[Notice of Winter Road Closures for Reiwa 7] [Winter Road Closure Notice 2025.10.31] The following roads in the Mashu area will be closed for winter starting today, October 31, 2025. ・Prefectural Route 52 Kussharo Mashu Kohan Line (Third Observation Deck) from 15:00 ・Prefectural Route 150 Lake Mashu Nakashibetsu Line (Uramashu Observatory) from 9:00 Access to Lake Mashu is possible from the Teshikaga town area up to Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace (Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace (Lake Mashu Observatory No. 1)) via Prefectural Route 52. ・Prefectural Route 588 Kussharo Tsubetsu Line (Tsubetsu Pass) from 10:00 The winter detour for Tsubetsu Pass is National Route 243 (Bihoro Pass). ・Prefectural Route 587 Atosatokoshimizu Line (9.8 km from near the summit of Mokoto Pass toward Koshimizu town area) from 10:00 Announcements about lifting winter closures will be posted on Teshikaga Navi. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/r7stoproad/...

Teshikaga Night Sky Enjoyment Workshop Thanks to your support, we have reached the 12th Teshikaga Night Sky Enjoyment Workshop. This year’s theme is the much-anticipated Geminids meteor shower. The program includes a classroom lecture and an observation session. Why is Teshikaga’s night sky so stunning? How should we protect and make the most of this night sky? What exactly is a meteor shower? What are tips for enjoying it? Which astronomical events should you watch for next year? This workshop is packed with answers and insights. If the sky is clear, we will go outside and observe the meteor shower. We hope you get to see bright meteors that can compete with the waning moonlight. To register, contact Teshikaga Town Community Center. 015-482-2340 We look forward to your participation🌌✨

[Special offer for Michihigashi residents: “Use and Revive” Kawayu Stay Discount — Winter plan now on sale!] This winter, revive your body and spirit with a budget-friendly stay at Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga. The “Use and Revive” Kawayu Stay Discount (Winter), available to residents of Michihigashi, went on sale on October 20 at three properties affiliated with the Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association. As autumn ends and the calm of winter approaches, why not stay at Kawayu Onsen during the deep cold and come back refreshed? Kawayu Stay Discount (Winter) ・Eligible period Weekdays and Sundays from Sunday, November 2, 2025 through Sunday, March 29, 2026 ・Eligible area Residents of Michihigashi: Kushiro, Nemuro, Okhotsk, and the Tokachi region ・Participating properties Oyado Kinkiyu Bettei Suikazura, Kawayu Kanko Hotel, KKR Kawayu (members of the Kawayu Onsen Ryokan Association) *Oyado Kinkiyu will be closed from November for the time being and is not eligible. ・Discount amount Adults ¥2,000, children ¥1,000 (no limit on consecutive nights) ・How to book Via each property’s official website, by phone, etc. This offer ends when the budget runs out, so neighbors, please take advantage of it. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/syukuhakuwariwinter25/...

[Kawayu Visitor Center Lecture Announcement 📣] Tomorrow, Saturday, 10/25, Professor Mitsuhiro Nakagawa, who has conducted long-term research in this field, will give a lecture titled "Why is Lake Kussharo so shallow? The secrets of Mount Atosanupuri revealed by the latest research." The venue is Kawayu Visitor Center and admission is free. We look forward to your visit ⛰️✨ Lecture "Why is Lake Kussharo so shallow? The secrets of Mount Atosanupuri revealed by the latest research." We will welcome Mitsuhiro Nakagawa, Specially Appointed Professor, Faculty of Science, Hokkaido University. Date: Saturday, December 6, 13:30–15:30 Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center, second floor Admission free (no registration required; capacity 50) We hope this talk offers a chance to encounter the grand natural story behind the familiar landscape of Lake Kussharo, so you can learn more about the lake and the park and feel proud of them. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/kawayuvcfureai2/...

