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Enjoy Hokkaido for Less! A Summary of Regional Discount Campaigns for Lodging and Sightseeing: Eastern Hokkaido Edition [August 2022]

2022.08.23

East Hokkaido

The perfect season to enjoy Hokkaido's great outdoors is here! And to help you make the most of it, various campaigns are running across the region offering great deals. You'll find all sorts of local discounts, from accommodation and dining to outdoor activities and transportation.

But searching for them one by one can be a hassle! To make sure you don't miss out on these savings, we've compiled a list of campaign information, dividing Hokkaido into four areas: Central, Southern, Northern, and Eastern. Use this guide to not only explore popular cities but also to enjoy the stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures in Hokkaido's vast nature—all at a great price!
(For discount campaign information in areas other than Eastern Hokkaido, please click here!)

Hokkaido-wide
1.Do-Min Wari (Hokkaido Residents' Discount)
2.Gurutto Hokkaido - Public Transportation Promotion Campaign
3.Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Campaign

Eastern Hokkaido Edition
1.Kushiro City: "Stay Kushiro Campaign" & "Kushiro Experience Discount"
2.Akkeshi Town: "Akkeshi Stay Discount" & "Tabitoku Akkeshi"
3.Engaru Town: "Sekihoku Main Line Non-Resident User Subsidy" & "Let's Go! A Quick Trip to Engaru Town!!"
4.Shibecha Town: "Shibecha Tomattoku (Stay & Save)" & "Shibecha Asondoku (Play & Save)"
5.Oketo Town: "Onsen Use Promotion Campaign"
6.Koshimizu Town: "Let's Stay in Koshimizu Campaign"
7.Otofuke Town: "Otofuke Discount"
8.Shintoku Town: "Shittoku-wari (Know & Save Discount)" & "Shittoku Rent-a-Car"
9.Tsubetsu Town: "Tsubetsu Discount" & "Nature Experience Program Subsidy"
10.Nakasatsunai Village: "Let's Stay in Nakasatsunai Village"
11.Makubetsu Town: "Town Accommodation Cost Subsidy Program"

Hokkaido-wide: "Do-Min Wari" (Hokkaido Residents' Discount)

Source: "Do-Min Wari" Official Website

With Hokkaido's "Do-Min Wari" campaign, you can receive a discount of up to 5,000 yen when you use eligible accommodation, day trips, or outdoor activities within Hokkaido provided by participating businesses, for stays or trips costing 3,000 yen or more per person per night (or per day trip). Additionally, you'll receive a 2,000 yen "Hokkaido Support Coupon" that can be used at souvenir shops, restaurants, and on transportation at your destination.

■ Campaign Period: Until September 30, 2022 (Fri)
*For overnight stays, valid until checkout on October 1, 2022 (Sat)
■ Eligible Participants: Residents of the following regions using eligible accommodation, day trips, or outdoor activities in Hokkaido.
・Hokkaido residents: 14 days or more have passed since the second vaccination dose.
・Residents of Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata, and Fukushima prefectures: Must have completed the third vaccination dose.
Or must have a negative PCR test, quantitative antigen test, or similar result.
■ Details
・Receive a discount of up to 5,000 yen per person per night or per day trip for services costing 3,000 yen or more.
*The discount amount varies depending on the price. Please check the official website for details.
・Receive a 2,000 yen "Hokkaido Support Coupon" per person per night or per day trip for services costing 3,000 yen or more.
*Coupon can be used at restaurants, souvenir shops, transportation providers, etc.
*For overnight trips: Valid from check-in date to check-out date (last use on Oct 1, 2022 (Sat)).
*For day trips: Valid on the day of the trip only (last use on Sep 30, 2022 (Fri)).

