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Nature Spots in Biei Area

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  • Shirogane Blue Pond
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagumbieichou Shirogane
    Depending on the time of year and the angle that you view it from, the water of Shirogane Blue Pond may appear either blue or green. Surrounded by ancient trees (including Japanese Larch), and with the sunlight creating magical effects on the water’s surface, this is a very popular place for taking photos. In winter, the Pond is illuminated, creating an even more mysterious effect. The Pond receives very large numbers of visitors on weekends and during the Golden Week (roughly April 29 to early May) holiday period, so it’s best to allow yourself plenty of time to get there.
    Shirogane Blue Pond image
  • Shirahige Waterfall
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagumbieichou Shirogane
    This is an extremely beautiful waterfall, with a blue-tinted stream that wells up from an underground water source crashing over the falls and sending up a white spray. In early summer, the waterfall makes a wonderful contrast with the surrounding greenery, while in winter the whole area is covered in snow; this has made the Shirahige Waterfall a popular place to take photos. The illuminations during the winter months are a must-see.
    Shirahige Waterfall image
  • Sounkyo
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagunkamikawachou Sounkyou
    This is a gorge lined with cliffs of columnar joints continuing on for about 24 kilometers, located in the Daisetsuzan National Park in Kamikawa Town, Hokkaido. In the surrounds are the Sounkyo hot springs, one of Hokkaido’s premier hot spring areas lined with hotels and Japanese style inns. The name originates from the Ainu “sounbetsu” which means “the river with many waterfalls”, and was named in 1921 by Keigetsu Omachi. The waterfalls flowing from the cliffs—Ryusei (shooting star) and Ginga (milky way) Falls are a magnificent sight and regarded as one of the top 100 waterfalls in Japan.
    Sounkyo image
  • Mt. Kurodake
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagunkamikawachou Sounkyou
    One of the mountains of the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group in Hokkaido. The mountain is known as the first location in Japan where autumn foliage starts appearing. 1,984 meters tall, it's even taller than the Japan Alps. Gentle ridges slope away from the mountain's top and the area above 1,800 meters is a vast habitat for alpine plants. A large ropeway line connects Sounkyo Onsen to the mountain's fifth station 1,300 meters above sea level. From there, there's a pair lift that will take you to the seventh station 1,520 meters up, making it easy to enjoy the alpine scenery.
    Mt. Kurodake image
  • Ryusei-no-taki (Shooting Stars Fall) and Ginga-no-taki (Milky Way Falls)
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagunkamikawachou Sounkyou
    The cliffs alongside the Ishikari River continue on for 24 kilometers. The two most famous waterfalls flowing from the cliff are Ryusei no Taki (Shooting Stars Falls) and Ginga no Taki (Milky Way Falls). The Shooting Stars waterfall falls violently from a height of 90 meters while the Milky Way waterfall gracefully falls the 120 meters like a fine white thread. The falls are also referred to as male and female falls due to their symmetry. There is a large carpark on route 39 and a 20-minute walk with the waterfalls as a backdrop will lead you to the Sobakudai viewpoint.
    Ryusei-no-taki (Shooting Stars Fall) and Ginga-no-taki (Milky Way Falls) image
  • Mt. Asahidake
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Higashi-kawacho Asahidake Onsen
    "Hokkaido's highest mountain with an altitude of approximately 2,291 meters, it is the main peak of the Daisetsuzan mountain range and has been chosen as one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains. Located on the northern side of Daisetsuzan National Park, you can enjoy an aerial walk and climb to an altitude of around 1,600 meters with the ropeway to the fifth station in around ten minutes. The area is overflowing in alpine plant varieties, and when the flowers of summertime add color to the landscape underfoot, it is known in the traditional Ainu language as ""Kamuimintara (the garden where the gods reside)."" The first leaves that change color in Japan are also spectacular. You can enjoy activities depending on the season such as trekking and skiing."
