21) ふきだし公園【京極町】Fukidashi Koen [Kyogoku-cho].
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| Spring from Mount Yotei. |
Aside from snow and
onsens (hot springs), another one regular blessings that the Niseko zone has
been honored with, is the wealth of mineral drinking water springs.
The numerous meters of snow that cover the inclines of Mount Youtei each winter don't melt all away with the warm spring weather, a substantial part of it is drenched up by the mountain itself, percolating and filtering through the stone before blasting out of its base approximately 50 to 100 years in the wake of falling as precipitation.
The numerous meters of snow that cover the inclines of Mount Youtei each winter don't melt all away with the warm spring weather, a substantial part of it is drenched up by the mountain itself, percolating and filtering through the stone before blasting out of its base approximately 50 to 100 years in the wake of falling as precipitation.
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| You can take the free water from here. |
Fukidashi Park is
situated at the foot of the eastern side of Mt Yotei, which is otherwise called
'Ezo-Fuji' and is in Kyogoku Town. The spring gushes around 80,000 tons of water for each day.
This spring water ('Yotei no Fukidashi Yusui') is well known all through Japan.
The measure of spring water delivered in this location is the biggest sum of
this single area on Mt Yotei. This spring water has been on the 'Japan's 100
Best Spring Water' list since 1985, and from that point forward, numerous
individuals visit this park to get the crisp water for free.
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| You can take how much ever you want, the water is free. |
Kyogoku Onsen with its reviving citrus scented water is
an extraordinary spot to unwind arms and shoulders tired from lugging tanks of
water is one, and the other is the fabulous Zaru soba shop that
uses the crisp waters to make some extremely heavenly noodles. Toss in the
gigantic kids' play territory and you have an extraordinary place for families
to relax (and rehydrate).
If you have a chance to visit here, don't forget to try one of the Hokkaido soul food in this very region, the Yotei Croquette meal is a fantastic teishoku and it is only available in Mount Yotei.
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| Clear view from downstream. |
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Name:
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ふきだし公園【京極町】Fukidashi
Koen [Kyogoku-cho].
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Address:
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044-0131 45, Kawanishi, Kyogoku-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido
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Website:
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Access:
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From the JR Kucchian station in Hakodate main line, take Donan Bus
Edaeki Homen yuki (道南バス伊達駅方面行),
about 30 minutes to the Kyogoku bus terminal. Then walk about 15 minutes to
the park.
Check here for the bus schedule.
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Business hour:
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Fukidashi park 8:00～18:00
(April～Oct
), 8:00～17:00 (Nov～March).
Closed during 31st of Dec and New year.
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Fare:
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Free admission.
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Phone:
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(0136)42-2292 michi no eki / Meisui plaza.
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22) 地球岬【室蘭市】Chikyu Misaki [Muroran].
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| Local folks enjoy the sunset and sunrise at here. |
Chikyu Misaki,
interpreted as Earth Cape , is a mainstream spot for local people to
come and view the first dawn of each new year. The cape is rising more than 100 meters
over the Pacific Ocean, and this cliffside spot offers an unparalleled
magnificent view of the sea from dawn to dusk. "Chikyu" signifies
"earth" in Japanese.
When we take a glance at
the skyline there, it appears to curve, along these lines, we understand that
the earth is round. In any case, "Chikyu" is initially an expression
of Ainu dialect, and it signifies "cliffs".
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| The Chikyu happy bell. |
The scenic site holding
high rankings in "Hokkaido's Top 100 Nature Spots" and "New 100
Tourist Spots in Japan". From the observatory sitting above the Pacific Ocean from
120m over the steep cliffs, you can see the fantastic scene and feel the
roundness of the earth. On a sunny day, you can likewise observe Mt. Komagatake
and Shimokita Peninsula in Aomori out there. On the off chance that the
fortunes are on your side, you can even get the chance to see dolphins and
whales from spring to Autumn!
With such amazing scene,
you may ask why you never heard about Earth Cape all the more
often as a Hokkaido scenic spot. Situated in the Hokkaido city of Muroran,
which is better known to for its history as an industrial town, this region is
ignored by most visitors; which is a disgrace since this stunning picturesque
spot could easily be incorporated into a visit to the nearby famous attractions
as Lake Toya (洞爺湖) and Noboribetsu (登別).
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| Do you feel the round horizon? |
A walkway with 2.1 km in
total length is built close to the Chikyumisaki Observatory and we can watch various flowers and birds
such as Dianthus superbus and the woodpecker while going out for a stroll
through the forested areas. It is the place of entertainment and relaxing for
Muroran resident.
