Visit bear sanctuary at Bear Farm
Sapporo, Japan • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
18°C – 25°C, july features warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, with the city bustling with summer festivals and activities, high crowds, peak season
18°C – 25°C, july features warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, with the city bustling with summer festivals and activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Hilly terrain; limited wheelchair access; contact prior.
Hilly terrain; limited wheelchair access; contact prior.
Value for money
Low
Ethical concerns outweigh the novelty of the experience.
Ethical concerns outweigh the novelty of the experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Unique Encounter
Couples enjoyed the novelty of feeding the bears and watching their antics.
Good Photo
The 'Human Cage' provided couples with great photo opportunities and close views.
Interactive Fun
Many couples found the feeding interaction with the bears to be a fun activity.
Poor Conditions
Many couples felt the enclosures were cramped and lacked enrichment for the bears.
Ethical Concerns
Couples expressed concerns about animal welfare and the bears' living conditions.
Overcrowded Pits
Couples noted the bears were kept in crowded group settings, leading to stress.
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
-6--1°C
December is characterized by cold temperatures, with average highs of -1.3°C and lows of -6.5°C. Snowfall is significant, with approximately 24.8 days of snow totaling 427mm.
December is characterized by cold temperatures, with average highs of -1.3°C and lows of -6.5°C. Snowfall is significant, with approximately 24.8 days of snow totaling 427mm.
Closed
The bear sanctuary may be closed or have limited access due to heavy snowfall and winter conditions.
The bear sanctuary may be closed or have limited access due to heavy snowfall and winter conditions.
Not recommended
December's harsh winter conditions and heavy snowfall make visiting the bear sanctuary challenging. It's advisable to check for seasonal closures and consider alternative indoor attractions during this time.
December's harsh winter conditions and heavy snowfall make visiting the bear sanctuary challenging. It's advisable to check for seasonal closures and consider alternative indoor attractions during this time.
January
HIGH
-10--4°C
January is the coldest month in Sapporo, characterized by heavy snowfall and low temperatures. The average high is -3.7°C, and the average low is -9.8°C. Snowfall is substantial, with approximately 430mm over 28 days.
January is the coldest month in Sapporo, characterized by heavy snowfall and low temperatures. The average high is -3.7°C, and the average low is -9.8°C. Snowfall is substantial, with approximately 430mm over 28 days.
Closed
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm is closed during January due to winter conditions.
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm is closed during January due to winter conditions.
Not recommended
Visiting the bear sanctuary in January is not recommended as it is closed during this month. Additionally, the harsh winter weather and high tourist influx for winter festivals make it less ideal for such visits.
Visiting the bear sanctuary in January is not recommended as it is closed during this month. Additionally, the harsh winter weather and high tourist influx for winter festivals make it less ideal for such visits.
February
HIGH
-10--4°C
February continues the cold winter trend in Sapporo, with average high temperatures around -3.7°C and lows near -9.8°C. Snowfall remains heavy, contributing to the city's winter landscape.
February continues the cold winter trend in Sapporo, with average high temperatures around -3.7°C and lows near -9.8°C. Snowfall remains heavy, contributing to the city's winter landscape.
Closed
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm remains closed in February due to winter conditions.
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm remains closed in February due to winter conditions.
Not recommended
February is not suitable for visiting the bear sanctuary as it remains closed. The combination of cold weather and high tourist activity for the Snow Festival makes it less ideal for such visits.
February is not suitable for visiting the bear sanctuary as it remains closed. The combination of cold weather and high tourist activity for the Snow Festival makes it less ideal for such visits.
March
MEDIUM
-6-1°C
March marks the transition from winter to spring in Sapporo. Average high temperatures reach 0.7°C, with lows around -5.9°C. Snowfall decreases but can still occur.
March marks the transition from winter to spring in Sapporo. Average high temperatures reach 0.7°C, with lows around -5.9°C. Snowfall decreases but can still occur.
Closed
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm remains closed in March as it prepares for the upcoming season.
The bear sanctuary at Bear Farm remains closed in March as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Not recommended
Visiting the bear sanctuary in March is not recommended as it is still closed. While the weather begins to improve, the sanctuary is not yet operational.
Visiting the bear sanctuary in March is not recommended as it is still closed. While the weather begins to improve, the sanctuary is not yet operational.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Shuttle
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Car
Taxi
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required