Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The award-winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of local businesses in Teshikagacho. We will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us on the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce "Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)"! 📝 Teshikaga Navi has a wide range of information, so please take a look! ✨ Thank you to "Teshikaga Town Lab (Teshikaga Marche)" for your support in this event. 🙇🛶 We look forward to your continued support for the "Teshikaga Photo Contest" and "Teshikaga Navi." https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

Annual Event‼︎🛶✨ 【Announcement of Clean-Up Activity at Wakoto Beach】 On April 19th (Sunday), we will hold a beach clean-up starting at 10 AM, followed by a pork miso soup gathering at 11 AM‼︎ (We will serve pork miso soup to those who participate in the beach clean-up.) After that, from 2 PM, a basic life-saving course will be held at Teshikaga Fire Station for those who use the lake. Details of the Beach Clean-Up on April 19th (Sunday) 10 AM - Beach Clean-Up 11 AM - Pork Miso Soup Gathering 2 PM - Basic Life-Saving Course at Teshikaga Fire Station *The beach clean-up is a free participation event, starting at 10 AM at PETETOK on that day. Additionally, on April 29th (Wednesday), GOOD VIBES MARKET (FLEA MARKET) will be held‼︎ This first event will primarily feature local exhibitors, and it is planned to take place within the PETETOK premises. We look forward to your participation and inquiries🛶✨

In the Kushiro Subprefecture of Hokkaido (Kushiro City, Kushiro Town, Shibechacho, Tsuruimura, Akkeshicho, Hamanaka Town), we are distributing "Wetland Cards" at four Ramsar Convention registered wetlands: Kushiro Shitsugen, Akanko, Akkeshi-ko and Bekambeushi Shitsugen, and Kiritappu Shitsugen! The cards distributed at Akanko feature the early morning scenery of Akanko and Mt. Oakan🏔🌅. Please ask at the counter on the 1st floor of Akan Lake Marimukan for your "Wetland Card!"

Guide to JR Hokkaido’s Ōzora and Tokachi trains 😊 JR Hokkaido’s limited express trains Ōzora and Tokachi connect Sapporo with eastern Hokkaido (Obihiro and Kushiro). The journey from sapporo station to obihiro station takes about 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes 🚊 From shinchitosekuukou station, take the Rapid Airport to minami chitose station and transfer to the limited express Ōzora or Tokachi. The travel time from shinchitosekuukou station to obihiro station is about 2 hours 30 minutes 🎵 Also, the trip from Kushiro Station to obihiro station on the Ōzora limited express takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes. All seats on the limited express Ōzora and Tokachi are reserved, so please make a reservation in advance 🤗 https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/ekinet_jrticket/page.html#map...

From mid-April to May in early spring As the snow melts, Akan’s forests put on a show of flowers that delight the eye and richly color the woods. Why not take a walk along the boardwalk adjacent to the hot spring district and enjoy a picnic of wildflowers?

Today's Akanko Thanks to the rise in temperature, steam fog formed and created a magical scene. Some ice remains, but it is thin, so please do not go out onto the lake ice.

For residents of Michihigashi: “Use and Revive” Kawayu Accommodation Discount 2026 plan goes on sale!! This spring, why not use and revive at Teshikaga Kawayu Onsen with a great deal? The weekday and Sunday-only “Use and Revive: Kawayu Accommodation Discount 2026” plan for residents of Michihigashi went on sale March 23, 2026 at three properties affiliated with the Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association. With the snow melting and spring almost here, stay at Kawayu Onsen this season and revive both your mind and body. 🌸

Onsen website "From the Information Desk" updated 📝🆙 The annual event report for "Forest Snow Park 2026 in Kawayu Onsen" has been updated ☃️✨ Although snow is already melting in Kawayu Onsen as spring approaches, please take a look.

🟢🟢🟢 Manhole covers are local items with different designs across the country. At Lake Akan Onsen they distribute manhole cards. The design features marimo and the red-crowned crane, and two actual covers match the card design (they appeared as the snow melted). After getting a card, take a stroll around the onsen and be sure to look for them!

🚢 Notice of Cruise Ship Call 🚢 The cruise ship Regatta is arriving in Kushiro! Passengers will disembark to enjoy sightseeing in Kushiro. We hope residents will welcome them warmly with a festive atmosphere 😊 When the ship departs, the Hokkaido Kushiro Ezo Daiko Preservation Society will perform taiko drums to see it off 👋 We look forward to everyone’s participation ✨ *General visitor parking available* Date and time: March 26, 2026 (Thursday) Berthing 8:00 Departure 17:00 Location: Earthquake-resistant Passenger Ship Terminal Local product stalls 10:00–14:00 Farewell performance around 16:40

STV Sapporo Television Broadcasting’s Dosanko Weekend devoted two full weeks to Teshikaga, showcasing it in depth👀❣️ They featured the miraculously clear Lake Mashu, the rare skin-beautifying waters of Kawayu Onsen, delicious local cuisine, and even scenes of people patiently digging into the sand at Sunayu with shovels to reach the hot springs… and much more. Thank you for beautifully introducing all the things to enjoy in Teshikaga 👾💫 It was a lot of fun.

