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We will send out attractive tourist information in Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido, where the largest natural park in Japan, "Daisetsuzan National Park", is located in the COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you!

Higashikawa, Hokkaido, is located in the central part of Hokkaido and is an attractive town full of the blessings of nature.
It is conveniently located about 10 minutes by car from Asahikawa Airport to the center of Higashikawa Town.

Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido is a town without a water supply, which is rare in Japan.
The beautiful natural water created by the snowmelt of the Daisetsuzan mountain range seeps deep underground and is used as water for daily life in the town, restaurants, and various other places.
In agriculture, delicious rice and vegetables are grown using the abundant water resources, and the taste is exceptional.

One of the attractions of Higashikawa Town in Hokkaido is its proud hot springs.
In Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido, there are two hot spring resorts, Asahidake Onsen and Tenjinkyo Onsen, both of which are located in Daisetsuzan National Park.

The facilities around Asahidake Onsen do not have a hot spring town, and the scenery is maintained, such as height restrictions and regular intervals.
Day trip bathing is also possible, so please stop by when climbing or hiking.
While soaking in the hot springs, you can spend a luxurious time admiring the natural scenery.

"Tenjinkyo Onsen" is also popular for its efficacy against diabetes and arteriosclerosis.
There are two hot spring facilities as of June 2023, and you can stay overnight or take a day trip.
In the surrounding area, there is "Hagoromo Falls", which has been selected as one of the 100 best waterfalls in Japan, and you can also enjoy the famous waterfall.

In addition to hot springs, Higashikawa Town in Hokkaido is rich in attractive sightseeing spots where you can feel the breath of nature.

・Asahidake Visitor Center
Asahidake Visitor Center is a facility that opened in 2019 and provides information on nature and tours of Daisetsuzan National Park.
You can see the diorama of the superb view point when climbing.
You can also exhibit seasonal highlights, AR displays, and virtual experiences of Daisetsuzan with VR goggles.

・Daisetsu Asahidake Gensui Park
It is a park where the natural water of Higashikawa Town, which is rich in calcium and minerals, springs out.
Snowmelt water from the Daisetsuzan mountain range can freely draw spring water that has been naturally filtered over hundreds of years.

・Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway
A 10-minute aerial walk from Asahidake Ropeway Sanroku Station at an altitude of 1,100 meters to Katami Station at an altitude of 1,600 meters offers a magnificent view and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons.
When you get off the ropeway, there is a trekking course of about 1 hour that even beginners can enjoy.
In addition, it takes about 2 hours from here to the summit of Mt. Asahidake, and from the summit you can see the Mt. Tokachi mountain range, Mt. Ashibetsu, and Mt. Hotkanbetsudake in a 360-degree panoramic view.

・Canmore Ski Village Kitoushi Forest Park
This ski resort is located in Kitoushi Forest Park, a 15-minute drive from Asahikawa Airport.
There are 6 courses, which can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced players, as well as many tourists visiting Japan.
Kitoushi Forest Park also has campsites and cottages, so you can stay overnight.

・Lake Chūbetsu
At Lake Chūbetsuko at the foot of Daisetsuzan National Park, you can experience canoeing.
It is also a highlight that you can enjoy the superb scenery of the four seasons such as fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snow caps.
A local guide will assist you, so even first-timers can join with peace of mind.

The population of Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido is about 8,400 as of June 2023, and the population has increased in recent years due to the enhancement of child-rearing support and convenience from the airport.
The natural environment is the perfect place to live a stress-free life.
We also offer the "Higashikawa Town Migration Experience" that allows you to live for 3 months to 1 year.

There is also a town-run Japanese language school, where about 600 foreigners reside, and we are also focusing on supporting international students.

Higashikawa, Hokkaido is an attractive place full of the blessings of nature.
Aiming to be a "photogenic" town with beautiful nature in each of the four seasons, we have declared ourselves the "City of Photography" as the capital of photography culture.
Higashikawa, Hokkaido is packed with various attractions such as a rich natural environment, hot springs, delicious food, and the warmth of the local people.
We will continue to deliver plenty of attractive information about Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido, so thank you.

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Taiki Tourism Association.
In this account, we will send out attractive information that will make you want to visit Hokkaido Taiki Town.
Thank you in advance!

In this first post, we will introduce the Taiki Town and provide information on sightseeing spots.

