Sapporo 1 Day Walking &
Photography Tour
Guided day tour from Sapporofrom
Join us on this special walking & photography tour of Sapporo to capture the stunning landscapes of Houheikyo, Jozankei and Mt. Moiwa through the lens.
We are no longer taking bookings for this tour
Our team at Adventure Hokkaido is still small and, due to high demand for tours, our guides have little availability for the foreseeable future.
For this reason, we have decided to stop offering day tours for the time being and focus our energy on our Multi-day Guided Tours. As our team grows, we hope to offer day tours again in the future.
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Tour Duration
1 Day -
Minimum Travellers
4 People -
Accommodation
Day trip -
Tour Starts
Sapporo -
Included Meals
1 Lunch -
Tour Finishes
Sapporo
Tour Highlights
- Visit the rustic hot spring village of Jozankei and Lake Jozan, in Shikotsu-Toya National Park.
- Hike to Mt Moiwa (531m/1,742ft) to revel in its unrivalled sunset views.
- Hone your own artist’s eye and creativity as you are guided by a Sapporo based professional photographer.
About Sapporo
Hokkaido’s capital Sapporo is a modern, vibrant city filled with both natural & cultural attractions. With a population of 1.9 million, Sapporo is the largest city in the prefecture. As a member of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network since 2013, Sapporo boasts a rich diversity of arts and culture, which will be evident to visitors in the urban parks, museums and festivals hosted throughout the year.
We invite you to join us on a special walking tour, camera in hand, to discover the stunning landscape surrounding Shikotsu-Toya National Park, the traditional onsen village of Jozankei and Mt Moiwa, nominated as one of the top three night view observatories in Japan.
Who is this tour for?
- Active travellers who enjoy leisurely walks in both urban and natural settings.
- Curious travellers who enjoy a mixture of activities & sightseeing and learning about the regions they visit.
This walking tour is carefully paced for active travellers who love photography, and is designed to provide you with ample time to connect personally with Hokkaido’s people, culture and landscapes in focused and interesting ways. You’ll be led by renowned Sapporo-based photographer, Daisuke Kondo, who will generously share his photography skills and the hidden mysteries of the areas we are visiting. Your creative ambitions will soar with this unique opportunity to explore and immortalize the beauty of Sapporo through photography.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
We run this tour during the snow free months between May and October and anytime during this period is an ideal time to go! Catch the cherry blossoms and spring flowers in early May. Late May to June is the season of fresh verdure, and a pleasant time to hike to smaller mountains like Mt Moiwa (531m/1,742ft). July is still relatively dry and enjoys warm weather, and in August the temperature reaches its peak (22°C/71°F on average) and we pull out our short sleeves to make the most of the summer days! September and October are our autumn months, when we start seeing the change of foliage colour, a sign that Mother Earth is preparing herself for the long, snowy winter of Hokkaido.
Tour Inclusions
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.- Lunch
- Guided walking & photography tour
- One way cable car ticket at Mt Moiwa
- English speaking professional Japanese photography & walking guide
Meet your guide
What to bring on your Sapporo 1 Day Walking & Photography Tour
Essentials
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Adequate footwear for hiking
- Fleece jacket (even in summer the temperature can drop below 15˚C/60˚F)
- Gloves, beanie, and other items to keep you warm
- Sun hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Water bottle or hydration system of more than 1L
- Small towel for drying your feet after foot spa
- Personal medications
- Travel insurance
- Camera
- Backpack with enough capacity to carry all of the above
- Rain cover for the backpack
Recommended
- Personal snacks
- Walking poles
- Tripod
We supply
- Lunch, drink and snacks
- First aid kit
- Safety equipment and maps
Camera & Equipment
Most people on our photography tour use a DSLR or mirrorless camera but a compact digital camera will also be fine, provided it has some individual controls. An iPhone can be a great tool if you are confident how to get the most out of it and are happy with the photo file size. Some people use medium format cameras too.
Tripods can be especially useful in low light and at night. A solid but light tripod will work for most people. Modern cameras are more flexible so some people will choose not to bring a tripod. If you are unsure anything about the equipment, please let us know at the time of booking.
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Maple leaves tinted in the autumn air
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Jozankei gorge ablaze in autumn colours
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Houheikyo Dam amidst autumn colours
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Jozankei hot springs onsen village
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Sheer rock faces alive with autumn colours make picturesque scenes for your photography
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View of Sapporo City from Mt Moiwa
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Evening view of Sapporo captured from Mt Moiwa
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View of Lake Jozan from Houheikyo Dam
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View of Lake Sapporo