  • Hagoromo Falls
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Higashi-kawacho Tenninkyo
    This waterfall can be reached from Tenninkyo Gorge in the southeastern part of Daisetsuzan National Park by the promenade. The beautiful way in which two mountain streams merge to form a waterfall is reminiscent of the celestial nymph's robe of feathers, and it received its name from the writer Keigetsu Omachi in 1918. It boasts the title of being the largest waterfall in Hokkaido and the second largest in Japan with a height of 270 meters, and has been chosen as one of Japan's top 100 waterfalls. There is also a waterfall stand where you can face the waterfall in front. Being able to enjoy the superb view together with colorful autumn leaves is a major draw. The promenade is accessible from mid-May to mid-November. It is closed due to snow in the winter.
  • Tenninkyo Gorge
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Higashi-kawacho Tenninkyo
    "This gorge is located at the southeastern foot of the mountains of Daisetsuzan National Park upstream on the Chubetsu River. The columnar joints of the cliffs were formed over many years after a huge eruption that occurred about 30,000 years ago, and it is truly a masterpiece of nature. Many visitors come every year during the autumn to see ""Namida Iwa,"" ""Shichifuku Iwa"" and the changing colors of the trees. The contrast between the rocks and the vibrant red and yellows of the leaves is truly stunning."
  • Oobako
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagunkamikawachou Sounkyou Big case
    This gorge, created by the Ishikari River gradually wearing away at the northern foot of Mt. Daisetsu, is a spectacular spot that typifies the range of gorges known as Sounkyo. The entrance to Obako can be found on the left after passing through the Shinobako tunnel about 6 km from Sounkyo hot spring towards Kitami. The impressiveness of the gigantic rock wall is truly remarkable. It’s recommended to go here in the fall when the leaves are changing color and witness the stunning contrast between the white of the bare rock and the red trees.
    Oobako image
  • Ginsendai
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    Hokkaido Kamikawagunkamikawachou Sounkyou
    A spot famous for its beautiful autumn foliage located in the area of the Daisetsuzan Volcanic Group. Also known as Akadake, in fall the entire area turns crimson with the changing of the leaves. During the peak fall foliage period in mid-September, the road connecting to Ginsendai from the national road is closed to general traffic. The preferred sightseeing route during this time is to park in the Daisetsu Lake Site parking area and take the shuttle bus from there. Taking just ten minutes to climb up the mountain road from the parking area, the shuttle bus drops you off at a perfect spot for taking in the beautiful ridge of Akadake.
    Ginsendai image
  • Tokachi Mountain Range
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    Hokkaido Sorachi-gun Kamifurano Cho Kamikawa-gun Bieicho
    This 13 kilometer long mountain range consists of peaks around 2,000 meters high centering on Mt. Tokachi, the range's chief peak. Even today, smoke rises from volcanic Mt. Tokachi, and on clear days visitors can easily see this evidence of the mountain's continued activity.
    Tokachi Mountain Range image
  • Goryo no Oka
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Bieicho
    A beautiful hilly area situated along National Route 452. The road runs along a ridge, offering an extraordinary view, and visitors to this popular driving destination can take in the townscape of Biei Town and, on clear days, the Tokachi Mountain Range and Mt. Ishikari.
    Goryo no Oka image
  • Shirogane Fudo Falls
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Bieicho Shirogane
    A 25-minute drive from JR Biei Station. This impressive waterfall is 25 meters tall. Continuing to flow even in winter, visitors can enjoy its beauty year round.
    Shirogane Fudo Falls image
  • Seidai Dam Park
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Bieicho
  • Mt.Kurodake Nanagome Mountain trailhead
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Kamikawacho Sounkyo
  • Shichifuku Iwa
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    Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Higashi-kawacho Tenninkyo Onsen
  • Mt.Niseikaushuppe
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  • Mt.Mukayama
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  • Mt.Biei
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  • Mt.Chubetsu
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Not just a prefecture but an island of its own, Hokkaido is the most northerly prefecture and island of the Japanese archipelago. Arriving in Hokkaido, which is rural and bursting with breathtaking nature, means entering a world where vast national parks, towering mountains, and natural hot springs can be found at every turn. Come December, these natural splendors freeze over and morph into a winter wonderland.

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