⛰️ Mashu-Kussharo Trail 🚶‍♂️ Would you like to walk with an MKT guide? Join the event and complete the full MKT route (62.5 km)! Please take part in any of the events held three times in 2026 and three times in 2027. You may of course join just one event. Those who attend all sessions will receive an original MKT commemorative gift! https://mashukussharotrail.jp//
 
 Session 1 Saturday, May 30, 2026, 8:30–13:00 Lake Mashu First Observatory to JR Biruwa Station — 7 km 
 Session 2 Saturday, June 27, 2026, 8:30–13:00 Miruwa Spring to JR Kawayu-Onsen Station — 11 km 
 Session 3 Saturday, October 17, 2026, 8:30–13:30 JR Kawayu-Onsen Station to Sunayu — 14 km 
 
 Capacity: 10 people per session (minimum to run: 5) Participant requirements: Be in good health and able to walk about 10–15 km in one day. Maximum elevation gain is about 450 m. Participation fee: JPY 5,000 (tax included) per session * The fee includes guide services and accident insurance. * Participants will receive a section map for the route concerned. Contact NPO Teshikaga Trail Club mashu.kussharo.trail@gmail.com Mashu Kussharo Trail How to reserve: Apply via the QR code. We will send further details afterward.

Introduction to Our Sponsors – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we have presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is made possible by the support of businesses located in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we introduce Orchard grass! Check out Teshikaga Navi for a wide range of information. Thank you very much to Orchard grass for supporting this event! We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

Introduction to Our Sponsors – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we have presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that supported the contest. (In no particular order) This time we introduce Hotel Mashu‼︎📝Teshikaga Navi shares a wide range of information, so please take a look✨Thank you very much to Hotel Mashu for supporting this event 🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and for Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

♨️Very Popular♨️ Weekday and Sunday-only accommodation discount for residents of Michihigashi, "Kawayu Stay Discount 2026", goes on sale from March 23.✨ The eligible period runs from April 1 to June 30, 2026, so please take advantage of it.🏃‍♂️💨 Kawayu Stay Discount 2026 ・Eligible Dates Weekdays and Sundays between Wednesday, April 1, 2026 and Tuesday, June 30, 2026 ※Excluded dates: May 2 to May 5 ・Eligible Area Residents of Michihigashi: Kushiro, Nemuro, Okhotsk, and Tokachi regions ・Participating Properties Oyado Kinkiyu Annex Suikazura, Kawayu Kanko Hotel, KKR Kawayu (members of the Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association) ・Discount Amount Adults: 2,000 yen　Children: 1,000 yen　(no limit on consecutive nights) ・How to Purchase Via each property's official website or by phone The program ends when the budget runs out, so neighbors, please make use of it.

Introducing Our Sponsors – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we have presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of businesses located in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that support this contest. (In no particular order) This time, we introduce Fugetsudo Confectionery‼︎📝 Teshikaga Navi shares fun and delicious information, so please take a look✨ Thank you very much to Fugetsudo Confectionery for supporting this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

🌸🌸Spring Kushiro Sightseeing Bus Tour [Cherry Blossom Edition]🌸🌸 We are now accepting participants for a bus tour that visits Kushiro’s native double-flowered cherry, Kushiro-yae. ☺ Kushiro-yae is a double-flowered variety selected by Rokuro Inazawa, a landscaper who worked in Kushiro City, and it was registered as a cultivar in 1981. Its petals layer upon one another in many folds, giving it an exceptionally charming appearance. The tour visits notable cherry-viewing spots around the city, and participants will eat an original tour bento at Yanagimachi Park, the venue for the Kushiro Cherry Blossom Festival. As the final stop of the cherry blossom front, enjoy Kushiro-yae here in Michihigashi Kushiro. ✨ Date and time: May 16 (Sat) 9:00–13:00 Capacity: 30 people Participation fee: ¥6,500 (tax included) *Please pay in cash on the day. ・Children pay the same price Meeting point: kks convention center (Kushiro City Tourism and International Exchange Center) Assemble at 8:50 For more details and to apply, please check the link in our profile ^ ^

It's finally Saturday tomorrow📺❣️ 📢Program Broadcast Announcement📢 The finale of Teshikaga town features will air on STV Sapporo Television Broadcasting's Dosanko WEEKEND on Saturday, March 14, starting at 9:25 AM👀✨ Last week's first episode about Teshikaga showed the miraculously clear view of Lake Mashu, let visitors enjoy hot springs and footbaths, and savor delicious Mashu Wagyu… among many other wonderful highlights🍦🧚🏻‍♀️ We can't wait to see what the finale brings this weekend❣️Please be sure to tune in‼︎

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning works of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and prizes have been sent to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of businesses in Teshikagacho. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we would like to introduce Watanabe Experience Ranch‼︎📝 Teshikaga Navi shares fun and delicious local information, so please take a look✨ Thank you very much to Watanabe Experience Ranch for cooperating with this event. We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

