22 Highlights of Shikotsu-Toya National Park
Located in the southwestern part of Hokkaido, Shikotsu-Toya National Park is home to two major caldera lakes, Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya, as well as various volcanoes, earning it the nickname "Museum of Living Volcanoes." The park features a variety of hot springs and volcanic activities, with popular hot spring resorts such as Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, and Jozankei. Lake Shikotsu is known as the northernmost unfrozen lake, captivating visitors with its stunning scenery. Close to central Sapporo and New Chitose Airport, the park offers a range of activities including nature exploration, hot spring relaxation, mountain climbing, and alpine plant observation.
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- Mt. Yotei (Ezo Fuji)
- Mt. Yotei is widely celebrated as “Ezo Fuji” for its refined, near-perfect conical shape, reminiscent of Japan&rsquo…
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- Jozankei Hot Spring
- Jozankei hot spring is a famous hot spring with over 150 years of history. With superb access, it is just About 60 minutes by ta…
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- Hoheikyo Hot Spring
- Nestled in the quiet hills outside Sapporo, Hoheikyo Hot Spring is a long-loved retreat famous for its abundant natural water an…
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- Hoheikyo Dam
- A premier scenic destination near Sapporo where the grandeur of a massive arch dam meets stunning seasonal landscapes, particula…
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- Lake Okotanpe
- Experience the mystical, shifting hues of Lake Okotanpe, one of Hokkaido’s three most secluded and legendary lakes.Nestled…
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- Marukoma Hot Spring
- Relax at a historic lakeside inn with a natural open-air bath that blends with Lake Shikotsu.Located on the northern shore of La…
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- Lake Shikotsu
- Surrounded by primeval forests and iconic mountains, Lake Shikotsu is a jewel of Hokkaido, famous for its remarkable water clari…
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- Chitose–Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival: “Ice Museum”
- Held from late Jan. to early Feb.Created using the pure waters of Lake Shikotsu, the festival’s ice sculptures transform d…
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- Lake Shikotsu Hot Spring
- Nestled along the shores of Lake Shikotsu, this hot spring town offers healing in a pristine natural setting, with mineral-rich …
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- Mt. Tarumae
- Mt. Tarumae is an active volcano rising 1,041 meters southeast of Lake Shikotsu, famous for its rare lava dome and 360-degree pa…
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- Noboribetsu Jigokudani
- Jigokudani, formed by the eruption of Mt. Hiyori (Hiyori-yama), is a 450m-wide crater where white smoke and boiling hot springs …
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- Oyunumagawa Natural Footbath
- A rare natural footbath spot nationwide near Noboribetsu Onsen's Jigokudani, where you can directly soak your feet in a rive…
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- Karurusu Hot Spring
- Located about 8 km northwest of Noboribetsu Hot Spring and surrounded by high mountains on three sides, this was the first natio…
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- Mt. Showa Shinzan
- A miraculous mountain that suddenly emerged from a wheat field, still venting smoke and showing vibrant reddish lava rocks.In 19…
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- Mt. Usu Ropeway
- Take a 6-minute aerial ride to witness a dynamic, extraordinary landscape shaped by volcanoes and serene lakes.Your adventure be…
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- Mt. Usu
- Ride the ropeway to the summit, where observation decks overlook dramatic craters and the scenic expanse of Lake Toya, for a fir…
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- Lake Toya
- Discover the beauty of Lake Toya, a caldera lake where active volcanoes, serene islands, and outdoor sculptures create a unique …
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- Nakajima Lake Forest Museum
- Located on Nakajima Island at the center of Lake Toya, this museum is a symbolic site of the UNESCO Global Geopark, showcasing t…
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- Lake Toya Long Run Fireworks Display
- This iconic Lake Toya event lights up the night sky every evening for about six months. Around 450 fireworks are launched from a…
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- Lake Toya Hot Spring
- Set against shimmering waters and volcanic landscapes, Lake Toya Hot Spring is one of Hokkaido’s premier resorts, formed b…
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- Lake Toya Visitor Center & Volcanic Science Museum
- Lake Toya’s stunning beauty was forged by the dynamic activity of Mt. Usu. To fully appreciate it, start your visit at the…
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- Mt. Usu Nishiyama Foothills Crater Trail
- Experience the raw power of the earth on a trail through craters formed by the Mt. Usu eruption in March 2000, where the scars o…
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- Mt. Yotei (Ezo Fuji)
- Jozankei Hot Spring
- Hoheikyo Hot Spring
- Hoheikyo Dam
- Lake Okotanpe
- Marukoma Hot Spring
- Lake Shikotsu
- Chitose–Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival: “Ice Museum”
- Lake Shikotsu Hot Spring
- Mt. Tarumae
- Noboribetsu Jigokudani
- Oyunumagawa Natural Footbath
- Karurusu Hot Spring
- Mt. Showa Shinzan
- Mt. Usu Ropeway
- Mt. Usu
- Lake Toya
- Nakajima Lake Forest Museum
- Lake Toya Long Run Fireworks Display
- Lake Toya Hot Spring
- Lake Toya Visitor Center & Volcanic Science Museum
- Mt. Usu Nishiyama Foothills Crater Trail
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