Scenic Shakotan Autumn Tour (Excluding Multilingual Audio System)
Operation Period

Oct 1 - 31, 2026 
(No service on Oct  7, 14, 21, 28)
Duration



9 hrs and 48 min (If there are no passengers getting off in Otaru)
9 hrs and 58 min (If passengers are getting off in Otaru)
Distance
216km
Embarkation Point
Sapporo Station
Departure and Arrival Times


Sapporo Station: Dep. 8:40 Arr. 18:26 (If there are passengers getting off in Otaru)
Sapporo Station: Dep. 8:40 Arr
Fare
AdultsJPY 9,500
Children(6-12y)JPY 6,500
Important Notice:
*Includes lunch, and admission to Misaki-no-yu hot springs.

Face towels and bath towels are not included. Please bring your own or use the paid rental towels available on-site.

Enjoy a breath of fresh air and a 360-degree panoramic view of nature
This tour takes you to Cape Kamui which is a headland in Shakotan Peninsula. Drive route 229 and see spectacular view of cliff as well as strange and rough rocks. Visit “Shimamui Coast” and “Cape Kamui”, which are the highlights of Shakotan Peninsula. The view from the Shimamui Coast, which is listed among the best 100 coasts of Japan, is said to be the greatest one in Shakotan Peninsula. You will walk through the 30-meter tunnel to access the view point, which is an open-cut tunnel built by hand for herring transport in the 28th years of the Meiji Period (1895).
Local legend has it that any ship, which has women on board, will sink if it tries to sail past the Cape Kamui, which prohibited the presence of women in early times. This is also the subject of Yoshitsune’s lost love story.

We will make a stop at Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan, a hot spring and public bath house for lunch and a dip in the hot springs.
Enjoy the magnificent view of the Sea of Japan from the outdoor hot tubs. On the way back to Sapporo we will stop at Tanaka Sake Brewery where we will enjoy tasting sake. Passengers also have the option of getting off at Otaru Station.
Itineraries
Departure 08:40
Sapporo Station
Sapporo Kita IC -> Otaru IC
9:57~10:15
Roadside Station Space Apple Yoichi (rest) 【Approx. 20min】*①
11:25~12:10
Cape Kamui (explore)【45min】*②
12:25~14:35
Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan (Bathing and lunch)【130min】*③
14:45~15:10
Shimamui Coast (free time)【25min】*④
16:45~17:05
Tanaka Sake Brewery Kikkogura (tasting/shopping)【20min】*⑤
Arrival 17:15

Ironai 1-chome Bus Stop (drop-off only, passed if there are no passengers getting off)
Arrival 17:20

Otaru Station (drop-off only, passed if there are no passengers getting off)
Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC
 Arrival 17:55

Nishimachi Kita 20 and Miyanosawa Station (4-minute walk from bus stop) (Drop-off is possible)
Arrival 18:10
Kita 1 Nishi 12 (Drop-off is possible)
 Arrival 18:20
Kita 1 Jo Nishi 4-chome (Drop-off is possible)
Arrival 18:25
Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop-off is possible)
Arrival 18:36
Sapporo Station
※①Recommended items at Space Apple Yoichi (To be confirmed, and subject to change)
[ The Yoichi apple pie ] ¥450 (with tax) per piece.
Made with generous amounts of Yoichi apples and carefully hand-baked, this signature apple pie sells over 50,000 slices every year.
*The apple pies are popular and may not be available.
[ Hokkaido Milk Soft Serve Ice Cream ] ¥450 (with tax).
Rich and creamy! Made with generous amounts of Hokkaido milk.
Savor the deep flavor and gentle sweetness that spreads with every mouthful.
  • ※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.
Meals

  • Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan
  • Seafood hot pot (Hama-nabe), fried hokke (Okhotsk atka mackerel), 2 small side dishes, and rice
    *The side dishes are sesame okra and lotus shoot (subject to change depending on availability)
    *Meal content will depend on what fish is available, and is subject to change.
    *Photo is for illustrative purpose only.

Special Notes
Please come to the ticket window 15 minutes before departure to exchange your ticket. 
One tours resume at the Nikka Whisky Distillery, the course will make stops at the distillery (we will not make a stop at Tanaka Sake Brewery).
Duration of sightseeing may be changed due to the traffic and the number of passengers
Arrival time will be earlier than scheduled time due to the holiday break or the restriction condition of the facility.
Please allow enough time for transfer to the other modes of transport, because buses may be delayed due to the traffic jams or adverse weather conditions.
Tours may be cancelled due to a disaster (road closure due to marathon race) etc. Please contact us and check the situation with the tour in the event of abnormal weather.
From early October until next spring, repair work is planned on the protective fencing and other facilities along the walking trail beyond the “Women Prohibited Gate” at Cape Kamui Nature Park. During construction, visitors will not be able to proceed from the gate to the tip of the cape.
We sincerely apologize and appreciate your understanding.
There is an observation deck near the Women Prohibited Gate, so the full view of the cape can still be enjoyed even while access restrictions are in place.
Operating Bus Company
Hokkaido Chuo Bus Sapporo Bus Terminal, Business Hours: 7:30 AM- 6:00 PM, +81 (0)570-200-600
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