2025 Jozankei Onsen Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#ViewingMaple #100TravelWays Mid-to-late October in Hokkaido is the best time to enjoy the maple leaves. In addition to Nakajima Park, Hokkaido Shrine and Hokkaido University Ginkgo in downtown Sapporo, the suburban #丁山溪 is also highly recommended and closer to nature. The golden maple leaves in the mountains and valleys are completely different from the red leaves in the city. It is very suitable for planning a 2-day and 1-night self-driving itinerary. The recommendations are as follows: Day-1. Sapporo - Jozankei Onsen - Tsuruga Mori no Uta - Futami Suspension Bridge Light-up Day-2. Hoheikyo Dam-Asari Dam-Otaru Canal-Sapporo Traffic tips: 1. Renting a car and driving yourself is the most maneuverable. The drive from Sapporo to Jozankei takes about 40 minutes. On the way back, you can also walk to Otaru and then return to Sapporo. 2. Take the express bus from Sapporo Station South Exit No. 12 to Jozankei Station. The journey takes about 60 minutes. If you are departing from New Chitose Airport, the journey takes about 90 minutes. Must-see attractions: 1. #Futami Suspension Bridge The representative red suspension bridge of Jozankei is located between the Jozankei Valley. The red leaves of the valley on both sides are super beautiful to be photographed, with gold, red and green, and the color layers are quite rich. There are also lighting activities at night, similar to the sound and light interactive projection of teamLab, which makes the Futami Suspension Bridge and Jozankei very magical and charming. It can be said that there are different styles during the day and at night. 2. #Fengpingxia Dam The dam in the upper reaches of Jozankei is about 15-20 minutes’ drive away. It is also a well-known maple viewing spot in the local area. Without artificial carvings, the red leaves here are more beautiful. The magnificent dam discharge is quite worth seeing, and you can also take an electric car and a small cable car. 3. #Asato Dam When driving from Jozankei to Otaru, you will pass by Otaru Inland Lake and Asato Dam. The most special thing is that from the dam bridge you can take a 360-degree photo of the circular expressway and the red and yellow leaves all over the mountain. The beauty from this angle is so stunning that it is worth stopping. 4. #OtaruCanal This popular attraction needs no introduction. The Otaru Canal and the cultural and creative warehouses along the bank have always been a favorite spot for tourists. Although there are no maple leaves in the city, the canal still looks very exotic when photographed. You can also stroll around the shopping and pedestrian streets and find some food while you are there. Recommended restaurants: #丁山溪鹤雅休闲度假村温泉森之謌 , a well-known hot spring hotel group in Hokkaido, uses wood as a design element, giving travelers the feeling of bathing in the forest. The biggest selling points of Mori no Uta are the hot springs and food. The hot spring water is very smooth and warm, and your skin will be super smooth after soaking in it. The food is a buffet of banquet-level cuisine. In addition to all-you-can-eat seafood, even the desserts are so exquisite and beautiful that you can't stop eating! The basic room type for two people with one night and two meals is priced at about $10,000, which is a good value for money. There are also half-day tours with hot spring bathing and lunch. Must-eat food: #森自餐 The buffet restaurant of Senzhiu Hot Spring Hotel is very attentive to quality and taste, especially the seafood is quite abundant, scallops, sweet shrimps, sashimi, snow crab legs, salmon roe, delicious and sweet, love it! Even the desserts are made with great care, and their exquisiteness is in no way inferior to the cakes sold separately outside. Even if you don't stay at the hotel, you can still make a special trip here to eat. Highly recommended! # 牛かつ 小樽黒泽 A steak specialty store in downtown Otaru, offering local Shirao Wagyu beef. Coin-operated ordering allows you to choose the grade of beef and also opt for Wagyu croquettes as a side dish. For some reason, Japanese fried steak is so delicious. The fat marbling and tender beef really melts in your mouth. The grill pan can also adjust the doneness of the meat according to your own preferences. In short, you must come and try it when you come to Otaru. Shopping Guide: The shopping street of #定山溪温泉 is not big, but it is also suitable for strolling. The local area has created the Kappa legend, which can be said to be the Kappa as a mascot, and has derived many cute peripheral products and sculptures, where you can check in and take photos. Of course, the wine in the hot spring town is also highly recommended and you can have a sip. #小樽购物街 is more lively and fun to visit. There are a lot of handicrafts, such as glass and music boxes, which are quite famous. There are also many kinds of souvenirs, such as Otaru ramen and double cheese cake. People who love shopping should not feel tired after walking for a whole day. #Hokkaido self-driving #Hokkaido maple viewing #Dingshanke maple viewing #Viewing maple #100 ways to travel #Dingshanke hot springs #Hokkaido travel

