Why is Kaminoko Pond blue? Where is it? Introducing recommended tours and experiences!
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Eastern Hokkaido area
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God's Child Pond
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This is a characteristic of Kaminoko Pond.
The secret of the blue glow
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How to get there
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The legend behind the name
Introducing
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I want to participate with my child, Recommended tours to visit Kaminoko Pond Also picked up Yes, we are.
On your next trip to Hokkaido, why not enjoy a nature experience in the eastern Hokkaido area with your family?
What is Kaminoko Pond?
In the following Introducing basic information and precautions about Kaminoko Pond I will!
Where is Kaminoko Pond? How do I get there?
The reason for the existence of the God's Child Pond
Hokkaido
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Eastern
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Southeast of Abashiri,
Lake Mashu
North of
Kiyosato Town
Located in
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How to access the site:
Basically only cars
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The journey takes about an hour and a half.
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Abashiri/Kiyosato area
If you are coming from
Heading to Lake Mashu
Prefectural Route 115 Lake Mashu Shari Line
Use
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Turn right along the way and follow the blue signs along the forest road to the nearest parking lot.
How to get from the parking lot to the pond Walking only is.
Characteristics and attractions of Kaminoko Pond
Kaminoko Pond is nestled in a forest filled with lush, green trees.
The source of the pond is
Underground water from the outer rim of Lake Mashu
It is said that...
Size
Depth: approx. 5m, circumference: 220m
Moderately small.
The water temperature of the pond is
Around 8℃ throughout the year
It's always cool and refreshing.
Therefore
A fallen tree submerged in a pond will not decay.
Its shape has been well preserved and it contributes to the scenery of the pond.
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The name of the pond comes from
In Ainu language,
Lake of the Gods (Kamuito)
It is called
Lake Mashu
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A pond where underground water from Lake Mashu springs out
That is why it was given the name "God's Child Pond."
On the periphery of the pond A boardwalk has been constructed It has been The entire pond can be observed from various angles is.
Why is Kaminoko Pond blue?
The God's Child Pond is Cobalt blue in summer , Deep indigo in winter Change to And it is a delight to the eyes of all who visit.
One of the reasons why the pond looks blue is
The components in the pond water move violently due to the spring water, scattering light.
Apparently so.
In addition, sediments
The bottom of the pond is white
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High transparency of spring water
This is also one of the reasons why the pond appears blue.
If you actually visit the area, take your time to check out the color of the pond and enjoy the unique colors of each season!
What kind of creatures live in Kaminoko Pond?
In the pond of God, Dolly Varden There is a fish called .
Inhabits freshwater in cold regions
The Dolly Varden trout that
A member of the salmon family and a relative of the char
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The body is not very large,
Easy to spot in the blue pond
Characterized by red spots
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There is something mystical about the way they swim leisurely among the fallen trees in the pond.
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Why not peer closely from the boardwalk and try to spot the colorful creatures that adorn Kaminoko Pond?
Things to note when visiting Kaminoko Pond
The reason why Kami no Ko Pond is located is because
In a secluded forest
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Around the pond
Bears in the area
Please be careful when visiting the area.
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Check bear sightings in advance
In addition to keeping
Keep food and food waste in your car
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Just in case,
Attach bells to your bag or pouch to make them ring.
It is also effective to always show the presence of humans to those around you.
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Also, in the waterside of the forest area,
Many blood-sucking insects such as blackflies and mosquitoes live here.
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Beware of aggressive insects such as bees and horseflies
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On that day, people are considered more likely to be targeted. Avoid black clothing , covering the skin both above and below Long sleeve and long pants style It is recommended to go That's right.
Map of Kaminoko Pond
Kaminoko Pond Recommended Play & Activity 1: Snowshoeing
In winter,
The roads around Kaminoko Pond are closed due to snow.
Therefore,
It is not possible for individuals to access the site by car.
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If you would like to visit Kaminoko Pond during your winter trip to Hokkaido,
Also includes activities.
Snowshoe Tour
It is recommended to participate in
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A snowshoeing experience through beautiful silver-white snow fields and forests.
Normal
Hiking and trekking
Unlike,
You can enjoy the unique winter scenery of Hokkaido while having a sporty experience.
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It's also fun to return to your childhood and have a little fun playing in the snow in a secluded nature spot.
In the following,
Snowshoe experience plan to visit Kaminoko Pond
Currently posted
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Participants from age 6
So you can bring your elementary school aged children.
