Getting to Central Hokkaido
Mt. Kurodake
The best way to get to Sounkyo is to transfer from Asahikawa by bus. Asahikawa has its own airport located between Furano and Asahikawa. There are over 8 buses each day between the airport and Asahikawa and Furano. From Asahikawa there are regular buses departing from Asahikawa Station to Sounkyo.
The fare between Asahikawa and Sounkyo is 1,900 YEN per person one way. Bus Time Table PDF
There are also regular trains between many areas in Hokkaido and Kamikawa, the closest medium size town to Sounkyo. For more information on trains, and schedules please see Hokkaido Japan Rail's homepage.
Mt. Asahidake
The best way to get to Mt. Asahidake is to transfer from Asahikawa by bus. Asahikawa has its own airport located between Furano and Asahikawa. There are over 8 buses each day between the airport and Asahikawa and Furano. From Asahikawa there are regular bus "Ideyu-go" departing from Asahikawa Station to Mt. Asahidake.
The fare between Asahikawa and Mt. Asahidake is 1,320 YEN per person one way. Bus stop is No.4 in front of Asahikawa Station.
"Ideyu-go" Time Table * from 10/16/07 to 03/31/08
| #1 | #2 | Bus Stop | #1 | #2 | ||
| 9:10 | 14:10 | ↓ | Asahikawa Station | ↑ | 12:20 | 17:20 |
| Bus stop at a few bus stop until Asahidake. | ||||||
| 10:55 | 15:55 | ↓ | Mt. Asahidake | ↑ | 11:10 | 16:10 |
Other Transport Options
Hokkaido Powder Guides www.hokkaidopowderguides.com
Offers a unique off-piste and backcountry guiding service to customers who want to experience some of the incredible powder in the Central Hokkaido region. Hiking, backcountry skiing and riding is also available in the Daisetsuzan National Park within forty minutes from Furano. Experience the wilderness of the park, the incredible light and dry snow, and traditional Japanese hot springs.
