All Reviews for Top Hokkaido Attractions

I participated in this tour as a solo traveler without a car. I joined during the September 2020 holiday, and with two buses operating at less than 50% capacity, they took COVID-19 precautions seriously.

In the morning, I enjoyed fried sweet potatoes and cut melon at Lake Mashu. At Sulfur Mountain, I had eggs and soft serve ice cream, indulging in Hokkaido's (B-class?) gourmet food.

I chose to leave the tour at Lake Mashu and took a local bus back. This allowed me to extend my stay by an hour, during which I walked along the lakeshore, enjoyed a hot spring, had some tea, and returned to Kushiro Station around 6 PM.

I appreciated the scenic views from the bus, and I think it was a cost-effective tour that properly covered highlights like Lake Kussharo.

車無しの一人旅で、参加しました。2020年9月連休に参加して、バス2台で乗車率は50％未満と、コロナ対策はとられていました。
午前中から、摩周湖ではあげいもとカットメロンを。硫黄山では卵とソフトクリームをいただきまして、北海道(B級？)グルメも満喫できました。
摩周湖ではツアーから離脱して、路線バスで戻ることを選択しました。滞在時間を1H延ばすことができて、湖畔を散歩して、温泉に入って、お茶して、釧路駅に18時頃に戻りました。
車窓の景色も楽しめるし、屈斜路湖とか見所をきちんと回っていただいて、コスパもよいツアーだと思います。

I participated in mid-October. The autumn leaves were almost gone, but the weather was favorable overall. However, since the temperature was low, I think it's better to dress warmly. Lake Mashu was clear without any fog, and it looked very vivid.

10月中旬に参加しました。紅葉は終わりかけでしたが、天気にも恵まれ全体的に良かったです。ただ、気温が低いので暖かい格好をした方がいいと思います。摩周湖は霧がなく、とてもクッキリと見えました。

I used this for traveling to Akan Lake Onsen. I'm glad I was able to visit Akan Lake, Kussharo Lake, and Mashu Lake. There are plenty of highlights, such as Mount Io and Kawayu. I could see cranes and cows from the window. The tour guide provided various explanations.

阿寒湖温泉までの移動に使いました。
阿寒湖　屈斜路湖　摩周湖をすべて周れてよかった。硫黄山や川湯など見どころが満載です。
車窓からはタンチョウや牛が観えました。添乗員さんがいろいろ説明してくれます。

It was great.
The scenery from the canal cruise looked different and was quite impressive.
I was just disappointed that I couldn't take a photo of myself on the boat.

良かったです
運河クルーズから見る風景はまた違って見ごたえがありました
ただ自分自身の船に乗ってる写真を撮れなかったが残念

We were blessed with clear weather, and I was moved by the stunning view of Lake Mashu. Above all, the role of the guide is crucial when it comes to sightseeing buses. This time, we had a veteran guide whose fluent storytelling captivated us, and we had a wonderful and enjoyable time. There was a stop at Sulfur Mountain in the itinerary, but I thought it could have been skipped.

晴天に恵まれ、摩周湖がしっかりと見えて感動しました。そして何よりも観光バスと言ったらガイドさんの占める割合が重要。このたびはベテランでのガイドさんで、流暢な話に聞き入りとても楽しい、素晴らしい時間を過ごすことができました。
行程のなかに、硫黄山がありましたが、なくても良いと思いました。

It was my family's first trip to Hokkaido, and although we were worried about COVID, we had no problems and were able to see a lot of things. My family was really happy. The all-you-can-eat melons were the best—sweet and incredibly delicious. The Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls were very beautiful. I want to use Veltra for my next trip.

家族と初の北海道旅行でコロナの心配もあったのですが全然問題なく色々見れました^_^
家族も凄く喜んでくれました。
メロン食べ放題は最高
甘くてめちゃくちゃ美味しかった。
青い池と白ひげの滝は凄く綺麗でした。
またveltraを使って旅行したいと思います。

The weather was bad, and I couldn't see anything at Lake Mashu because of the fog. At Lake Akan, I couldn't enjoy the beautiful scenery due to the rain. However, I was able to see a red-crowned crane along the way.

