All Reviews for Kushiro Tours

I thought we would have plenty of time to relax at each location, but there were so many highlights that time flew by. The soft serve ice cream by Lake Mashu was delicious. The walking paths around Lake Akan were also very beautiful and enjoyable. Finally, being taken to the airport made me feel like I got a good deal on the bus fare from Kushiro Station to Kushiro Airport.

それぞれの場所でたっぷりと時間を取ってもらっていて、ゆっくりできると思っていましたが、見どころがいろいろとあり、あっという間に時間が経っていきました。摩周湖を見ながらの摩周湖ソフトも美味しかったです。
阿寒湖の散策路もとても緑がきれいで楽しめました。最後に空港まで送ってもらい、釧路駅から釧路空港までのバス代を得した気分になりました。

I was satisfied with the visit locations, the time spent there, and the staff. I had made a reservation to the airport, but after exchanging my ticket, I learned that I could finish the tour at Lake Akan and take a local bus to the airport at no additional charge, so I had that changed. Since the departure from Lake Akan is at 16:00, I could extend my time to enjoy not only the sightseeing boat but also the walking paths. However, since it's a local bus, the seats are a world apart from those on the tour bus. Overall, I highly recommend this experience to everyone.

訪問箇所、現地滞在時間、スタッフ、どれも満足でした。
空港まで予約しましたが、チケットに交換した後に阿寒湖でツアーを終了し、追加料金なしで路線バスで空港に行けることを知り、そのように変更していただきました。
阿寒湖発が16:00なので、遊覧船はもちろんのこと散歩道まで足を延ばせます。ただ、路線バスなのでツアーバスのシートは雲泥の差です。
とにかくみなさんにおすすめしたい内容でした。

The guide's talk was also helpful. I was able to relax and enjoy the clear view of Lake Mashu from the newly renovated observation deck terrace sofa. At Akanko Onsen, I had plenty of time for a day-use bath, and the view from the rooftop open-air bath, where the bath and Lake Akanko blend together, was fantastic, allowing me to unwind. I recommend bringing a towel for the experience at Lake Kussharo's sand bath.

ガイドさんのお話も参考になりました。
リニューアルした摩周湖展望台テラスのソファで霧ひとつない摩周湖をゆったりと眺められました。
阿寒湖温泉では日帰り入浴の時間もたっぷりとれ、
屋上展望風呂からのお風呂と阿寒湖が一体化した眺めも最高で、ゆっくりできました。
屈斜路湖砂湯体験の為にもタオル持参をおすすめします

It was a tour that I could participate in and be satisfied with, even alone. I was worried about COVID, but I felt very relieved because I was able to sit comfortably with enough space. The guide had just the right balance of push and pull, which was great.

1人でも、参加でき満足できるツアーでした。
コロナを心配してきましたが、余裕を持って席を座れたので、とても安心しました。
ガイドさんもちょうど良い押し引きで、良かったです。

The day after my business trip, I joined the tour just to kill some time before my flight home, but I ended up being extremely satisfied. For this price and within this timeframe, the cost performance is excellent for visiting so many tourist spots. Moreover, the guide was very knowledgeable and kind.

On the way back, I chose the airport route, but since I wanted to spend some time at Lake Akan, I consulted about taking a bus to the airport, and they kindly offered to hold my luggage. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy sightseeing without being weighed down and had a fulfilling day. I definitely recommend this over driving on unfamiliar roads with a rental car.

出張の翌日、帰りの飛行機までの時間潰しくらいの感覚で参加したのですが、結果的に大満足でした。このお値段、この時間内でこれだけの観光地を周れるなんでコスパ良すぎ。
しかもガイドさんは知識も豊富でとても親切。
帰りは空港のコースにしたのですが、阿寒湖で時間をとりたかったので路線バスで空港へ向かいたいと相談したところ荷物を預かって頂けました。
おかげで身軽で観光ができ充実の1日を過ごせました。
レンタカーで慣れない道を行くより断然おすすめです。

Lake Mashu and Lake Akan were more ordinary than I expected. Lakes like Lake Toya were more beautiful. The guide's explanations went on for a long time, which made my head hurt and felt a bit tedious. While the information was thorough, listening for such a long time was tiring, and I wished for a bit more quiet time.

