All Reviews for Lake Shikotsu Tours

My friend and I participated together. It was my first time canoeing, but the guide kindly taught us how to paddle at the beginning, so I felt at ease. During the tour, the guide also managed the overall pace and directed the course, allowing us to participate until the end without overexerting ourselves. We had a really enjoyable time. Thank you very much.

友人と私の2人で参加しました。
カヌーは初めてでしたが、ガイドの方が漕ぎ方を最初に優しくレクチャーしてくださったので安心してできました。ツアー中も全体のペースを見ながらコースを指示してくださったので、無理せず最後まで参加できました。
とても楽しく過ごすことができました。本当にありがとうございました。

The people are great! The experience itself was incredibly fun! We were blessed with miraculous weather and had a wonderful time! Since it's summer, the water felt amazing!! This is the best memory from the trip!

人が良い！体験自体も最高に楽しい！奇跡のような天候に恵まれ素晴らしい時間を過ごせました！
夏なので水上がものすごく気持ち良い！！
この旅行で一番の思い出です！

I was worried about the weather, but at Lake Shikotsu, it was beautifully clear and I had a great time. In particular, the sightseeing boat tour at Lake Shikotsu, which I paid extra for, offered a stunning view of the blue lake bottom with Ezo chub swimming around. The lunch at Lake Toya was also delicious, and I was able to see Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan, making it a cost-effective bus tour.

天気がどうなるか不安な状況でしたが、支笏湖では無事に快晴でとても楽しめました。特に別途、支払って参加した支笏湖の遊覧船は、真っ青な湖底にエゾウグイが泳いでいる光景は、なかなかの見所です。洞爺湖での昼食も美味しかったですく、有珠山、昭和新山も観れたので、コスパのいいバスツアーでした。

The kayak instructor was kind and made the experience enjoyable. It was my first time, and it turned out to be a great experience!

カヤックのお兄さんも優しくて楽しく体験ができました。初めてだったのですがとてもいい経験になりました！

I was worried about the weather, but at Lake Shikotsu, it was sunny and the blue, clear lake was incredibly beautiful. The sightseeing boat was very pleasant.
The meals at Lake Toya were even more delicious than I expected.
On the bus tour, I was able to enjoy sightseeing while thinking, "Wow, that's interesting!" thanks to the explanations provided.
At Mount Usu, it looked like it might rain, but I was able to see the scenery below.
I was reminded that sometimes a bus tour is a great experience!
Both the driver and the guide were very pleasant, making it the best bus tour ever.

お天気が心配でしたが、支笏湖では晴れてブルーで透明のの湖が凄く綺麗でした。遊覧船が気持ちよかった。
洞爺湖のお食事も思った以上に美味しかった。
バスツアーでは解説してもらえるのでえそーなんだーと思いながら観光できてよかったです。
有珠山では、雨が降りそうでしたが下の景色は見られました。
たまにはバスツアーも良いものだと再確認しました！
運転手さんも、ガイドさんもとても感じが良くて最高のバスツアーでした。

The Usuzan Ropeway after 25 years.
Beautiful scenery and terrace.
Delicious lunch and the guide's thoughtfulness.
It was a tour that fully satisfied our adult outing.
Thank you.

25年ぶりの有珠山ロープウェイ。
美しい景色とテラス。
美味しかった昼食やガイドさんの心遣い。
どれも大人の遠足には大満足のツアーでした。
ありがとうございます。

The water! What a clear green! Blue!! I was overwhelmed by its beauty. Unfortunately, I couldn't see the scenery due to the rain, but I want to come back and try again in a different season!

水が！なんてクリアなグリーン！ブルー‼︎　綺麗さに圧倒されました　残念ながら雨で風景が見られませんでしたまた違う季節にリベンジしたいです❣️

The weather was nice, and I was impressed by the beautiful colors of both the river and the lake. I was with my dog and a small child, but we received kind guidance, which allowed us to experience everything with peace of mind. I thought I had already experienced the beauty of Lake Shikotsu, but the beauty seen from the surface of the lake was completely different. I could clearly see the areas where it suddenly became deep, where trees were submerged, and where sand patterns were formed, all thanks to the wonderful transparency. The mountains surrounding the lake were also beautiful, and I wanted to keep looking at them forever. Thank you very much for providing such a wonderful experience.