天気が悪く、摩周湖は霧で何も見えませんでした。阿寒湖は、雨で綺麗な景色を見ることができませんでした。
でも、途中タンチョウ鶴を見ることができました。

"I was told by a local, 'It will be sunny tomorrow, so you'll definitely be able to see Lake Mashu,' and it turned out just like that. I also had enough time to buy souvenirs, so I didn't have to rush. It was a lot of fun. Thank you very much."

「明日は晴れるからきっと摩周湖が見れるよ」と前日に地元の方に言われて、その通りになりました。お土産もしっかり買う時間もあったのでバタバタしなくて済みました。楽しかったです。有難うございました。

The most enjoyable part was definitely Asahiyama Zoo. The way the exhibits were arranged was interesting, making it exciting and fun even for adults. The displays featuring the seals and hippos were particularly entertaining. I was surprised by how spacious the zoo was. The soft serve ice cream I had inside the zoo was incredibly delicious and addictive.

一番楽しかったのがやはり旭山動物園でした。
展示の仕方が面白かったので大人でもワクワク楽しかったです。
アザラシとカバのてんじの所が面白かったです。
動物園内がとても広くてビックリしました。
園内で食べたソフトクリームがとても美味しくてクセになりそうな美味しさ。

I boarded at 5:00 PM.
It was nice to see the sunset; it was beautiful.
It rained a little, but I was able to enjoy it without worrying.
I was lucky to be able to go out to sea.
The splashes of water were fun.
If I have the chance to come to Otaru again, I would like to ride again.
The staff were also kind.

17:00に乗船しました。
ちょうど日が落ちる感じが見れたので良かったです。キレイでした。
雨が少し降っていましたが、気にすることなく楽しめました。
海の方へ出れたのでラッキーでした。
水しぶきとか飛んできて楽しかったです。
また小樽に来る機会があったら乗りたいです。
スタッフの方も親切でした。

It was unfortunately rainy on the day of our visit, but thanks to that, we were able to see many animals. (In summer, it seems that animals are more likely to appear after rain or during light rain.) Due to the rain, Lake Mashu and Lake Kussharo were shrouded in mist... what a pity. By the time we arrived at Lake Akan, the rain had stopped, and we had a fulfilling two hours of free time for sightseeing. Deer came down from the mountains to a distance where we could almost touch them! Thank you for accommodating the change in pickup location. I would love to visit again in winter if the opportunity arises.

当日はあいにくの雨でしたが、おかげで動物が多く見られました。
（夏は暑いので、雨上がりや小雨の方が出現するそう）
雨のために摩周湖と屈斜路湖は霧の中…残念。
阿寒湖に着く頃には雨があがり、フリータイムの2時間は充実して観光できました。
触れるような距離にシカが山から降りてきました！
ピックアップ場所変更にも対応していただき、ありがとうございました。
また機会があれば冬に行ってみたいですね。

The new bus guide was very comforting! Kind and attentive! Thank you so much! The driver was also a nice person. Due to the impact of COVID-19 and it being a weekday, it was not crowded, allowing for a relaxed and enjoyable sightseeing experience.

新人のバスガイドさん。このガイドさんに沢山癒されました！優しく、丁寧！本当にありがとう！ドライバーの方も良い方でした。コロナの影響と平日という事もありすいていて、ゆったり出来、良い観光が出来ました。

I participated because I could enjoy both a popular zoo and a spot featured in the guide. The zoo was great, but I was simply amazed by the beauty of the blue pond! The all-you-can-eat lunch and melon were nice, but it was a shame I got full after just four pieces. The driver was from China and was very courteous. There were also participants from China on the same tour, which must have been reassuring. Due to COVID, many events at the zoo were canceled, so I would like to visit again when I have the chance.

人気の動物園とガイドにも載っているスポットがどちらも楽しめるということで参加しました。
動物園はもちろんの事、青い池の綺麗さにただただ感動！
お昼とメロン食べ放題も良かったですが、4切れでお腹いっぱいになったのが残念。
ドライバーさんは中国の方でしたが、丁寧に対応してくださいました。同じツアーに中国の参加者がいらっしゃったので、心強かったのではないでしょうか。
コロナということで、動物園もイベントが色々中止になってたので、また機会があればゆっくり行ってみたいです。

We participated as a family of five, including a preschooler.

