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Naitai Highland Ranch and Naitai Terrace

The Grandeur of Japan’s Largest Public Ranch

Escape to a vast 1,700-hectare landscape where emerald pastures meet the horizon and refreshing highland air surrounds you.

Located in the northwest of the Tokachi Plain, Naitai Highland Ranch is Japan’s largest public ranch, established in 1972 as a national project for raising young cattle. Across this immense landscape, about 2,000 dairy cows graze peacefully, creating a classic Hokkaido scene. The 7-kilometer road from the entrance gate offers spectacular views of rolling green hills stretching toward the horizon. As you climb higher, the cool breeze and fresh scent of grass enhance the journey.

At the summit stands Naitai Terrace, an observation facility with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views in every direction. Inside, visitors can relax in a calm space accented by natural wood while looking out over the Tokachi Plain and the distant Hidaka Mountains. The name “Naitai” comes from the Ainu word meaning “deep mountain stream,” reflecting the area's strong connection to nature. Gazing across the vivid contrast of green pastures and blue sky, visitors can fully appreciate the remarkable scale of Hokkaido’s landscape.

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Area: Eastern Hokkaido; Tokachi, Obihiro

Category: With friends; History, culture, art; Solo trip; Guys' trip; Girls' trip; Couple; Family; Travel style; Ranch experience, fishery experience, farming experience; Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon; Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms; Natural scenery, spectacular views; Towers, observatories; Theme parks, tourist facilities; Food culture

Travel Inspiration: Enjoy spectacular views; Scenic routes

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General Information

Postal code: 〒080-1407　
Address: 北海道河東郡上士幌町字上音更128-5
Telephone Number: 090-3398-5049（Kamishihoro Town Tourism Association）
Open: [Farm] 7:00-19:00 (Jun.-Sep.), 7:00-18:00 (May and Oct.)
[Terrace] 9:00-17:00
Closed: Late Oct.- early Apr.
Prices: Free
Car Park: 83 spaces, free
Directions: ●By car: About 60 minutes from JR Obihiro Station
●By car: About 60 minutes from Doto Expwy Otofuke-Obihiro IC
Website: Official site (Japanese)

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

Area Guide "Eastern Hokkaido": https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/feature/doutou

Explore the nature of East Hokkaido: https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/feature/explore-the-nature-of-east-hokkaido

For the Best Views in Japan, Come to Tokachi: https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/feature/for-the-best-views-in-japan-come-to-tokachi

Experience the Majestic Nature of Tokachi! A First-Time Visitor’s Guide to Obihiro and Tokachi: https://www.visit-hokkaido.jp/en/feature/tokachi

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