Sahoro's Destination Guide

General Information

Japan is rich in tradition and arts, full of historical buildings, unique performing arts and action-packed festivals. Japan is also a nature-lover’s paradise, offering everything from spectacular mountain ranges that excite snow lovers to beaches that attract divers.

Environment

Hokkaido is Japan’s less developed and northernmost island. The island measures 8.34 million ha (including the Northern Territories) and is the second largest island of Japan’s four main islands. This vastness is blessed with a rich variety of natural landscapes, from natural forests inhabited by wild animals to mysterious wetlands to steep mountains and more.

Hokkaido’s weather is cold in winter with snowfalls and frozen seas, while it is cool and comfortable in summer, as it does not get as hot and humid as in the other parts of the country. With its unspoiled nature, Hokkaido attracts many outdoor lovers, including skiers and snowboarders in the colder seasons and hikers, cyclists and campers from June to September.

How To Get There

Club Med Sahoro is located on the island of Hokkaido, 140 km from Sapporo.

From Sapporo Station

It takes about 2 hours 15 minutes from the JR Shintoku Station by Express. From the station, you take a bus for a 20 minute ride to Club Med Sahoro.

From Shin Chitose Airport Station

It takes about one hour and 50 minutes by Express to JR Shintoku station. From the station, you take a bus for a 20 minute ride to Club Med Sahoro.

*Public transportation such as taxis are available from JR Shintoku Station.

From Tokachi-Obihiro Airport

A bus ride of one hour and half will take you to Club Med Sahoro.

Village/Village access

For customers who have not bought the transport package

Airport / Village transfer by taxi Obihiro airport is 70 km from the village. The transfer takes 1 hour and 10 minutes*,
Airport / Village transfer by Club Med shuttle Obihiro airport is 70 km from the village. The transfer takes 1 hour and 10 minutes.*,
Bus transfer from Chitose Sapporo airport/station to Shintoku City Sapporo airport is 180 km from the village. The transfer takes 2 hours Chitose Sapporo station is located within the airport*,
Railway Station / Village transfer by Club Med shuttle Shintoku station is 15 km from the village. The transfer takes 20 minutes.*

When To Go

The inland areas have a continental climate and a greater range in temperature between summer and winter. Although the snows last five to six months from the middle of November to the end of April, it is usually fine and refreshing weather with the less amount of precipitation during June and July which correspond to the rainy season in the other area of Japanese.

Travel Tips

Passport / Visa Requirements

Time Zone: 9 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (+9 GMT)

Voltage Requirements：100 volts AC

Socket Type—

Food

Japanese, Chinese, Indian and European cuisines predominate and chicken, fish, noodles and curries can be found everywhere. One of the biggest attractions of Hokkaido is of course, eating.

There are a variety of dishes and foods made from fresh materials. Dynamic, delicate, daring and rare. Flavors of Hokkaido are diverse, depending on seasons and regions. Eating in Hokkaido is a delicious experience you will never forget.

Currency

The official currency in Japan is the yen. Major credit cards are also recognised, such as JCB, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, SAISON, UC, MILLION, JAL, Diners Club.

Dress Code

In Summer, it is preferable to wear long sleeve shirts in Hokkaido.

Things to Bring

Common Phrases

Here are some common phrases in Japan you might find useful:

• Arigatou - Thank You
• Youkoso - Welcome
• Ohayou - Good Morning
• Konnichiwa - Good Afternoon/Good Day
• Konbanwa – Good Evening
• Oyasuminasai - Good Night
• Oishii - Delicious!

Tipping: No tipping is required in Japan.

Seasonal Highlights

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