Lake Kutcharo / Kutcharo Lake Festival
Highlights include fireworks reflected on the lake's surface
Lake Kutcharo is Japan's northernmost Ramsar Convention designated site. It has a unique gourd shape formed by two ponds—a larger and smaller one—connected by a narrow waterway. The lake serves as an important stopover for migratory birds traveling between Japan and Russia, including many swans and other migratory birds that rest their wings here. At the Waterfowl Observatory on the lakeshore, visitors can carefully observe wild birds and learn about Lake Kutcharo's four seasons through photo panels and video presentations.
Kutcharo Lake Festival: Held in early July
The festival features many enjoyable attractions including performances by Hamatombetsu Taiko drummers, brass band performances by local students, a raffle with luxurious prizes, and log-walking races on the water. During the nighttime fireworks display, special fireworks launched from the lake surface illuminate the night sky. Numerous food stalls serve local specialties such as grilled scallops and scallop rice.
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- Category
- With friends
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Travel style
- Activities & Outdoors
- Animal habitats, plant habitats
- Lake and marsh, waterfall, pond, dam
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Visit seas, rivers, and lakes
- Bird watching
- Travel Inspiration
- Fireworks displays in Hokkaido (Summer - Autumn)
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒098-5739
- Address
- 北海道枝幸郡浜頓別町クッチャロ湖畔
- Telephone Number
- 01634-2-2534（Lake Kutcharo Waterfowl Observatory）
- Other contact details
- 01634-2-2346（Hamatonbetsu Tourist Association）
- Open
- 9:00-17:00（Lake Kutcharo Waterfowl Observatory）
- Closed
- Mondays, the day following a national holiday （Lake Kutcharo Waterfowl Observatory）
- Prices
- Free（Lake Kutcharo Waterfowl Observatory）
- Car Park
- 52 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 60 minutes from JR Otoineppu Station
- Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