We were impressed by the beautiful lake and moved by the smoking sulfur mountain!

Also, our guide was absolutely wonderful!

They shared a wide range of topics, including the seasons, industries, and history, making our first trip to Eastern Hokkaido much richer and more enjoyable. They also kindly consulted with us about our free time at Lake Akan, allowing us to fully enjoy it.

I was a bit worried about the long tour and how the kids would handle it, but the seats were spacious, and there were breaks at appropriate times, so we were able to participate happily. During the breaks, the guide's information about soft serve ice cream and boiled eggs was very helpful.

I would love to participate again in a different season!

保育園児を含む家族5人で参加しました。

美しい湖に感激、煙を上げる硫黄山に感動！

そして、ガイドさんがとっても素敵でした！

季節のこと、産業のこと、歴史のことなどなど、多岐に渡ってお話くださり、とても楽しくわかりやすくて、初めての道東旅行がより豊かなものになりました。
阿寒湖でのフリータイムについても親身に相談に乗っていただき、存分に楽しむことができました。

長いツアーで、子ども達が大丈夫かと少し心配しましたが、シートもゆったり、適度なタイミングで休憩があり、楽しく参加できました。休憩中もガイドさんのソフトクリーム情報やゆで卵情報が大変参考になりました。

また違う季節に、ぜひ参加したいです!

It was a very efficient bus tour that allowed us to visit Lake Mashu, Iouzan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. The guide was skilled and explained everything clearly, which deepened our understanding of the sightseeing spots—a benefit unique to bus tours that individual travelers might miss. The only downside was the heavy rain and strong winds, especially in the first half. There's nothing we could do about that, but we were able to see the misty Lake Mashu, so I consider it a win. We also spotted about six red-crowned cranes from the bus window.

摩周湖、硫黄山、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖をとても効率良く観光できるバスツアーでした。
ガイドさんの話も上手でとても分かりやすく、観光地に関する理解がより深まるのは個人旅行にはない観光バスならではのメリットだと改めて感じました。
唯一残念だったのは特に前半に降りしきっていた暴風雨。
こればかりはどうにもなりませんが、霧の摩周湖が見られたので良しとします。
車窓にタンチョウも6羽ほど確認できました。

On the last day of my trip to Eastern Hokkaido, I boarded from MOO near the hotel and got off at Kushiro Airport. Despite it being September, Kushiro experienced an unusual heat of 28 degrees, but I was most delighted to be able to see the full view of Lake Mashu, which I had longed to visit. I also thought the time allocation for the subsequent itinerary was good. The guide was knowledgeable and had a great singing voice, which made the tour even more fulfilling. Although I participated alone, it became a memorable experience.

道東旅行最終日にホテル近くのMOOから乗車、釧路丹頂空港で下車しました。
9月になるというのに釧路は28度という異例の暑さでしたが、憧れの摩周湖の全容を眺め下すことができたのが一番嬉しかったです。その後の行程の時間配分も良かったと思います。
ガイドさんは知識が豊富で歌もお上手でツアーをより充実したものにしてくれました。
一人参加でしたが思い出深いものになりました。

The driver was polite and made me feel at ease. They kindly helped with the order in the dining area. The all-you-can-eat melon exceeded my expectations. It was delicious!

運転手さんも丁寧で安心できました。食堂でオーダーも手伝ってくださり、親切でした。
メロンの食べ放題は期待以上でした。美味しかったです！

The instructor's explanations were easy to understand. They were cheerful and made the experience comfortable. We kayaked around Lake Shikotsu and the Chitose River. Due to the strong winds, we mainly focused on the Chitose River, which was beautiful and lovely. I was also glad to receive some photos.

インストラクターのかたの説明が分かりやすかったです。明るく声かけしていただいて過ごしやすかったです。カヤックで支笏湖と千歳川を回りました。風が強かったため、千歳川メインでしたが、美しい川で綺麗でした。写真も頂けてよかったです。

It was great to efficiently visit various tourist attractions in one day, as it would be difficult without a car. I think it would have been even better if we could have stopped by the Kushiro Wetlands as well.

