Japan Hokkaido Sapporo Hakodate Toya Otaru 6 Days 4 Nights GOJP9845

09:30 PM Meet at Don Mueang International Airport, International Departures Terminal, 3rd Floor, AIR ASIA X (XJ) counter. Company representatives will assist with documentation and baggage tagging.
02:00 AM Depart for Japan on AIR ASIA X (XJ) flight XJ620 (Tour fare does not include in-flight meals, which are available for purchase on board).

10:40 a.m. Arrive at New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido, Japan (local time is 2 hours ahead of Thailand. Please adjust your watch to the local time for convenient appointments). You will be escorted through immigration and customs.
Important! Fresh food such as meat, vegetables, and fruits are not permitted in Japan. Violators will be subject to arrest and fines. Hokkaido is a beautiful natural area surrounded by mountains. During winter, you can marvel at the magnificent snow.
Noon: Lunch (Meal 1)
Depart for Otaru (approximately 1.5 hours). This small coastal port city is significant and has a rich history. This beautiful and peaceful city is a dream destination for many tourists. Its charm invites exploration. Otaru Canal Cultural Path: With its unique way of life on both sides of the canal that still maintains the traditional Japanese style, the Otaru Canal was built for small boats to transport goods from the port. As technology advanced, these old warehouses along the canal were converted into restaurants with various styles and museums. It's as beautiful as a fairy tale. Visit Otaru Canal, the most famous glass production center. Admire the beauty of colorful glass, as if in a world of imagination. Otaru's famous glass production center also offers a wide variety of glassware for you to admire and buy. This city is famous for its glasswork and the romance of this world. Otaru Music Box Museum: Journey into a land of sweet and charming music and poetry. With a variety of more than 3,000 beautiful music boxes, you will surely relax. You can also choose to create your own music box. You are free to make your own cute music box in your favorite style. Take a trip to Toya City (approximately 2.5 hours), a city with diverse nature. It is renowned for its beautiful scenery, relaxing onsen, and numerous outdoor activities, making it a perfect place to relax.
Dinner (Meal 2)
Accommodation: Toya-onsen Hotel Hanabi Onsen 3* or a nearby hotel in a nearby city.
(the name of your hotel will be provided to you with your reservation 5-7 days before departure).

Breakfast at the hotel (Meal 3).
Feel the breeze and sunshine at the Silo Observatory, a scenic spot offering a panoramic view of the vast landscape. Lake Toya, or Toyako, is located between Hakodate and Sapporo. This large caldera lake is a significant tourist attraction. With a circumference of approximately 40 kilometers, it was formed by a volcanic eruption hundreds of thousands of years ago. Beyond the lake itself, views of Nakajima Island, Mount Usu, Mount Showa-shinzan, the Toyako Onsen district, and the Nishiyama crater can be seen. Mount Yotei, known as the Fuji of Ezo, can also be seen to the west. Continue to Hakodate City (approximately 3 hours). This city is rich in valuable historical sites and was Japan's first port of entry under the Treaty of Allies, serving as a gateway to Western culture. A lovely, peaceful, and warm little town, take a photo and check in at the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse, a warehouse in Hakodate. This newly rebuilt building replaced the old one that was destroyed by a major fire, yet it retains its unique and distinctive traditional architecture. Inside, you'll find a wide variety of Hakodate local products, perfect for souvenirs.
Lunch: Enjoy a free lunch at your leisure, as long as you don't overwhelm your time.
A breathtaking view straight out of a TV series: Hachimanzaka Slope is a popular photo spot. The hill slopes down to the sea, and during winter, the trees are illuminated, making it a popular spot for the Hakodate Light-Up Festival. It's one of the most beautiful hillside views in Hakodate. Experience the Hakodateyama Ropeway for panoramic views of Hakodate (the tour price includes the ropeway ride). Enjoy the most beautiful scenery in Hokkaido (ranked among the top three scenic spots in Japan, the others being Mount Inasa in Nagasaki and Mount Rokko in Kobe). Enjoy a clear evening on a clear day. People flock to the Hakodate Ropeway to secure a spot to enjoy the breathtaking view of the lights adorning Hakodate City, amidst a million stars, as they ascend the 334-meter-high Mount Hakodateyama.
(In the event that the Hakodateyama Ropeway is closed due to inclement weather, unfavorable weather conditions, or other issues, the company reserves the right to substitute a bus route. If the bus route is unavailable, closed for maintenance, or otherwise unavailable, the company may substitute a visit to Goryokaku Tower without prior notice.)
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your leisure, as long as you enjoy your time.
Accommodation: Hotel Mystays Hakodate Station 3* or a nearby hotel.
(The company will inform you of the hotel name with your reservation 5-7 days prior to departure.)

