A shuttle bus runs during Kitahiroshima Wattsu / Chitose and Lake Akanko Onsen.
Please note that seats are limited due to advanced reservations and seat capacity.
If you use the shuttle bus, please contact the hotel at least 5 days before your arrival date to reserve the seat.
Reservations by phone
TEL.+81-154-67-2500 / 9:00-18:00
AKAN LAKE ONSEN
Depart from ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking in Kitahiroshima Wattsu
first via JR South-Chitose Station,
then to Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden in Otofuke-cho
Operating dates
From July 1, 2025 to December 28, 2025:
Departure to Lake Akan: Operates only on
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
Return from Lake Akan: Operates only onWednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays
*Reservations required at least 5 days in advance
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
- All listed prices include taxes.
- Children under 2 years old are free.
- *Cancellation fees
Same-day cancellations after departure or no-shows: 100% / Same-day prior to departure: 50% / 1 day prior: 40% / 2 to 7 days prior: 30% / 8 to 20 days prior: 20% / 21 or more days prior: No fee - *Once you have boarded, you will be unable to disembark until Lake Akan Hot Springs
- *The bus will depart at the specified time. Be aware that you will be unable to board past that time.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic or weather conditions. We thank you for your understanding.
Fee (tax included)
One way
- Kitahiroshima Wattsu・Minami Chitose - Lake Akan Onsen
- per adult/child: 7,000 yen
- Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden (Otofuke)―Lake Akan Onsen
- per adult/child: 3,500 yen
TIMETABLE
From Kitahiroshima・JR Minami Chitose Station
to Lake Akan OnsenRequired time: about 6 hours
| 10:30 departure | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking (Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 departure | Minami Chitose station(North Exit Bus Stop) |
| 14:30 departure |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 16:30 arrival | Lake Akan Onsen |
From Lake Akan Onsen
to New Chitose Airport・KitahiroshimaRequired time: about 5 hours 30 minutes
| 10:00 departure |
Lake Akan Hot Onsen (Meet in front of the hotel) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 arrival |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 14:30 departure | New Chitose Airport |
| 15:30 arrival | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking(Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
- *Boarding is available only between Kitahiroshima and JR Minami-Chitose Station. Disembarkation is available only between New Chitose Airport and Kitahiroshima. Midway boarding or disembarkation is prohibited.
BUS STOP GUIDE
ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking
Access: Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido0611268 JAPAN
JR Minami Chitose Station
The meeting spot: Bus stop in front of the North Exit of JR Minami-Chitose Station.
There will be no attendant. Departs at specified times.
Ryugetsu SweetPia Garden
INFORMATION
Due to pre-booking and seating capacity system, the seating availability is limited.
Please inquire with your hotel by phone or through the special bus reservation form 5 days prior to your stay.
*When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
TEL.+81-154-67-2500 / 9:00-18:00
- *When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
- *Please refrain from separately contacting the bus stopover facilities.
- *A bus without reservations will not run.
- *In case all seats are fully booked we might not be able to confirm the reservation.
Please note the following when using the shuttle bus services.
- *Inquire with the hotel you will be staying at by telephone or using the Shuttle Bus Reservation Form at least 5 days prior to your stay
- *Bus will depart at the time specified. Please be informed that you will not be able to board after the time has passed.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic conditions or weather circumstances, therefore, we request your kind understanding in advance.
- *Please read the Package Tour Contract, a contract for travel agents available at the below link.
It also includes information about cancellation fees.
From Sapporo・Minami Chitose
Depart from ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking in Kitahiroshima Wattsu
first via JR South-Chitose Station,
then to Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden in Otofuke-cho
Operating dates
From December 3, 2024 to January 18, 2025
＜Outbound＞Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
＜Return＞Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
From January 19, 2025 to February 28, 2025
＜Outbound＞Every day
＜Return＞Every day
From March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025
＜Outbound＞Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
＜Return＞Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
*Reservations required at least 5 days in advance
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
- All listed prices include taxes.
- Children under 2 years old are free.
- *Cancellation fees
Same-day cancellations after departure or no-shows: 100% / Same-day prior to departure: 50% / 1 day prior: 40% / 2 to 7 days prior: 30% / 8 to 20 days prior: 20% / 21 or more days prior: No fee - *Once you have boarded, you will be unable to disembark until Lake Akan Hot Springs
- *The bus will depart at the specified time. Be aware that you will be unable to board past that time.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic or weather conditions. We thank you for your understanding.
Fee (tax included)
One way
- Kitahiroshima Wattsu/Minami Chitose - Lake Akan Hot Springs
- per adult/child: 6,000 yen
- Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden (Otofuke)―Lake Akan Hot Springs
- per adult/child: 3,000 yen
TIMETABLE
From Kitahiroshima/Minami Chitose
to Lake Akan OnsenRequired time: about 6 hours 30 minutes
| 10:30 departure | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking (Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 departure | Minami Chitose station |
| 14:30 departure |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 16:30 arrival | Lake Akan Hot Springs |
From Lake Akan Onsen
to New Chitose Airport/KitahiroshimaRequired time: about 5 hours 30 minutes
| 10:00 departure |
Lake Akan Hot Springs (Meet in front of the hotel) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 arrival |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 14:30 departure | New Chitose Airport |
| 15:30 arrival | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking(Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
- *Boarding is available only between Kitahiroshima and JR Minami-Chitose Station. Disembarkation is available only between New Chitose Airport and Kitahiroshima. Midway boarding or disembarkation is prohibited.
BUS STOP GUIDE
ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking
Access: Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido0611268 JAPAN
JR Minami Chitose Station
The meeting spot: Bus stop in front of the North Exit of JR Minami-Chitose Station.
There will be no attendant. Departs at specified times.
Ryugetsu SweetPia Garden
INFORMATION
Due to pre-booking and seating capacity system, the seating availability is limited.
Please inquire with your hotel by phone or through the special bus reservation form 5 days prior to your stay.
*When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
TEL.+81-154-67-2500 / 9:00-18:00
- *When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
- *Please refrain from separately contacting the bus stopover facilities.
- *A bus without reservations will not run.
- *In case all seats are fully booked we might not be able to confirm the reservation.
Please note the following when using the shuttle bus services.
- *Inquire with the hotel you will be staying at by telephone or using the Shuttle Bus Reservation Form at least 5 days prior to your stay
- *Bus will depart at the time specified. Please be informed that you will not be able to board after the time has passed.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic conditions or weather circumstances, therefore, we request your kind understanding in advance.
- *Please read the Package Tour Contract, a contract for travel agents available at the below link.
It also includes information about cancellation fees.