お天気もよく、川も湖も美しい色で感激しました。
わんこと小さな子供連れでしたが、親切にご指導いただき、安心して体験することができました。
支笏湖の美しさは体験済みと思っていましたが、湖面で見る美しさはまた全然違いました。
急に深くなっているところや、木が沈んでいるところ、砂の紋様ができているところなど、透明度が素晴らしくはっきりと見ることができました。
湖から見る四方の山々も美しく、いつまでも見ていたい気持ちでした。
素晴らしい体験をさせてくださって、本当にありがとうございました。

Dear Aizawa,

Thank you very much for the wonderful time on the 29th. When I received your call about the strong winds, I briefly thought it might be canceled, and my spirits sank. However, when you said it was still on, my excitement shot up! I was amazed by the clarity of the Chitose River and, guided by your delightful conversation, I hopped into the canoe for an unforgettable 90 minutes. I look forward to the next opportunity to explore Lake Shikotsu, which we had to forgo due to the strong winds!

相澤様へ

先日29日は大変楽しい時間を有難う御座いました。
風が強いとのお電話を頂いた時は中止かと思い一瞬心が折れましたが、お伺いしてOKとの事一気にテンションが上がりました。
千歳川の透明度に感激し、相澤さんの愉快なトークに導かれるようにカヌーに乗り込みあっと言う間の90分でした。
次回の機会には是非、又強風で断念した支笏湖を案内して頂くのを楽しみにしております！

Recently, I haven't been going on bus tours much, so I participated in one for the first time in a while. It seemed like Sapporo had quite a bit of snow, and there was still some snow left, so it was great to be on a bus tour. The tour guide was kind, and the driver was skilled, making it an enjoyable tour. I thought the time allocation for sightseeing was good, and I also enjoyed the scallop meal♪ I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

最近、あまりバスツアー行かないので、久しぶりに参加しました。札幌は雪がかなり降ったようで、まだ雪が残った状態だったので、バスツアーでよかったです。
添乗員さんも優しく運転手さんも運転が上手く、楽しいツアーになりました。観光などの時間配分もよかったと思いますし、帆立御膳も美味しくいただきました♪
また、機会がありましたら利用したいです。

Only five of us participated, but the tour went ahead because the highways were not closed. It was my first time seeing a blizzard and whiteout conditions, with police cars leading the way and vehicles generally driving with their turn signals on. Sitting behind the driver, the experience of the tour bus navigating the icy roads was thrilling. I am very grateful to the guide and the driver for safely delivering us to our destination.

Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya were as beautiful as rumored. Lake Shikotsu was quite rough. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch. In the morning, the ropeway at Mount Usu had stopped, but it resumed operation, and we walked along the promenade in the snowstorm. I regretted it a little. (laughs)

Overall, it felt more like an experience of cold and snow, but living in a region with little snow, it was fresh and enjoyable. Thank you very much.

たった5名、雪で悪天候の中、しかし高速道路が通行止めになっていなかったため、催行して頂きました。猛吹雪＋ホワイトアウトで反対車線はパトカーが先導していたり、車が総じてウィンカーをたいて走る光景は初めてでした。運転手席後ろの席でしたので、凍結した道をゆく観光バスはスリル満点でした。安全に最後まで送り届けて頂き、ガイドさん、運転手さんには大変感謝です。

支笏湖、洞爺湖は噂通りの美しさ。支笏湖は大荒れでした。
お昼も美味しく頂きました。
有珠山も午前は止まってしまったロープウェイを再開していただけて、吹雪のなか遊歩道を歩いてみました。少し後悔しました。笑

とにかく寒さ体験というか、雪体験という感じではありましたが、雪の少ない地方在住のため、新鮮で楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

I was very satisfied with the tour that allowed us to visit Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and Mount Usu in one day, as it wouldn't have been possible without a bus tour. The hot pot lunch was also delicious. It was a tour that made me truly feel like I was in Hokkaido.

