Introducing the Hands-Free Rental Bicycle Service🚲🚲

Leave your large luggage at the airport shuttle bus and set off light on your bicycle🎵

With a bicycle, you can enjoy beautiful scenery that is too far to walk or easily missed by car😊

As you casually stop by enticing places, you can fully experience the local atmosphere through the scents of the wind and air😍

While pedaling freely, you may discover special sights that you wouldn't encounter on a car or walking trip🎶🎶

Make sure to enjoy the overwhelming vastness and stunning landscapes unique to Tokachi🤗

We offer a range of options including "electric bicycles" for beginners and those lacking confidence, as well as "cross bikes" for smooth rides, and professional "road bikes" or "mountain bikes"🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️
Choose according to your riding experience and preferred style❗️

🔶Usage Period: June 1, 2026 (Monday) to November 1, 2026 (Sunday)
🔶Service Route: Tokachi Obihiro Airport ⇔ Obihiro Station Bus Terminal
🔶Operating Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🔷Important Notes
The hands-free rental bicycle service is available only to customers using the rental bicycles and is completely reservation-based.
*The service will be suspended during the Obon period and Silver Week due to airport congestion.

🔷Reservations and Inquiries
📍Departing from Tokachi Obihiro Airport
ANDOOR TEL: 0155-66-5894 (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

📍Departing from Obihiro Station
ECO Bus Center Rikuru TEL: 0155-23-5920 (9:30 AM to 5:30 PM)

https://andoor.jp/%e6%89%8b%e3%81%b6%e3%82%89%e3%83%ac%e3%83%b3%e3%82%bf%e3%82%b5%e3%82%a4%e3%82%af%e3%83%ab-2/

【Announcement】 Event Information♪
🦁Lions Charity Festival 2026✨

On June 20th (Saturday) and 21st (Sunday),
it will be held at Iwanai Michi-no-Eki Front Event Square😊

📅June 20th (Saturday) and 21st (Sunday)
⏰11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
📍Iwanai Michi-no-Eki Front Event Square

Iwanai Lions Club Beer Garden🍻 and
Iwanai Station Cheerleading Team will liven up the venue!

And every day at 6:00 PM…
🎁We will hold a bingo and lottery with fabulous prizes!

Join with your family and friends,
enjoy delicious food and drinks,
and have a wonderful time together✨

We look forward to your visit♪

*For more details, please refer to the flyer.

The Isotsutsuji Now
The Isotsutsuji at the foot of Mt. Io is blooming abundantly✨. Its white, round flowers are incredibly delicate. Be sure to enjoy the Isotsutsuji that can only be seen during this time of year.

At the Kawayu Visitor Center, we observe and publish the blooming status of the Isotsutsuji clusters daily (excluding closed days) from three fixed points.

We also recommend planning your visit to the Isotsutsuji clusters at your preferred timing while checking the blooming status✨.

Feel free to use this information for your stroll plans or trail information.

⚠️ Restored
Kotan-no-Yu has been restored and is now available for use. Thank you for your cooperation.

【Notice of Unavailability for Kotan-no-Yu♨️】
Kotan-no-Yu (open-air bath) is currently unavailable due to a pump malfunction.

■ Affected Facility
Kotan-no-Yu (open-air bath)
■ Suspension Period
From Thursday, June 4, 2026, to be determined

We will provide further information about the restoration timing as soon as it is known. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

For more details, please check Teshikaga Navi.

Nestled along the rugged coastline of Otaru, Hokkaido, stands the remarkable Sea Lion Rock, a lesser-known gem that remains largely undiscovered by international visitors. In winter, the surrounding waters become a gathering place for hundreds of Steller sea lions, creating a spectacular wildlife scene against the dramatic backdrop of the Sea of Japan. As the seasons change, summer brings flocks of black-tailed gulls that fill the skies and cliffs with life.
Rising behind this iconic rock formation is the striking red-and-white Shukutsu Observatory, visible prominently above the coastline and extending toward the vast Sea of Japan. Together, the observatory, the wildlife, and the rugged seascape create a breathtaking panorama that captures the essence of northern Japan's natural beauty.
While Otaru is often celebrated for its canals and historic streets, this hidden coastal viewpoint offers a different perspective—one where nature, history, and scenery converge.