摩周湖、阿寒湖は期待してたよりは普通でした。洞爺湖とかの方が綺麗でした。ガイドさんの説明が延々とつづくので、頭が痛くなってきて少しくどく感じました。丁寧ですがずっと話しを聞いてると疲れてしまうので、もう少し静かな時間が欲しかったです。

Along the way, we were able to hear explanations and stories about the history of the area from our guide, and we saw the Kushiro Wetlands, Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. At Lake Akan, we also had the opportunity to enjoy a hot spring.

道中、ガイドさんの開拓歴史の説明やお話が聞けたし、釧路湿原、摩周湖、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖と観ることができました。
阿寒湖では温泉にも入れました。

I was anxious about participating alone, but I had a great time. The guide's stories were interesting, and above all, the weather was nice!

I made wonderful memories. Thank you!

1人での参加で不安でしたが
十分に楽しめました。
ガイドさんの話も面白く、
何より天気が良かった！

いい思い出ができました。
ありがとうございます。

I love Hokkaido, and after Sapporo and Hakodate, I came to enjoy the market in Kushiro. I wanted to do some sightseeing, and when I researched, I found that there was a one-day course on the Pirika bus. It was affordable, and I wanted to take my time enjoying the scenery, so I made a reservation. I was moved by the tranquility and fragrance of each lakeside, as well as the sunlight, all of which are not found on the mainland.

北海道が大好きで札幌、函館の次に釧路の市場を満喫に来ました
観光もしたく調べたらピリカ号の1日コースがあったので安いしゆっくりバスツアーで景色見たかったので予約しました
本土にはない各湖畔の静けさや香り、日の光全て感動しました

Lake Mashu was beautiful! I had the image of a misty Lake Mashu, but it was stunning without any fog. My wife has bad knees, but the bus lowers itself when getting on and off, which is very helpful. This is a bus tour that takes you around three lakes. It would be a bit difficult to visit them individually due to time constraints, so I recommend this tour.

摩周湖は綺麗でした!霧の摩周湖というイメージがありましたが霧もなく美しい摩周湖でした。膝の悪い女房ですがバスは乗降時にグッ〜インと車高を下げてくれます。ありがたいですね。3湖を巡るバスツアーです。個人で巡るにはチョット時間的にも難しいのでこのツアーはお勧めです。

The driver was very easy to talk to, and the half day flew by. It was fun! Thank you!

運転手の方がとても話しやすく、半日があっという間に過ぎました。楽しかったです！ありがとうございました！

It was great to be able to sightsee efficiently, but when I delayed my schedule to take a sightseeing boat on Lake Akan, I ended up taking a local bus to the airport instead of the tour bus. It was quite tough since there was no place to store my luggage. If you're going to the airport, it would be better to give up the sightseeing boat and take the tour bus. However, the sightseeing boat seems like a must for Lake Akan, so I think it would be good to have an itinerary that includes the boat from the start.

効率よく観光できて良かったが、阿寒湖で遊覧船に乗るために1本遅らせたところ、観光バスでなく空港まで路線バスになった。荷物を預けるところもなくかなり辛かったので、空港行くなら、遊覧船をあきらめて、観光バスで行った方が良かった。ただ阿寒湖観光では遊覧船がマストに思えたので、そもそも遊覧船込みの行程だと良いと思います。

I was shocked to see swans soaking in the hot springs... It was great to have such a variety of experiences, not just at Lake Kussharo. I wish we could have spent a little more time at Tsurumidai. Also, I thought it was wonderful that lunch was not just a regular bento, but the famous pork bowl. Thank you very much.

まさか白鳥が温泉に浸かっているとは…衝撃的でした。屈斜路湖だけでなく本当に盛りだくさんの内容で良かったです。できれば鶴見台の時間がもう少し欲しかった。あと、昼ごはんが普通の弁当でなく、名物の豚丼というのもすごく良いと思いました。ありがとうございました。

I participated alone.
I had a lot of fun seeing the unique winter scenery. The guide spoke kindly during the ride, so I wasn't bored at all.
I would like to participate again in a different season.