[Held in tomorrow! !! Announcement 📣 of the lecture] Tomorrow, 10/25 (Sat), Professor Tomoko Yoshikawa, who has been conducting research in this field for many years, will give a lecture on the theme of "Creatures of Volcanic Lakes ~Gari of the Ecology of Lake Kussharo~". Admission is free at the Kawayu Visitor Center. We look ⛰️✨ forward to your visit Lecture "Creatures of Volcanic Lake: Gari of the Ecology of Lake Kussharo" Ms. Tomoko Yoshikawa, Professor Emeritus of the Faculty of Agriculture, Tamagawa University, will take the stage. Date: Saturday, October 25, 13:30-15:30 Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center 2nd floor Free admission (no application required, capacity 50 people) We hope that by experiencing the magnificent Nature story behind Lake Kussharo, which you have become familiar with as a familiar landscape, you will have the opportunity to learn more about this lake and park and feel proud of it. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/kawayuvcfureai2/...

【Notice of Teshikaga Town TV Broadcast】 I'm sorry for the delay in announcing you... Teshikaga will appear on TV broadcast!!︎ Please take a 📺✨ look ============ ▼ Program name Healing Woman Hot Spring Trip   ▼ Broadcast date 2025/10/03 (Fri) Midnight 2:55-3:25 【#1 Kawayu Onsen】【#2 Mashu Hot Spring】 2025/10/10 (Fri) Midnight 2:55-3:25【#3 Lake Kussharo】【#4 Yoro Beef Hot Spring】 * Two episodes will be broadcast in each 30-minute broadcast slot.   ▼ Performers Yume Hayashi (Talent from Furano City)   ▼ Broadcasting station HTB Hokkaido Television (6ch)   ============

[The official LINE of the Lake Mashu Tourism Association has been opened. ] There is also a stamp rally where you can win luxury prizes! 】 The official LINE of the Lake Mashu Tourism Association will be opened. Along with that, LINE's Stamp Rally Events [Tesshikaga Hika Request, Shine! Kawayu Onsen] has also started! The Events period is 2025/10/01 (Water) ~ 2025/11/30 (Sun) and participation is free. Enjoy the Stamp Rally and win Luxury Prizes by lottery. First of all, check out the official LINE of the Lake Mashu Tourism Association! [Tesshikaga Hika Request, Shine! ] Kawayu Onsen] "Eight lights that once illuminated Kawayu Onsen, one day they were guided by a mysterious power and traveled to various places in the apprenticeship. And now there is such a rumor..." "Whoever gathers the eight lights will be bestowed with treasure" Restore the light of the city with your hands! Events Duration 2025/10/01(Water)~2025/11/30(Sun) How to Participate (1) Add the LINE official Account of the "Lake Mashu Tourism Association" as a friend from the QR image on the poster and check the message! (2) Go around the Hikari Spot in your favorite order and at your favorite timing, and get points by reading the QR image posted on the Spot! (3) Apply for a gift that you can choose according to the number of points you collect! Fill out the application form sent from LINE and send it. *For details, please check the LINE message. Hikari Spot (1) Footbath in Kawayu Onsen City (2) Roadside Station (3) Lake Mashu Kamui Terrace (4) Kawayu bedrock Terrace (5) Wakoto Field House (6) Lake Kussharo Sand Bath (7) Sulfur Mountain MOKMOK Base (8) Watanabe Experience Ranch LINE Procedure (1) Official LINE Access (poster QR image or friend search) (2) Check the message (3) Stamp rally starts! https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/kannkoukyoukailine/...

