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Zao Fox village and Ginzan Onsen 1 Day Bus Tour

    • Zao Fox village and Ginzan Onsen 1 Day Bus Tour

    C$218.00Price
    Explore Zao Fox Village and Ginzan Onsen in one trip—two amazing spots that are tricky to reach by public transportations!
    At Zao Fox Village, you’ll meet over 100 adorable foxes and even experience holding a fox.
    Then, head to Ginzan Onsen to soak up the retro vibes of this charming hot spring town, snap some stunning pics, and enjoy some tasty local snacks as you stroll around.
    An English-speaking assistant and a lunch featuring Shiroishi’s famous Umen noodles are included.
     
    <Day Tour Schedule>
    08:30 Please gather at the Sendai Station East Exit Tourist Bus Stop. Look for the blue HIS board.
    08:45 Departure from the East Exit of Sendai Station. ↓ 10:20 Arrive at Fox Village.
    11:45 Depart from Fox Village. ↓ 12:15 Enjoy lunch featuring Shiroishi U-men (approximately 45 minutes).
    15:15 After arriving at Taisho-Roman Kan, transfer to the shuttle bus for the Ginzan Onsen district.
    16:30 Depart from Ginzan Onsen.
    18:45 Estimated arrival at the East Exit of Sendai Station.
     

    • Cancel Policy

      Cancellation made at least 11 days (s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)

      Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%

      Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%

      Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%

      Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)

    • Departure date

      2024-11-19 ~ 2025-03-29 ( Tue Fri )

    • Price (JPY)

      JPY 23,000 p.p.

      *Fee RelatedSame price applies to all ages

      *Payment must be settled in Canadian dollars at the time of booking.

    • Inclusions

      Admission to Zao Fox village/Air-conditioned bus/Shuttle bus fee to Ginzan Onsen/Lunch/English-speaking assistant

    • Requirements

      - If the minimum number of participants 15 is not met by 10 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.

      - Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.

      - Please note that closing times vary from store to store in Ginzan Onsen Town, and some stores are closed in the evening. - Please note that there may be a long waiting time for the shuttle bus to Ginzan Onsen Town.

      - Please make sure to read the precautions before applying for the tour.

       

      - Foxes are very interested in moving objects. Please note that

      1. Please avoid fluttering skirts, jogger pants, or other clothing with strings attached to the hems, and clothing with belts, strings, or other swinging items attached to the back of coats, etc.

      2. Please avoid slipper style, sandals and high heels.

      3. After entering, please do not stop near the entrance

      4. Touching foxes on the grounds is prohibited. They will bite you.

      5. No one is allowed to enter except in the aisles. Do not walk on anything other than paved pathways. Also, stone walls and benches are for foxes only. Please do not sit on them.

      6. For feeding the foxes, please use the special bait at the dedicated feeding station.

      7. Please be careful not to drop anything.

      8. Please enter with minimal baggage.

      9. Foxes are sensitive to the sound of plastic bags and the movement of taking something out of a pocket. Please be careful behind and around the foxes as they may mistake it for food and jump on it.

      10. It is dangerous to stay in the same line of sight as the foxes for long periods of time, as the foxes will gather and play tricks on you. Sitting on the grounds is prohibited.

      11. Please refrain from getting too close to the foxes for filming or other reasons. Foxes will bite you or pull out your hair when you take pictures with a selfie stick.

      12. The use of drones is prohibited.

      13. Please be sure to follow the instructions of the Fox Village staff as there are areas where photography is prohibited.

    • Participation Location

      JR Sendai Station East Exit Tourist Bus Stop

    • Reservation reception deadline

      Please make a reservation by 23:00  9 days before the participation date.

    • Capacity

      1 ~ 10

    • Starting times

       

      08:00

    • Other info

      - Please arrive 10 minutes before the bus departure time on the day of the tour.

      - If you are late for the meeting place and time on the day of the tour, you may not be able to join the tour.

      - As required by Japanese law, please wear a seat belt on the bus.

      - There is no restroom available on the bus, but we will take some toilet breaks on the way.

      - If there is only a small group of participants, other smaller vehicles may be used instead of the large bus.

      - The tour may be cancelled before departure due to bad weather on the day of departure,The tour fee will be refunded, but you will be responsible for transportation expenses to the meeting point.

      - The tour might be cancelled or discontinued because of the bad weather condition or unexpected accidents.

      - Please come with non-slip shoes and temperature-controlled clothing. The weather in the Tohoku region varies quite widely in terms of temperature.

      - Please follow the instructions of the assistant staff and Fox Village staff on the day of the tour.

      - Emergency Contact: (+81)80-4454-9108

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