車がないと行きづらいいろいろな観光名所に1日で効率良く行けて良かったです。
釧路湿原も立ち寄れたらさらに良かったと思いました。

Taking a sightseeing boat on Lake Akan takes just a little over an hour, but this tour allows for a two-hour stay, so you need to consider whether you'll have enough time for lunch before the bus departure. It was also mentioned that you can opt not to take the tour bus and instead take a local bus back to Kushiro Station without any additional charge (using the tour ticket). This means you can fully enjoy sightseeing at Lake Akan and the nearby Kamui Kotan, then return by local bus.

In the end, our family decided to return on the tour bus, but since the arrival time at Lake Akan may vary depending on the road conditions that day, I think it's best to decide while on the bus heading to Lake Akan. The day we participated was rainy and cloudy, so the visibility wasn't great, but the guide on the bus provided various introductions and was helpful with our questions. Participants were seated with space between them, and hand sanitizer was also provided.

阿寒湖で遊覧船に乗ると1時間少しかかりますが、このツアーでは2時間の滞在なので、お昼を食べる時間も含めてバスの出発時間に間に合うか、遊覧船に乗る前に考える必要があります。このツアーバスには乗らずに、そのあとの路線バスに乗って釧路駅まで戻ることも追加料金なしで（ツアーの切符で）可能とのことでした。なので阿寒湖と近くのカムイコタンを存分に観光して、路線バスに乗って帰ってくることもできます。
結局、私たち家族連れはそのままツアーバスで戻りましたが、その日の道路状況によって阿寒湖への到着時間も違うでしょうから、どうするか阿寒湖へ向かうバスの中で決めるのがよいと思います。
私たちが参加した日は雨と曇りの天気でしたので、見晴らしはよくありませんでしたが、バスの中ではガイドさんがいろいろ紹介してくれたり、相談に乗ってくれて助かりました。参加者が間隔をとって座れていましたし、手指消毒用のアルコール液も用意されていました。

You can efficiently tour the three major lakes even without a car. It's recommended for those who cannot drive. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy on the day of our visit, but I've heard that there are many days when you can't see anything due to fog, so it can't be helped. The guide was a first-year rookie, but they were singing earnestly.

車がなくても効率よく３大湖を観光することができます。運転ができない方にお勧めです。当日はあいにくの曇天でしたが、霧で全く見えない日も多いそうなので仕方ないですね。ガイドさんが１年目の新人さんでしたが、懸命に歌を歌っていました。

Every year, I go to Hokkaido during Obon and take a taxi tour. This year, due to COVID-19, we had to wear masks while sightseeing, which brought down the excitement a bit, but the driver was very courteous and guided us well, allowing us to enjoy the sights at a leisurely pace. Because of the pandemic, there were fewer tourists, so we felt like we had the sightseeing boat at Lake Onuma almost to ourselves, which was a nice bonus. I would like to use taxi tours again next time.

毎年、お盆に北海道に出かけて、タクシー観光をしているのですが、今年はコロナ過でマスクを付けての観光なのでテンションは少し下がりましたが、ドライバーさんに丁寧に案内されてゆっくり観光できました。コロナの影響で観光客も少ないので大沼の遊覧船もほとんど独占状態で観光できて得した気分です。次回もタクシー観光を利用したいと思います。

On the day of departure, it unfortunately rained from the morning. When I arrived at Lake Mashu, as expected, I couldn't see anything due to the fog. This gives me a reason to come back. I couldn't confirm whether the sand bath at Lake Kussharo was hot water or not. There were people digging, but it didn't seem like they were soaking in hot water. At Lake Akan, the sun peeked out, and I enjoyed walking through the forest and strolling along the lakeside. Lake Mashu must be beautiful when visible, but I couldn't appreciate the charm of Lake Kussharo. I thought I would like to stay at Lake Akan next time. I think it's good for those who want to see three lakes for the first time. I also stopped by Sulfur Mountain along the way, and smelling the sulfur made me feel that there is volcanic activity in the area. I enjoyed touching the steam and the hot springs.