Hokkaido Taiki Town is located in the eastern part of Hokkaido, in the southern part of Tokachi, and is a town with a population of 5,437 as of January 2023 where the breath of nature and the atmosphere of history intersect.
The name "Taikicho" is derived from the Ainu word "taikiushi", which means "a place where large trees grow in clusters".

The Taiki Town is dotted with beautiful nature and historical sights.
Next, we will introduce the attractive sightseeing spots of Taiki Town.

● Space Exchange Center SORA
Since around 1985, Taiki Town has been conducting aerospace-related experiments with the goal of "space urban development."
In the Space Exchange Center SORA, materials and models of experiments conducted Taiki Town by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency JAXA and Interstellar Technologies, a rocket development company, are exhibited.
Admission is free of charge, no reservation is required.

● Roadside Station "Cosmall Taiki"
Cosmall Taiju, a Roadside Station with local specialties and souvenirs, is one of the places where you can feel the charm of Taiki Town.
At the specialty product corner, you can taste natural cheese from Handa Farm, such as special homemade cheese, and cowbell ice cream corn, pumpkin, etc. made with ingredients from Taiki!
There is also a space goods section such as space food and a shopping center with many daily necessities.
In the surrounding area, there is a clear stream "Rekifune River Rekifunegawa", which has been selected as the best clear stream in Japan in the past.

Next, we will guide you to leisure information!

◎ Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing
Horokayanto LagoonJapanese smelt fishing is lifted from around the end of December and can be enjoyed until late February.
There is also a "Bansei Onsen" right next to the Horokayanto Lagoon, which is perfect for warming up your cold body from Japanese smelt fishing!

◎ Kamui Kotan Park Campground
"Kamui Kotan Park Campground" in Kamuikotan, which is also a scenic spot in Tokachi, is a recommended spot for outdoor lovers!
It is a auto camp place surrounded by rich nature.
In addition to playing in the river, you can also experience fishing, forest walking, and gold panning!
If you wish to have a gold panning experience, please apply to the Tourism Association in advance.

Don't miss the events of Hokkaido Taiki Town.

◎ Rekifune River clear stream carp streamer
This is a mini-event held on Children's Day on May 5.
Every year from late April ~ early May, carp streamers spread all over the width of the river, and the sight of them swaying in the wind has become a spring tradition!

◎ Rekifune River Festival
The Rekifune River is also the venue for the "Rekifune River Festival" and "Perpne Fire Festival" held in August.
"Rekifune River Festival" is a major summer event in Taiki Town that started in the first year of Heisei when Rekifune River was evaluated as "the cleanest river in Japan" by the Environment Agency!
And at the end of the Rekifune River Festival, the "Perpne Fire Festival" and fireworks festival are also held.
Don't miss the sight of burning pillar torches stretching into the sky!
You can spend a luxurious time enjoying summer evenings.

Next, we will introduce Taiki Town gourmet information!
The gourmet Taiki Town is rich in variety, including specialty products such as Camembert cheese, autumn salmon, and whey pork, as well as seafood dishes made with fresh seafood and vegetable dishes that taste the bounty of the earth.

The "Taiki Cheese Salmon Bowl" made with cheese and autumn salmon is a popular local gourmet!
While tasting dishes made with plenty of local ingredients, please enjoy the food unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town!

Taiki Town's Furusato Nozei offers fresh seafood and carefully processed products.
thank-you gift such as "Fresh Rich Milk Cowbell Ice Cream", "Handa Farm's Homemade Cheese Set" and "Whey Pork Bowl Set" are especially popular.
Please enjoy the deliciousness unique to Hokkaido Taiki Town through Furusato Nozei!

To access the Taiki Town, please use "Tokachi-Obihiro Airport" from outside Hokkaido.
It takes about 40 minutes by car from Tokachi-Obihiro Airport to Taiki Town or about 70 minutes by bus.
In addition, from Sapporo, it takes about two and a half hours from Sapporo Station to Obihiro Station by train, or about 3 hours and 30 minutes by bus. It takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes by bus from Obihiro Station to Taiki Town.

Although the Taiki Town faces the sea, the climate and weather have a large temperature difference, and it is not uncommon for the average temperature in summer to be about 20 degrees Celsius, the maximum temperature to be about 34 degrees Celsius, and the winter to be minus 20 degrees Celsius.
Also, in winter, the temperature difference in a short time is severe, so please be careful what you wear when traveling.

Please visit once and experience the charm of Hokkaido Taiki Town for yourself.
We will continue to deliver the charm of Taiki Town, so thank you!