一人で参加しました。
冬のならではの景色がたくさん見られてとても楽しかったです。車内でもガイドさんが丁寧にお話ししてくれるので退屈しませんでした。
また季節を替えて参加したいです。

The bus guide's stories were interesting, and I felt it was worth participating. Since we visited many places, the time at each stop was short, and I realized that if we didn't move according to plan at Lake Akan Onsen, we would be cutting it close for the meeting time. For lunch, we had pork bowl bento at a roadside station, but it wasn't warm, which was a bit disappointing.

バスガイドさんの話も面白く、参加して良かったと思いました。
多くの所を回るためひとつひとつの時間が短いこともあり、阿寒湖温泉は思ったよりも計画的に動かないと集合時間ギリギリになってしまいます。
お昼ご飯は道の駅で豚丼のお弁当ですが、あたたかくはなく、ちょっと残念です。

I was wondering how to get to Lake Akan since I was staying there. The Pirika bus was helpful because it allows you to get off at Lake Akan. The weather was nice, and I was able to enjoy sightseeing at Lake Mashu and Iouzan, which was great. On the way back, I got off at Kushiro Airport, making for a comfortable trip.

阿寒湖に泊まるので行く方法を悩んでました。
ピリカ号は阿寒湖で降車できるので助かりました。
お天気も良く摩周湖、硫黄山と観光もでき良かったです。
帰りは釧路空港下車で快適な旅になりました。

I was able to see both the red-crowned cranes and swans, and Lake Mashu looked beautiful. I was a bit anxious about sightseeing in winter Hokkaido with a rental car, so I chose a bus tour, and it was definitely the right decision. It was much more enjoyable than I had imagined. I would love to ride the Pirika bus again.

タンチョウも白鳥にも会えて、摩周湖も綺麗に見えました。冬の北海道をレンタカーで観光するのは不安なのでバスツアーを選びましたが、大正解でした。想像してたより遥かに楽しかったです。またピリカ号に乗りたいと思っています。

It was a fulfilling trip where I could visit places that are difficult to reach by public transportation in just one day, and I also got to enjoy the Akanko Onsen. Along the way, I encountered cranes and deer up close.

公共交通機関では行きにくい所を
１日で回れて
阿寒湖温泉にも入れて
充実旅でした
途中でまじかにタンチョウやシカにも出会えました

I was first satisfied to see the Japanese crane, the long-tailed tit, and the whooper swan. Since I toured Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, Lake Akan, and Mount Iou in one day, I couldn't spend much time at each location, but it made me think that I would like to come back someday to explore the places I couldn't fully enjoy. Next time, it might be good to focus on themes like birdwatching, canoeing, or fishing. This was a great opportunity to explore such possibilities.

タンチョウツル、シマエナガ、オオハクチョウを観られてまずは満足でした。摩周湖、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖、硫黄山を1日で巡るので、各所に時間はとれませんが、十分観られなかった所を、いつかゆっくり来たいと思えました。次回はバードウオッチングや、カヌー、釣り等のテーマで絞るのも良いかも知れません。そんな可能性を探るのに、とても良い機会になりました。

I participated on a warm winter day in late February.

I’m from the local area, but it’s been over 30 years since I toured in winter. I’ve visited this course many times in summer and autumn, but winter is something special! The blue sky, white land, mountains, and lakes were all amazing.

I saw cranes flying overhead and even encountered a long-tailed tit. There were so many deer that it made me laugh, and the weather was so nice that Lake Mashu looked beautiful. The sulfur mountain had so much smoke that I couldn’t see my companions. At Lake Akan, it was fun to ride a snowmobile on the frozen lake!

The bus travel time was about an hour, so I didn’t have to worry about restrooms, and the 20 minutes of sightseeing time allowed me to leisurely look at souvenirs. The hour at Lake Akan flew by.

For lunch, they set up a venue inside a roadside station instead of on the bus, and I appreciated the warm miso soup and tea that were included; it was delicious! I had a pork bowl bento. They also checked for allergies in advance.

