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A road to encounter the mysterious blue surrounded by rich virgin forest. Scenic Byway Hokkaido (14)
Route coordinator for this tour
Driving route this time
Shikotsu-Toya Niseko Route (Welcome Hokkaido Area)
We set off on our drive as soon as possible!
1〈Scenic Byway Information Base〉 Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center, Shikotsu-Toya National Park (Chitose City)
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When you arrive at Lake Shikotsu, go to the Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center first!
You can learn about the history of the formation of Lake Shikotsu, the still active volcano, the ecology of the creatures living around Lake Shikotsu, and the world inside the lake, while having fun. After learning all about Lake Shikotsu at the Visitor Center, let's dive into the nature. You can also rent a bicycle for a short trip (until early November in R3).
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Location
Shikotsuko Onsen Banjo, Chitose City, Hokkaido
Inquiries
TEL: 0123-25-2404
Hours of Operation
9:00-17:30 (April-November)
9:30 - 16:30 (December - March)
Closed
Closed: Tuesdays from December to March (or the following day if the Tuesday is a national holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 - January 3)
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2〈Activities〉Ocean Dis
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Dip into Lake Shikotsu! Why don't you get healed in the water with all your might?
At "Ocean Diz", you can enjoy diving in Lake Shikotsu all year round. Even if you are not a good swimmer, it is okay because you will practice slowly where you can reach your feet. If you are not comfortable in the water, you can take a fat bike ride to explore the waterfall!
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Location
Shikotsuko Onsen Bangaichi, Chitose City, Hokkaido
Inquiries
E-mail: lake452@ocean-days.com
Hours of Operation
Summer ( April - September ) 8:30-17:30
Winter ( October to March ) 9:00~16:30
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3〈Activities〉Shikotsu Guide House Kanoa
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Relax on the water. Take a canoe to the headwaters of the Chitose River.
At Shikotsu Guide House Kanaa, you can enjoy the program with your five senses as you canoe over the crystal clear water and see the forest and underwater life that changes with each season. Take a break, enjoy a cup of tea, and take a canoe tour at SOTOCafe.
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■Location
Lake Shikotsu Onsen, Chitose City, Hokkaido
Contact for inquiries
Email:gh.canoa.info@gmail.com
Map
4〈Scenic Cafe〉 Memere (Chitose City )
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After enjoying the activities, take a break at the Scenic Cafe in Lake Shikotsu Onsen Town.
The name of the restaurant is "Grandma" in French. The name of the café means "grandmother" in French, and the owner hopes to inherit the "spirit of hospitality" of Marukoma's grandmothers. We recommend the Chip Dog (*), a sandwich of Lake Shikotsu's famous Hime-masu trout, and the Marukoma Aged Manju, a deep-fried onsen manju (bun)!
*Chip is a nickname for the hime-masu trout.
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■Location
7 Horomiuchi, Chitose City, Hokkaido
■Inquiries
TEL: 0123-25-2341
■Business hours
One-day bathing: 10:00-15:00
■Map
<Information transmission> National Park Lake Shikotsu Management Council
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There are many more things to do in Lake Shikotsu! The "Lake Shikotsu Sightseeing Information Site" operated by the Lake Shikotsu Management Council introduces the unique things to do in Lake Shikotsu from a local perspective, such as nature, food, hot springs, and activities. Please check it out.
National Park Lake Shikotsu Management CouncilConclusion
How was your visit to Lake Shikotsu?This route made you want to enjoy the deep and clear lake with your whole body. It is just the time of year when the autumn leaves are at their best in the central Hokkaido area, so you can enjoy the contrast of the blue color of the lake and the vivid red and yellow of the autumn leaves!
Please continue to take precautions against infection and enjoy your drive.
Scenic Byways Hokkaido
The program started in 2005, and as of the end of December 2019, there are 13 designated routes and 3 candidate routes, with approximately 440 organizations involved in activities.
Scenic Byway Hokkaido
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