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Enjoy a luxurious moment of “doing nothing”… The Lake Akan Observation Terrace has arrived at Lake Akan Ski Resort!
Enjoy a relaxing moment on this special paid terrace with a spectacular view of Lake Akan. ・45-minute use per section, including two drinks ¥4,000 (tax included) ・For those without a car, we also offer an electric bicycle rental plan♪ ¥6,000 (tax included) ※Closed during bad weather ※Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Open daily until early October) ※Please note that there are no restrooms. ※2 seats per section (up to 2 adults) ※On-site reservations for the observation terrace will…
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Lake Akan Information Center to Install Simultaneous Interpretation Equipment
A simultaneous interpretation machine has been installed at the Lake Akan Tourist Information Center! The machine is available in 13 languages, including English, Chinese, and French, and also allows visitors with limited language skills to enter questions on a tablet device.
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Akan Airport Liner Limited Operation January
Akan Airport Liner conducting a limited operation due to COVID-19. January service day 8th-11th, 15th-17th, 22nd-24th, 29th-31st Inquiry 0154-37-2221
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A new photo spot in Kushiro
A new photo spot of Kushiro was unveiled at Nusamai square near Nusamai Bridge. That is Cool KUSHIRO monument!! ‘Cool’ is really suitable for Kushiro because the average of maximum temperature is approx. 21℃. Take a ‘cool’ picture with this when you visit Kushiro📷✨ 📍Nusamai Square – 15mins walk from JR Kushiro Station
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【Notice】Cool Kushiro Monument
A new landmark of Kushiro will be completed on December 25th! It is a monument of ‘Cool Kushiro’. Kushiro’s average maximum temperature is approx.21℃, so ‘Cool’ really match for Kushiro. Please take a picture with this when you come to Kushiro. And also, moving shadow pictures will appear in front of Kushiro Fisherman’s Wharf Moo. The pictures are motifs of Kamuy, the spirits of Ainu people. For celebrating it, the opening ceremony will be held at Nusamai Square at 6:30…
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Nusamai Bridge Lighting-up Color Schedule in November
Nusmai Bridge Lighting-up Color schedule in November has been updated. We hope this will lead to elimination of racial discrimination, violence against woman and prevention diabetes. Please check the detail below↓ https://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/things_to_do/13407/
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Kushiro Tourist Concierge～Bike rental service～
Hi! I’m Kushiro Tourist Concierge. I enjoyed cycling using our bicycle rental service! This time, I chose Electric bike from three types. It’s very useful for me. Then let’s go!! First, I headed to Life Learning Center from Kushiro Tourism and International Relations Center. On the way, crossed Nusamai Bridge over Kushiro River and passed Syusse Slope. Syusse Slope Life Learning Center is on the top of the hill, so I had to go up the hill road. Does it…
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Kushiro Gourmet Hopping Tour
Do you want to have a dinner at the restaurants loved by locals? Kushiro Gourmet Hopping Tour takes you there!! You can enjoy not only the local specialties but also talking with English speaking local guide. Have a wonderful night with Kushiro Gourmet Hopping Tour!! Please check the detail below↓ https://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/things_to_do/13613/
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Kushiro City Night View Map
This is a map for enjoying Kushiro night after sunset. Please find your favorite place on the map and enjoy the good lights, good food and good drink!! http://ja.kushiro-lakeakan.com/kushiroakanwp/wp-content/uploads/00ba0665f240404571c1502b32b5357b-3.pdf
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SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train
The Steam Locomotive ‘SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train’ has started its operation!! Make a wonderful memory with this train. Please check the detail below↓ http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/kushiroakanwp/wp-content/uploads/0b5136844a068a80cd0997576ac86328.pdf
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SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train
Why don’t you make a wonderful winter memory with SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train? The scenic train will start operating on January 25, 2020. ＊Note: Only reserved seating is available. Please refer the website below ↓ https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/travel/sl/
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Nusamai Bridge’s Lighting-Up Color Schedule in November
We have updated Nusamai Bridge’s Lighting-Up Color Schedule in November! Please check the URL below↓ http://en.kushiro-lakeakan.com/things_to_do/13407/
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「第70回まりも祭り」開催について
10月8日(火)から10月10日(木)まで、『第70回まりも祭り』を開催いたします。 8日(火) 午前中セミナー『まりもについての講演』 午後からはセミナー受講者の『まりも生育地観察会』を予定しております。 ※『まりもについての講演』の申込書はコチラ→まりも祭り講演会申込書。 ⁂申込書に記載する電話番号は、こちらから連絡の取りやすい番号でお願いします。開催中止などの連絡をする場合がございます。 9日 (火)お昼より『まりも踊り』『まりもを迎える儀式』『まりもを護る儀式』 10日(水)『まりもを送る儀式』 をそれぞれ開催予定いたします。 10月8日まりもセミナーは、メール、またはFAXにて、9月10日(火) 9：00～ 受付開始 NPO法人阿寒観光協会まちづくり推進機構 メールアドレス tour@lake-akan.com FAX 0154-67-3024にて受付開始いたします。
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Nusamai Bridge’s Lighting-Up Color Schedule in August
Nusamai Bridge Lighting-up color schedule in August↓ Enjoy walking along Kushiro River and the cool evening air!