Introducing Rental Bicycles 🚲🚲

At the Roadside Station Nakazatsunai, we offer rental bicycles called "Peachari" for convenient travel and sightseeing within the village 😊
Choose between two types of bicycles: "regular bicycles" and "electric bicycles," based on your physical strength‼️
The popular tourist spot "Rokka no Mori" is about 1 km from the Roadside Station Nakazatsunai, which takes approximately 5 minutes by bicycle 🎵
Why not use the Roadside Station Nakazatsunai as your base and explore the village by bicycle for unforgettable memories?

To apply, please visit the general information desk located in the "Country Plaza" at the Roadside Station Nakazatsunai 🤗

🔶Rental Period: From Friday, April 24 to Sunday, October 25

🔶Rental Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

🔶Rates
●Regular Bicycle: 200 yen for 4 hours
●Electric Bicycle: 200 yen for 2 hours

🔶Access
🚗About 40 minutes by car from Obihiro Station, and about 20 minutes by car from Obihiro Airport 🚗
🚌About 1 hour by bus from Obihiro Station (nearest stop: get off at Roadside Station Nakazatsunai)

*Important Notes
📍Rental bicycles are not available for advance reservations. Thank you for your understanding.
📍The use of Peachari is restricted to within the village.
📍Please return by 5:00 PM.

🔶Contact Information
Nakazatsunai Village Tourism Association TEL 0155-68-3390 (8:30 AM to 5:15 PM)

https://kankou-nakasatsunai.com/

【A Summer Retreat Behind the Hotel】
You can feel the temperature rising significantly,
and the hot summer is approaching.

It's a relief that the morning and evening breezes are still cool.🎐🍃

For those who want to enjoy a refreshing atmosphere,
Kourakuen, a pure Japanese garden behind Hotel Morimu, is highly recommended.

The spring foliage and azaleas stand out beautifully against the greenery.

The white flowers are called Asebi.
Written in kanji, it is 「馬酔木」.

The leaves are toxic, and horses that eat them can become numb in their legs and have difficulty walking. This is how it got the name Asebi.

The gazebo within the garden is perfect for potluck picnics or leisurely tea time.

The sound of leaves rustling in the breeze and the chirping of little birds will soothe your ears.

Introducing Rental Bicycles 🚲🚲

At the ECO Bus Center Rikuru inside Obikuru at Obihiro Station Bus Terminal, we offer convenient rental bicycles 😊
You can ride anywhere in the Tokachi area, making it perfect for sightseeing in Obihiro 🎵
We have a variety of bicycles available, allowing you to choose the best one based on your fitness level and riding experience.
With electric assist, long-distance travel and hills become a breeze 😍
Feel the wind as you ride and create memories of your "town tour"!
Enjoy cycling in Tokachi at your own pace without any stress 🤗

🔶Rental Period: April 18, 2026 - November 30, 2026
(The period may change due to weather conditions)

🔶Rental and Pickup Location
ECO Bus Center Rikuru inside Obikuru at Obihiro Station Bus Terminal
Tel: 0155-23-5920 Fax: 0155-23-5921

🔶Operating Hours 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
●Folding Bicycle 400 yen per hour and up
●City Cycle 300 yen per hour and up
●Electric City Cycle and Electric Sports Bike 600 yen per hour and up

https://www.machicen.com/bicycle/

In a town where a melancholic sunset marks the end of the day.

Nature, food, and air.
Kushiro offers the "just right summer."


Experience a moment you can't find in the city.
Reservations can be made through the profile URL.
▶Kushiro Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/

Spring reflected in a glass at Kussharo.

A season's cocktail with a gentle fragrance, and
the slow passage of nighttime.

At the end of your journey, enjoy a special drink just a little.
How about savoring spring at Kussharo Prince Hotel?