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Do-Min Wari" Official Website

Hokkaido-wide: "Gurutto Hokkaido - Public Transportation Promotion Campaign"

Source: "Gurutto Hokkaido - Public Transportation Promotion Campaign" Official Website

The "Gurutto Hokkaido - Public Transportation Promotion Campaign" offers up to 50% off public transportation within Hokkaido, including trains, buses, taxis, ferries, and flights. You can purchase discounted tickets and coupon vouchers.

■ Campaign Period
・Purchase Deadline: Until August 31, 2022 (Wed)
・Usage Deadline: Until September 30, 2022 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Varies by transportation provider. Please check the official website for details.
■ Details: Get up to 50% off public transportation in Hokkaido (train, bus, taxi, ferry, air).
・Up to 30% off when using a single mode of public transport.
・Up to 50% off when using multiple connected modes of public transport (e.g., plane and bus, train and bus).
*Discount amounts vary by transportation provider. Please check the official website for details.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Gurutto Hokkaido - Public Transportation Promotion Campaign" Official Website

Hokkaido-wide: "Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Campaign"

Source: "Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Campaign" Official Website

Through the "Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Campaign," you can purchase the "Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Coupon," a premium meal ticket booklet worth 5,000 yen, for just 4,000 yen. These coupons can be used at third-party certified restaurants.

■ Campaign Period
・Purchase Deadline: Until November 30, 2022 (Wed) (Electronic coupons available from August 19 (Mon))
・Usage Deadline: Until January 31, 2022 (Tue)
■ Eligible Participants: Anyone who purchases the coupons at a post office window or the electronic version online and dines at a participating restaurant.
■ Details: Purchase a 5,000 yen "Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Coupon" booklet for 4,000 yen, usable at participating third-party certified restaurants.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Hokkaido Certified Restaurant Support Campaign" Official Website

Kushiro City: "Stay Kushiro Campaign" & "Kushiro Experience Discount"

Source: "Stay Kushiro Campaign" Official Website

With the Kushiro City "Stay Kushiro Campaign," you can receive services worth 3,000 yen when you stay at a participating accommodation facility in the city. Each facility offers a variety of unique services.

■ Campaign Period: For stays until October 31, 2022 (Mon)
■ Eligible Participants: Guests staying at participating accommodation facilities in Kushiro City.
■ Details: Each facility offers services equivalent to 3,000 yen.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Stay Kushiro Campaign" Official Website

Source: "Kushiro / Lake Akan Tourism Official Website" Kushiro Experience Discount Page

The Kushiro City "Kushiro Experience Discount" offers up to 3,000 yen off activity menus available in the city. You can experience activities such as canoeing, trekking, fishing, and cycling tours.

■ Campaign Period: Until February 28, 2023 (Tue)
■ Eligible Participants: Anyone using the designated activity menus from participating businesses in Kushiro City.
■ Details: Receive a discount of up to 3,000 yen on activity menus in the city.
*Available experiences: Canoeing, trekking, fishing, cycling tours, etc.
*The discount amount varies by provider. Please check the official website for details.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Kushiro / Lake Akan Tourism Official Website" Kushiro Experience Discount Page

Akkeshi Town: "Akkeshi Stay Discount" & "Tabitoku Akkeshi"

Source: "Akkeshi Town" Akkeshi Stay Discount Page

With the Akkeshi Town "Akkeshi Stay Discount," you get a 2,000 yen discount on your accommodation fee when you stay at a participating facility. In addition, you'll receive a 1,000 yen "Akkeshi Support Coupon for Guests" that can be used at participating souvenir shops, grocery stores, gas stations, and more.

■ Campaign Period: Until December 31, 2022 (Sat)
■ Eligible Participants: Domestic residents staying at participating accommodation facilities in Akkeshi Town.
■ Details
・A 2,000 yen discount on the accommodation fee per person, per stay at one facility.
・Receive a 1,000 yen (500 yen x 2) "Akkeshi Support Coupon for Guests" that can be used in town.
*The support coupon can be used at participating souvenir shops, grocery stores, gas stations, etc., in Akkeshi Town.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Akkeshi Town" Akkeshi Stay Discount Page

Source: "Akkeshi Town" Tabitoku Akkeshi Page

Akkeshi Town's "Tabitoku Akkeshi" (Travel Deals Akkeshi) offers up to a 5,000 yen discount on outdoor activities in the town. Depending on the season, you can experience canoe touring, guided cycling tours, winter nature watching, and smelt fishing.

