4-Days Journey to Explore the Winter Forests, Lakes, and Drift Ice of Eastern Hokkaido(Kushiro In / Asahikawa Out)

Hotel New Akan

At New Akan Hotel, guests can enjoy the popular rooftop Hot Spring Pool, "Tenku Garden Spa." Slip into your swimsuit and immerse yourself in the ultimate infinity spa experience, where you can take in the breathtaking views of winter Lake Akan while feeling one with the surrounding nature.

Lake Akan Onsen (Hot Spring) - Join the Morning Café Tour to encounter the mystical Frost Flowers

Morning Café Tour by "Tsuruga Adventure Base SIRI", located on the first floor of "Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga," this unique tour lets you walk and play on the frozen Lake Akan in the early morning. The experience concludes with a warm cup of Coffee as you watch the Sunrise—an unforgettable way to start your day in the heart of nature.

Lake Mashu First Observatory (Lake Mashu Kamui Terrace) (30minutes)

Lake Mashu, a Caldera Lake with a maximum depth of 211.4 meters and World-Class Clarity, occasionally freezes over in winter, offering a rare and breathtaking sight. At the adjacent Mashu Lake Kamui Terrace, you can enjoy the stunning views of the lake from the comfort of indoors in the coldest months. The terrace also offers light meals, soft- ice cream, and coffee.

Bihoro Pass (60minutes)

Bihoro Pass, located on the main road connecting Teshikaga Town and Bihoro Pass, is one of Hokkaido's most stunning viewpoints. At an elevation of 525 meters, the pass offers a panoramic view of Lake Kussharo, Japan's largest caldera lake, with the small island of Nakajima floating in its center. This stunning landscape attracts many visitors and is a must-see destination for travelers seeking Hokkaido’s natural beauty.

View Meruhen no Oka (Hill of Fairy) from the bus

Set among rolling fields, the Seven Larch Trees of "Meruhen-no-Oka (Hill of Fairy)" stand like a scene from a storybook. In winter, the landscape transforms into a snow-covered wonderland, where the bright blue sky, pristine white land, and the seven iconic trees create a quintessentially Hokkaido view—an unforgettable sight on clear days.

Abashiri Rest Stop – Ryuhyo Kaido Abashiri - Lunch and Board The Aurora Icebreaker Ship

Board the Aurora Icebreaker Cruise at the Ticket Counter Inside Roadside Station Abashiri, and embark on an unforgettable journey! This large ship, with a capacity of 450 passengers, allows you to witness drift ice up close from both the deck and inside. Experience the thrill as the ship powers through the ice, breaking it under its weight for a truly exhilarating cruise.

Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort

Oshinkoshin Falls (15minutes)

Selected as one of "Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls", this majestic cascade plunges 50 meters down a 70-meter-high cliff in a striking and dramatic spectacle of natural beauty. In winter, the waterfall freezes, creating a breathtaking scene where frozen falls meet the vast sea of drift ice—a rare and extraordinary sight you won’t find anywhere else.

Notsuke Peninsula ( 120minutes)

Notsuke Peninsula, which extends into the Nemuro Strait, is a treasure trove of Alpine Plants in summer, and in winter, the inland sea between the peninsula and the mainland transforms into a vast frozen landscape. This breathtaking view, known as the "Ice Horizon," stretches endlessly across the ice. The Ice Horizon Walk, where you explore this frozen expanse with a guide, is a unique winter experience only found on the Notsuke Peninsula.

Lake Mashu First Observatory (30minutes)

Lake Mashu, a Caldera Lake with a maximum depth of 211.4 meters and World-Class Clarity, occasionally freezes over in winter, offering a rare and breathtaking sight. At the adjacent Mashu Lake Kamui Terrace, you can enjoy the stunning views of the lake from the comfort of indoors in the coldest months. The terrace also offers light meals, soft- ice cream, and coffee.

Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga

While staying at Lake Akan Onsen, enjoy strolling along the lakeside or exploring the charming Hot Spring Town. A visit to the "Akanoko Ainu Kotan," where you can touch the rich Ainu culture, is highly recommended. Don’t miss the captivating "Lost Kamuy" performance at the Ainu Theater Ikoro, located within the Kotan, for an unforgettable cultural experience.

Lake Akan Bus Center

Asahikawa Station