For accommodations and details, visit the profile URL.
▶Kussharo Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/

The tap water from Tomakomai City, which boasts the best water quality in Japan for three consecutive years thanks to the Poronai River, is known for its taste comparable to mineral water.
First-time tasters may be surprised by the coldness and deliciousness of the tap water.
In front of Tomakomai Station, there is a free water supply spot where you can taste the delicious water of Tomakomai. The bottled water "Tomachopp Water" has won a gold medal at the "Monde Selection," an international quality assessment.
"Tomachopp Water" is also available for purchase outside of Hokkaido. (See below)
Be sure to give it a try!

- Dosanko Plaza Yurakucho Store (Tokyo)
- Dosanko Plaza Abeno Harukas Store (Osaka)
- Nikkō Wano Dai Onsen Yashio no Yu (Tochigi)
- Roadside Station Hachioji Takiyama (Tokyo)
- Takao-san Sumika (Tokyo)

Event Announcement 📣

The "Tokachi Ohira Plain Exchange Festival," where you can experience the charm of agriculture up close, will be held on Sunday, June 7th 😊
We have prepared a variety of content, including experiential programs in collaboration with local students and universities, as well as gourmet delights from Tokachi 🎵

🔷Agricultural Machinery Experience: From historical old farming tools to cutting-edge robotic tractors and toy tractors, a wide range is on display‼
🔷Hands-on Workshops: Experience making "pork skin bookmarks" and "pressed flower bookmarks" with students from Obihiro Agricultural High School 😍
🔷Fun Learning Booths: Experience cow displays and hands-on activities from Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine's "Dairy Farming, How About It?" as well as free tastings and surveys of meat products devised by high school students.

Tokachi's gourmet delights will also gather together! ❗😍 Enjoy delicious local flavors to your heart's content 🍴

A special day where both adults and children can get excited! We warmly invite you to come with your family 🤗

https://www.tokachi-a-muse.jp/daiheigen

The Early Summer in Teshikaga
The sound of cicadas and the vibrant greenery... A refreshing season has arrived, where a pleasant breeze can be felt. It's neither too hot nor too cold. This is the current time in Teshikaga.

We also recommend driving, hiking, and visiting scenic spots.
Come and enjoy the "just right" early summer in Teshikaga! 🚗💨💕

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【Event Information】
✨－－－－－－Tono Town Industrial Festival Confirmed－－－－－－✨

Tono Town in Miyazaki Prefecture hosts various events, but the "Industrial Festival" is the largest among them!!
We are excited to announce the confirmation of the "Tono Town Industrial Festival"✨

〔Date〕 Sunday, November 29, 2023
From 9 AM to 4 PM (Traffic restrictions from 7 AM to 5 PM)
〔Venue〕 Tono Town Nakacho Plaza (Google search: Tono Bus Stop)
There will be traffic restrictions in the surrounding area.

We look forward to welcoming many visitors.

At the Roadside Station "Hanakumu" Flower Park,
the weather has become just right for a stroll while enjoying soft serve ice cream.

However, on days when the temperature suddenly rises to 30°C, the heat can be overwhelming.♨

If you stop by the roadside station,
be sure to visit the adjacent flower park.

Flowers peek out from between the swaying grasses in the gentle breeze.

Please take your time to explore both the area cultivated by the caretaker over the past few years and the area currently being redesigned.

In summer and autumn,
the garden will showcase various beautiful sights.🌼🌿🏵️

Don't forget to grab a soft serve ice cream made from grass-fed milk available at the roadside station's shop as your companion for the stroll.🍦

The caretaker also has an Instagram account where they share daily updates on the garden!

Check it out at @kamu_natural_garden
https://www.instagram.com/kamu_natural_garden?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

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Flower Park Entrance Fee: 200 yen for high school students and above
*Free for villagers
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The window painting created in spring will be on display for about one more month.

Visiting Hanakumu after 2 PM,
you can see the sunlight illuminating the painting on the floor, which was truly beautiful.

I hope everyone visiting Hanakumu has a wonderful time!