■ Campaign Period: Until March 20, 2023 (Mon)
■ Eligible Participants: Domestic residents staying at participating accommodation facilities in Akkeshi Town.
■ Details: Receive a discount of up to 5,000 yen on outdoor experiences offered by local businesses.
*Available experiences: Canoe touring, guided cycling tours, winter nature watching, smelt fishing experience.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Akkeshi Town" Tabitoku Akkeshi Page

Engaru Town: "Sekihoku Main Line Non-Resident User Subsidy" & "Let's Go! A Quick Trip to Engaru Town!!"

Source: "Engaru Town" Sekihoku Main Line Non-Resident User Subsidy Page

Engaru Town's "Sekihoku Main Line Non-Resident User Subsidy" offers a subsidy to those who travel to the town by train from outside the town and stay at a participating hotel or ryokan. You can receive a 2,000 yen subsidy for a one-way trip or 4,000 yen for a round trip at a later date.

■ Campaign Period: Until March 31, 2023 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Non-residents of Engaru Town who travel to the town by train and stay at a participating hotel, ryokan, etc.
■ Details: Receive a 2,000 yen subsidy for a one-way train trip or 4,000 yen for a round trip.
*Train fares less than the subsidy amount are not eligible.
*A separate application form must be submitted to receive the subsidy.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Engaru Town" Sekihoku Main Line Non-Resident User Subsidy Page

Source: "Engaru Town" Let's Go! A Quick Trip to Engaru Town!! Page

Engaru Town's "Let's Go! A Quick Trip to Engaru Town!!" campaign offers a subsidy to those who travel to the town via Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport from outside the town and stay at a local accommodation facility. You can receive a 2,500 yen subsidy for a one-way flight or 5,000 yen for a round trip at a later date.

■ Campaign Period: Until March 31, 2023 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Non-residents of Engaru Town who travel to the town via Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport and stay at a participating accommodation facility.
■ Details: Receive a 2,500 yen subsidy for a one-way flight or 5,000 yen for a round trip using Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport.
*A separate application form must be submitted to receive the subsidy.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Engaru Town" Let's Go! A Quick Trip to Engaru Town!! Page

Shibecha Town: "Shibecha Tomattoku (Stay & Save)" & "Shibecha Asondoku (Play & Save)"

Source: "Shibecha Town" Shibecha Tomattoku Page

With Shibecha Town's "Shibecha Tomattoku," you can get a 4,000 yen discount on your accommodation fee when you stay at a participating facility for 4,000 yen or more per person per night.

■ Campaign Period: Until February 28, 2023 (Tue)
■ Eligible Participants: Guests staying at participating accommodation facilities in Shibecha Town.
■ Details: A 4,000 yen discount for stays costing 4,000 yen or more per person per night. *Not applicable to those using child rates.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Shibecha Town" Shibecha Tomattoku Page

Source: "Shibecha Town" Shibecha Asondoku Page

With Shibecha Town's "Shibecha Asondoku," you can receive a discount of 4,000 yen for adults and 2,000 yen for children on products offered by local outdoor activity providers. You can experience canoeing, kayaking, drift boating, nature guides, snow trekking, and more.