出発当日は朝からあいにくの雨。
摩周湖に到着したら予想どおり霧で何も見えません。
また来る理由が出来ました。
屈斜路湖の砂湯はお湯かどうかは確認出来なかったです。
掘ってる人は居ましたが、お湯に浸かってるという感じでは無さそうでした。
阿寒湖は晴れ間も出て林の中を歩いたり湖畔を散歩したりで楽しめました。
摩周湖は見えたら綺麗なのでしょうが屈斜路湖は良さが分からなかったです。
次は阿寒湖に泊まりたいなと思いました。
初めてでとりあえず三つの湖を見たいと言う人には良いと思います。
硫黄山にも途中で寄りましたが、硫黄の臭いを嗅ぐとこの辺りは火山活動があるんだと感じられて、湯気や温泉が沸いてるのを触れて、楽しめました。

It was a tour with 15 participants. It was a spacious tour with one person using two seats. The weather was good at the time of departure, but as we got closer to Lake Mashu, the fog rolled in. It truly lived up to its reputation as the foggy Lake Mashu. After that, we visited Mount Iou, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan, but aside from encountering a group of children at Lake Kussharo, it was a tour where we saw very few people. Thanks to that, we were able to quietly stroll and explore the lakeside. It was a fun Pirika-go tour.

参加者15名のツアーでした。1人で2席使用のゆったりしたツアーです。出発時の天候は良かったのですが、摩周湖に近づくにつれ霧が。さすが霧の摩周湖と呼ばれる湖でした。その後、硫黄山、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖と観光しましたが、屈斜路湖で子供たちの団体に出会った以外、人を見かける事が少ないツアーでした。そのおかげで、静かに湖畔を散歩と見学が出来ました。楽しいピリカ号ツアーでした。

Lake Mashu and Lake Akan were mostly obscured by rain. I was able to enjoy Mount Io and Lake Kussharo even in the light rain.

摩周湖と阿寒湖は、雨で景色がほとんど見れず。
硫黄山と屈斜路湖は、小雨が降る中でもなんとか楽しめました。

It was convenient to board from in front of Kushiro Station.
During travel in the COVID-19 pandemic, there were only a few members participating alone on the bus.
The guide's singing was excellent.
I recommend it because they efficiently take you around the highlights.

釧路駅前から乗車で便利でした
コロナ禍の旅行で、バスは1人参加のメンバーばかりで少なかったです
ガイドさんの歌が上手でした
見所を効率的に回ってくれるのでおすすめです

I felt that participation should be approached with caution in these times, but fortunately, there were no requests for self-restraint on outings, so I was able to participate. Thank you.

The three major lakes and Mount Io were covered at this time and at this price, with each stay being neither too long nor too short, making it manageable. Additionally, the bus guide provided very detailed and warm explanations along the way! It was a wonderful tour.

Each of the three lakes is beautiful and has its own charm. The weather was nice, and I was grateful to see the stunning Mashu Blue.

You can choose your drop-off location from Lake Akan, Kushiro Airport, or Kushiro city. We rode to Kushiro Airport. There is a two-hour stay at Lake Akan, but it surprisingly went by quickly. If you want to take your time and have transportation arranged afterward, it might be nice to get off at Lake Akan and enjoy a stroll or a bath.

Thank you.

このご時勢、参加は慎重にすべきと感じていましたが、幸い、外出自粛要請等の発令はなかった為、参加させて頂きました。ありがとうございます。

3大湖と硫黄山、これらをこの時間かつこの価格で網羅して下さっていて、それぞれの滞在時間も長すぎず短すぎずで無理がなく、加えて道中はバスガイドさんからのとても詳しい温かみのある解説！とても良いツアーです。

3つの湖はどれも美しく、それぞれの魅力があります。お天気が良く摩周ブルーも臨むことができ、ありがたかったです。

降車場所も阿寒湖・釧路空港・釧路市内と選べます。私たちは釧路空港まで乗車しました。阿寒湖では2時間の滞在時間がありますが意外とあっという間でした。ゆっくりされるなら、かつ、その後の移動手段が確保できるなら、阿寒湖で下車して、散策や入浴を楽しまれるのも良いかもしれません。

ありがとうございます

This trip was a solo journey without a rental car. Thanks to the Pirika, I was able to efficiently visit the attractions in one day. The blue of Lake Mashu was beautiful, and the sightseeing boat I took on Lake Akan offered stunning views (I was also able to take the local bus back, so I could enjoy the boat ride). I feel like I saw a red-crowned crane from the window of the car, but it passed by in an instant, which was a bit disappointing.