#Flower Park
#Hanakumu #Garden

The pinnacle of the soccer world, the ✨FIFA World Cup 2026✨, will finally kick off on June 11th! ⚽
With the number of participating teams expanded to 48 countries, the tournament is sure to be even more exciting! 🔥
Jumbo Tomachop from the Tomakomai Tourist Information Center will also cheer with all their might! 📣

Arriving at Kushiro Station, you are enveloped by the aroma of robatayaki at night.
In the morning, enjoy the view of the port town from your room.

Experience the essence of Kushiro on a relaxing two-day trip.
How about spending your next holiday in Kushiro?

Reservations can be made through the profile URL.
▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/

The 53rd Maruseppu Wisteria Festival will be held.

Highlights include a mimicry stage show by SARI, performances by the twin performers PLuto, and a singing performance by Fumiya Tokodai!
Don't miss the outdoor concert by the local Engaru High School Brass Band and the Yamabiko Taiko drum performance!

Enjoy the beautiful wisteria trellises while having fun at the event!

Date and Time: Sunday, June 7th, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Location: Maruseppu Wisteria Garden (Kōsai-ji Temple and Heiwazan Park Special Venue)
*Please note that the content may change in case of rain.
*The wisteria photos are reference images from last year.

🗣️ 2026 Iso Tsutsuji Blooming Information
At the Kawayu Visitor Center, we observe and publish the blooming status of the Iso Tsutsuji clusters from three fixed points every day (excluding closed days).

We recommend checking the blooming status and planning your visit to the Iso Tsutsuji clusters at your preferred timing✨

Feel free to use this information for strolling and trail information around Mt. Io.

An event for everyone will be held at Ezo Rider!🏍️🛍️✨

Various events will take place every month at Ezo Rider located in Kawayu Onsen. In June, we will have "Everyone's Marche," and in July, "Healing Marche for Mind and Body!"

Kids can enjoy workshops🛍️, delicious lunches and sweets🍽️, shopping with parents, experiencing Aroma Touch🌿, and even fortune-telling🔮

Parking is available, strollers are welcome, and you can come and go freely! You can enjoy a wide range of activities👶➰🍼💕. Please relax and have fun.

Since the event contents vary each month, please make sure to check the details.

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"Everyone's Marche" Overview
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: EZO HOUSE, Kawayu Onsen
(Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga Town, Kawakami District)
Parking: Please use the space next to the building.
Admission: Free (come and go freely)
In case of rain: Held in light rain (may be canceled in case of severe weather)

"Healing Marche for Mind and Body" Overview
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: EZO HOUSE, Kawayu Onsen
(5-6, 1-chome, Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga Town, Kawakami District)
Parking: Please use the space next to the building.
Admission: Free (come and go freely)
In case of rain: Held in light rain (may be canceled in case of severe weather)

A 2-day, 1-night model course in Kushiro.

Just a 10-minute walk from Kushiro Station.
The journey begins at a hotel with a panoramic view of the sea.

Experience Kushiro's night with robatayaki (grilled food).
In the morning, take your time while enjoying the unique scenery of a port town.

Kushiro's charm lies not only in "visiting tourist spots" but also in enjoying the very air itself.

How about making your next travel destination Kushiro?

You can make reservations through the profile URL.
▶Kushiro Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/

【Join us at GA.KOPPER on June 13th and 14th!】
The second weekend of June
will host a wonderful event at the Nishiokoppe Guesthouse GA.KOPPER✨

〇 PA and Recording Workshop
The sound engineer GOK SOUND, active both domestically and internationally,
is returning to Nishiokoppe Village this summer.

During "Nishinikarishite,"
GOK SOUND set up a truck stage at the GA.KOPPER grounds and handled the PA.

The talented Kondo from GOK SOUND
will teach you everything from equipment setup to recording tips,
for a thorough six hours!?

On Saturday, June 13th
from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Participation fee: 1,000 yen (free for middle school students and younger)
at GA.KOPPER indoors

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〇 Outdoor Live in front of the Pit Dwelling
Two groups, macaroom and Toshiaki Chiku, along with flight duration,
will gather in front of the pit dwelling and other structures.

