What is a Ryokan? Ryokans are the best way to experience Japanese culture and enjoy the true comforts of Japanese hospitality and service.
Hot springs have a very long history in Japan, and they are an intimate part of Japanese culture. There are over 3,000 "onsen" ,or hot springs, in Japan. Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses.
It is a 90 minute bus ride from JR Sapporo train station bus terminal to Lake Shikotsuko. There is a pick-up service from Lake Shikotsuko bus terminal to the Ito Onsen.
Lake Shikotsu Poropinai
Chitose-shi
Hokkaido