【Nature Event Lecture in Kawayu Visitor Center】 At the Kawayu Visitor Center, it has been decided to Held in two lectures on Nature contact events. In October, Professor Emeritus Tomoko Yoshikawa, Faculty of Agriculture, Tamagawa University, will give a lecture entitled "Creatures of Volcanic Lakes: The Gari of the Ecology of Lake Kussharo," and in December, we will invite Dr. Mitsuhiro Nakagawa, a research fellow and specially appointed professor at Hokkaido University, to give a lecture titled "Why Lake Kussharo is Shallow: The Secrets of the Atosanupuri Volcano Revealed by the Latest Research." The area where we live is centered on the Kussharo Caldera, which was formed by a large volcanic activity. Lake Kussharo, a large Caldera lake No.1 in Japan, is a symbol of Akan Mashu National Park, and has nurtured a variety of living things along with the bounty of volcanoes. In order to take a fresh look at this special lake and share its charm and origins, we have planned two lectures this time. First, Gari will explain the connection between the lake and living creatures, and then the secrets of volcanoes revealed by the latest research, each expert will gently unravel. We hope that by experiencing the magnificent Nature story behind Lake Kussharo, which you have become familiar with as a familiar landscape, you will have the opportunity to learn more about this lake and park and feel proud of it. "Creatures of Volcanic Lake: Gari of the Ecology of Lake Kussharo" Ms. Tomoko Yoshikawa, Professor Emeritus of the Faculty of Agriculture, Tamagawa University, will take the stage. Date: Saturday, October 25, 13:30-15:30 Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center 2nd floor Free admission (no application required, capacity 50 people) "Why Lake Kussharo is so shallow: The secret of Atosanupuri volcano revealed by the latest research" We are pleased to invite Dr. Mitsuhiro Nakagawa, a researcher and specially appointed professor at Hokkaido University. Date: Saturday, December 6, 13:30-15:30 Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center 2nd floor Free admission (no application required, capacity 50 people) Kawayu Visitor Center Nature Interaction Event Lecture Venue: Kawayu Visitor Center 2nd floor Inquiry: 015-483-4100 / 9:00-16:00 / Water Closed Organizer: Kussharo Caldera Nature Promotion Council https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/kawayuvcfureai2/...

【2025 Autumn Sulfur Mountain Light up & Kawayu Markets】 Held in autumn events at Kawayu Onsen again in 2025. On 10/4 (Sat) ~ 11/29 (Sat), there will be "Atosanupuri (Sulfur Mountain) Light up", and on 10/18 (Sat), "Kawayu market" where Local shops will Stalls many, and "Hot Spring River Night Walk Tour", an evening experience of walking along the Hot Spring River, are planned. Please take this opportunity to visit Kawayu Onsen in autumn. 【Sulfur Mountain Light up】 Gari is a Popular Events event in autumn where you can enjoy the fantastic mountain scenery at night with volcanic plumes rising from the mountainside. ● Period: 10/4 (Sat) ~ 11/29 (Sat) 20 days in total, mainly weekends ● Time: 16:30~19:00 (Held in on the day of the event, the operation of the Sulfur Mountain MOKMOK base has been extended until 6 p.m.) ● Free admission ● Free Pick up and drop off Taxi from 4 Accommodations in Kawayu Onsen Town may be operated on some days! (Capacity 9 people / reservation required by 16 o'clock on the day / limited operation days) * Please check the Events calendar for Light up Implementation days and Pick up and drop off Taxi operating days and operating times. * In consideration of the environment, the Events Implementation and Held in environmental surveys after setting Implementation days and Implementation hours. 【Kawayu Markets】 A collection of Local delicacies! Stalls are lined up in the Hot spring resort, and the lively Drums of Kawayubayashi are also performed. ● Date & Time: 10/18 (Sat) 12:00~19:00 In case of stormy weather, it will be postponed to the next day. ● Location: Kawayu Onsen Street (next to KKR Kawayu) 【Hot Spring River Night Walk Tour】 Hot spring river "Hot Spring River" streams through the hot spring resort. It is a miraculous space where the hot water is Gari up and the warm Hot Spring Water stream. Listen to your guide's commentary as you walk along the Hot Spring River at night and experience the wonders of this river. It's a short and leisurely walking tour, so anyone can participate! ● Date & Time: 10/18 (Sat) 17:00~17:45 ● Meeting: 16:45 inn Kinkiyu Bettei Squid Car parking lot ● Reservation required to 070-8985-2599 by the day before ● Capacity: 15 people ● Participation is free https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/2025_kawayu_autumn/...