It’s already the season when the snow melts… This is how the Sakhalin Spruce Forest has looked recently 🌲 I feel the sound of melting snow droplets falling onto leaves, trees, and roofs has a relaxing effect. I hope you can enjoy a little of these natural sounds ☺️

NHK 'Geo Japan: 100 Spectacular Views' aired an episode titled "Hokkaido — Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu." Teshikaga in Hokkaido unfolds a grand natural landscape. This episode focuses on Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu. It shared many facts even locals might not know, from volcanic activity to rare creatures living on the Wakin Peninsula, making it both beautiful and educational. Here is a selection of highlights 💁‍♀️✨ _________________________________ NHK BS Geo Japan: 100 Spectacular Views Hokkaido — Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu Saturday, March 7 — 12:00 to 13:00 _________________________________ https://www.web.nhk/tv/pl/series-tep-ENV69LY378/ep/2Z169XL1MQ...

Introduction to Our Sponsor Companies – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and each winner has received a supplementary prize. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of local businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga-navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (In no particular order) This time, we introduce Suzukifarm Co., Ltd., the company that runs Cream Fairy Tale, famous for its delicious gelato‼︎📝 More detailed information is available on Teshikaga-navi, so please take a look✨ Thank you very much to Suzukifarm Co., Ltd. for cooperating with this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and Teshikaga-navi.

📢 Program Broadcast Notice 📢 The final episode covering various aspects of Teshikagacho will air on STV Sapporo Television Broadcasting’s “Dosanko WEEKEND” on Saturday, March 14th, at 9:25 AM 👀✨ Last week’s first half about Teshikagacho showcased a miraculous clear view of Lake Mashu, relaxing hot springs and footbaths, and savoring delicious Mashu Wagyu, among many other delightful highlights 🍦🧚🏻‍♀️ We’re excited to see what the finale will bring this weekend❣️Please be sure to tune in‼︎

March 9 −10°C Akanko early morning walk tour! Thanks to the cold that let clouds settle over the lake like a dragon, we could see frost flowers and rime ice gleaming against the blue sky♪ We walked across the lake, where diamond dust sparkled in a magical scene. ✨

Come and see! We received pamphlets from two elementary schools in Kushiro City ☺ ★ The sixth graders of Shiroyama Elementary School created a pamphlet about the Shiroyama area. They walked the neighborhood themselves and conducted on-site interviews at various facilities, producing very in-depth content. This booklet tightly captures the students’ feelings and the charms of Shiroyama! ★ The fifth graders of Kushiro Elementary School produced a Kushiro tourism pamphlet. Each student researched and reflected on Kushiro’s attractions in their own way, resulting in a collection full of personality. With 31 different entries covering sightseeing spots, recommended shops, information on wildlife, and more, there’s plenty to explore! You can take any pamphlet you like home. Come see the children’s wonderful work (^_^)/ We look forward to your visit. 📍 KKS Convention Center (Kushiro City Tourism and International Exchange Center) 3-3 Saiwaicho, Kushiro City The pamphlets are available at the Tourism Concierge counter.

❄️Mori no Snow Park 2026❄️ Here is a brief look at the recent “Mori no Snow Park 2026 in Kawayu Onsen.” There were plenty of activities, including cross-country skiing, a tipi bonfire, an Akaezomatsu (Siberian fir) distillation workshop, slide talks, snow candles, and a variety of delicious foods!! This winter event is now an annual tradition, so if you couldn’t attend this time, please come next year. Look forward to it!

Tabete Fukkatsu 2026 - Kawayu Onsen Akkeshi Clam Fair Enjoy Akkeshi clams raised in Akkeshi's rich seas - large, plump clams packed with concentrated umami! Tabete Fukkatsu! This March, three inns belonging to the Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association will host the "Tabete Fukkatsu 2026 - Kawayu Onsen Akkeshi Clam Fair"! We've also featured this in our "Information Bulletin" section, so be sure to check it out ✔︎✨ Let's enjoy lots of big, plump Akkeshi clams! 🌊

16:55 Today’s sunset in Kushiro 🟠 What a beautiful color!

This view takes on a completely different expression from June… ✨ ☁️ Lake Kussharo Sea of Clouds Guided Tour at Tsubetsu Pass ☁️ Starting again this year from June! A grand sea of clouds that blankets the entire lake. The magical moment when the summit slowly clears is a luxurious experience only early risers will encounter. Join a guide and enjoy a “miraculous morning” woven by nature. 📅 Season: June to October 🚐 Guided tour departing from hotels 🌄 We will take you to the Tsubetsu Pass observation facility Make this summer an unforgettable sea-of-clouds journey.

🔥 Kawayu Snow Park 2026 is now underway 🔥 We offer a wide range of activities, including cross-country skiing, campfire gatherings in tipis, Siberian fir (Akaezomatsu) distillation experiences, slide talks, snow candle making, and many more — ⋆⋆✶ There are delicious food and drinks, so it’s great for families to join! This is a one-day-only event, so please come and take part today‼︎ ☃️💕 Time: 10:00–21:00 Location: In front of Kawayu Visitor Center We look forward to welcoming you.