From the lake to the sea, and then to the farthest land.
A breathtaking journey through Eastern Hokkaido.
Akan Lake - Kawayu - Abashiri - Utoro - Notsuke Peninsula
Volcanoes, drifting ice, and wildlife. A grand tour route exploring the breathtaking scenery of eastern Hokkaido.
Experience the majestic nature of a national park and Ainu culture at Lake Akan, and feel the breath of the volcano at Kawayu Onsen and Lake Mashu. From there, head towards the Okhotsk Sea along the coast of Abashiri, where you can immerse yourself in the culture of the port town and witness drifting ice.
Additionally, in the World Natural Heritage site of Shiretoko, encounters with wildlife await through cruises and walking tours, while the final leg of the journey takes you to the endless wilderness and unique ecosystem of Notsuke Peninsula.
Lakes, volcanoes, seas, drifting ice, and wildlife—this is a greedy scenic tour that allows you to explore the grand natural stage that Eastern Hokkaido proudly offers all at once.
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Kawayu Onsen, where one can feel the breath of the volcano, is a "living hot spring" with the scent of sulfur rising in the air. Steam drifts around the area, and the heartbeat of the earth can be felt beneath one's feet. Nearby, at Lake Kussharo, mist rises from the lake's surface in the early morning, and swans quietly rest their wings. Volcano and lake. This contrasting scenery reminds us that both emerge from the same pulse of the earth.
Time Schedule
Time Schedule
From Lake Akan to Kawayu Onsen, and then to Abashiri.
- Nature walks in national parks such as "Forest of Light" and "Bokke Forest"
- Learning about coexistence between nature and humans through marimo conservation activities and the Ainu cultural guide "Anytime, Ainutime!"
Transfer to the Kawayu Onsen area (approximately 1.5 hours)
- for volcanic and caldera sightseeing around Mount Io, Lake Mashu, and Lake Kussharo.
Travel to Abashiri (approximately 2 hours)
- Learn about history at the Abashiri Prison Museum
- Experience the winter culture of the Okhotsk region and the allure of drifting ice at the Drift Ice Museum
Abashiri Accommodation
- Winter ice floe cruises (available only in February) are also possible
- Savor seafood dinners from the Sea of Okhotsk
To the great nature of Utoro and Shiretoko.
Utoro and Shiretoko Tourism
- World Heritage Site: Shiretoko Five Lakes Walk
- Cruise for observing Shiretoko's cliffs and wildlife (summer season)
- In winter, enjoy ice floe walks and hot springs in Shiretoko.
Utoro Accommodation
- Enjoy the seafood of Shiretoko and the evening scenery at a hotel with hot springs.
Encountering Wildlife on Notsuke Peninsula
Utoro → Notsuke Peninsula (approximately 2.5 hours)
- Along the way, visit the Shibetsu Salmon Science Museum and the breathtaking views of Todowara.
Notsuke Peninsula
- Guided walks at the Notsuke Peninsula Nature Center
- In winter, ice horizon walks; in summer, wildlife observation (deer and wild birds)
Return to Lake Akan or Kushiro Airport (approximately 3.5 hours)
Bus operating the model course
Akan Lake → Abashiri → Shiretoko Summer and Winter Service Kushiro Shiretoko Line Shiretoko → Notsuke → Akan Lake Summer and Winter Service Shiretoko Kushiro Line
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