With some great day trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to enjoy everything that Asahikawa, 40 miles away, has to offer. Asahiyama Zoo, Asahikawa City Museum and Tokiwa Park alone justify the drive out here. Located 55 miles away, Kamifurano is another popular destination. If you drop by, be sure to check out Blue Pond, Farm Tomita and Shirokane Hot Spring.