The guide’s stories and songs were great. I heard things I didn’t know even as a local. However, I heard there were complaints that the stories were too loud, so sometimes the microphone was put down. When explanations were necessary, the guide would politely say, “I’m sorry for interrupting your rest.” I thought it was rude for some people to behave that way on a guided tour, especially since the guide was studying and explaining things to us. Please remember that you have a guide with you when reading this.

Thank you very much for your hard work, guide.

The driver also had a tough time with the deer. It must be stressful. Thank you.

I’m grateful for the safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you very much! ♡

2月下旬の冬晴れの暖かな日に参加しました。

私は地元出身ですが冬に観光するのは30年以上ぶり。　
夏や秋には何度も何度も行ったことのあるコースですが、冬は別格!青い空と白い大地と山々、湖、何もかもが最高でした。

鶴が頭上を飛んでいったり、シマエナガにも逢えましたし、鹿も笑っちゃうほど出てきてくれたし、とにかく天気が良かったので摩周湖もとても綺麗だったし、硫黄山は煙が大量で、連れの姿が見えなくなるほど。
阿寒湖では凍った湖上をスノーモービルで走って楽しかったー!

バスの移動時間は大体が1時間ほどなので、トイレも心配なかったし、見学時間の20分というのも、意外にゆっくりお土産を見たりもできました。
阿寒湖だけは1時間がアッと言う間でした。

昼食は車内ではなく道の駅の中に会場を作ってくれていて、温かいお味噌汁やお茶まで付けてくれて、ありがたかったし美味しかったです♪豚丼弁当でした(⁠´⁠・⁠(⁠o⁠o⁠)⁠・⁠｀⁠)
事前にアレルギー確認もしてくれます。

ガイドさんの話や歌も良かったです。
地元出身でも知らない話も聞けました。
しかし、その話などがｳﾙｻｲとのクレームがあったそうで、時々マイクを置かれていました。　　
説明しなくてはならないときには遠慮がちに「お休みのところ申し訳ありません」と。
ガイドさん付きのツアーなのに失礼な人がいるものだなと思いました。
色々と勉強して、私たちに説明してくれているのに。　　　　
これを読んでくれた方は、ガイドさん付きという事を忘れないでください。

ガイドさん本当にご苦労さまです。

運転士さんも、鹿にご苦労なさっていました。　
神経使いますよね。ありがとうございました。
　
安全で楽しく過ごせたこと、感謝します。
本当にありがとうございました♡

I traveled alone to Kushiro to see the red-crowned cranes.

I took the bus from the stop in front of the hotel, and yay! I got to see the red-crowned cranes.

The bus guide was very pleasant, and it turned out to be a wonderful trip.

Thank you♡

釧路に丹頂鶴を見にひとり旅しました。

ホテルの前の停留所でバスにのり、やったー。丹頂鶴にあえました。

バスガイドさん、とても感じよく素敵な旅になりました。

ありがとう♡

There were 39 participants in the tour, but the guide took a long time to confirm the drop-off locations and distribute pamphlets after everyone had gathered, which delayed our arrival at Tsurumidai.

At the time of disembarking, there was a mention that we could change our lunch bento, but it remained the same. After we departed for the next location, we were told that reservations had already been made. It seemed that some people had requested changes, but when they communicated the changes later, they were told it was no longer possible and to just eat the meal provided.

I wish they had confirmed this while going around each group. The weather was great, which made it all the more disappointing.

ツアーの参加者が、39名だったなですが、ガイド山が、全員が揃ってから、グループ毎に、降車場所の確認、パンフレットの配布を下回ったので、最初の鶴見台に着くきわまでかかりました。
降り際に、昼食の弁当を変更できるような話をされたのですが、そのままでした。
次の場所へ出発してから、もう、予約しましたというのでした。変更を依頼した人もいたようだったのですが、その後変更を伝えたら、もう変更出来ないので、ご飯だけ食べてください。と言われました。
グループ毎に回った時に、確認してくれていたら良かったのにと思いました。
天気が良く、最高だっただけに、とても、残念でした。

I participated alone.
The time spent in the vehicle while listening to the guide's explanations about the history and the land was comfortable and relaxing, thanks to their gentle tone, which kept me engaged without getting bored.
At Lake Akan, I went ice fishing for wakasagi and caught three fish in a short time! They were immediately prepared as tempura, and they served a generous portion on the plate. It was very delicious!
At Lake Mashu, I saw Ezo deer, and at Tsurumidai, not only did I see the red-crowned crane, but I also spotted the adorable Siberian tit, making it an inspiring journey.
Thank you very much.

