22 Highlights of Daisetsuzan National Park

The national park in central Hokkaido features diverse terrains and landscapes, and is so beautiful that the Ainu people call it "Kamui Mintara - The Playground of the Gods" due to its breathtaking beauty. Unique geological formations such as columnar joints can be seen here, and the alpine plant communities include approximately 250 species, accounting for 40% of Japan's alpine plants. Additionally, you can observe various wildlife such as brown bears, Ezo deer, red foxes, and Ezo pikas amidst the seasonal landscapes. Visitors can also experience local culture through hot springs and nature-based tourism events that coexist with the natural environment. This park is a place where the beauty and diversity of nature blend seamlessly with local culture, offering numerous attractions.
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- Mt. Asahidake
- Mt. Asahidake, Hokkaido's highest peak, is called "Kamui Mintara" in Ainu language, where you can enjoy Japan'…

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- Sugatami Pond
- A 1.7km alpine hiking course around a crater pond embraced by 2,291m Asahidake, completable in about 1 hour 30 minutes.The trail…

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- Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway
- A ropeway heading to Mt. Asahidake, Hokkaido's highest peak. From Sugatami Station at 1,600 meters elevation, you can view a…

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- Asahidake Hot Spring
- Asahidake, the highest peak in the Daisetsuzan Mountains in central Hokkaido at 2,291 meters above sea level. The hot spring was…

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- Tenninkyo Gorge
- Tenninkyo Gorge lies in the upper reaches of the Chubetsu River, which flows from Mt. Chubetsu on the southeastern slopes of Dai…

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- Tenninkyo Hot Spring
- Tenninkyo Hot Spring is a quiet retreat where visitors can enjoy dramatic gorge scenery and pure, free-flowing hot spring waters…

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- Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway
- A ropeway connecting Sounkyo Onsen town to Station 5 of Mt. Kurodake at 1,300m elevation, with a pair lift continuing to Station…

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- Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival
- Marvel at the breathtaking frozen sculptures created by the intense winter chill of the Daisetsuzan Mountains at this spectacula…

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- Sounkyo Hot Spring
- Surrounded by dramatic cliffs stretching for 24 kilometers, this hot spring resort invites visitors to unwind amid stunning cany…

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- Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Resort
- Located on the majestic Mt. Kurodake within Daisetsuzan National Park, this authentic mountain resort offers premium powder snow…

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- Ginsendai
- A famous autumn foliage spot at 1,490m altitude, 15km along the Taisetsu Kanko Road. As the trailhead for Akadake, enjoy vividly…

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- Ryusei Falls & Ginga Falls
- Two renowned waterfalls representing Sounkyo, both selected for Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. Ryusei Falls (90m) and Ginga Fal…

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- Daisetsu Kogen Hot Spring
- Developed in 1954, this hot spring area is located at an elevation of 1,260 meters within Daisetsuzan National Park. It serves a…

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- Mikuni Pass Observatory
- Mikuni Pass Observatory is one of Hokkaido’s most scenic driving routes. Its name comes from its location on the former bo…

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- Former JNR Shihoro Line Concrete Arch Bridges (Taushubetsu River Bridge)
- The Former JNR Shihoro Line once connected Obihiro and Tokachi Mitsumata. Today, its legacy beautifully remains around Lake Nuka…

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- Lake Nukabira
- Lake Nukabira, born by damming the Otofuke River. In winter, you can view "ice bubbles" where gas from the lake bottom…

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- Nukabira Hot Spring Village
- Nestled in the untouched forests near the southwestern shore of Lake Nukabira, Nukabira Hot Spring Village has been a beloved ho…

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- Lake Shikaribetsu
- The only natural lake within Daisetsuzan National Park, located at 810 meters above sea level, the highest elevation among lakes…

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- Shikaribetsu Lake Kotan
- A village of ice and snow appearing on Lake Shikaribetsu in winter. All Kotan buildings, meaning "village" in Ainu, ar…

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- Tomuraushi Hot Spring
- Tomuraushi Hot Spring, located in the untouched nature of Eastern Daisetsu, is a hidden hot spring inn at the trailhead of Mt. T…

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- Tokachidake Hot Spring
- The highest hot spring resort in Hokkaido, perched at 1,280m—your front-row seat to the sky.Located halfway up the majesti…

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- Fukiage Hot Spring
- Located 1,000m above sea level on the slopes of Mt. Tokachi, Fukiage Hot Spring is a secluded getaway where you can experience t…

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- Mt. Asahidake
- Sugatami Pond
- Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway
- Asahidake Hot Spring
- Tenninkyo Gorge
- Tenninkyo Hot Spring
- Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ropeway
- Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival
- Sounkyo Hot Spring
- Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Resort
- Ginsendai
- Ryusei Falls & Ginga Falls
- Daisetsu Kogen Hot Spring
- Mikuni Pass Observatory
- Former JNR Shihoro Line Concrete Arch Bridges (Taushubetsu River Bridge)
- Lake Nukabira
- Nukabira Hot Spring Village
- Lake Shikaribetsu
- Shikaribetsu Lake Kotan
- Tomuraushi Hot Spring
- Tokachidake Hot Spring
- Fukiage Hot Spring
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