Things to do in Eastern Hokkaido Page 5

• Age 11～Age 70
• 5～6 hours

A snowshoe trek to Lake Mashu during the mid-winter season starting in the afternoon. A nature guide will take you to the Uramashu Observation Deck, which is closed during the winter. Would you like to go see the snow-covered Lake Mashu on snowshoes? Please meet at Kiyosato Ihatov Youth Hostel by 11:30 on the day of your participation. If you are coming by JR, please contact us. This is a half-day course with a gentle uphill slope. The course is reasonably priced, so even women can participate. Along the way, you can enjoy encounters with wild animals such as red foxes, red squirrels, and woodpeckers. *Please note that the number of participants is limited, so depending on the timing of your application, we may not be able to accept your application because it is full. [Note] *Children under 10 years old cannot apply. *Please note that snowshoe trekking may not be possible depending on snow conditions. [Ura-Mashu Snowshoe Tour Procedure] 11:30 Please gather at Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel. *For those using JR, we will pick you up at JR Kiyosatocho Station. Please come by train arriving at JR Kiyosatocho Station at 11:24 or 10:58. ■Depart for the Uramashu snowshoe tour *On the way, we will stop at a convenience store and purchase lunch etc. ↓Arrive at the Uramashu Snowshoe Tour starting point around 12:00. Start your snowshoe walk towards the Uramashu Observation Deck. ↓ Around 15:30 Uramashu Snowshoe Tour ends and returns to Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel. ↓Arrival at Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel around 16:30

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours

■Winter-only hot air balloon free flightUnlike "tethering" where you are fixed with a rope, you can experience "hot air balloon free flight" where you fly in the northern sky at the mercy of the wind. Hot air balloons do not have any engines or other power sources, and take off only with the buoyancy of the air heated by the burner. When the burner is not in use, you can experience a silent world, a mysterious walk in the sky without sound. Why not experience a special time in winter in Okhotsk that you cannot experience in your daily life?Hot air balloon free flights are available for one person or more. The fee is 30,500 yen per person. *However, if you are a single person, the fee will be 8,800 yen extra. There is a free shuttle from the nearest station to the meeting place (Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel), JR Senmo Line, and Kiyosato-cho Station. *Please note that there is a limit to the number of participants, so depending on the timing of your application, we may not be able to accept your application due to full capacity.

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• Age 0～Age 80
• 3～4 hours

A nature guide will take you deep into the primeval nature of Shiretoko. By taking a walk with a nature guide, you will be able to get to the heart of Shiretoko, a world heritage site, and discover the mechanisms of nature that you have never noticed before. Would you like to spend some luxurious time in the midst of nature on a Shiretoko guided tour? We rent binoculars free of charge for our guided tours. This is a nature experience guided tour where you can use binoculars to carefully observe the wild animals, wild birds, plants, and flowers that live in Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site. Would you like to take a peek into the lives of Ezo deer, red foxes, Ezo squirrels, wild birds, and other wild animals that you can't usually get a peek at? Enjoy Shiretoko on a guided tour that can be enjoyed by families, couples, and any group. [Guide time] Guided tour start time is around 9:00. The tour ends around 12:00. (Tour time will be 3 hours.) *Due to the limited time slots and number of guides for the Shiretoko Goko Lakes walking lecture, if we cannot accommodate your request, we will inform you of a time closer to your request. For more information, please be sure to check the email details as we will notify you by reply. *Please note that the number of participants is limited, so depending on the timing of your application, we may not be able to accept your application because it is full. [Walk flow starts at 9:00] Please gather at Shiretoko Goko Field House at 8:45. ↓9:00 Attend a lecture at Shiretoko Goko Field House and start the guided tour. ↓ Stroll around Shiretoko Goko Lakes (approximately 3 km) ↓12:00 Return to Shiretoko Goko parking lot The guided tour will end and be dismissed. -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- *Brown bear activity period (May 10th) - July 31st), the guided tour fee is 5,300 yen for adults, 3,200 yen for children, and 1,750 yen for infants. The above amount will apply even if only one person participates. -------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- *Brown bear activity period (May 10th) - July 31st) If the total number of participants in the activity experience is 1 person when applying for a tour other than July 31st, the fee will be increased by ¥2,300. In that case, if the total number of participants on the day of the activity experience reaches 2 or more, we will refund ¥2,300.

