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    Recommended hotels around Chitose

    Many hotels in Chitose offer airport shuttle services. Make good use of them to make your trip more convenient.
    Yubari, with its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant autumn foliage, offers a unique charm that can be appreciated throughout the seasons.

    This city hotel offers convenient access to both the airport and JR Chitose Station. It also provides a shuttle bus to the airport, making it a recommended choice for your final night.

    This hotel boasts excellent access, being just a 10-minute drive from the airport. It offers a variety of services to ensure a comfortable stay, including a large public bath and the option to choose your pillow.

    This hotel is located right in front of the Mount Racey ski resort in Yubari. It boasts natural hot springs perfect for relaxing after skiing, and in the summer, you can even enjoy all-you-can-eat melon!

    Popular canoe tours on Lake Shikotsu

    Lake Shikotsu, located in Chitose City, is one of Japan's leading caldera lakes, boasting exceptionally clear waters.
    How about a canoe tour along the Chitose River, where you can enjoy beautiful scenery, and get to know the water?

    Enjoy Hokkaido's first clear kayak tour on Lake Shikotsu, which has been ranked number one in water clarity for nine consecutive years!

    After enjoying canoeing, relax with delicious drinks and snacks!

    This canoe tour takes you down the Chitose River with a guide. You can enjoy the changing natural scenery with the seasons.

    Access to each area

    Access to Chitose City

    [JR]
    From Sapporo: Approximately 31 minutes by "Rapid Airport" train.
    From Otaru: Approximately 67 minutes by "Rapid Airport" train.
    From Muroran: Approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes by "Limited Express Suzuran"
    ・From New Chitose Airport: 6 minutes by "Rapid Airport" train.

    【bus】
    From Sapporo, take the Hokkaido Chuo Bus "Express bound for Chitose Station" (approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes).
    ・6 minutes by Hokkaido Chuo Bus from New Chitose Airport

    【car】
    ・15 minutes from New Chitose Airport (via general roads)
    From Sapporo (using the expressway): Approximately 45 minutes
             (General road) Approximately 1 hour 11 minutes
    ・38 minutes from Tomakomai West Port (via public roads)

    Access to Yubari

    [JR]
    From Sapporo: Take any limited express train or Rapid Airport train (transfer at Minami-Chitose) on the JR Sekisho Line bound for Yubari. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes.
    From New Chitose Airport: Take the "Rapid Airport" train (transfer at Minami-Chitose) on the JR Sekisho Line bound for Yubari. Approximately 2 hours.
    From Obihiro or Kushiro: Take the "Super Tokachi" or "Super Ozora" train (transfer at Minami-Chitose) or the JR Sekisho Line bound for Yubari. The journey takes approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours.

    [Bus] From Sapporo: Hokkaido Chuo Bus "Kōsoku Yūbari-gō" (express bus) - approximately 1 hour 40 minutes

    【car】
    From Sapporo (using the expressway): Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes
              (General road) Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
    From New Chitose Airport (via general roads): Approximately 1 hour
    From Tomakomai West Port (via public roads): Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes

    List of tourist information articles for Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, and Yubari

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    Things you should know when renting a car at New Chitose Airport!

    This article compares rental car companies, a major mode of transportation for sightseeing in Hokkaido, and introduces recommended driving routes from the airport.

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    11 Must-Buy Souvenirs at New Chitose Airport! Selected by a Hokkaido Travel Planning Specialist!

    Hokkaido Lab presents a wide selection of souvenirs, from sweets to miscellaneous goods, that you should buy at New Chitose Airport.

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    A roundup of Chitose's tourist spots that you'll want to visit on your first or last day of your Hokkaido trip!

    Chitose, the gateway to Hokkaido. The Hokkaido Lab editorial team has carefully selected eight must-see tourist spots for you!

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    Just one hour from New Chitose Airport! What are the recommended tourist spots and attractions of Yubari?

    This article compiles recommended tourist spots, gourmet food, and accommodation information for Yubari, a city famous for its melons.

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    A natural wonder just an hour from Sapporo! A summary of sightseeing spots and attractions around Lake Shikotsu!

    Lake Shikotsu is known as Japan's northernmost lake that never freezes. Let's explore its charms.

    Chitose, Lake Shikotsu, Yubari

    Close to New Chitose Airport! Mount Racey Ski Resort has so much to offer!

    This article provides an overview of Mount Racey Ski Resort, how to enjoy it, and information on nearby accommodations.