Daisetsu Asahidake Gensui Park
Pure Streams from Daisetsuzan’s Snowmelt
Higashikawa, at the foot of the Daisetsuzan Mountains, is known for its groundwater. Snowmelt filters through the earth and supplies the town with water. It is the only town in Hokkaido without a public water supply; residents rely on this source in daily life.
At Daisetsu Asahidake Gensui, groundwater rises to the surface. The spring stays around 6–7°C (43–45°F) year-round and flows at about 4,600 liters per minute. Its balanced mineral content reflects the Daisetsuzan Mountains.
Visitors can freely collect water at the spring. From spring through autumn, a wooden boardwalk leads toward the source. A stream runs past moss-covered rocks, and trees provide shade in summer. The walk offers a closer look at where groundwater emerges.
The water is used for drinking and local food production. It helps support Higashikawa’s rice and vegetables as well as tofu and miso. Stop at Daisetsu Asahidake Gensui to collect spring water and discover how mountain snowmelt supports daily life.
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- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒071-1471
- Address
- 北海道上川郡東川町ノカナン
- Telephone Number
- 0166-82-2111（Higashikawa Town Public Facilities Management Office）
- Closed
- Open year-round (Restrooms closed November-April)
- Car Park
- 12 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 30 minutes from Asahikawa Airport
- Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
