We call the sightseeing area in Eastern Hokkaido that includes the Kushiro Wetland, Lake Akan, and Lake Mashu the Kamui of Water Tourism Area.
“Kamui” is the Ainu word for the spiritual beings that dwell in nature and animals, and in particular “the kamui of water” represents the spiritual presence in water, symbolizing the region’s abundant water blessings and its relationship with people.
The Kamui of Water Tourism Area lets you experience a land shaped by a water deity, where wetlands, lakes, volcanoes, and Ainu culture weave together the story of the earth.
At the Kushiro Wetland, Japan’s largest wetland, you can enjoy vast scenery that is home to the specially designated natural monument, the red-crowned crane, and observe seasonal nature along boardwalks and trails.
Lake Akan is known as the only place in the world with large spherical colonies of marimo, and through facilities that teach marimo ecology, Lake Akan Onsen, and Lake Akan Ainu Kotan you can encounter Ainu culture that has been passed down alongside the water.
At Lake Mashu, visitors are greeted by the mysteriously deep blue water called “Mashu Blue” and a caldera lake that boasts some of the world’s highest water clarity.
Nearby at Lake Kussharo and Mt. Io, you can also see the dynamic natural expressions created by volcano and water, such as lakeside hot springs and steam vents.
We warmly present the stories of water, land, and culture that you can only encounter in the Kamui of Water Tourism Area.
“Kamui” is the Ainu word for the spiritual beings that dwell in nature and animals, and in particular “the kamui of water” represents the spiritual presence in water, symbolizing the region’s abundant water blessings and its relationship with people.
The Kamui of Water Tourism Area lets you experience a land shaped by a water deity, where wetlands, lakes, volcanoes, and Ainu culture weave together the story of the earth.
At the Kushiro Wetland, Japan’s largest wetland, you can enjoy vast scenery that is home to the specially designated natural monument, the red-crowned crane, and observe seasonal nature along boardwalks and trails.
Lake Akan is known as the only place in the world with large spherical colonies of marimo, and through facilities that teach marimo ecology, Lake Akan Onsen, and Lake Akan Ainu Kotan you can encounter Ainu culture that has been passed down alongside the water.
At Lake Mashu, visitors are greeted by the mysteriously deep blue water called “Mashu Blue” and a caldera lake that boasts some of the world’s highest water clarity.
Nearby at Lake Kussharo and Mt. Io, you can also see the dynamic natural expressions created by volcano and water, such as lakeside hot springs and steam vents.
We warmly present the stories of water, land, and culture that you can only encounter in the Kamui of Water Tourism Area.
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【National Hometown Fair】
The National Hometown Fair will be held from Saturday, October 31 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square, with the Mashu Lake Tourism Association also participating. We look forward to welcoming everyone! 🙇♂️🧸❣️
2026 National Hometown Fair
Date: October 31 (Saturday) to November 3 (Tuesday, public holiday), 2026
Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square
(1-1 Shinminato, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture 231-0001)
Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, rain or shine
Admission: Free
🚉City Subway
About a 15-minute walk via the Bashamichi from "Sakuragicho Station" and about a 15-minute walk from "Kannai Station"
🚉Minatomirai Line
About a 6-minute walk from "Bashamichi Station" or "Nihon-ōdōri Station"
About a 12-minute walk from "Minatomirai Station". Please note that travel times are approximate and may vary depending on service conditions and transfers.
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*The images used are from the event held in 2025.
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![[Image1][Lecture] Unraveling the Starry Sky of Teshikaga through Science!Autumn has arrived, bringing longer](https://img.cooljapan-videos.com/files/member_posts/image/15f7256f99090a0e622d602405f0cec90159e324.jpg)
[Lecture] Unraveling the Starry Sky of Teshikaga through Science!
Autumn has arrived, bringing longer nights and clearer skies, making it the perfect season to enjoy the beautiful starry sky of Teshikaga Town. The way we see the night sky varies depending on the location and time.
Why can we see such a beautiful starry sky in Teshikaga Town?
In this lecture, we will welcome Mayuki Sano-Aihara, who studies the brightness of the night sky, to explore the charm of Teshikaga's starry sky from a scientific perspective. How do we measure the brightness of the stars, and what can we learn from the data? Through the study of the night sky, we will learn the importance of observing the changes in our surrounding natural environment. By looking at the familiar starry sky through the lens of science, why not rediscover the natural beauty of Teshikaga Town?
Whether you love the stars or have an interest in science, the natural environment, or the profession of research, please feel free to join us.
Implementation Period
Date: November 11 (Wednesday) and 13 (Friday), 7 PM - 9 PM
*The content will be the same on both days.
Venue: Town Community Center, Training Room
Target Audience: Town residents, approximately 20 people on both days (children under junior high school must be accompanied by a guardian)
Participation Fee: Free
What to Bring: Writing utensils
Application Deadline: November 9 (Monday)
Organizer: Teshikaga Eco-Town Promotion Council, Ecotourism Promotion Committee
Tourism and Commerce Division, Tourism Promotion Section
088-3292
2-3-1 Chuo 2-chome, Teshikaga Town, Kawakami District, Hokkaido, Japan
Phone: 015-482-2940 Fax: 015-482-2696
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Mt. Oakan has received its first snowfall!