１人で参加しました。
ガイドさんの歴史や土地の説明を聞きながら過ごす車内は、穏やかな口調なので心地良く飽きることなくリラックスできます。
阿寒湖では氷の穴からワカサギ釣りをしました。短時間で３匹（！）釣れました。直ぐに天ぷらにして頂けるんですが、なんとお皿にいっぱい盛って下さいました。とても美味しかった！
摩周湖ではエゾシカが、鶴見台では丹頂だけでなくシマエナガの可愛い姿も見られたり、感動の旅になりました。
ありがとうございました。

I traveled alone to Kushiro in winter. Since I wasn't considering moving by car or rental car, I decided to join a bus tour. I had a wonderful day, visiting many major tourist spots while being guided by a very nice guide! There was also plenty of free time for taking photos, buying souvenirs, and tasting local specialties. I boarded the bus at Kushiro Station, but on the way back, I was dropped off at the airport, which was a great convenience. It was cold, but it was a heartwarming experience.

ひとり旅で冬の釧路へ。
車やレンタカーでの移動は考えていなかったので、バスツアーに参加することにしました。
とても素敵なガイドさんに解説をしていただきながら、たくさんの主要観光スポットを巡ることができて、大満足の1日に！
フリータイムも十分あり、写真撮影やお土産の購入、特産品を食べることもできました。
釧路駅から乗車しましたが、帰りは空港で降ろしていただいたので、一石二鳥。
寒かったですが、心が温かくなる時間でした。

This time, I participated in the sightseeing bus tour "Pirika-go" for the first time.
The bus tour in heavy snowfall was exciting, especially when I unexpectedly encountered a long-tailed tit.
According to the locals, it was quite rare to have such heavy snowfall, so the coincidence of meeting both the heavy snow and the long-tailed tit made for a fun and memorable bus tour.
I was able to experience sightseeing in a different environment under the blue sky.
Additionally, I was comforted by the content and delivery of the bus guide's stories, as well as their heartfelt singing.
I definitely want to participate in a bus tour in a different season.
I would be happy if I could meet the same bus guide again.

今回、初めて観光バスツアー「ピリカ号」に参加しました。
大雪の中でのバスツアー、たまたま出会えたシマエナガにワクワクさせられました。
地元の方の話でも珍しい位の大雪とのことで大雪とシマエナガに出会えたことの２つの偶然が重なり楽しい、思い出に残るバスツアーでした。
青空の下での観光とまた違った環境での観光を体感することが出来ました。
また、バスガイドさんの話の内容、話し方、一生懸命に歌を歌っている所にも癒されました。
是非、違う季節のバスツアーにも参加したいと思いました。
出来れば、同じバスガイドさんに会えたら嬉しいです。

The tour course around Eastern Hokkaido is a classic, but it was really great. I've been to these places many times on my own, but I would never think of going in winter with my own car. You can see a different scenery compared to summer, so I highly recommend participating in winter. The guide continuously explained about Kushiro. There was so much I didn't know, and it was definitely worth listening to.

道東を巡るにはド定番のツアーコースですが、それがまた良かったです。
自分では何度も観光に行った場所ですが
冬に自分の車でなんて行こうとも思わないですし、夏とは違った景色を見ることが出来て冬の参加はお勧めです。
ガイドさんもずーっと釧路の説明をしてくれていました。
知らない事だらけで、聞く価値ありです。

At Tsurumidai, there were about 200 cranes. I was able to see them during courtship dances, territorial disputes, while eating, and soaring in the sky. In the sand area, you can observe many swans up close. At Lake Akan, I had an hour of free time for smelt fishing. The freshly caught fish were delicious when prepared as tempura. Thank you to everyone at Akan Bus.

