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In winter, tempts travelers with a variety of beautiful sights, fun activities, and rewarding nature experiences.
Which genre interests you?Kushiro's snow-covered winters are filled with the profound beauty and serenity of nature. There are…
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Kushiro and Lake Akan’s tancho cranes and marimo—one of a kind in the world
Kushiro Shitsugen and Lake Akan are both home to vibrant nature that is the habitat for a number of …
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What to know about Ainu culture
The Ainu are an indigenous people who live in Hokkaido. Their presence is important when talking of …
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See AllThe 10 Best things to do in Kushiro and Lake Akan of Hokkaido
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Where is Kushiro & Lake Akan
Kushiro City lies in the North of Japan's island, Hokkaido. It is located in the southeast of Hokkaido.
The city is facing to Pacific ocean, and part of 2 national park, Kushiro Shitsugen national park and Akan National park.
The city contains 4 area, Kushiro area, Lake Akan area, Akan Tancho no-sato area, and Onbetsu area. Each area have its own feature.

About 1 hour 45 minutes from Tokyo to Kushiro Airport
by airplane
About 4 hours from Sapporo to Kushiro
by JR
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A quick note before going to KAMUI LUMINA!
Tidbits and tips to make the attractions 100 times more enjoyableThe "KAMUY LUMINA" is a night attraction where you take a night walk in the forests near Lake Akan to enjoy an interactive experience full of lights …
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Mt. Oakan Trail Open Ceremony
Third Sunday June.
The event announces the official start of the climbing season of Mt. Oakan. A Shinto religious prayer is offered to the god of the mountain for safet…
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【Cancel】Northern Venus Butterbur Festival
June 16th(Sun)
※This festival has been cancelled for 2021. This unique festival includes Onbetsu's local folk tradition of the "Butterbur Festival Song", fresh but…
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Kushiro2021/06/01
【Notice】Kushiro Marsh Observatory Rest House Ikotto
With an emergency declaration, Rest House Ikotto at Kushiro Marsh Observatory are tem…
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Kushiro2021/05/31
Akkeshi-Kiritappu-Konbumori National Park
On March 30 2021, Akkeshi-Kiritappu-Konbumori National Park, which is over Kushiro, A…
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Lake Akan2022/04/15
2022 Lake Akan Cruise through broken ice
Boat cruise operation begins in late April in Lake Akan. During the first week of the…
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Lake Akan2022/04/01
Ainu Theater Ikor has reopened from 4/1
■Ainu Theater Ikor has reopened from 4/1 Ainu theater Ikor has been closed due to th…
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