[Water Kamuy] 2-day 1-night tour covering three lakes Total travel distance is 211km

【Address】

2, Tsuruoka, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-154-57-8304

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Kushiro Shitsugen Wetland Observatory was built to resemble tussock grass, a form of vegetation found in the wetland. Inside you will find information about the vegetation and a display featuring the mysterious Sakhalin taimen and other aquatic life.
The Satellite Observatory found at the mid-point of the facility’s connected wooden promenade offers commanding views of the wetland. (required time: 20 minutes if only touring the observatory or 90 minutes if touring the observatory and walking to Satellite Observatory)

【Recommended guided tours】

Learn about Kushiro Shitsugen Wetland with guided tour of the observatory and walk along the connected wooden promenade. At the end of the wooden promenade is the Satellite Observatory, where you can take in magnificent views overlooking the wetland. Your guide will provide in-depth information about the wetland, making your visit even more enjoyable. (Summer) June to October Adults 2500 yen 90-minute tour [Reservations required]

【Address】

6-11, Hokuto, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-154-56-2424

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This marks a rest stop during the long drive. The facility offers a footbath, vendors selling local products, and a restaurant serving Mashu Soba, made from soba grown in Teshikaga Town. (Takes 40 minutes)

【Address】

3-5-5, Yunoshima, Teshikaga-cho Kawakami-gun, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-15-482-2500

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Lake Mashu’s water is known to be among the clearest in the entire world. It is also known as the lake of fog. (Takes 15 minutes)

【Address】

Teshikagagenya, Teshikaga-cho Kawakami-gun, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-15-482-2200

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Mt. Io, known as Atosa Nupuli in the Ainu language, provides a highlight because of its ongoing eruptions of smoke. There is a field of marsh tea plants at the foot of the mountain that bloom every year in mid to late June. (Takes 20 minutes)

【Address】

Atosanupurigenya, Teshikaga-cho Kawakami-gun, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-15-482-2200

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Night time events are also held on occasion at the destination, including the Iomante Fire Festival, summer lights, the 1,000 torch festival, and winter festival. Be sure to visit the Ainu Kotan village for its arts and crafts and souvenir stores.

【Address】

Akan-cho, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

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[April to November] (9:00am and later; takes about 2 hours)
Walk in the Forest of Light, privately owned by the Maeda Ippoen Foundation, together with an accredited guide. Along the way you will be treated to the sight of massive Japanese Judas trees that are said to be 800 years old and a mud volcano called Bokke.

【Address】

2-6-20, Akancho Akankonsen, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-154-67-3200

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The Kushiro City Tanchozuru Natural Park located next to Tancho Kushiro Airport offers the chance to view around 10 tancho cranes throughout the year. Depending on the year, visitors may also be greeted by the sight of tancho crane chicks around May to June.

【Address】

112, Tsuruoka, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

【Tel】

+81-154-56-2219

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There is a gift shop with a huge selection of merchandise and a restaurant serving lunch and light snacks.

【Address】

2, Tsuruoka, Kushiro-shi, Hokkaido

【Tel】

0154-57-8304

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