鶴見台には約200羽の鶴。求愛ダンス、縄張り争い、食事中、空を舞う鶴を見ることができました。砂場には沢山の白鳥を近くで観察できます。阿寒湖では、1時間のフリータイムでワカサギ釣り。釣りたてを天ぷらでいただき、とても美味しかったです。阿寒バスの皆さん、ありがとうございました。

I thought it would be quite difficult to explore this course on my own. I was able to see the red-crowned cranes up close, which has been a dream of mine for many years, and I was moved when the cranes flew right above my head! The beautiful scenery of Lake Mashu on a sunny day, the charm of the swans seen up close, Lake Akan covered in ice, and the pork bowl lunch that I didn't have high expectations for turned out to be warm, with plenty of meat, and the miso soup was also warm and very delicious! I also appreciated the kindness of the tour guide! This is an incredible value for 6,000 yen! Thank you for a very enjoyable day!

自分ではなかなか今回のコースを観て周ることは難しいと思いました。長年の夢であった丹頂鶴を間近で観ることができ、さらに鶴が私の頭上を飛行してくれたのでその姿に
感動しました！晴れた摩周湖と樹氷の素晴らしい景色、間近で観る白鳥の愛らしさ、一面氷におおわれた阿寒湖、あまり期待していなかったお昼ごはんの豚丼弁当ですが、温かくお肉もたくさん乗っていてお味噌汁も温かくとても美味しくいただきました！添乗員さんの親切さも有難かったです！これで6000円は破格です❗
とても楽しい一日をありがとうございました！

Initially, I was planning to take the SL Winter Marsh train, but when I couldn't get the desired seats, I searched online for alternatives and found this tour, which I quickly decided to join. They promptly answered my pre-trip questions, so I was able to participate without any worries (regarding meal restrictions and how to spend free time).

On the day of the tour, we were blessed with good weather, and we efficiently visited all the highlights in one day, allowing us to enjoy the sightseeing spots even more than I had expected. I thought the time allocation at each spot was good. However, one hour at Lake Akan Onsen might feel a bit short. It's not enough time to enjoy the hot spring, and since a large group of foreign tourists had just arrived for the ice activities, I decided to skip it considering the wait time. I heard that in summer, the free time is two hours, which I believe would be sufficient to fully enjoy the experience.

The driver provided safe driving, which was reassuring, and above all, the guide offered excellent information, making the bus ride enjoyable with various stories. I was also grateful for the souvenir information, as I was able to buy great gifts for my family and friends.

On the way to Kushiro, they shared tips on how to spend time there, which was helpful since I had a flight the next afternoon. I have relatives in Sapporo and friends from Toya, and while I've visited Hokkaido several times, this was my first real experience in Kushiro. It was a wonderful day that made me want to visit again in the summer. I highly recommend it!

　当初SL冬の湿原号に乗ろうと思っていましたが、希望の席が取れなかったりした時の代替えをネットで検索していた時にこのツアーを見つけ、早速こちらに決めました。
　事前の質問にもすぐに回答いただきましたので、不安な事もなく参加できました。（食事制限があるので昼食の内容やフリータイムの過ごし方など）
　当日は天気にも恵まれ、１日で効率良く見どころを廻って頂きましたので、期待通り、以上に観光スポットを堪能できました。各スポットの時間配分もよかったと思います。ただ、阿寒湖温泉の１時間はちょっと中途半端かもしれません。温泉に入るには短いし、氷上アクティビティも、ちょうど大人数の外人の団体さんが着いた所でしたので、待ち時間を考えるとこちらも微妙で参加は諦めました。夏はフリータイムが２時間というお話でしたので、２時間あれば満喫できると思います。
　運転手さんも安全な運転で安心できましたし、何よりガイドさんにはとても良いご案内をいただき、バスの中もいろいろなお話で楽しかったです。お土産の情報も本当にありがたく、家族や友人に良いお土産が買えました。
釧路までの道中では、釧路での時間の過ごし方なども教えていただき、ちょうど翌日の午後の飛行機でしたので、参考になりました。
　親戚が札幌に、友人の出身が洞爺で、何回か北海道には参りましたが、釧路は初めて同然で、今度はまた夏に訪れたいという魅力を感じさせていただいた素敵な１日でした。おすすめです！
　