■ Campaign Period: Until February 28, 2023 (Tue)
■ Eligible Participants: Anyone using products from outdoor activity providers in Shibecha Town.
■ Details: A 4,000 yen discount per person per activity for fees of 4,000 yen or more.
*For those using child rates, a 2,000 yen discount for fees of 2,000 yen or more.
*Available experiences: Canoeing, kayaking, drift boating, nature guides, snow trekking, etc.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Shibecha Town" Shibecha Asondoku Page

Oketo Town: "Onsen Use Promotion Campaign"

Source: "Oketo Town" Onsen Use Promotion Campaign Page

Oketo Town's "Onsen Use Promotion Campaign" offers a discount on the bathing fee at the town's onsen accommodation facility, "Oketo Katsuyama Onsen Yu-Yu."

■ Campaign Period: Until September 30, 2022 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Anyone using the bathing facilities at "Oketo Katsuyama Onsen Yu-Yu" in Oketo Town.
■ Details: Discount on the bathing fee at "Oketo Katsuyama Onsen Yu-Yu."
・Adults (junior high school students and older): Regular price 500 yen, discounted to 200 yen for town residents and 300 yen for non-residents.
・Children (4 years and older): Regular price 300 yen, discounted to 100 yen for town residents and 200 yen for non-residents.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Oketo Town" Onsen Use Promotion Campaign Page

Koshimizu Town: "Let's Stay in Koshimizu Campaign"

Source: "Koshimizu Town" Let's Stay in Koshimizu Campaign Page

With Koshimizu Town's "Let's Stay in Koshimizu Campaign," you can receive a discount of up to 4,000 yen on your accommodation fee when you stay at a participating facility. In addition, the "Let's Play in Koshimizu for Less!!" campaign offers a discount of up to 5,000 yen on activities like bird watching, cross-biking, and guided tours provided by the tourism association and local private guides.

■ Campaign Period: Until September 30, 2022 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Guests staying at participating accommodation facilities in Koshimizu Town.
*It is also possible to use only the activities.
■ Details
・50% discount on one night's accommodation fee (up to 4,000 yen).
・50% discount on activity fees provided by the tourism association and local private guides (up to 5,000 yen).
*Available experiences: Bird watching, cross-biking, guided tours, etc.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Koshimizu Town" Let's Stay in Koshimizu Campaign Page

Otofuke Town: "Otofuke Discount"

Source: "Otofuke Town Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association" Otofuke Discount Page

With Otofuke Town's "Otofuke Discount," you can receive a 2,000 yen discount on your accommodation fee when you stay at a participating facility for 2,001 yen or more per person per night.

■ Campaign Period: Until checkout on March 31, 2023 (Fri)
*The period may vary by facility, so please check directly with each accommodation provider for details.
■ Eligible Participants: Hokkaido residents staying at participating accommodation facilities in Otofuke Town.
■ Details: A 2,000 yen discount for stays costing 2,001 yen or more per person per night.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Otofuke Town Tokachigawa Onsen Tourist Association" Otofuke Discount Page

Shintoku Town: "Shittoku-wari (Know & Save Discount)" & "Shittoku Rent-a-Car"

Source: "Shintoku Town" Shittoku-wari Page

With Shintoku Town's "Shittoku-wari," you can get a discount of up to 2,000 yen when you use participating accommodation facilities, hands-on tourism facilities, or sports activities.

■ Campaign Period: Until checkout on September 30, 2022 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Domestic residents using participating accommodation facilities, hands-on tourism facilities, or sports activities in Shintoku Town.
*A survey must be completed at the time of use.
■ Details: A 50% discount on the fee per person per night or per experience (up to 2,000 yen).
*The campaign may not be available depending on the budget status. Please be sure to confirm the availability of the Shittoku-wari discount with each facility in advance.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Shintoku Town" Shittoku-wari Page

Source: "Shintoku Town" Shittoku Rent-a-Car Page

Shintoku Town's "Shittoku Rent-a-Car" offers up to a 66% discount on a one-day (24-hour) car rental. You can rent a car at a special rate if you spend 10,000 yen at the town's accommodation facilities, hands-on tourism facilities, or sports activities.