There are a restroom,
stores and a pay phone which has a comparable shape to globe in the site, as
well. Furthermore, the Chikyumisaki Observatory has "the bell of
happiness", and numerous couples ring a chime to wish their joy.
As you can see from this
photo, even a town not outstanding among sightseers to Hokkaido holds beautiful
scenic treasures that one would remember for a lifetime. At long last, remember
to attempt one of the Hokkaido extraordinary area sustenance in Muroran city,
the Muroran Yakitori.
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| View of Chikyu Cape from top. |
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Name:
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地球岬【室蘭市】Chikyu Misaki [Muroran].
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Address:
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Muroran, Hokkaido Bokoiminami-cho 4-chome
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Website:
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Access:
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1) Bokoi Eki is
the nearest station to the Chikyu Misaki, it takes 35 minutes walk to the cape.
2) Alternatively, From the Muroran station,
get on the Donan route bus for "Chikyu-misaki danchi". It
takes 15 minutes.
From the terminal, on foot about 20 minutes to the observatory.
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Business hour:
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Open all year round and 24 hours daily.
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Fare:
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Free admission.
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Phone:
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0143-22-1111 Muroran Shiyakusho.
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23) 二十間道路桜並木【新ひだか町】Nijukken Doro Sakura Namiki [Shinhidaka-cho].
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| Sakura. |
Nijukkendoro Sakura
Namiki is a picturesque place in Shizunai, Shinhidaka town situated in the
southeast of Tomakomai city. Nijukkendouro is old essential unit and 20 kens are the
street with roughly 36m in width to change over from kens to meters.
Along the straight line street with 7 km in total length, around 3,000 cherry trees including Sargent cherry and Korean hill cherry are in full magnificence. There is the street called the passage of the tunnel flowers in the sideway with 300 m long and is by all accounts loaded with cherry blooms. It is a stunning view.
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| Drive through the Nijukken Sakura tunnel. |
The view is absolutely
charming, since the area of
the cherry tree lined path trees are surrounded by fields and farms. Visitors
can see a Hokkaido's rich characteristic view. There is a royal building called
Ryuunkaku built in the Meiji period along the straight road and it just open
during the Shizunai Cherry Tree Festival.
Such an amazing view in
Japan is seen just in Shizunai. It will be the ten best place of the cherry-bloom seeing in
Japan. 200,000 sightseers originate from early May to mid-May. During one week,
Shizunai Cherry Tree Festival is held along a street called a tunnel of
flowers. Different special occasion are held and food vendors lined up, those
will enliven cherry-blossom viewing very much.
If you happen to be here
by any chance, don't forget to try the special region food in Shizunai, The
Sakura Locomoco.
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| It is bustling during Sakura season. |
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Name:
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二十間道路桜並木【新ひだか町】Nijukken Doro Sakura Namiki
[Shinhidaka-cho].
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Address:
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Uchitawara, Shizunai, Shinhidaka Town,
Hidaka District
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Website:
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Access:
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From the Shizunai Eki
Mae, Take Donan Bus Noya
Yuki and get off at the Sakura Oka Shogakkuko Mae,
walk 15 minutes to the Nijjukken road.
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Business hour:
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Open all year round best visit during Sakura season which is between
May and June.
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Fare:
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Free admission.
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Phone:
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0146-42-1000 Shin Hitaka Kanko Kyokai (Shin Hitaka Tourist Assocaition, Japanese).
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24) 函館山【函館市】Hakodate Yama [ Hakodate].
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| The view is good even on gay light. |
One of Japan’s 3 great
night views of light and shadow. Christian churches, Western-style architecture, red-brick
warehouses… Hakodate city streets preserve remnants of European influence. Yet
the city wears a different “face” at night. In fact, the Hakodate nightscape
viewed from Hakodate-yama (Mount Hakodate) is so stunningly beautiful that it
has been honored as one of Japan’s three great night view sites, receiving the
highest rating of three stars in the Michelin Green Guide Japan. Just as
Hakodate city lights illuminate life along the edge of the bay, the exquisite
contrast of light and dark defines the Hakodate nightscape.
Mt. Hakodate is located
within striking distance of the city center. The ropeway is the standard way to
visit the mountain and will land you at the summit station in just three
minutes. When taking the ropeway up the mountain, try facing the back of the
car and looking out the right-hand window: from this position, you’ll get the
biggest thrill at the instant when the night view suddenly reveals itself. The
observatory on the mountain also features a souvenir shop and restaurants.
Evening near sunset —
the “miracle” moment.