🍁 Autumn leaves 🍁 of Teshikaga The Best time to visit the Autumn leaves of Teshikaga is usually from early to late October. It is the most pleasant time of the year, and the weather is relatively stable. Activities are also a great time to visit, so please come and join us! 📸🍁🛶⛰️🤩 https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mountain-climbing-teshikaga-2/...

【The 11th Ezo Spruce Summit 🌲】 For two days from tomorrow (September 6th and 7th), the Aka Ezo spruce Summit will be ✨ Held in in Kawayu Onsen The first day will be held at the Kawayu hometown Museum, and the second day will be held at the Kawayu Visitor Center, and we will talk about the theme of "Forest × Food". CAFE SOFTWOOD on the 2nd floor of the Kawayu Visitor Center also offers Ezo spruce herbal tea (limited quantity, ¥690-)! You can enjoy ☕️✨ a special Ezo spruce herbal tea that you can't usually taste Talking, learning, smelling, tasting... Let's touch the 🌲 ❣️ depth of Ezo spruce

Why don't you walk with us? 【Eastern Hokkaido Trail & Train Monitor Tour】 "Trail & Train" walking along the Senmo Main Line is a long trail project where you can enjoy the path = trail in Nature. Outbound, enjoy the scenery on foot, and relax by train on the return. Adult and children alike can enjoy this new style of travel. You are also welcome to participate for just one day! If you would like to participate in the Traditional Japanese straw raincoat of the day, please select the Course you would like to participate in and indicate in the "Concerns" column what day you would like to attend. ・Organizer・ JR Senmo Main Line Maintenance and Revitalization Executive Committee Secretariat Hokkaido Takarajima Travel Agency Co., Ltd. Travel Sales Department / Amaike, Suzuki (Kaori) Mail at-info@hokkaido-takarajima.com Tel 011-252-2115 【Information on the exchange meeting】 In addition, in conjunction with the monitor tour, we planned an exchange meeting with the people of the town. The Hokkaido Higashi Trail is a 410km walking journey that connects three national parks and towns. It just opened in October 2024, but we are exploring the possibilities with the aim of creating local fans and tourism that makes the town happy. Interested parties in trails, those who want to walk, those who are active in tourism, and those who are warming up to collaboration ideas, let's talk together. ・Inquiries・ Hokkaido Trail Club Mail admin@dototrail.com Tel 080-2128-7689

【Provincial Police Fureai Concert in Teshikaga】 2025 (Reiwa 7), on September 8th, at the Mashu Tourism and Culture Center in the Kushiro area, we will 🙋❣️ Held in the "Provincial Police Fureai Concert in Teshikaga" This is a chance to listen to the performance of the Hokkaido Police Band and Color Guard with Teshikaga High School brass band. Admission is free, so please join 🎼 us after inviting everyone 【Provincial Police Fureai Concert in Teshikaga】 Date: September 8 2025 (Reiwa 7) Time: Opening 13:00 / Start 13:30 Venue: Kushiro Region Mashu Tourism and Culture Center

【Watanabe Experience Ranch】 An experiential ranch facilities with 70 hectares of land and 120 dairy cows waiting for you. Milking, Butter making, ice cream making, tractor and helicopter rides, and of course, delicious ice cream and Genghis Khan with many people. You can 🛍️ also get cute cow goods and Souvenirs This time it's delicious! Enjoyably! Learn! Introducing "Watanabe Experience Ranch". For more information, please see 🐮🧀🥛❣️ also Discipleship Navi https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/watanabe/...

