It is the tourist association "Lake Mashu Tourism Association" in Teshikaga Town, Hokkaido, where Lake Mashu and Lake Kussharo, which are popular tourist spots in Hokkaido, are located.
The surface of Lake Mashu boasts the world's most transparent surface, and the magnificent nature of Lake Kussharo, which is also the largest caldera lake in the Japan (a lake with water accumulated in the crater of a volcano)!
We will send out the charm of Teshikaga Town that we would like many people to know, so thank you!
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
【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
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▼ 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)
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
[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/...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
【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/...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
【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/...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
【Notice of closure of Mt. Pompong Mountain Trail】
This is a notice about the closure of the Mt. Pompong Mountain Trail.
During the following period, the Mt. Pompong Mountain Trail will be closed due to forest maintenance by the Kawayu Forest Office of the Hokkaido Forest Management Bureau of the Forestry Agency. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and Best regards for your understanding and cooperation.
Road closure period: 2025 (Reiwa 7) September 24 (Water) ~ 2026 (Reiwa 8) February 27 (Friday)
Contact: Kawayu Forest Office, Hokkaido Forest Management Bureau, Forestry Agency, Nekuma West Forest Management Bureau (015-482-2469)
https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/ponponmtclose/...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
🍁 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/...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
【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
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
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
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
Kusami Line "Cycle Train Use Ticket" is now on sale!
Sales of Kusami Line Cycle Train Use Tickets have started. Transportation is easy because bicycles can be loaded onto the train as it is. Cycling can easily start as it is from the station where you got off. Let's enjoy the Nature and Sightseeing spots of Eastern Hokkaido!
■ Date of operation
Saturday, September 27, 2025 and Sunday, September 28, 2025
■ Sections and Stations
Kushiro Station ~ Abashiri Station (On the way: you can get on and off at Shibecha, Mashu, Shiretoko Shari)
■ Subject Train
[Up] Shiretoko Mashu (Kushiro 8:52 → Abashiri 11:59)
[Outbound] Local Train (Abashiri 15:21 → Kushiro 18:43)
■ Use
- One-way Use ticket (1 bicycle / Boarding ticket purchased separately)
- Up to 5 cars per train (advance reservation required)
- Deposit of 1,000 yen at the time of reservation (refund on the day, no refund for no-show cancellation)
- Use the dedicated space of the rear Car and have an usher ride with you
■ Carry-on bicycles
Road bike, foldable (handlebar width 40~60cm)
* MTB, city cycle, tandem, etc. are not allowed.
■ Demonstration project
Demonstration operation by the JR Senmo Main Line Maintenance and Revitalization Executive Committee
After Use, please cooperate with the questionnaire in the Car.
https://akanbus.tourbooking-japan.com/akanbus/v1/index.html?ota=a39266f7-656c-1f9e-f634-df55e485045f#product-list...
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Lake Mashu Tourism Association posted.
てかがEnjoy [Fishing in Teshikaga] 🎣
Maybe it's the season? "Phishing" is one of the activities. Teshikaga has magnificent nature, so of course you can enjoy fishing in various areas. It is also recommended to enjoy fishing guided tours while accompanying professionals.
This time, we have Summary the professionals who run such Activities Tours. Use beginners as well as experienced people.
https://www.masyuko.or.jp...
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