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[Tour] The Story of Kamuy Chep, “Salmon”: Tracing History and the River.

KanazawaKiyomi

Plan Overview

One of Hokkaido’s iconic foods is sake (salmon).
In the Ainu language, Kamuy Chep means “divine fish,” referring to salmon.

This tour offers an opportunity to learn about the life of this sacred fish. You will observe a natural river, the Chitose River, through glass panels and follow a guided explanation about the salmon’s life cycle, from fry to juvenile fish and beyond. Witnessing salmon repeatedly struggle against the current to swim upstream is an inspiring sight.

Additionally, you’ll enjoy a course meal prepared with every part of the salmon at the birthplace of Ishikari Nabe, a traditional hot pot dish. You will also have the chance to taste rare delicacies that cannot be found in other regions.

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Time Table

8:30(Time is an example)
Meeting Point

We can arrange to meet at your preferred location. However, transportation costs from the meeting point to the aquarium will be required.

9:30
Chitose Salmon Aquarium

At the Salmon Hometown Aquarium, visitors can explore the life of salmon as guided tours explain their growth process, from fry to juvenile fish and beyond. The aquarium offers a unique opportunity to observe a real natural river—the Chitose River—through glass panels.

You’ll witness the incredible sight of salmon swimming upstream, repeatedly battling against the current, a truly inspiring and moving experience.

From March 1 to May 1, visitors can also participate in a salmon fry release experience, adding a hands-on aspect to this unforgettable journey into the life of salmon.

10:30
Michi-no-Eki Salmon Park Chitose

Salmon Park is a facility dedicated to sharing the charm of Hokkaido’s iconic salmon, as well as the region’s rich food culture and tourism resources, with Japan and the world.

Here, you can experience exceptional ingredients carefully cultivated by local producers, discover the unique food traditions of Hokkaido, and feel the warmth of the local people. Enjoy an extraordinary moment immersed in the essence of Hokkaido.

12:00
The Birthplace of Ishikari Nabe

At the birthplace of Ishikari Nabe, you will enjoy a course meal prepared using every part of the salmon. This culinary experience highlights the significance of salmon, a vital resource that has sustained life in Hokkaido since the Jomon era, through the Ainu people, and during the era of the Kitamae ships.

The meal includes unique delicacies not commonly found in other regions, such as hizu no namasu (a dish made from salmon head cartilage), shirako (milt), and mefun (salted and fermented salmon bloodline). Each dish tells a story of Hokkaido’s rich history and deep connection to salmon.

13:30
Dissolution

We can arrange drop-off at your preferred location, including hotels within Sapporo city. However, transportation costs to the drop-off location will be charged separately.

Tour Details

Number of Days

Day Trip

Locally available Languages

Japanese/Chinese

Maximum/minimum number of participants

Minimum:3
Maximum:20

Guide Fee

  20,000yen per person

CAUTIONS
  • The tour can accommodate a minimum of 3 participants and a maximum of 20 participants.
  • Transportation costs incurred during the tour are not included in the fee. If you have a private car or rental car, you may use it for travel during the tour.
Regarding cancellation fees

A cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations and time changes. In the case of cancellation due to bad weather, there will be no cancellation fee.

3 Days to 1 Day Before20% of the fee
On the Day of the Tour50% of the fee
Non-participation without notification on the day100% of the fee

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