• World Heritage
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A popular course that departs from Toromoto Campground and allows you to experience the vast Kushiro Marsh. You may be able to meet animals that symbolize Hokkaido, such as flying cranes and northern foxes. (■ Plan for pet dog participation ♪)

• With Pets
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Easy course which reciprocates the Kushiro River from the campsite. Recommended and beginners to where I am know the joy of the canoe, for those who want to easily experience the canoe. About 60 minutes, why not touch the pleasure of the canoe. After the tour, you can enjoy BBQ in option! ! (■ dog can participate plan ♪)

• With Pets
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 13～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

To those who want to try fly fishing. Why do not you a little experience? Since you guidance carefully also the first one, you can enjoy fishing in peace. Trout and might meet again in endangered species of Dolly Varden! Is a plan that is intended for beginners.

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Among the Shiretoko natural sightseeing tours, conspicuous? Plan, is a night of trekking course. Is a great chance to nocturnal is meet to many Hokkaido of wildlife. Observation will be from the car so please do not worry. Night of the tour unique, is also attractive where the Milky Way, such as astronomical observation can be.

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

Trekking tour that aims to waterfall of mysterious Furepe pouring into the sea. Waterfall flowing down from the cliff is also a superb view, but there is also a mysterious charm. Along the way you can be free to enjoy the scenery of forests and grassland. This course Again, attention to bear.

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Trekking of Ponhoro swamp that appear only one time in the spring. Shiretoko promenade, located in the place where there are still virgin forest, such as Japanese oak and birch. Mysterious gaping and the space has spread When you exit here Fog of the day is very fantastic. It is hard to understand the way, please be assured that you have a guide. This tour is going over the full year.

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

The scenery of Shiretoko Goko, which is the core of the World Natural Heritage Area, changes depending on the season. The guide will introduce you to the highlights of each season. Feel the nature of Shiretoko with your whole body while listening to the scent of the forest and the chirping of birds. We will also introduce bear claw marks that are difficult to find without a guide. Sometimes encounters with wild animals. A veteran guide with more than 10 years of experience guides customers. I have knowledge of nature, but I don't dare to talk about difficult things. Our top priority is safety and enjoyment for our customers. I will explain with a joke. Have a good time. We are waiting for your participation. Guided Tour Start Time 8: 10-15: 30 Every 10-20 minutes Please let us know your preferred start time. It takes about 3 hours. * Since the reservation frame is limited, it may not be possible to enter at the desired time.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00

If it's clear, we'll head to a scenic spot where you can see all the way to Cape Shiretoko, the tip of the Shiretoko Peninsula. The walk is not a promenade, but an exciting course that follows an animal trail. Along the way, there is a place where you can see a waterfall cascading from a cliff over 100m high, allowing you to enjoy the dynamic scenery of Shiretoko. The forest, home to wild animals such as brown bears, Ezo deer, and black woodpeckers, and the spectacular view overlooking the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, where drift ice comes in winter, are recommended for those who want to experience the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko. It's a forest walk that will make you feel the great nature of Shiretoko and make you want to take a deep breath.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 4～5 hours
• 08:00

Why do not you go out to Lake Rausu, the largest lake in the Shiretoko Peninsula? The area around Lake Rausu with an altitude of 600 to 700 m is an environment equivalent to 2000 to 2500 m in central Honshu. Stop by the large and small four swamps of different facial expressions, and aim for Lake Rausu while enjoying encounters with alpine plants and wetland plants. You can feel the richness of Shiretoko where diverse environments exist.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

Explore the Wakoto Peninsula of Lake Kussharo by canoe! Rocking along on the clear emerald green water, you will feel an indescribable sense of oneness with nature! On a calm day, you can explore the tip of the peninsula and head for Oyakotsu Jigoku, a hidden hot spring that can only be reached by water!