支笏湖、洞爺湖、有珠山を一日で巡るのは、バスツアーでないとできないので大満足です。鍋御膳の昼食も、美味しかったです。北海道に来たことを実感できるツアーでした。

I wanted to have a memorable experience in Hokkaido for the first time, so I participated in a tour. On the day of the tour, there was heavy snow, and the weather was such that we almost experienced whiteouts several times on the way to Lake Shikotsu. However, it was a completely private tour, and I was able to enjoy the unique winter scenery of Hokkaido, making it a wonderful experience. The guide was very kind and had an interesting way of speaking, and the Hokkaido gourmet food we were introduced to was all very delicious. Thank you for the wonderful time.

初めての北海道で思い出に残る体験をしたいと思いツアーに参加させて頂きました。
当日は大雪で支笏湖までの道中何度もホワイトアウトしそうな天気でしたが、完全プライベートツアーで真冬の北海道ならではの景色を堪能することができ、素晴らしい体験になりました。
ガイドの方もとても親切で話も面白く、教えて頂いた北海道グルメもどこもとても美味しかったです。
素敵な時間をありがとうございました。

It snowed today, but thanks to the bus, I was able to visit Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and Mount Usu all in one day, and I am very satisfied. I had low expectations for lunch based on the reviews, but it was served warm, which was great. It was also nice to enjoy the view of Lake Toya while having lunch.

雪が降る日になりましたが、バスのお蔭で、支笏湖、洞爺湖、有珠山と一日で巡ることが出来て大満足です。口コミを見て期待していなかった昼食も、ちやんと温かい状態で出していただきました。昼食を食べながら洞爺湖の景色を楽しめるのも良かったです。

Due to the weather, we couldn't go out on the lake and ended up having a canoe experience at the river mouth. The staff were kind and friendly, but it was disappointing that the water was murky and we couldn't see any fish. I would like to participate again in the summer if there’s another opportunity.

天候で仕方がないけれど湖には出られず、河口でのカヌー体験になりました。スタッフの方は優しく親切でしたが、水が濁っていて魚を見ることができず残念でした。またチャンスがあれば夏にでも参加したいです

It was actually a kayaking experience at the river mouth flowing into the lake. The guide was good, but I wanted to feel the clarity of the lake water once we got out onto the lake.

実際には湖に流れ込む川の河口でのカヤック体験でした。ガイドはよかったけれど、湖に出て湖水の透明度を実感したかったです。

I started with a raincoat due to concerns about the weather, but it gradually improved, leading to a comfortable kayaking experience. Paddling down the Chitose River flowing from Lake Shikotsu, the return course was gentle, and under the guidance of the instructor, I was amazed by the clear bottom and the non-decaying trees submerged beneath the water. It was a delightful time passing through the shade of the trees and navigating between them. It was a pity that there were some waves preventing us from reaching Lake Shikotsu, but I look forward to enjoying it again.

雨の心配もありカッパを着けてスタートしたが、お天気は次第に良くなり快適なカヤック体験となった。支笏湖から流れる千歳川を下り、折り返すコースは穏やかながら、インストラクターの指導もよろしく、大変透明な底に沈む腐食しない木々に驚きつつ、木陰くぐり、木のあいだ通過など楽しいひとときとなった。少し波があって支笏湖に出られなかったのは残念だったが、またの楽しみとしたい。

On the day, due to strong winds and high waves, we only went on the river instead of the lake, but with the clear kayak, we could really feel the transparency up close. I felt refreshed being close to the wind, greenery, and water. The staff were also kind, and it was fun.

However, it was stated to be two hours, but with the explanation and moving around, we were actually on the kayak for about 40 to 45 minutes, which felt short for the price.

It was a refreshing experience that I would like to do again.