Breakfast at the hotel (Meal 4)
Stroll around Hakodate Asaichi Morning Market (Hakodate Morning Market) and experience the local lifestyle at Hakodate Morning Market, which gathers ingredients from all over Hokkaido. Known as the "Hakodate Kitchen," the market features over 300 stalls, most of which offer fresh produce, dried food, and fruit.
Lunch: Lunch (Meal 5)
Depart for Sapporo (approximately 3 hours), a vibrant northern city, combining classic culture with contemporary architecture. Check in at the iconic Clock Tower. Shoppers can't miss this duty-free shopping destination, offering a wide selection of special-priced and famous Japanese products, such as volcanic foam, vitamins, supplements, creams, and a variety of Japanese sweets. Green tea, a famous Japanese product, is also available for souvenirs. Shop for Hokkaido's famous souvenirs at Shiroi Koibito Chocolate Factory (Shiroi Koibito Park). Visit the birthplace of the famous cookie. This popular Hokkaido souvenir is made by Ishiya. These thin, crispy cookies are sandwiched between sweet, creamy white chocolate. In addition to the classic recipe, they also offer new flavors and a wide variety of other products. This theme park, transformed into a chocolate amusement park, offers free time to shop for souvenirs and take photos at various scenic spots. (The tour fee does not include visits to the production site.)
* If the Shiroi Koibito Chocolate Factory is closed due to inclement weather, unfavorable weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances, these are subject to change. The Sapporo Beer Museum showcases the history of Sapporo Beer through the ages. Hokkaido is renowned as the birthplace of beer production in Japan. It is the oldest and most popular beer brand in the country, having been brewed since 1877 and continues to be exported around the world. This is a great place to learn about this world-renowned product. without prior notice.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at your leisure, as long as it is convenient to avoid disrupting your time.
Accommodation: Tmark City Hotel Sapporo 3* / Odori Smile Hotel Premium Sapporo 3* / Susukino New Otani Inn Sapporo 3* / Hotel Mystays Sapporo Susukino 3* / Quintessa Hotel Sapporo Susukino 3* / 3*, or other hotels in nearby cities.
(The name of your hotel will be announced with your appointment 5-7 days before departure.)
After checking in, we recommend enjoying a leisurely stroll through the Tanuki Koji area, a 1-kilometer-long indoor shopping district divided into seven sections or blocks. Both sides are lined with over 100 shops selling a variety of products, including food, medicine, clothing, and shoes. ABC Mart is also a popular shopping destination, with over 100 years of history. Besides being a shopping center, this over 100-year-old area is also a venue for various events and festivals, serving as a gathering place for young people and a popular dining and drinking area. Susukino, the largest entertainment district in northern Japan, is home to bars, nightclubs, and karaoke bars. It's also a hub for ramen, and is the birthplace of the famous miso ramen, a delicious dish you won't get tired of eating!

Breakfast at the hotel (Meal 6)
Free time to explore at your own pace. No transportation, meals provided by a guide and tour leader.
You can explore and shop with a guide to guide you along the way.
Recommended Itinerary
- JR Tower is the tallest building in Sapporo, located next to JR Sapporo Station. It combines a department store, hotel, movie theater, and food court. It houses a BIG CAMERA store selling digital cameras, electrical appliances, and electronics, a 100-yen shop, UNIQLO selling fashionable clothing for teenagers, and MATSUMOTO KIYOSHI selling medicine and cosmetics. The JR Tower has an observation deck on the 38th floor, called T38 (Tower Three Eight). At 160 meters, the building offers panoramic views of Sapporo city, both day and night. At night, you can see the TV Tower in the middle of Odori Park, illuminated by the Susukino area's skyscrapers. Right in the heart of the city is the ESTA building, whose 10th floor houses a ramen center with around 10 restaurants offering delicious food comparable to the Susukino Ramen Alley. (The tour price does not include tickets to the observation deck, which costs around 700-1000 yen.)
- Nijo Market, a fish market in the heart of Sapporo. Although small, its central location makes it convenient to access and offers a wide range of products. It's a popular destination for both Japanese and international tourists. This fish market features fresh seafood vendors and a variety of processed goods. Don't miss it! For lovers of Hokkaido's famous giant hairy crabs, you'll see live hairy crabs swimming in tanks at affordable prices. Enjoy grilled scallops served with soy sauce. There are also restaurants behind clear curtains for cooked food. Freshly made, you can order at the front and wait to be seated in the back.
- Hokkaido Shrine, located in Sapporo, is one of Hokkaido's oldest Shinto Buddhist shrines. Built during the island's early development, the shrine not only houses four deities, but also connects to Maruyama Park, making it one of the city's most popular sightseeing spots. It's easily accessible by bus or train.
- The Old Hokkaido Government Office, or Akarenga (Japanese for "red brick"), was built in 1888. It's a neo-Baroque American building modeled after the Massachusetts State House in the United States. It's made from over 2.5 million bricks. The government office has a front entrance and access to a separate street at the back, making it a popular thoroughfare for commuters. People are always walking around.
- Odori Park, located in the heart of Sapporo, divides the city into two sides: north and south. This park serves as an oasis for the city, filled with lush greenery and a variety of flowers. In addition to enjoying the lush greenery, the park was built in 1871 to mark the boundary between the northern, administrative, and southern areas, which house residential and commercial areas. The park has become a popular recreational area for residents and a popular tourist attraction.
- Sapporo Clock Tower, an ancient clock tower in Sapporo, is a prominent landmark. Even its exterior reflects the age-old heritage of the city, as it is the oldest Western-style building in Sapporo. Atop the building stands an antique clock that still accurately tells the time, with a bell that chimes every hour to mark the hour. The building's architecture is a wooden structure with a red roof and yellowish-white walls, reminiscent of the houses popular in Central and Western America during the pioneering era. (Tour fee does not include admission to the Clock Tower.)
Lunch and dinner are at your leisure, so as not to disrupt your schedule.
Accommodations: Tmark City Hotel Sapporo 3* / Odori Smile Hotel Premium Sapporo 3* / Susukino New Otani Inn Sapporo 3* / Hotel Mystays Sapporo Susukino 3* / Quintessa Hotel Sapporo Susukino 3* / 3*, or similar hotels in the city.
(The hotel name will be notified to you 5-7 days prior to your departure date along with your appointment.)

Breakfast at the hotel (meal 7) or a boxed lunch (SET BOX) is available if your accommodation is located far from the airport or if the hotel restaurant opens late.
Travel to New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido, Japan, to prepare for your return flight to Thailand.
11:55 AM Depart for Don Mueang International Airport on AIR ASIA X (XJ) flight XJ621. (The tour price does not include in-flight meals, but they are available for purchase on board.)
06:00 PM Arrive safely at Don Mueang International Airport, Thailand.