell if their eyes are open or closed. Sometimes they swim happily, and sometimes they float quietly on the surface, basking in the sun. They look so relaxed, but I wonder if they're sleeping. I always feel like animals without fur protection must be cold, while animals with fur protection must have cold feet. 🌟In order to get a close look at polar bears, the zoo designed curved glass windows that protrude from the ground. A big brother stuck his head out and took non-stop photos under the bear's butt, which was really funny. But if you want to see brown bears, you still have to go to the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch, which has 100 purebred Hokkaido brown bears located at the foot of the mountain. The ticket has a picture of a little bear catching fish. The ranch divides the bear areas by age group, and there is food for sale at the entrance. Brown bears are very intelligent, holding onto the iron bars with their paws, their small eyes turning and chattering, especially clever.

Asahikawa City is located in the center of the Hokkaido region. It is named after the Rising Sun River and is the second largest city in Hokkaido after Sapporo. Because it is located in the inland of Hokkaido, the temperature difference between winter and summer is large. The lowest temperature in the history of official Japanese meteorological observation records was -41.0℃. This time I arrived in Hokkaido via Asahikawa, and I felt the cold of winter. It is really not easy for people living in a snowy city. The whole road was covered with snow and wind. It was a wonder, but it was the daily life of people in the north. #NewYearGoodDestinations#Hokkaido #Japan #JapanTravel #Snow

#JapanTravel #HokkaidoTravel #AsahikawaTravel Ahashikawa, where I stopped by during my trip near Sapporo I would like to introduce “Jiyuken,” the most memorable restaurant I visited in Asahikawa. I was worried about waiting because it was a place that appeared in a famous drama, but fortunately, there was no waiting and it was a very small shop. ✅ Address: 8 Chome-左2号 5 Jodori, Asahikawa, Hokkaido 070-0035 Japan ✅ Main menu: Crab meat croquette, fried sweet potato, etc. The price was about 1,500 yen for a set for one person, and I was able to eat. It has a home-style atmosphere and is delicious, so I recommend you visit it at least once when you visit Asahikawa. This week, Hokkaido has been constantly snowing. Even in cold weather, Hokkaido ice cream is really delicious 👍

Day 5 - After breakfast, suppose to take a tram to Makomanai then take a bus to Takino Suzuran (9:45am bus) , however we miss the bus and we took a taxi instead. For those for reference, the bus to Takino is as follow: - ★namboku line [Makomanai Subway Station] 発　→　[Suzuran Park Higashi Guchi] going ・Chuou Bus Takino line [truth 106] ② turn platform ・A fare: 440 yen for adults / 220 yen for children ・The time required: Approximately 32 minutes - We took a taxi to Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kita-Hiroshima 三井アウトレットパーク札幌北広島 - if have time after Takino (can consider to Shiroi Koibito Park - watch Illumination 白い恋人パーク)- but we have spent too much time in Takino. - Later to Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade 狸小路商店街 for dinner Day 6 - Joined a day tour to Asahikawa - Bie - Asahiyama Zoo - Kamifurano Herb Hill - Shirogane Blue Pond (frozen pond.. nothing to shout out loud :P) - Shirahige Falls - Evening at Furano Prince Hotel, explore Ninguru Terrace - After the tour, we went to Sapporo TV Tower that i booked via Klook then we have dinner at Ganso Sapporo Ramen Yokocho 元祖札幌ラーメン横丁" #celebratewithtrip #

#winter2022 #asahikawa #asahiyamazoo The Asahiyama Zoo is a municipal zoo that opened in July 1967 in Asahikawa, Hokkaidō, Japan, and is the northernmost zoo in the country. Penguins are one of the zoo's most popular animals. You can walk through underwater tunnels as they swim overhead. In winter, everyone waits for the penguin walk, when they waddle along outside of their enclosures in front of the crowd like a tiny army.

Despite the freezing weather, with the icy wind biting at every inch of my exposed skin, I can say that I had an amazing time at Asahiyama Zoo! I cannot recommend this zoo enough, from its wide variety of enclosures to the insightful information that the zookeepers had shared, especially during the Penguin Feeding Time. Sadly, me and my family had missed the famed Penguin Walk, which is the talk of the town and the only reason that we had ventured to the zoo in the first place. However, I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of fun that I had even without watching cute penguins scuttling around with their webbed feet. Definitely a must-go if you were to visit Asahikawa!

#2023travelwish High-quality meat, grilled with stone. I personally feel that the price is reasonable considering the quality of this meat. Stone-grilled meat that you can't taste at other restaurants. The meat was delicious and the staff was very friendly, so we had a great time. May this new year take everyone to places that never been before. #hokkaido #asahikawa #2015 #friendstrip

This is Asahiyama zoo located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido prefecture. There are buses to the zoo from Asahikawa station and it takes approximately 45 minutes to reach. The marching event are held twice daily at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m during December till around mid-March when the snow starts to melt. The penguins are so cute! It was so cool to be able to watch them in such close proximity >.< Of course, there are also other animals to visit! #celebratewithtrip