当日は風強く波が高いため、湖には出ず川のみでしたが、クリアカヤックならではですが、透明度を身近に感じられました、風や緑や水を身近に感じられリフレッシュできました、
スタッフの方々も親切で、楽しかったです

ただ、２時間と記載ありましたが、説明レクチャー移動などで

実際カヤックに乗ってるのは40から45分程度で価格に対しては短い印象でした、

また行きたいと思う清々しい体験でした

It was an experience that was easy to understand, so even as a first-timer, I felt comfortable. The water was very clear and beautiful, which was impressive. I was able to take many photos, making it a great memory. The weather wasn't perfect, but I think it would be amazing on a sunny day.

分かりやすく説明していただいた後の体験となるので、初めてでも大丈夫でした。透明度が高く水面がとてもきれいで感動しました。写真もたくさん撮ってもらえたので、記念になりました。天気が今ひとつだったのですが、晴れの日は最高だと思います。

I experienced stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) for the first time at Lake Shikotsu. Fortunately, it didn't rain, and although the sky was cloudy, the underwater view from the transparent SUP was blue, with beautiful aquatic plants in the river. I felt refreshed both physically and mentally! Next time, I want to paddleboard during a prettier season. I also enjoyed having lovely photos taken.

初めてのsupを支笏湖で体験しました。
どうにか雨が降らず曇り空でしたが、透明なsupからの水中は青く、川には綺麗な水草も。
心身ともにリフレッシュできました！
今度はもっと綺麗な時期にsupしたいです
写真も素敵に撮ってもらい楽しめました

We participated as a family of four. It was our first time kayaking, but the staff provided thorough explanations, allowing us to have a great time. Thank you very much.
During the midsummer season, it was very cool, and we were able to fully enjoy the beautiful nature of Lake Shikotsu. I would like to participate again if the opportunity arises.
*While it is relatively cool during the experience, be careful of sunburn!

家族4人で参加しました。始めてのカヤックでしたが、スタッフ方が丁寧に説明してくれた為、楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。有難うございました。
真夏の時期にとても涼しく、透明な支笏湖の大自然を満喫できました。また機会があったら参加したいと思います。
＊体験中は比較的涼しいですが、日焼けに要注意！

The weather was very nice, and I was able to enjoy Mirror Lake, which is said to be visible only a few times a year. I was moved to see the fish swimming below, not just from the bottom of the kayak but also from the side.
I was anxious about driving alone, but I received support in difficult areas, and I was able to enjoy it smoothly.

天候がとてもよく、年に数回しか見れないらしいミラーレイクを堪能することができました。カヤックの底からだけでなく、横からも下に泳いでいる魚を見れて、感動しました。
一人での運転は不安でしたが、難しいところはサポートしていただき、スムーズに楽しめました。

We participated as a group of four this time. It seems we were fortunate with the weather and conditions that day, as we were able to see the beautiful water quality of Lake Shikotsu from our kayaks amidst stunning scenery. The guide was very kind, and I learned a lot about Lake Shikotsu. I was pleasantly surprised by how friendly and thorough the conversation was. All the staff members were always smiling, and we truly had a wonderful time. The infection control measures were also thorough, so I highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting Hokkaido.

今回４人で参加させていただきました。この日は珍しく天候や条件に恵まれていたようで、絶景のなか綺麗な支笏湖の水質をカヤックの中から目視することができました。ガイドさんもとても親切で、支笏湖についてとても勉強になりました。ここまで親切丁寧にお話していただけるとは思っていなかったので嬉しかったです。他のスタッフの皆様も終始笑顔で、本当に気持ちのよい時間を過ごさせていただきました。感染対策も万全でしたし、北海道に行かれる人には是非おすすめしたいアクティビティです。

On the day of the trip, it was quite windy and rainy in the morning, but when we arrived at the location, we were greeted by blue skies, warm weather, and a moment when the wind stopped and the waves were completely calm, allowing us to see beautifully down to the deep bottom. It was also the first time this year that we saw it, and through the clear kayak, we encountered a large, bright blue river master (carp), which was a mystical and wonderful experience. Thank you to our guide for being so kind and teaching us various things. On the way back, we stopped by Marukoma Onsen, where we received a discount coupon, and the open-air bath close to the lake surface was spectacular and enjoyable. My daughter and I had a lovely little trip together.

