Discovering Asahikawa in a Day

Day 1: Exploring Asahikawa

Asahikawa, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at one of the cozy cafes near Asahikawa Station, enjoying some traditional Japanese treats like matcha pancakes or tamago sando.
Walk from your accommodation to the nearest cafe or use a local taxi.
JPY 1000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Asahiyama Zoo

Head to Asahiyama Zoo, known for its innovative enclosures that allow you to observe animals up close. Don't miss the popular penguin walk and polar bear exhibition.
Take a taxi from Asahikawa Station to Asahiyama Zoo.
JPY 800, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Asahikawa Ramen Village

Indulge in a steaming bowl of Asahikawa ramen at the Asahikawa Ramen Village, where you can taste different styles of this beloved Japanese noodle dish.
Take a taxi from Asahiyama Zoo to Asahikawa Ramen Village.
JPY 1200, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Asahikawa Winter Festival

Experience the magic of the Asahikawa Winter Festival, admiring impressive ice sculptures and enjoying activities like ice skating and snow tubing.
Take a taxi from Asahikawa Ramen Village to the Asahikawa Winter Festival site.
JPY 500, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner in Asahikawa

End your day with a delicious dinner at one of Asahikawa's local eateries, trying dishes like Jingisukan (grilled lamb) or Kaisen-don (seafood rice bowl).
Take a taxi or walk back to Asahikawa Station from the festival site.
JPY 1500, 1.5 hours
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