【BB Farm & BB SHEEP COFFEE】 Blueberry tourist farm with kitchen car resident Opened in August 2024, it is a farm where you can enjoy experience-based sightseeing. Blueberries are only available for about one month from August, but we have a lot of content to enjoy harvesting, such as tomatoes and pumpkins. You can also experience baking pizza using vegetables harvested by yourself, which can be enjoyed by both children and adults. 
Light snacks and drinks are served in the Kitchen Car, and depending on the season, products made from farm-grown fruits are also sold. Light snacks such as delicious drinks in the Kitchen Car, Light Snacks such as pizza, and even sweets are available. There is still time to participate in the blueberry and vegetable harvesting experience, so please give it ✨ a try 【BB Farm & BB SHEEP COFFEE】 〒088-3462 3-64-19 Kawayu Ekimae, Teshikaga Town, Kawakami District, Hokkaido Phone: 090-8667-5805 Fee / Blueberry picking ¥2,000 / Adult (junior high school students and above) ¥1,500/elementary school student ¥1000 / infant (4 years old and over) Car parking available Regular holiday and Thursday Access・10 minutes walk from JR Kawayu Onsen Station Open season: June to November Business hours・10:00~16:00 Take-out available For more information, please contact BB Farm or BB SHEEP COFFEE directly. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/bbfarm/...

I have participated ✨ in the Annual event Lake Mashu SKY Roux Even though I'm not very good at riding, I was able 📸⛰️ to take pictures and have a lot of fun Why don't you take a peek at Lake Mashu and Lake Kussharo from the sky? It runs until 8/11, so be quick. 💨 https://masyuko.or.jp/news/skycruise_2025/...

🚶‍♀️🏔️ 〈Hokkaido East Trail〉 The Hokkaido Higashi Trail, a long trail that connects three national parks and towns, opened in October 2024 (2024 (Reiwa 6)), is a long trail with a total length of about 410 km that traverses Eastern Hokkaido from Kushiro City to Rausu Town from north to south. It is a highly recommended trail course for the coming season, so I will briefly introduce it this time. For more information, please see Discipleship Navi. * When doing the trail, please make proper preparations in advance. Correction) On the first sheet, the wording has been partially corrected. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/dototrail/...

📢⚠️ [About the canoe launch location of Lake Kussharo and Kushiro River] Please note that the space next to the Lookout Lake Bridge has been Use as a departure and arrival point for Canoe for many years, but it will not be available from July 2, 2025 (Water). 【About the departure location of the Kushiro River Canoe】 
Those who canoe on the Kushiro River can leave from "Kussharo Water Sports Exchange Park". 
※ Kussharo Water Sports Exchange Park requires payment of Use fee when canoeing arrives and departs. 【Where to launch canoes on Lake Kussharo and Wakoto Peninsula】
 Those who Canoe on the Wakoto Peninsula can depart from a designated place on the Wakoto Peninsula. 
Before departing, please be sure to check the "Wakoto Roux", which stipulates the Use Roux on the Wakoto Peninsula. Wakoto Roux is also posted on signboards at the site, and can also be seen inside Wakoto Field House. 【Canoe tour of Teshikaga】 Those who participate in guided canoe tours on Lake Kussharo and Kushiro River can apply for participation at each business operator Same as above as before. 
In the pleasant season by the water, please come to the Kushiro River. 

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〈Summary of Teshikaga Golf Course and Park Golf Course〉 Nature is spacious, magnificent, and full of beautiful nature. In the town, there are There are many golf and park golf that you can enjoy with such nature. This time, we will introduce Summary golf courses and park golf courses that you can Use in Teshikaga. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/?cats=634%2C646...

〈Teshika's first brewed wine "Tesica Rose" released〉 The first wine "Tesica Rose" brewed at Kussharo Caldera Winery will be released at nine stores in the In the town from July 12. The number is limited, so if you are interested parties, please check it out as soon as possible!

【7/27-9/26】Kushiro-Kawayu Onsen Transportation bus tour operation! Transportation bus tour connecting Kushiro Prince Hotel and Kawayu Onsen Town begins! The period is approximately two months, from Sunday, July 27, 2025 to Friday, September 26, 2025. Kushiro → Kawayu Onsen operates three times a week on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and Kawayu Onsen → Kushiro runs three times a week on Mondays, Water, and Fridays. Transportation bus tour that stops at various sightseeing spots over the course of one day. The route is different for each Course, so please Use both Outbound and Return. * Accommodation and Meals are not included in the tour. https://www.clubgets.com/loginet_express/... https://masyuko.or.jp/news/2025_bustour/...