Hokkaido is vast, and there are tourist spots that are not accessible by public transportation, so traveling by car is the norm. However, if you're not used to driving on snowy roads, it can be daunting. This plan is perfect for such people. You can simply sit back and efficiently visit various spots, each of which was quite impressive. I thought I would enjoy watching the cranes, but they were larger than I imagined (with a wingspan of 2.3 meters), and seeing them fly just above my head was breathtaking, making it the highlight of my trip. The swans are quite accustomed to humans and can be observed up close. Unlike in a zoo, wild animals move freely, which is enjoyable to watch. The scenery at Iouzan and the three lakes was also beautiful, and being able to visit these in half a day is something only bus tours can offer. The guide's stories were interesting, so I never got bored during the journey. If I had taken a regular bus, the travel would have been too dull. The temperature was around 0 degrees during the day, which was not as cold as I expected, but at Lake Akan, it was very cold at -5 degrees in the snow, so I was glad I brought gloves and a scarf. The snow wasn't too deep, and it hadn't turned into ice, so short rubber boots were sufficient. Still, there were a few icy slopes, so I walked carefully. I recommend sitting on the right side of the bus. The frozen Kushiro River and Kushiro Wetlands are on the right side, and the bus does not stop there, so if you want to see the wetlands, the right side is better. The area around Lake Kussharo is recommended on the left side, but that view is brief. Also, sitting closer to the front will allow you to hear the guide's explanations better, making it more enjoyable. Therefore, I recommend sitting in the front on the right side. It was a Monday on a weekday, but the bus was almost full with older passengers and Chinese tourists. It’s best to board early to secure a good seat. The only downside was having to eat the lunch bento in a closed space without a view. It was a shame because the pork bowl bento was incredibly delicious, but I had to eat it without being able to see the scenery. It would have been perfect if we could choose our own places to eat. However, I think there is no better plan to enjoy winter in the eastern part of Hokkaido more efficiently. Thank you for a truly wonderful trip.

北海道は広く公共交通機関では行けない場所に観光スポットがあるため車移動が主流となるが雪道の運転は慣れてないから不安。そんな人に最適のプランです。座っているだけで効率よく様々なスポットへ行けたしそれぞれが見ごたえ十分でした。鶴を見て楽しめるのかなと思っていたのですが想像より大きく(羽を広げて2m30cm)頭上すぐ上を飛ぶ姿は圧巻でこの旅一番の思い出になりました。白鳥達は人馴れしておりかなり近くで観察できます。動物園とは違い野生の動物は伸び伸び動きまわるので見ていて楽しいです。硫黄山や3つの湖も良い景色でこれらを半日の間に周れるのはバス観光ならではで、道中もガイドさんの話が面白いので飽きることはありませんでした。路線バスだと移動が退屈すぎたでしょう。気温は日中0度前後で思ったよりは寒くありませんでしたが阿寒湖は雪の中の-5度だったのでとても寒く、手袋やマフラーを持ってきていて良かったです。雪はそこまで深くなくアイスバーンにもなっていなかったので靴は丈の短い長靴で十分でした。それでも凍っている坂道もちらほらあったので慎重に歩きました。バスの席は右側がおすすめです。凍った釧路川や釧路湿原が右側にあり、そこでバスは停車しないので湿原を見たい人は右側が良いです。屈斜路湖周辺は左側がおすすめですがそこは一瞬で終わります。またガイドさんの説明をよく聞ける前の席の方が楽しめるでしょう。ですので右側前方の席がおすすめです。平日の月曜でしたが年配や中国人観光客でバスはほぼ満席でした。最初に早めに乗り込み良い席を確保した方がよいですね。唯一残念だったのが昼食の弁当を密室で景色の見れない空間で食べさせられた事です。せっかく豚丼弁当が最高に美味しかっただけに景色を見れずに食べなければいけなかったのは残念です。各自好きな場所を選べれたら最高だったのですが。しかし道東の冬をこれ以上効率よく楽しめるプランはなかなかないと思います。本当に良い旅をありがとうございました。