当日は朝から雨風が強めでしたが、現地に着いてみたら青空が見えて暖かく風も止んで波も全く立たない瞬間があり、すごく華麗に深い底まで見えました。また、今年初見えということでしたが、クリアカヤックの底を介して真っ青で大きな川の主（鯉）にも出会え、神秘的でとても良い経験ができました。ガイドさん、親切にして頂き、色々教えてくれてありがとうございました。帰りは割引券を頂いた丸駒温泉に立ち寄りましたが、湖面が近い露天風呂が壮観で良かったです。娘と二人、良い小旅行ができました。

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。

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。

Although it was an experience affected by the weather, I can't say I was satisfied since we couldn't go out on the lake and the experience ended in just 30 minutes.

天候に左右される体験とは言え、湖に出れなかった上、30分で体験終了したので、満足とはとても言えませんでした。

On March 29, the weather was nice, and the lake was calm and very beautiful. The guide was pleasant, and we had a great time. We participated as a pair, and although they said we could each take a kayak individually, it was easier on our bodies to work together.

当日3月29日は天気が良く、湖の波もなく、とってもキレイでした。
ガイドの方も感じ良く、楽しめました。
二人で参加し、一人ずつでもカヤックに乗せてくれるとの事でしたが、二人で協力した方が体は楽です。

I wanted to visit Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya in winter, but since I live in an area where it doesn't snow, I thought driving would be impossible, and I wasn't familiar with the bus routes, so I gave up. When I found this tour, I immediately signed up because it was exactly what I was hoping for.
The driver's driving was very reassuring, and the guide was very considerate, making the time feel enjoyable rather than long.
The lunch wasn't bad in terms of taste. The hot pot was, of course, warm, but the other dishes were cold, and the shredded cabbage was dry, making me wonder how long it had been sitting out.
When we arrived at the hotel, we were told that we were scheduled to leave at 1:30, but when we entered the hotel, the bath was available only from 1:00?! I think it's very disappointing for those who were looking forward to it.
I hope the hotel schedule can be better communicated. I would definitely like to see improvements in the lunch.
It's a shame, especially since the bus staff left a good impression.

冬の支笏湖や洞爺湖に行ってみたかったのですが、雪が降らない地域に住んでいるので、車の運転は無理だし、路線バスもよくわからないしと諦めていました。このツアーを見つけて、希望にピッタリだとすぐに申し込みました。
ドライバーさんの運転はとても安心でき、ガイドさんもいろいろ気を使って下さり、少し長いかなと思っていた時間も、そう感じないほど楽しく過ごせました。
昼食は、味は悪くはないです。鍋はもちろん暖かいですが、その他は冷たく、千切りキャベツは乾いていて、いつから置いてあるんだろうと思いました。
ホテルに着いて1時半出発の予定だと言われ、いざホテルに入ったらお風呂は1時から⁉︎楽しみにして来た方にはとても残念だと思います。
ホテルの予定など、しっかり把握していただけたらと思います。昼食は是非改善していただきたいです。
バスのスタッフが好印象だっただけに、残念です。

I was able to fully enjoy the nature of Lake Shikotsu, Lake Mashu, and Mount Yotei. The vast nature of Hokkaido has a different kind of grandeur compared to Honshu, making it a journey that felt extraordinary.

After our meal, we went to the hot springs, but since we couldn't go to the Usuzan Ropeway this time, I thought it might have been nice to spend a bit more time at the hot springs instead.

Still, I am grateful for the wonderful sightseeing experience and the memories created.

支笏湖、摩周湖、羊蹄山と自然を満喫できました。広大な北海道の自然は本州とはまた違う迫力があり、非日常を感じながらの旅でした。
食事後、温泉に入りましたが、今回は有珠山ロープウェイに行けなかったので、その時間を温泉に費やしてもらえれば、もう少しゆったりできたかな？と思いました。
それでも素敵な観光となり思い出となった事に感謝しています。