"Teshikaga" in the middle of summer Spots 🚌🎶 you should definitely visit 📍 Wakoto Peninsula (Lake Kussharo) ___________________________ In this area, you can often see people experiencing canoeing and standup paddleboarding. Cute large dogs are also having fun together, which makes me 🐶🛶✨ feel very happy Of course, you can just take a walk! Be fascinated by the beautiful surface of the water, breathe in the delicious air... There is a beautiful Nature that can fully satisfy the five senses by itself. By all means, please enjoy 🦕💖 the Nature of Teshikaga to the fullest https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/wakoto/...

〈Mokoto Pass〉 Mokoto Pass passes through the north side of Lake Kussharo. It is a "road road" that connects Kawayu Onsen to Higashimokoto Village. It's not a well-known road as a Sightseeing Routes, but the beautiful views from the two Observation decks are Quercus serrata. Please come and visit us. You will be able to encounter wonderful scenery. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mokototoge/...

〈Teshikaga Day-use Hot Spring Summary〉 There are many Hot spring that flow from Minamoto springs Hot spring. There are many slots to choose from, from public baths to hotel hot springs, so you can choose a day-use hot spring that suits your favorite. This time, we will Summary and introduce ♨️ Teshikaga's recommended Day-use Hot Spring https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/?cats=663%2C669...

"Teshikaga" in the middle of summer Spots 🐻☕️ you should definitely visit 📍 Ezo spruce forest trail ___________________________ The walking path behind the Kawayu Visitor Center (ig:@kawayu_vc). Authentic forest where you can easily drop in. It is also possible to ask the facilities staff to guide you for 2 to 30 minutes, especially from now on, ✨ when Gozenta Chibana is changing from white flowers to red fruits. At 2nd Floor Café (IG: @cafesoftwood), you can Meals and Tea, so you can enjoy the Kawayu Visitor Center to the 🍙🌿 fullest https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/eco_museum/...

〈Enjoying discipleship〉 Special products Thereare many special products such as good and delicious food. When you come to Teshikaga on a trip, be sure to check it out. This time, we will introduce Spots where you can get such special products. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/?cats=651%2C662...

〈Teshikaga's Campsite Summary〉 Thereare is a wide and blessed land with various camping areas. Many campers enjoy choosing a place that suits their various needs. This time, we would like to introduce a Summary of campsites in Teshikaga. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/?cats=663%2C668...

Of the four mountain passes where you can see Lake Kussharo, the most famous is "Bihoro Pass". As it is called "the superb view under the heavens", you can see the beautiful Lake Kussharo on a breathtaking scale. The sea of clouds in the early morning and the arrival of the light on New Year's Day are also powerful, and it can be said that it is a great panoramic view of the One of the best in Japan. https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/bihorotoge/...

火山と森と湖の壮大なカルデラをたどる「摩周・屈斜路トレイル（MKT）」 摩周・屈斜路トレイル（MKT）は摩周湖第一展望台から美幌峠をつなぐ全長約62kmの歩く道です。 MKTは3つのセクションに分かれているので、3日間かけてスルーハイクするのも、数回に分けてセクションハイクをするもよし。自分のスタイルで楽しめます。 https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/mkt/...

〈Atosanupuri Trekking Tour〉 Atosanupuri means "naked mountain" in the Ainu language. Approximately 1,500 fumaroles and the beautiful yellow sulfur crystals that spread around the fumaroles are designated as "Specified Nature Tourist Resources" in Teshikaga, and the mountain is designated as a restricted area based on Article 19 of the Ecotourism Promotion Law. If you are looking for a special and valuable trekking tour, please join us. Advance reservations are required, so don't forget! Exclusive mountaineering tour by certified guides / Received the Minister of the Environment Award at the Ecotourism Grand Prix (18th) https://masyuko.or.jp/enjoy/atosanupuri_trekking_tour/...