Hoheikyo Dam

Houheikyou Dam

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A stunning 102.5-meter-high arch-type concrete dam located near Jozankei Onsen, Sapporo's renowned hot spring resort. It's a breathtaking spot surrounded by majestic nature.

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HighlightsThe majestic sight of the arch-type concrete dam
The beautiful scenery of Lake Jozan, the reservoir
Lake Jozan, known for its stunning autumn foliage
The abundant natural beauty surrounding the dam
Collecting a dam card

Basic Information

Address: 840 Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido Search for tourist attractions in Hokkaido

Access: Take the Joetsu Bus bound for Jozankei Onsen from Sapporo Station. The ride is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Get off at the terminal, then take a short, approximately 10-minute taxi ride to the electric bus stop. From there, take the electric bus for about 7 minutes and get off at the dam site. The dam is a short walk from the bus stop. Show route

Op.Hours: 【Hybrid Electric Bus】 Operation Period: May 1st to November 3rd, 09:00-16:30 (Last uphill bus at 16:00)

Cld.Days: Closed: November 4th to around the end of April

Fee: 【Electric Bus】(Round Trip) 700 yen for junior high school students and above, 350 yen for elementary school students

INFO: To reach the dam, you can either take the electric bus from the Reisui Parking Lot or walk. Walking takes approximately 20 minutes. Dam cards are available at the dam management office. However, the number of cards is limited, so please contact us in advance if you wish to obtain one.

HP: http://www.houheikyou.jp/

Overview

Completed in 1972, Hoheikyo Dam is a 102.5-meter-high arch-type concrete dam. It serves as a crucial water resource for Sapporo City, managing flood control, supplying municipal water, and generating hydroelectric power. The reservoir, Lake Jozan, is situated within the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, boasting a magnificent landscape surrounded by mountains. Cherry blossoms abound in spring, lush greenery fills the summer, and autumn paints the mountainsides in vibrant reds and yellows. The area offers beautiful scenery year-round. Well-maintained walking paths, observation decks, and a rest house allow visitors to fully enjoy the abundant natural beauty. The paths wind along the reservoir, offering picturesque lake views. From the observation decks, you can take in panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. The rest house provides a place to rest and grab a bite to eat. You can also collect a dam card here – a commemorative item distributed at dam management offices, a prized collectible for dam enthusiasts. Hoheikyo Dam is a captivating tourist spot where nature and technology harmoniously blend. Be sure to visit if you're in Sapporo!