Nature Spots in Eniwa / Chitose / Shikotsuko Area

  • Lake Shikotsu
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitoseshi Shikotsukonsen Bangaichi
    Lake Shikotsu is a large caldera lake of almost 40 kilometers in circumference in Chitose City, Hokkaido. It is Japan’s northernmost ice-free lake with high water transparency and a maximum water depth of 363 meters. The three Shikotsu peaks of Mt. Eniwa, Mt. Fuppushi and Mt. Tarumae tower over the lake surrounded by green forests. We encourage you to enjoy the view of the cobalt blue scenery from the underwater sightseeing cruise boat.
  • Lake Okotanpe
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi Okutan
    Located at the base of Mt. Eniwa, you can view Lake Okotanpe, which along with Lake Onneto and Lake Shinonome, is one of Hokkaido's three mysterious lakes. The circumference of this small lake is about five kilometers, and visitors are attracted by the changing color of the lake's surface, ranging from emerald green to cobalt blue depending on the weather. Although it is forbidden to go down to the lakeside, you can see it from the observation deck.
  • Eniwa Valley
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwashi Banjiri
    A valley in Eniwa City, Hokkaido. At this spot along the Rarumanai River, a branch of the Izarigawa River, the green of nature and the water come together in harmony. The river flows over three waterfalls, Sandan Falls, Hakusen Falls, and Rarumanai Falls, on its way to Lake Eniwa and these along with the forest make for a beautiful sightseeing spot. In the fall you can also enjoy the wonders of the fall maple colors.
  • Hill of Palette
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi Horoka
    A hilly area located in Higashioka, reachable via National Route 337. The stunning area turns completely yellow with the sunflowers planted across a vast tract of land. In most years, the best time to see the sunflowers is from late September to mid-October.
  • Chitose Kawa
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi Eniwa-shi Kitahiroshima-shi Ebetsu-shi Hoka
  • Rarumanainotaki
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwa-shi Banjiri
  • Sandannotaki
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwa-shi Banjiri
  • Bifue no Taki
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi Bifue
  • Mt.Eniwa
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido
  • Mt.Fuppushi
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido
  • Lake Eniwa
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwa-shi Banjiri
  • Mt.Tappukoppu
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Shishamonaisawa
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Mt.Koizari
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Mt.Furedake
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Mt.Ninaru
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Mt.Isari
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwa-shi
  • Mt.Ichankoppe
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Eniwa-shi
  • Okotan Cape
    Travel / Tourism
    Hokkaido Chitose-shi
  • Osaki
    Travel / Tourism
    Chitose, Hokkaido

Hokkaido Areas

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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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