今回の旅は、レンタカー無しの一人旅。ピリカ号のお蔭で1日で効率よく
名所を回ることが出来ました。摩周湖のブルーは美しく、阿寒湖で乗った観光船も(帰りは、路線バスを利用する事も出来たので乗船できました)景色が最高でした。
車窓から丹頂を見た気がするのですが…あっという間に通り過ぎちゃってちょっと残念。

I participated with a friend. Despite the season, there were surprisingly many participants, and more than half of the seats were filled. The weather was good for summer in Kushiro, and we were able to see the clear Lake Mashu. Additionally, visiting scenic spots like the sulfur mountain that would look great on Instagram made this a truly wonderful tour. I feel that it's cheaper than renting a car if there are just two people, as renting a car incurs parking fees at various locations. I think the guide's wonderful singing voice is also a feature of this tour. If I come to Kushiro again, I would like to use this service.

友人と一緒に参加しました。
こんな時期ですが、参加者は意外と多くて座席は半分以上埋まっていました。
夏の釧路にしては天気が良く、晴れた摩周湖を見ることが出来ました。他にも、インスタ映えしそうな硫黄山など見どころを回ってもらえるのは、本当に良いツアーだと思います。二人までなら、レンタカー借りて回るよりも安い気がします。レンタカーだと、各所で駐車場代なんかもかかりますしね。
ガイドさんの素晴らしい歌声が聞けるのも、このツアーの特徴かなと。
次回も釧路に来ることがあれば、利用させていただきたいと思います。

I participated with my mother in her 70s. I was worried about whether it would be okay without much stamina and if we would tip over, but those concerns were completely unnecessary. They provided us with free raincoats and Crocs, so our clothes didn't get wet.

Since it was a windy day, we mainly enjoyed the calm Chitose River. The shimmering green surface of the water and the transparent riverbed seen from the bottom of the kayak were truly beautiful.

With the guidance of a friendly and kind young man, we got to experience a bit of an exploratory feeling, and it was great to briefly venture out to Lake Shikotsu at the end and enjoy the atmosphere of the lake. My mother was also excitedly paddling away and was really happy, saying she had a lot of fun.

There were only two groups participating, so the water was not crowded, allowing us to take off our masks and breathe in the fresh air. Of course, masks and sanitization were in place inside the store before and after kayaking for infection prevention.

I couldn't use the free bathing ticket for Marukoma Onsen due to timing, so I'll save that for my next visit to Lake Shikotsu. I would love to try kayaking and diving again at Lake Shikotsu when there's no wind.

70代の母と参加しました。
体力なくても大丈夫か、ひっくり返ったりしないか、など心配していたことは全く無用でした。カッパ上下とクロックスを無料で貸し出して頂き、私服が濡れることもありませんでした。
風がある日だったので穏やかな千歳川をメインに楽しみました。グリーンに光る水面や、カヤックの船底から見る透き通った川底は本当に美しかったです。
気さくで優しいお兄さんの案内でちょっぴり探検気分を味わえたり、最後に少しだけ支笏湖にも出て湖の雰囲気も体験出来て良かったです。
母も張り切ってグイグイ漕いで、本当に楽しかったと喜んでいました。
参加時は2組だけで、水上は密ではないためマスクを外して美味しい空気をたくさん吸えました。カヤック前後の店内ではもちろんマスク、消毒で感染対策してありました。
丸駒温泉の無料入浴券が、時間が合わず使えなかったので次に支笏湖に来た時のお楽しみにします。風のない時の支笏湖でまたカヤックやダイビングをしてみたいです。