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| The sun is at the edge. |
If you want to fully
appreciate the spectacular Hakodate nightscape, start ascending the mountain
shortly before sunset. Darkness slowly spreads across the face of the city, and
you can witness the progressive illumination of city lights. The best seasons
for night viewing are fall and winter, when the illuminated glow of the city is
even more beautiful in the cold, clear air.
Other than the night
view, you can also Experience the Changing Appeal of the Different Seasons. Highlights of the night view from Mt.
Hakodate change with the seasons. In the autumn, the days are often fine and
the air clear, offering visitors a sweeping panoramic view. In the winter, the
glow of the city lights is reflected off the whiter-than-white snow that
envelops the city, enhancing the dazzling night view. On foggy summer nights,
the mountain looks down on a mysteriously veiled panorama.
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| Total night view. |
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Name:
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函館山【函館市】Hakodate Yama
[ Hakodate].
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Address:
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Hakodate-yama, Hakodate-shi,
Hokkaido (the Mount Hakodate).
19-7 Motomachi,
Hakodate （The Hakodate Ropeway station）.
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Website:
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The Hakodate ropeway.(The Hakodate Ropeway)
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Access:
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Access from Hakodate Sta.
1) 5 minutes by streetcar
to the “Jujigai” streetcar stop.
2) 10-minute walk to the
Ropeway station.
3) 3 minutes ride on the
Ropeway delivers you to the summit.
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Business hour:
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April 25 - October 15;
10:00 - 22:00 , October 16 - April 24; 10:00 - 21:00.
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Fare:
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Round trip 1,280
yen(adults)
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Phone:
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0138-23-3105 The Hakodate
Ropeway.
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25) 大沼国定公園【七飯町】Onuma Quasi-National Park [Nanae-cho].
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| Welcome to Onuma Quasi park. |
Nanae-cho is a town,
around 16km north and around a 25-minute drive from Hakodate city. For quite a while, it was known as a grand
beautiful spot. The town has much grand delightful nature not to mention Onuma
Quasi-National Park, one of the three new acclaimed excellent areas of Japan.
The adjustment in the color of nature in the 4 seasons in Onuma Lake and Mt.
Kokagatake recovers the hearts of vacationers. The town is additionally rich in
extraordinary sustenance furthermore known as the origin of western farming.
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| The park change its appearance when season changed. |
The Onuma Quasi-National
Park is a nature darling's heaven is 20 minutes away from Hakodate by train. Mt. Komagatake, a
dynamic spring of gushing lava, reflects radiantly in the island-studded three
primary lakes.
The recreation center
offers an assortment of exercises, for example, comfortable walks around the
lakes, cycling, outdoors and delight watercraft rides out to the islands,
promising guests a satisfying experience in Hokkaido's awesome outdoors. The
Onuma International Exchange Plaza (Tourist Information Center), situated
before Onuma Koen Station, is an extraordinary source of suggestion in regards
to the various type of outside outdoor sport accessible at Onuma.
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| Lake cruising. |
Onuma transforms into a
snow-white wonderland in winter. The lakes build up a thick layer of ice, offering guests a
variety of winter just exercises. "Ice Fishing for Wakasagi (Smelt)"
is a prevalent winter act in which angling fans make a hole in the ice through
which little fish can be reeled in.
There is nothing
entirely like the essence of these little fish when they're pan fried fresh out
of the water. Snowmobiles, carriages, and sleds can likewise be driven on top
of the ice, making for thrilling memories. With skiing and cross-country skiing
alternatives likewise available, Onuma has got it all with regards to winter
fun.
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| You can rent a bike here, or have some soft serve ice cream. |
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Name:
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大沼国定公園【七飯町】Onuma
Quasi-National Park [Nanae-cho].
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Address:
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85-15 Onuma-cho, Nanae-cho, Kameda-gun, Hokkaido
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Website:
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Access:
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1 minute on foot from JR Onuma Koen Station.
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Business hour:
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8:30 am - 5:30 pm(Closed December 31 - January 1).
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Fare:
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Free admission to the park.
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Phone:
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0138-67-2170 Onuma International Exchange Plaza.
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Drop me some Winter link
in the comment box if you have any thanks.
Alright this is the last part of my wonderful trip in Japan Hokkaido, do you find something you want around here? I am a solo traveler, my eyes aren't good, especially at night, and I don't drive, that is why I put all the access by public transport or tour guide.
Finally, I hope my post help you discover the Hokkaido in Japan. Going next will be the Geo park in Hokkaido, hope to bring more wonder to you.
By the way, you may want to see the part one, part two, part three, and part four.
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