What other travelers are saying about Biei Blue Pond
I think it would be great if I can see the lake in the early to mid winter. I went there in mid February, when was the lowest temperature in hokkaido, so the lake was frozen.
It just look like snow with trees. So, please come here when the time is best. BUT... I AM FORTUNATE ENOUGH to try the ice cream specialty of this lake: blue ice cream that taste like lemonade. I also tried hot hokkaido milk to warm me up. 💚
I was curious about this attraction because of great reviews but I don’t get it because the pond is frozen 😆 I actually thought that the pond was frozen blue until we arrived… then I realized that the attraction they mentioned is about the lights show😂 it’s freezing cold and we have to wait like 10mins for the show to start and that’s the “blue” pond. I’m a bit disappointed actually because the itinerary of this tour wasn’t that detailed and not as per expectation.
Shirogane Blue Pond in Hokkaido is famous for its stunning bright blue water caused by aluminum hydroxide reflecting sunlight. It's a bit off the beaten path, so having a car is recommended. The best time to visit is during autumn when the foliage adds a beautiful contrast to the pond. While the pond itself is small, the unique scenery and serene atmosphere make it worth a visit. It’s also a popular tourist bus destination and would recommend arriving early morning to avoid the crowds.
This is a scene that one of the MacBook theme picture were shot. Best timing to view it is before end of December when there is snow but the lake isn’t frozen and covered entirely by the snow.
No ticket required, just a 500 yen parking fee if you drive your own car. Be careful the road will be super sliding in wintertime.
This was a wonderful, magical pond with trails that stretched to the gorgeous dam. Parking is free down the street if you're willing to walk the pretty trail along the road to the entrance (there was a long car line for the parking lot we avoided). It was pretty crowded but oh so beautiful! we did not get something from the gift shop but it looks like many enjoyed it.