The summit is completely white❄
The roads are also freezing in shaded areas during the early morning, turning into black ice, so
we recommend equipping your vehicle with winter tires when visiting Lake Akanko.
Additionally, it gets quite cold during the day, so having a light down jacket and gloves handy would be convenient.
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The manhole card of Lake Akan, featured on the variety show "Sand & Kis-My-Ft2's Curious Man" on TV Asahi on October 26th, can be picked up at the counter on the first floor of the Akan Lake Marimukan, where our association is located.♪
This is the only local manhole card in Japan that includes two special natural monuments: the red-crowned crane and the Marimo of Lake Akan.✨
#Akan Onsen #Manhole Card #Special Natural Monument #Sand & Kis-My-Ft2's Curious Man
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【October 22nd - November 11th】Notice of Road Closure in Kawayu Onsen
From October 22nd (Thursday) to November 11th (Wednesday), a section of the town road in Kawayu Onsen will be closed to vehicular traffic (including bicycles).
■Closure Period
From October 22nd (Thursday) to November 11th (Wednesday), 2026
■Closed Areas
A portion of the town road in Kawayu Onsen (please check the map).
The closure will take place at the area being developed as Tachibana Terrace (tentative name) and Machinaka Hiroba, with plans to consider making it a pedestrian-only path in the future for enhanced attractiveness.
Although walking will be allowed, those who usually drive are encouraged to take their time and enjoy the area.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation. For more details, please visit Teshikaga Navi.
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【National Hometown Fair】
The National Hometown Fair will be held from Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square. The Mashu Lake Tourism Association will also participate. We look forward to seeing you all! 🙇♂️🧸❣️
2026 National Hometown Fair
Date: From Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Location: Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Square
(1-1 Shinminato, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, 231-0001)
Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM *The event will be held rain or shine
Admission: Free
🚉City Subway
About a 15-minute walk via the Kishamichi from "Sakuragicho Station" or about a 15-minute walk from "Kannai Station"
🚉Minatomirai Line
About a 6-minute walk from "Bashamichi Station" or "Nihon-ōdōri Station"
About a 12-minute walk from "Minatomirai Station". Please note that the time is an estimate and may vary depending on operating conditions and transfers.
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*The images used are from the event held in 2025.
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Hokkaido Tourism PR Event at AEON MALL Fukuoka
On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the 'Hokkaido Tourism PR Event' will be held at AEON MALL Fukuoka, and the Lake Mashu Tourism Association will also participate. We look forward to welcoming everyone!🙇♂️🧸❣️
Hokkaido Tourism PR Event at AEON MALL Fukuoka
Location: AEON MALL Fukuoka West Court
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Facility Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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![[Image1]The autumn foliage season around Lake Akan has ended as the leaves have begun to fall.However, this](https://img.cooljapan-videos.com/files/member_posts/image/7f8fd0f6966cd4d793b5ebb048755f834fb91c0c.jpg)
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The autumn foliage season around Lake Akan has ended as the leaves have begun to fall.
However, this season's maple and Katsura tree foliage put on a spectacular show of color.🍁🍂
While the scenery around Lake Akan doesn't transform into a single, unified sea of color like in other regions,
the beauty of Lake Akan's autumn leaves lies in the stunning vistas you can only witness because the colors are set against the waterside.♪
We hope to see these same beautiful sights again next season.
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![[Image1]★Selling KUSHIRO Original Polo Shirts★We are selling polo shirts designed with the scenery of Kushir](https://img.cooljapan-videos.com/files/member_posts/image/2573aacf0e78e54bb8362dafb79543ae2b33c0fc.jpg)
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★Selling KUSHIRO Original Polo Shirts★
We are selling polo shirts designed with the scenery of Kushiro City!
These original goods feature illustrations of the red-crowned crane, setting sun, Nusamai Bridge, Akan Volcanic Complex, and Onbetsu's butterbur on the back of Printstar's quick-drying polo shirts (available in eight colors).
If you wish to order, please fill out the necessary information on the order form and submit it via email or fax.
*For more details, please check the link in the profile🔗.
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![[Image1]【Announcement of the Lecture】Wood in Hokkaido and Our LivesSince ancient times, people have lived by](https://img.cooljapan-videos.com/files/member_posts/image/0ea545e04f012f8947451eaf60f7cc456563332d.jpg)
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【Announcement of the Lecture】
Wood in Hokkaido and Our Lives
Since ancient times, people have lived by discerning the right materials for the right places.
Eiaki Nishikawa, who has written numerous books on trees and wood, and is also a researcher of chairs, shares the wisdom of those who have identified the properties of wood and utilized them appropriately. What does Nishikawa say about the wood of Hokkaido and our lives?
Date: November 28, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Admission: Free (No registration required, first 80 attendees)
Venue: 2nd floor of Kawayu Visitor Center
Kawayu Visitor Center (TEL 015-483-4100)
2-2-6 Kawayu Onsen, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido
October: 8 AM - 5 PM, November: 9 AM - 4 PM / Closed on Wednesdays
Organizer: Kussharo Caldera Nature Interaction Promotion Council
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