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Rental Bicycle
We ‘Kushiro Tourist Concierge’ have rental bicycles. You can choose from a selection of Electric, Mountain and Mini Velo bicycles. We also can provide you with Kushiro cycling maps. How about cycling around Kushiro city area? Types of rental bicycles Electric bicycle Mountain bicycle Mini Velo Rental Rate 1/2Day (3 Hours)-1600JPY 1Day (8 Hours)-2800JPY ※The rates apply all bicycles. 〇Address 3-3 Saiwai-cho Kushiro City Hokkaido Japan 〇Phone ＋81-154-31-1996 〇Business period June 1-October 31 〇Business Hours…
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Akan Mashu Bus ( summer operation)
Akan Mashu Bus ( summer operation) The times vary depending on the dates 【July/13-July/26】 （one way） Akanko Bus terminal 9：05 JR Mashu Station 10：10 （return） JR Mashu Station 12：00 Akanko Bus terminal 13：30 【July/27-Sep/1】 （one way） Akanko Bus terminal 7：25 12：00 JR Mashu Station 8：30 13：05 （return） JR Mashu Station 10：30 14：45 Akanko Bus terminal 11：20 15：35 【Fare】 One way：Adult 1500 yen/ Child 750 yen Round ： Adult 2100 yen / Child 1050 yen （Round trip discount is valid only for the same day travel.）
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Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train
Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train, a sightseeing train runs through Kushiro wetlands slowly, will start its operation on April 27. The operation schedule will depend on the route and time. And this year, Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train will celebrate its 30th anniversary!! How about make a great memory with this train? Please check the detail on JR Hokkaido website↓ www2.jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/english/train/guide/norokkko.html?utm_source=Facebook_PicSee&fbclid=IwAR1tkCe-p3U2vv-mDGIUTz0Jm2OlA2nsDKS-hvZ59JAIlyTof6U0Q20VDtA
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Lighting –up of Nusamai Bridge
Nusamai Bridge, located Kushiro downtown area, is the best place to watch the one of the world’s three best sunsets and popular among local people as a symbol of Kushiro. Lighting-up of Nusamai Bridge started from March 30th onward. It is lit up every single night in 30mins after sunset. The color of the light will be changed by events.
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【Nortification】 Tourism Area Bus‘Akan-Mashu Go’
Akan-Mashu Go, which connect between Lake Akan area and Lake Mashu・Kawayu area, runs 22nd.January – 20th.March.2019. Please check the detail below.
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Winter Tour Bus “White Pirka” starts operation from Jan. 10th.
Winter Tour Bus “White Pirka” will get started this year’s operation from Jan. 10th. It is very convenient for those who don’t have much time or don’t have a car to visit popular tourist spots in eastern Hokkaido effectively. The bus leaves every day from the JR Kushiro Station at 8:30, visiting popular tourist places including one of the 3 major Tancho feeding spots, Tsurumidai(20 min., then Lake Kussharo(20 min.), and Mt.Io(30 min.), have lunch at Michi-no-Eki[Mashu Onsen](lunch is included…