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

Lake Kussharo, the world's largest caldera lake, is a huge depression created by volcanic eruptions that has become a beautiful lake and is a rich field where many wild animals live. Even now, the hot springs bubbling along the lake make you feel the power of the earth. On a day with stable winds, we head to Oyakotsu Jigoku, the tip of the Wakoto Peninsula, to make hot spring eggs! Experience the feeling of being one with nature, rocked by the water, blown by the wind, and warmed by the hot springs. Why not explore the watery world of Lake Kussharo, a caldera lake created by volcanic eruption, on a SUP? The appeal of SUP is that you are close to the water and it is easy to feel one with nature. We hope you will feel the transparency of the water of Lake Kussharo, the strength of the volcano, and the comfort of the breeze! ~Schedule for the day~ 9:00 Meet at Lake Kussharo Wakoto Peninsula After filling out the participation consent form, we will introduce the field. We will give a lecture on how to operate the SUP and how to use the equipment safely. 9:20 Let's go! First, you will experience a menu to get used to SUP near the shore. Once you get used to it, you will explore around Wakoto Peninsula with a guide! 11:30 We will disband at the Wakoto Peninsula parking lot. Thank you for your hard work! I recommend the soft ice cream and potato mochi from the shop "Miyazaki" on Wakoto Peninsula! I can't get enough of something sweet after exercising!

• For Groups

• Age 14～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30

From the summit of the highest peak in the Kussharo Caldera, at an elevation of 999.99m, you can look down on four national parks: Akan Mashu, Shiretoko, Kushiro Marshland, and Daisetsuzan. If you put in a little effort and get up early, you may be able to see the miraculous view of the sunrise rising from the sea of ​​clouds. Why not go and see a spectacular view that will change your life? ~Schedule for the day~8:30 Meet at Highland Koshimizu The first 30 minutes are a continuous climb, but after that you can enjoy a pleasant ridge walk♪10:30 Arrive at the peak Have a relaxing coffee break at the viewpoint10:45 Start descending11:30 Finish descending Thank you for your hard work! We will provide you with local information such as recommended restaurants and hot springs nearby!

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• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

After completing their migration in the North Ocean, salmon and trout return to their birthplace, the rivers of Shiretoko, in the autumn. We will introduce the role they play in the Shiretoko nature while following their life-risking swim up the rivers to spawn, along with a walk along the way.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 11:00 / 14:00

Kushiro River is one of Hokkaido's most representative rivers, and is known for its rich nature and beautiful scenery. On this tour, we will take a rafting boat down the Kushiro River. We are fully equipped with safety equipment such as life jackets, and we provide thorough safety training, so even first-timers can participate with confidence. You can leave the boat operation to your guide and enjoy the rich nature of the Kushiro River at your own pace, or you can work together to enjoy rowing down the river.You can have as much fun as you like.

• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 13:00

This tour will take you to the beautiful mountain streams of Hokkaido and provide you with a mountain stream fishing experience that will make you one with nature. The guide will provide you with careful instruction so that even beginners can participate with confidence. You can also rent fishing rods, tackles, and other equipment, so you can participate empty-handed. Hokkaido's mountain streams are home to a variety of mountain stream fish, including rainbow trout, char (Doll Varden char), and yamame salmon. If you're lucky, you might even be able to catch a big one. This tour is also fun for children. It's a great way for families to interact with nature and make memories together.

• Age 12～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 18:00

Eastern Hokkaido is a national park that straddles the Kushiro District, and is home to the Kushiro Wetlands, the largest wetland in Japan and a Ramsar Convention site. Experience premium glamping on the ice at Lake Toro, the largest lake in the wetlands. After dusk at Lake Toro, which was completely frozen in the dead of winter, we sat around a minimalist bonfire to stay warm while enjoying a premium cheese fondue made with all the ingredients unique to eastern Hokkaido and Shibecha Town. In this town where Ainu history remains, this dish is a perfect match between Ainu cooking methods and modern ingredients. ＊＊＊ Time schedule ＊＊＊Meet at 17:00 - Meet at Toro Station (If you are taking the train, please arrive at Toro Station at 17:02) 17:30 Check-in - Use the restroom before the event and sign the consent form. Explanation of precautions, leaflet distribution, etc. 17:45 On-site movement/pre-start explanation - Arrival at glamping site, various explanations (meals/equipment/staff station etc.) 18:00 Premium glamping start - On the completely frozen ice, local Enjoy gastronomy that uses plenty of ingredients. Enjoy the starry sky, snowy scenery, and bonfire. 21:15 Check out - Check out at GEEK (questionnaire required)

• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

This tour takes you through Lake Tofutsu from the water in a kayak with a registered guide knowledgeable about the conservation of the lake. (*In Lake Tofutsu, the general public cannot use water such as kayaking.) The tour period is three months from June to August, when it is assumed that kayaking and other activities will have the least impact on wild birds. . Before boarding a kayak, participants will learn simple preliminary knowledge through videos and lectures at the Lake Tofutsu Waterfowl and Wetland Center (Ministry of the Environment) before heading out on the water. In order to monitor the ecosystem from the water, the guide will keep records of the appearance of wild birds and aquatic plants during the tour, so participants will also be asked to cooperate. Let's enjoy exploring Lake Tofutsu from the water with a guide! <Schedule> 10:00 Aggregate / Move to Lake Tofutsu Waterfowl and Wetland Center 10:15 Lecture at Lake Tofutsu Waterfowl and Wetland Center 11:00 Arrive at kayak platform 11:15 Exploring water by kayak 12:30 Dissolution * Afternoon section It will be the same flow from 13:00.

• Age 15～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 14:00

In two-seater rubber boat go down the normal rafting course. For maneuvering on their own, the sense of accomplishment, taken rowing exceptional! ! Eyes is low, is also attractive feel up close the force of the river! !

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 14:00

This tour takes you on a leisurely stroll around Lake Kuttari in a sit-on-top kayak, a type of canoe that is easier to operate than a canoe. The price is also great! This tour is recommended for those who want to relax! You can experience playing the Ainu Jew's Harp "Mukkuri" in front of the power spot on the lake, and if you wish, you can purchase one after the tour!

• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 12:30

Canoeing and ice play in the pure white Kushiro Marsh under the 946 blue sky. This is your chance to encounter the fantastic Kushiro Marsh!!! The field is the "Alekinei River", a tributary of the Kushiro River that flows through Kushiro Marsh National Park, and "Lake Toroko", the largest lake in the Kushiro Marsh. The canoeing starts from Lake Toroko and takes about 60 minutes of river watching, going back and forth on the Alekinei River. The narrow and shallow Alekinei River is the perfect spot to find wild animals and winter wonders. Enjoy the delicate winter objects that can only be seen by canoeing and the silence that can only be experienced by canoeing. After canoeing, you can experience drilling holes in the ice on the lake?!?! A guide will guide you through an experience that can only be done in winter. * Round-trip transportation is available from near Kushiro Station. You can participate without worrying about snowy roads. * A guide will accompany you, so even first-timers can experience it with peace of mind. *The canoe will go back and forth between Lake Toro and the Arekinai River (it will not enter the main stream of the Kushiro River). *As this will be an experience in a shallow river, dry suits will not be required. Please dress warmly.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

Take a refreshing breeze in the early morning and take a walk through the Tokachi plains in the air! Hot Air offers a free flight Hot air balloon experience. "I want to ride once!" We will help everyone realize such a dream. * Regarding measures against coronavirus infection (2020.5.31) The infection in Hokkaido was seen to have spread from an early stage, and we cannot foresee a complete end of the disease. We now have. However, as concerns about the spread of secondary and tertiary infections, we decided to take the measures of less as an effort to secure the safety and security of our customers and our customers. Thank you for your cooperation. 1: Reservation for the experience menu "Join flight" will be postponed for the time being. We are considering holding the event depending on the future situation, so if you would like it, please contact Contact us. We will accept reservations for charter flights in a timely manner. 2: Please be careful when participating. If you have a cough or fever, please refrain from participating. Also, if you are uneasy and have symptoms immediately before, please contact us. No cancellation fee will be charged for this reason. We don't ask for masks, but please pay particular attention to conversations in the car while you are on the move. 3: Trial and error toward with COVID-19 (Corona coexistence society). We also take this opportunity as a turning point and are looking for various methods. Looking at social trends and listening to customer requests, we would like to determine the future direction. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us in advance Contact us. Representative of Hot air