Depending on the plan, Free shuttle service and hot drinks using underground water from Lake Mashu. Great deals also available is!
In addition to snowshoeing, You can participate in other activities Set plan too there is.
The most popular ones are: Hot Air Balloon One-day experience tour including a flight experience .
Hot air balloon flight experience and Snowshoe hiking A tour where you can enjoy both in one day is quite rare!
Snowshoe experience
Winter colors of Kaminoko Pond
In a hot air balloon
Observe the snowy northern lands and drift ice
Yes you can.
While enjoying Hokkaido's great outdoors, try to capture photos that are uniquely Hokkaido from both the sky and the ground!
This plan does not support English.
Departing from Shiretoko Shari Station!! Choose between Kaminokoike snowshoeing or forest walk with spectacular views. Experience drift ice, a path that leads to the winter sky *Only during drift ice season. Also see Oshinkoshin, a representative waterfall of the Shiretoko Peninsula!! We also have time for lunch, so you can enjoy winter Shiretoko without any stress. Very popular! For customers using public transportation with Kaminokoike snowshoeing tour included
This plan does not support English.
The mysterious Kaminoko Pond, which never freezes over even in the middle of winter! This tour takes you on snowshoes to the mysterious Kaminoko Pond, which cannot be reached by car in winter. Kaminoko Pond, which has been in the limelight since it was used as a location for a TV commercial in 2012, is a small pond fed by underground water from the outer rim of Lake Mashu (Kamuito). In recent years, it has become known for being overflowing with the energy of nature.
Unlike in summer, in winter you can only get to Kaminoko Pond on foot using snowshoes. A blue pond in a world of silver and white. It's a truly mysterious sight. The water is so clear that you can see the bottom of the pond, which is about 5 meters deep, very close by. On the way back, you'll walk through a pine forest while your nature guide gives you an easy-to-understand explanation of the nature of Hokkaido.
[Hokkaido, Shiretoko] Hot air balloon flight / Snowshoe hiking at Kaminoko Pond 1-day tour
In the morning, you will take a hot air balloon free flight, strolling in the air over the silvery white world, viewing the drift ice from the sky, and in the afternoon, you will go to Kaminoko Pond on snowshoes. The hot air balloon free flight is an aerial stroll of about 30 minutes. You can enjoy the great outdoors from the same perspective as the birds. You will be able to touch the hot air balloon and experience various things while the mechanism and principles of the hot air balloon are explained.
Kaminoko Pond Recommended Play & Activity 2: Sightseeing Taxi Tour
The perfect place for first-time visitors to Hokkaido is
Even if you are not familiar with the area, you can easily get around Kaminoko Pond and the surrounding spots.
Sightseeing Taxi
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On the tour,
Akan-Mashu National Park, including Lake Mashu and Kaminokoike Pond
We will visit several tourist spots.
The spots included in the tour are located on the sloping land with the horizon stretching into the distance.
Tawadaira
Smoke rises dynamically from the mountainside.
Mount Iwo
And so on.
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These are all popular places for tourism in Eastern Hokkaido.
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The starting point of the tour is Kushiro city Therefore, The meeting point can be reached by public transport The points are also attractive.
Tour duration is 6+ hours There's plenty to do, so why not spend a whole day enjoying the unique charms of Hokkaido, including Kaminoko Pond!
In addition, if you use the option,
Jumbo taxi that can accommodate up to 9 people
Also available
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Including parents and children
A trip to Hokkaido for three generations of parents and children
We also recommend using it for the following purposes!
Mysterious Lake MashuThis is a course where you can see Lake Mashu, Mt. Iou, and Lake Kussharo. Mysterious Lake Mashu is definitely worth a visit. The foggy Lake Mashu is also famous (as the song goes), but on a clear day the blue of the sky is reflected on the lake's surface, creating a spectacular view. During the winter, only the Mashu First Observatory is open to the public. On the way to Lake Mashu, you can get a great panorama of the horizon from Tawadaira, and get a feel for the vastness of Hokkaido.
Let's go to Kaminoko Pond!
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Kaminoko Pond is located in a forest far from human settlement. A popular spot to experience Hokkaido's nature and take photogenic photos is.
Using this special feature as a reference, be sure to take one of the recommended tours on your next trip to Hokkaido and visit Kaminoko Pond!
*The content of this article is current as of January 2025.
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