Noboribetsu (登別) is one of the best onsen destinations from Sapporo, dotted with family-oriented theme parks, hiking trails and fabulous hot springs. We recommend traveling by train using the JR Pass.
⚫︎ Last updated: May 2024. Timetables, business hours and prices are subject to change. Check the latest information.
The Key
⚫︎ Visiting Noboribetsu’s must-see theme parks: Date Jidaimura and the Bear Park.
⚫︎ Exploring around the steamed ‘hell valley’.
⚫︎ Soaking at the Dai-ichi Takimotokan, known as the ‘onsen heaven’.
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Itinerary
d. 9:44
Take the limited express Hokuto 8 for Hakodate.
a. 11:00 / d. 11:05
Take the bus for Ashiyu-iriguchi (足湯入口) via Noboribetsu-onsen bus terminal.
a. 11:11 / d. 13:51
Explore this Edo period theme park and have lunch. Take the bus for Ashiyu-iriguchi via Noboribetsu-onsen bus terminal.
a. 13:59
14:10
Take the ropeway to the summit. Explore the bear park and the reconstructed Ainu village overlooking the lake Kuttara-ko.
15:30
Noboribetsu’s must-see attraction. Walking around the “Hell Valley”. During warmer months, you can continue walk to Oyu-numa hot-water marsh and Oyunuma-gawa Brook Natural Footbath.
16:30
Enjoy the onsen experience. Day bathing is possible (discounted rates available after 4pm). Have dinner at on-site restaurant.
d. 20:00
Take the bus for Noboribetsu Station. The last bus from Noboribetsu-onsen is at 21:05.
a. 20:12 / d. 20:26
Take the limited express Hokuto 19 for Sapporo.
21:41
Finish!
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