■ Campaign Period: For departures until November 30, 2022 (Wed)
■ Eligible Participants: Those who spend 10,000 yen or more at accommodation facilities, hands-on tourism facilities, or sports activities in Shintoku Town.
*No limit on the number of people.
*If the required amount is not met through accommodation and experiences, purchases at local shops can be combined.
■ Details: Rent a car for one day (24 hours) at a special rate with up to a 66% discount.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Shintoku Town" Shittoku Rent-a-Car Page

Tsubetsu Town: "Tsubetsu Discount" & "Nature Experience Program Subsidy"

Source: "Tsubetsu Town" Tsubetsu Discount Page

With Tsubetsu Town's "Tsubetsu Discount," you can get a 50% discount on your accommodation fee, up to a maximum of 3,000 yen, when you stay at a participating facility.

■ Campaign Period: For check-ins until October 31, 2022 (Mon)
*The campaign may end without notice once the budget is reached, even during the period.
■ Eligible Participants
・Residents of Tsubetsu Town
・Hokkaido residents: 14 days or more have passed since the second vaccination dose.
・Residents from outside Hokkaido: Must have been vaccinated 3 or more times.
Or must have a negative COVID-19 test result.
■ Details: A 50% discount on the accommodation fee per person per night (up to 3,000 yen).

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Tsubetsu Town" Tsubetsu Discount Page

Source: "Tsubetsu Town" Nature Experience Program Subsidy Page

Tsubetsu Town's "Nature Experience Program Subsidy" offers a 50% discount on nature experience programs offered by the town's "Nonno no Mori Nature Center." A variety of nature-based programs are available, including guided tours, forest therapy, and craft experiences.

■ Campaign Period: Until March 21, 2023 (Tue)
*The campaign may end without notice once the budget is reached, even during the period.
■ Eligible Participants
・Residents of Tsubetsu Town
・Hokkaido residents: 14 days or more have passed since the second vaccination dose.
・Residents from outside Hokkaido: Must have been vaccinated 3 or more times.
Or must have a negative COVID-19 test result.
■ Details: A 50% discount on nature experience programs offered by Tsubetsu Town's "Nonno no Mori Nature Center."
*Available experiences: Guided tours, forest therapy, craft experiences, etc.

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Tsubetsu Town" Nature Experience Program Subsidy Page

Nakasatsunai Village: "Let's Stay in Nakasatsunai Village"

With Nakasatsunai Village's "Let's Stay in Nakasatsunai Village" campaign, you can get a 50% discount on your accommodation fee, up to a maximum of 3,000 yen, when you stay at a participating facility.

■ Campaign Period: Until March 31, 2023 (Fri)
■ Eligible Participants: Guests staying at participating accommodation facilities in Nakasatsunai Village.
■ Details: A 50% discount on the accommodation fee per person per night (up to 3,000 yen).

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Nakasatsunai Village" Let's Stay in Nakasatsunai Village Page

Makubetsu Town: "Town Accommodation Cost Subsidy Program"

Makubetsu Town's "Town Accommodation Cost Subsidy Program" offers a 50% discount on your accommodation fee, up to a maximum of 2,500 yen, when you stay at a participating facility.

■ Campaign Period: ~~① Until June 30, 2022 (Thu)~~ / ② November 1, 2022 (Tue) – February 28, 2023 (Tue)
■ Eligible Participants: Residents of the Tokachi area staying at participating accommodation facilities in Makubetsu Town.
■ Details: A 50% discount on the accommodation fee per person per night (up to 2,500 yen).

▼For more details, please check the official website
"Makubetsu Town" Town Accommodation Cost Subsidy Program Page

Some campaigns may end before their scheduled date or be temporarily suspended depending on the situation, so please be sure to check the official website for the latest status before you go.

In addition to the infection control measures set by the national and Hokkaido governments, many areas have their own local guidelines. We ask for everyone's cooperation in preventing the spread of infection to ensure a wonderful and safe trip to Hokkaido!