Eastern Hokkaido
Eastern Hokkaido includes Obihiro, Tokachi, Abashiri, Kushiro, and Nemuro, and faces the Sea of Okhotsk, as well as the Pacific Ocean. Its many lakes make it a delightful destination in winter, when ice fishing, snowshoeing, and igloo building happen atop and around Lake Akan and Lake Mashu. Shiretoko National Park, registered as a World Heritage Site in 2005, is a beautiful place to go hiking and trekking through truly untouched nature. For visitors interested in learning more about the Ainu, the Lake Akan Ainu Kotan Cultural Center holds performances, workshops, and more to learn about Japan’s indigenous people.
Popular Locations
Highlights
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Driving from Asahikawa to Obihiro, Feel the Nature with Your Mind and Body
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Explore the nature of East Hokkaido
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Adventure Tour on Kenbokki Island - Marvel at the Beautiful Flora, Fauna, and Wild Birds!
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Adventure Base SIRI - Enjoy Some Coffee While Looking Out Over the Morning Scenery of Lake Akan
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Sushi HIRANO - Savor Fresh Seafood From the Kiritappu Area
Ideas Around Obihiro Airport
Ideas Around Memanbetsu Airport
Ideas Around Kushiro Airport
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Culture & History, Food & Drink
Yoichi Hokkaido’s Sustainable Wine Paradise
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Wellness & Stay
Experience Tokachi’s Nature at these Unique Accommodations!
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Nature & Outdoor
Journey to Discover an Abundance of Beautiful, Wild Birds in the Varied Landscapes and Habitats of Eastern Hokkaido
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Wellness & Stay
Eight Onsen You Can’t Miss in Hokkaido
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Events
The Pride of Hokkaido: The Sapporo Snow Festival
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Wellness & Stay
Experience Tokachi’s Nature at these Unique Accommodations!
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Nature & Outdoor
Journey to Discover an Abundance of Beautiful, Wild Birds in the Varied Landscapes and Habitats of Eastern Hokkaido
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Wellness & Stay
Eight Onsen You Can’t Miss in Hokkaido
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Culture & History
Experience the Mystique of Traditional Ainu Dance: Lake Akan Ainu Theater Ikoro
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Culture & History, Family Fun, Sights & Landmarks
Exploring a Frozen Paradise: Okhotsk Ryu-hyo Museum and Tentozan Observatory