Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival Tour (Depart from Sapporo) | Japan

About this tour

Experience the enchantment of illuminated ice sculptures at the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival! Explore the ‘Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival,’ one of Hokkaido’s three major winter events. Be sure not to overlook the mesmerizing ice sculptures adorned with vibrant, colorful lights.

• Discover a novel ‘Ice Museum’ that captures the splendor of Lake Shikotsu
• Experience the brilliance of exquisitely lit snow sculptures at the Chitose – Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
• Witness the enchanting transformation of Lake Shikotsu as vibrant lights come alive at night, conjuring a truly magical atmosphere

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– What You Can Expect – 

Create a captivating experience as you witness Lake Shikotsu’s nighttime transformation, where vibrant lights create a truly magical ambiance. Explore a unique ‘Ice Museum’ that beautifully expresses the lake’s splendor, and be enchanted by exquisitely lit snow sculptures at the Chitose – Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival. 

You can fully enjoy this experience, as the tour fee already covers the admission fee.

– Tour Information –

• A new style of “Ice Museum” expressing the beauty of Lake Shikotsu
  The “2026 Chitose Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival – Museum of Ice Art,” one of Hokkaido’s signature winter events, will be held from January 31 to February 23, 2026, at Lake Shikotsu Onsen in Chitose City, Hokkaido. This ice celebration takes full advantage of the harsh winter climate of Lake Shikotsu, creating a magical world illuminated by colorful lights at night. This is a half-day sightseeing bus tour that allows travelers to enjoy the winter scenery without the stress of driving on icy roads.

• Enjoy the beautifully illuminated snow sculptures at Chitose – Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
  Join us in witnessing the brilliantly illuminated and sparkling ice sculptures! Crafted from the crystal-clear waters of Lake Shikotsu, these ice sculptures, adorned with colorful lights, infuse the surroundings with a fantastical and mystical ambiance. And, naturally, don’t miss the opportunity to capture trendy SNS-worthy photos!

• Witness the highlights of the Chitose – Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
  Discover a mesmerizing display of ice sculptures, each frozen into existence using Lake Shikotsu’s water and aglow with vibrant lights at night, conjuring a magical atmosphere. The showstopper is a breathtaking ice sculpture, meticulously handcrafted by a dedicated team of over 10 artisans over two months, revealing its compelling beauty when seen up close.

– Meeting (Drop-off) Time & Location Information – 

• ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Sapporo (Meet at 3:40 PM/Depart at 3:50 PM)
• The meeting place is the hotel lobby on the first floor.
• Dismissal location: JR Sapporo Station North Exit (scheduled arrival 9:00 PM)

– Important Information – 

• The meeting time is scheduled 10 minutes prior to departure. We kindly request all participants to arrive punctually as, in most cases, we are unable to accommodate late arrivals after the departure time, which will be treated as a “no-show”
• You will not be able to get off at the hotel where you boarded on the way back