Lake Toya Visitor Center & Volcanic Science Museum
Feel the Earth’s Pulse at Lake Toya
To truly understand Lake Toya’s stunning beauty—forged by the dynamic activity of Mt. Usu—start your visit at the Lake Toya Visitor Center. The center introduces the region’s rich natural environment through easy-to-explore panels and real-life specimens, perfect for all ages.
The adjacent Volcanic Science Museum reveals the history and mechanism of Mt. Usu's powerful eruptions through videos and detailed explanations. It features striking exhibits, such as trucks damaged in past eruptions, offering a close-up view of how life coexists with nature’s immense forces.
The area surrounding the lake also features relaxing hot springs and delicious Hokkaido cuisine. Visitors can enjoy both learning and leisure while appreciating the powerful energy that shapes this beautiful landscape.
- * Please note that the text shown on this page includes machine translations.
- Category
- With friends
- Family
- Travel style
- Lake and marsh, waterfall, pond, dam
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Parks, green spaces, multipurpose facilities
- Theme parks, tourist facilities
- Travel Inspiration
- Have fun with the kids
- Ideas for a rainy day
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒049-5721
- Address
- 北海道虻田郡洞爺湖町洞爺湖温泉142-5
- Telephone Number
- 0142-75-2555
- Open
- 9:00-17:00
10:00-15:00 (January 4-5) - Closed
- The New Year's holiday and other temporary closures
- Prices
- paid (visitor center free)
- Car Park
- 32 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By bus: About 20 minutes from JR Toya Station
●By car: About 10 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Abuta-Toyako IC - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
