Arashiyama Observatory

Views of the Ishikari River and Mountain Ranges

Arashiyama Observatory stands on a hill 253 meters above sea level, with views of Asahikawa, the Ishikari River and the Daisetsuzan Mountains. Its wide panorama is among the Eight Views of Asahikawa, with the river winding through the Kamikawa Basin.


About 5 km west of central Asahikawa, the area takes its name from its resemblance to Arashiyama in Kyoto. A walking path leads through woodland to the observatory, where visitors can see the river valley, city and distant peaks. Trees along the route change with the seasons.


Arashiyama Park opened in 1965 as a scenic park. Its wooded trails are suitable for walking and hiking, and the observatory is a spot to view the city lights after sunset. The landscape takes on a different character in the evening.


Nearby, the Hokupo Wild Flower Garden showcases northern plant life, while the Ainu Cultural Forest and Densho-no-Kotan introduce visitors to Ainu culture. Walk through woodland, learn about local heritage and enjoy another side of Asahikawa.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport
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General Information

Postal code
〒071-1249　
Address
北海道上川郡鷹栖町9線
Telephone Number
0166-52-1934（Asahikawa City Parks and Green Space Association）
Car Park
10 spaces, free
Directions
●By car: About 25 minutes from JR Asahikawa Station
●By car: About 50 minutes from Asahikawa Airport
Website

Official site (Japanese)

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

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