• For Groups

• Age 0～
• 2～3 hours

The only Kushiro River in Japan that has a primitive atmosphere. An experienced guide will guide you through the most beautiful source areas. Narrow places and fast-flowing places are safe. Tea time on the riverside is an unforgettable memory. ★ About canoe ★ ・ Single canoe for up to 2 people ·3 persons more Is a twin canoe ・ Up to 5 passengers can be boarded. (Recommended for families. Together with your dog) ・ Up to 7 people can ride together if there are small people or children. ・ From a small child Year Those who call and those who use wheelchairs can also board.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～
• 2～3 hours

The only Kushiro River in Japan that has a primitive atmosphere. An experienced guide will guide you through the most beautiful source areas. Narrow places and fast-flowing places are safe. Tea time on the riverside is an unforgettable memory. ★ About canoe ★ ・ Single canoe for up to 2 people ·3 persons more Is a twin canoe ・ Up to 5 passengers can be boarded. (Recommended for families. Together with your dog) ・ Up to 7 people can ride together if there are small people or children. ・ From a small child Year Those who call and those who use wheelchairs can also board.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 2～Age 80
• Within 1 hour

It's a moored flight that rises to about 30m, so anyone can easily experience it! On a clear day, you can see a panoramic view of the Tokachi Plain, the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range, and the Hidaka Mountain Range. During the season of fresh greenery, there is also a patchwork pattern on the fields! This is a special experience that can only be experienced early in the morning when the wind is relatively stable. Held every morning from April to September!

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

It's a gentle flow, so it's suitable for ages 3 and up! ! Let's leisurely float down the Tokachi River and enjoy nature. If you're lucky, you might even spot the natural monuments such as red-crowned cranes and white-tailed eagles. *Since this is an experience in nature, we cannot guarantee 100%. There are also plenty of other attractions to see, such as the fossil layers that spread through the geological formations, a colony of shore swallows, and the lignite layer that is the source of the Moor hot springs! ! Let's look for obsidian called Tokachi stone on the riverbank along the way! Can you find it while walking along the riverbank using the guide's hints? ? Enjoy it as if you were on a treasure hunt. Please join us with your family, friends, company trip, etc. to create memories of Tokachi, Hokkaido! ! It's on until October! *During busy periods such as July and August, the tour may start at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. In that case, we will contact you by email or phone the day before. Our guides hold various qualifications.・Hokkaido Outdoor Guide (Rafting Master Guide) ・Japan Rafting Association Senior Guide ・WAFA

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 15～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

Let's go down the Tokachi River with a trendy stand-up paddle! !! The river activity, commonly known as SUP, is currently gaining popularity. Applications are increasing year by year at the Tokachi Nature Center. With such a sap, go down the Tokachi River, a major river that represents Hokkaido! It is an activity where you can enjoy plenty of river play by rowing yourself, crossing the waves, making a big curve, and sometimes entering the water. Of course, it's not always the purpose to ride the stream (advanced riders can also ride the fast waves), and just paddling leisurely on a streamless river is enough to enjoy. Even those who are not confident in exercising can "walk on the water" immediately from the first day. Dry suits in spring and autumn Wet suits are rented in summer.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 08:00 / 12:30

A scenic spot representing the Shiretoko of the World Natural Heritage Site, Shiretoko-gori. Shiretoko's best sightseeing spot, on this course, while enjoying the beautiful landscape woven by five small lakes and Shiretoko mountains, Nature Guide will introduce Shiren's nature's charm fun fun and safely. Unlike the summer course, it will be a course to walk on a frozen lake. * Because it becomes a private tour, recommend it to those who are new to snowshoes, those who are not confident in physical strength, those who want to take a lot of photos!