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Lake Shikotsu, whose name comes from the Ainu word "shi-kot" (large depression), is home to a sheer cliff-like landscape known as "columnar jointing" beneath the lake's surface. Its deep waters, at 363m, are a testament to the intensity of the explosion, making it the second deepest lake in Japan after Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture. Because of its depth, the lake rarely freezes over, making it the northernmost lake in Japan that never freezes over.
Lake Toya, where Ainu legends say that a giant winged serpent lived, was created by the eruption of a submerged volcano. This article introduces recommended spots around Lake Toya, ways to enjoy the lake over the course of a day, and model sightseeing itineraries based in New Chitose Airport or Sapporo. It also includes information on convenient hotels for day trips and overnight stays in scenic areas where you can enjoy high-quality hot springs and sightseeing.
Cape Chikyu is derived from the Ainu word "chikepu," which means "cliff." From "chikepu" it became "chikiu," and then "Cape Chikyu." The lighthouse on the cape is 131 meters high and has a range of 25 nautical miles. It was first lit in 1920. Cape Chikyu is one of the most scenic spots in Japan, with a series of cliffs about 100 meters high, and on clear days you can see the Pacific Ocean from the observation deck. It is one of Hokkaido's most popular tourist spots, having been ranked number one in the "Hokkaido's Top 100 Natural Spots," and on New Year's Day it is crowded with locals and tourists from far and wide who come to worship at the first sunrise of the year.
・Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch is named after the active volcano Showa Shinzan. Originally, the mountain was only 270 meters high, but continued crustal activity has caused it to grow taller with each passing day, and it now stands 398 meters above sea level. It is a "young mountain" that is still growing, and is classified as a rare rock tower-type volcano in the world. White geothermal smoke can still be seen from the reddish-brown mountains. Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch is home to approximately 100 purebred brown bears. The ranch covers a large area, and the bears are divided into relatively fixed areas by age group.
・To Noboribetsu Jigokudani Jigokudani You can see hot water flowing down the reddish-brown mountainside and volcanic gas erupting. Jigokudani is very vast. It's a place where you can feel the power of nature.
~Itinerary Introduction~Basic Course Meeting time: 08:00
Meeting point: Hotel lobby pick-up and meeting
09:00 Lake Shikotsu (approx. 30 minutes) Meet at 9:35.
10:30 Matthew Room Roadside Station (approx. 15 minutes) Meet at 10:45.
11:45 Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch Usuzan Volcano Mouth Lobo Way (approx. 120 mins) (including lunch time) Meet at 13:45.
14:10 Lake Toya Ice Hut and Mt. Yotei (approx. 15 mins) Meet at 14:25.
14:30 Toyako Observatory (approx. 20 mins) Meet at 14:50.
15:25 Meisui Park (approx. 30 mins) Meet at 16:00.
18:00 Scheduled to arrive in Sapporo
Duration: Approximately 10 hours Return time: Scheduled return time: 6:00-6:30 PM. We will drop you off at your hotel lobby.
*Arrival time and length of stay vary depending on the course.
~Important information~
・Driver and tour guide.
・If the child using the seat is under 2 years old, they will be required to sit alone in a child seat. Children who are 2 years old or older may sit alone without a child seat. Child seat rental services are available. Please let us know in the comments section when making your reservation.
・Vehicle type: Vehicles will be allocated according to the number of people. In the case of small groups, travel services will be provided by a driver. In this case, after arriving at the tourist spot, you will be free to do as you like.
・Due to limited luggage storage space, we are only able to bring one large suitcase per person. If you wish to bring two or more suitcases, please let us know in the comments section.