Hokkaido Flower Tour: Takinoue Shibazakura & Kamiyubetsu Tulips

Meet your tour conductor at the underground passage of JR Sapporo Station (East Exit side). After gathering, you'll board the limited express "Lilac" train departing at 7:13 AM to Asahikawa Station in your reserved seats, and settle in for a relaxing journey through the picturesque Hokkaido landscapes. For those who chose the "Departure from Asahikawa" option, the meeting point will be outside the gates in front of the East Ticket Gate at JR Asahikawa Station. The tour conductor will travel with a group from Sapporo Station, so if there are any delays with the JR train, the meeting time may shift accordingly. Once everyone is gathered, you’ll board a bus that will take you to the 3! stunning flower parks. Please note that the peak bloom period typically falls between mid-May and early June, and the exact timing may vary depending on weather conditions. Since lunch is not included, please be sure to prepare your own meal in advance before coming to the meeting place.

Your first stop takes you to Shibazakura Takinoue Park, a breathtaking sea of pink that stretches across 100,000 square meters. This is a seasonal spectacle where the ground is covered with vibrant shiba-zakura (moss phlox), creating a stunning contrast against the blue sky. The soft, pastel hues of the flowers make for a perfect photo opportunity as you stroll through this beautiful park, where the gentle breeze carries the sweet scent of spring.

Next, experience the dazzling beauty of Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park, home to around 1.2 million tulips in full bloom. As you walk through the park, you’ll be surrounded by a vibrant array of tulips in every color imaginable, creating a sea of flowers that stretches as far as the eye can see. This large tulip field is one of the most famous in Japan, and its vibrant colors are a feast for the eyes, making it a must-see destination for flower lovers.

Continue your flower-filled journey at Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park, where the mountainsides are painted in varying shades of pink from the sprawling fields of shiba-zakura. The contrast of the pink flowers with the backdrop of green hills and clear skies creates an otherworldly scene. As you wander through this serene park, you'll be captivated by the vastness of the floral landscape and the peaceful atmosphere that surrounds you.

After exploring this incredible flower parks, you will head back to Asahikawa Station. For those who have chosen the Asahikawa departure option, the tour will conclude at Asahikawa Station at approximately 8:20 PM. However, please be aware that the tour may be delayed depending on traffic conditions. For those who have chosen the Sapporo departure option, you’ll have some free time to enjoy dinner at your own expense at Asahikawa Station. Afterward, you will board the return limited express “Lilac” train at 10:00 PM, which will take you back to JR Sapporo Station, where the tour will conclude around 11:25 PM.