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Jozankei Onsen Kappa Liner
An affordable and comfortable ride! Jotetsu’s direct bus line to connect you up to Hoheikyo Onsen.
”Direct to Jozankei Onsen - Kappa Liner” is the bus that directly connects Sapporo Station and Jozankei Hot Spring. This town bus goes around up to the terminal of Hoheikyo Hot Spring, stopping at Shiraito Fall, Jozankei Shrine, Jozankei Bridge, etc., mainly used by many tourists.
The fare of Kappa Liner is reasonable 960 yen for 60 minutes one way to the terminal Hoheikyo Onsen. Compared to a taxi ride on the vast land of Hokkaido, it is light to your wallet and the leisurely trip is pleasant. Also, Onsen Combo One-Day Ticket is a set of bus ticket and the hot spring tickets such as Teizankei Onsen, Hoheikyo Onsen or Koganeyu Onsen.
Note that all bus seats are reserved. If open seats are available, you can ride without reservation. They accept reservations until 5pm the day before. Just in case, it may be safe to have a reserved seat.
Highlights
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The bus directly connects Sapporo Station and Jozankei Hot Spring for a relaxing tour.
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The fare is reasonable and used for a journey or daily commutes.
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The ride almost requires a reservation. Be sure to reserve your seat by 5pm the day before.
Photos
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![Kappa Liner distinct with the illustration of Kappa monster]()
Kappa Liner distinct with the illustration of Kappa monster
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![The bus running near the terminal Jozankei Gorge]()
The bus running near the terminal Jozankei Gorge
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![Mt. Hakkenzan’s view behind Kappa Liner]()
Mt. Hakkenzan’s view behind Kappa Liner
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do I need a reservation to ride the bus?
Yes. If no one made a reservation, the bus would not run.
*If there are open seats, you can ride without a reservation.
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Do I need an ID such as a passport to buy the ticket?
No, it is not necessary.
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Do you have pamphlets in foreign languages?
No. We used to have some, but not any more.
Reviews
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 定山渓温泉直行便・かっぱライナー号
- Telephone
- 0120-737-109 (dedicated for reservation)
- Closed
- Open every day
- Hours
- The first bus (Sapporo) 10:00 am - The last bus (Hoheikyo Onsen) 2:54 pm
- Fare
- 960 yen one way to Hoheikyo Onsen (Child 480 yen)
- Directions
- Ride the bus at JR Sapporo Station 12th Stop
- Credit Cards
- Available at the Kappa Liner’s reservation website
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)