Jozankei Onsen is a famous hot spring in Hokkaido. Located in Sapporo City, surrounded by beautiful nature, it is perfect for relaxing after a tiring day of sightseeing. There are hotels and resorts that provide hot springs, where you can relax in the natural hot springs rich in minerals, which nourish your body and mind. #NewYearNewTrip #TravelAbroad #TravelJapan #BeautifulPhotoSpots

#Get a discount without relying on luck Open the map app, search for "jozanki onsen" We got on at Susukino Station, it took about 1 hour. If there are a lot of people, you might have to stand the whole way... The cost is in the map app. We used Osaka's ica card, so we can use it here!! Bus lines 7H, 7J, 8J, any of these three lines can be taken. Just like that, we got to take pictures of fluffy snow all over the city.

📍 Private baths with 4 concepts ➰ Use depending on whether there is a light on the screen in front of the private bath entrance ➰ Showering is not allowed inside the private bath, so take a shower in the room and use the private bath ➰ Private baths can be used for 45 minutes and empty rooms are available ➡️ There is a rock in the bath called JAKU, which is pretty for taking pictures 📍 Large bath ➰ Those with tattoos are advised not to use the large bath. It is not prohibited, but it is better not to use it from the beginning because complaints may be filed. 📍 You can rent a yukata for free on the 1st floor. ➰ Pretty yukatas disappear quickly, so take your yukata with you when you check in!! 📍 The jacuzzi in the room has a cold water faucet and a hot water button on the wall before you go in to shower ➰ It is too cold to keep the window open in winter, so we recommend closing the window after enjoying the hot spring #Private bath #Private bath

🛁 Jozankei 🚩 Location: Jozankei Onsen, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 🕒 Operating Hours: Open year-round 📝 Jozankei is a hot spring village located in the southern part of Sapporo, Hokkaido, offering a unique experience that blends nature and history. Situated within Shikotsu-Toya National Park, it boasts scenic views of the Toyohira River and surrounding mountains. It's an ideal place to relax and enjoy foot baths and hot springs. The walking trail around the Futami Tsuribashi Bridge is particularly recommended for nature lovers, with around 800 species of wild plants growing in the area.

🍦 J・glacée Why go: J・glacée is the best place to enjoy delicious desserts in Jozankei, Hokkaido. Made with Hokkaido milk, the soft serve ice cream is topped with seasonal fruits and comes in a variety of flavors. It's the perfect way to relieve travel fatigue and enjoy a sweet treat. Cons: Popular items can have long waits, so it's best to visit with plenty of time to spare. #OverseasTravel

🌿 J・glacée Front Garden 🚩 Location: Jozankei Onsen, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 🕒 Opening hours: Open freely 📝 The garden in front of J・glacée is located on the way to Furukawa Ryokan and is a space where visitors can relax. It is decorated with various plants and beautiful scenery, making it the perfect place to relax with apple pie. A small break in the garden will be a special experience that will allow you to feel Hokkaido's nature even more deeply. #Overseas travel

🧁 J・glacée 🚩 Location: 356 Nishi 4-chome, Jozankei Onsen, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 🕒 Operating hours: 9:30 ~ 17:00 (There are irregular holidays) 📝 J・glacée is located in the Jozankei Onsen town and offers a variety of desserts using fresh local fruits. Apple pie and soft serve ice cream are the signature menu items here, giving you the chance to truly experience the taste of Hokkaido. Enjoy a leisurely sweet dessert after your hot spring bath here. #Overseas travel

If you talk about Hokkaido, another place that you shouldn't miss is Jozankei and Futamitsuri Bridge, located in Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 061-2303 Japan. It is a red suspension bridge on a hiking trail in Jozankei Onzen. Another beautiful photo spot that tourists shouldn't miss is the 23-meter long red bridge with beautiful scenery. Most importantly, don't forget to take a picture of "Kappa Pond", a pond with a legend of the river spirit "Kappa", a demon that we are familiar with. Especially during the autumn leaves here, I must say that it is so beautiful that I want you to see it with your own eyes. #VisitHokkaido #jozankei #japantravel #autumnleavesinJapan 📍Address:📍Address:

Jozankei, a hot spring town near Sapporo... This is one of the famous autumn foliage spots in Hokkaido, and is especially loved by Sapporo citizens. The hot spring water is simple, but the water quality is good... #japantrip #hokkaido #jozankei #autumn #japantrip #hokkaido #hokkaido #jozankei #autumntravel #autumntravel