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You will be soothed by the breathtaking view of the overwhelming carpet of green.
The contrast between the light and the moss will give you a sense of the beauty and depth of nature.
Moss has even grown on fallen trees, and its unique character and depth are captivating!
Using a magnifying glass or a camera with a built-in macro mode will make it even more fun and exciting.
A fluffy world that reminds you of the world of Ghibli as far as the eye can see!
Along the way, you'll get a sense of adventure as you step over and dive under fallen trees.
Moss Corridor Trekking Tour near Shikotsu
- Location
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose
- Available Period
May~ November
- Duration
~2.5 hours
- Fee
Tour Highlights
- Visit a space that will make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time to the world of Ghibli
- A world of over 80 types of moss
- Join the first local guide shop in Shikotsu!
Come visit this famous Moss Corridor in Shikotsu on the great guided tour!
The Moss Corridor is considered a “power spot” that was created by the volcanic activity around Lake Shikotsu. Even today, due to the ever-changing topography the Lake Shikotsu area has a completely different look depending on the season. You’ll be amazed by the scenery and moss art that hase been created over many years!
- 6 years and older
- Participants must be able to walk ~3 hours
Meeting Location
Guesthouse Shikotsukamui
Meeting Address
Shikotsuko Onsen Parking Lot, Chitose, Hokkaido
Meeting Location Details
[By car]
If you are driving, set your navigation system to “Shikotsuko Onsen” and head to the shopping street parking lot on the shore of Lake Shikotsu. Looking from the parking lot, you will see the “Guest House Shikotsu Kamui” sign in the center of the shopping street.
[By bus]
If you are taking the bus, get off at the “Shikotsuko Onsen” bus stop and you will see the shopping street on your left. You will then see the sign in the center of the row of cars along the parking lot. It is about a one-minute walk from the bus stop.
Access to Meeting Location
[By car]
- ~70 minutes from Sapporo
- ~40 minutes from New Chitose Airport
- ~30 minutes from Tomakomai
- ~70 minutes from Jozankei
- ~90 minutes from Niseko
[By public transportation]
- Take the JR (~40 minutes by rapid train) from Sapporo Station to New Chitose Airport (in front of Chitose Station), then take a bus to Lake Shikotsu.
- Take the bus (~1 hour) to Lake Shikotsu.
Bus timetable:
New Chitose Airport⇔Chitose Station⇔Lake Shikotsu Onsen Town
What to Bring & Wear
- Clothes that are easy to move in and you don’t mind getting dirty
- Trekking shoes, sneakers or other easy-to-walk-in shoes
- Towel
- Drinks
- Sunglasses
Overview
- Available Period
-
May~ November
- Duration
~2.5 hours
May~ June1) 09:00〜11:30
2) 12:00〜14:30
3) 15:00〜17:30October
1) 09:00～11:00
2) 12:00～14:30November
1) 09:30〜12:00
- Fee
Participant (6 years and older): 8,700yen
Solo participant: 10,900yen
- What's Included
- Magnifying glass rental
- Guide
- Pictures
- Insurance
- Consumption tax
- Natural insect repellent
- Payment
Prepayment by credit card
- English Level
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1= can't speak English at all / 5= native speaker
Cancellation / Changes
- A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled on the day of the event or in case of a no-show
- A cancellation fee of 75% is charged if cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 2 days or less before the event
- Location
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose
- Available Period
May~ November
- Duration
~2.5 hours
- Fee
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It was fun
I was the only participant and had a one-on-one guide, which was a real luxury. The guide explained things carefully and kept pace with me, which was very much appreciated. Thank you very much. I felt truly relaxed. (This review has been machine translated)
It was fun