Don't miss this opportunity.

On Sunday, June 14th
Doors open at 6:00 PM / Show starts at 6:30 PM
Advance tickets: 4,000 yen / At the door: 4,500 yen
(free for middle school students and younger)
Behind GA.KOPPER
*Event may be canceled in case of bad weather

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For inquiries, please contact the Nishiokoppe Society.
nishiokoppe.society@gmail.com

Accommodation at GA.KOPPER is not available on both days.
Thank you for your understanding.

#GAKOPPER #LIVE #Sound

The large-flowered bellflower at Bansai Fureai no Mori is in full bloom!

The large-flowered bellflower is blooming in the "Fureai no Mori" that spreads along the way from Bansai Onsen to Horokayantou.
Be sure to visit this natural flower field where you can feel the arrival of spring!

For tourist information about Taiki Town, click here!
https://visit-taiki.hokkaido.jp/

The flowers of Daurian Azalea are nearly finished, and the orange Ezo yamatsutsuji and bell-shaped doudan azalea flowers have started to bloom.
The image shows the doudan azalea in the planting area at Ekimae. The white flowers are quite charming.
In autumn, the leaves turn a vibrant red.✨

The perfect dress is surely different for everyone.

Delicately.
Elegantly.
Glamorously.

Just by changing the dress,
the scenery and feelings gradually change.

Experience the moment when you think, "This is truly me,"
at Kushiro Prince Hotel.

Wedding Planner
https://www.instagram.com/en_to_yukari_321/

▶Consultation reservations can be made via the URL.
https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/

【Night Cherry Blossom Illumination and Tea Ceremony】
Despite being covered in snow and exposed to strong winds, the cherry blossoms remained intact.

For two days following the holiday at the beginning of May,
a night cherry blossom illumination and tea ceremony were held.

This location, situated behind Korakuen Garden,
is a perfect spot for viewing the Ezo cherry trees.

As the sky darkened, the scattered lights gradually intensified in brightness.

Visitors gazed in admiration at the sparkling cherry trees, branches, and petals.

While enjoying the illuminated night cherry blossoms,
we savored sweets and tea, making for a delightful evening.🌙

Illumination Support: Nishiokoppe Gakkai

#Tea Ceremony

Not just "seeing" nature, but also "experiencing" Teshikaga Town. 🌿 Digging in the sand reveals the hot springs of Sunayu, and enjoy a relaxing canoe experience as you glide down the river. Here, there are nature experiences that even adults can't help but get lost in. Using Kussharo Prince Hotel as your base, enjoy activities unique to Eastern Hokkaido. ✨ Reservations can be made through the profile URL. https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/

Step out of the hotel and into the great outdoors of Teshikagacho. 🌿

Around Lake Kussharo, breathtaking scenery and experiences await.

Feel the wind as you walk along the path,
and listen closely to the sounds of nature.

The time spent here is a special moment that allows you to forget about everyday life for a while.

Enjoy the "extraordinary" that can only be experienced while traveling. ✨

Reservations can be made through the profile URL.
https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/

【Nishiokoppe Campground OPEN】
Thank you for your patience!🙌

The campground located in Nishiokoppe Forest Park will open on Saturday, May 23rd!🎉

Usage fee: 500 yen per tent per night

Reception hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
*Reception will be available the following day after 4:30 PM

Please check in at the administration building located before the batting center.
The administration building also sells garbage bags.

For more details, please visit our website.
https://www.vill.nishiokoppe.lg.jp/feeuub0000001a7a.html

We look forward to your visit!

#Campground #Open #Free site

From the beginning to the end of the day.

A place where everything becomes a special view.

Feel the breath of nature and spend a relaxing time in a room overlooking the lake.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Lake Kussharo that stretches endlessly.
Experience "the luxury of nature" at Kussharo Prince Hotel.

You can make a reservation from the profile URL.
📍Kussharo Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/