Higashikawa-cho, Hokkaido is located in the central part of Hokkaido, and is conveniently located about 10 minutes by car from Asahikawa Airport to the town center.
There are many popular sightseeing spots in Higashikawa, Hokkaido, such as sightseeing spots such as Daisetsuzan National Park and Asahidake, the largest natural park in Japan's national parks, and hot springs to heal the fatigue of travel.
In addition, the number of migrants and foreigners living in Japan is increasing, and the population is increasing.
We will send out attractive information about Higashikawa Town, Hokkaido, so thank you!
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【Event Information】
❄️Enjoy winter in Higashikawa-cho! The “Higashikawa Ice Festival” is here❄️
🗓Date and Time: Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January 18
📍Venue: Hagoromo Park and surrounding areas
✨A showcase of ice and snow artistry returns this year!
・Features the 12th Hokkaido Ice Carving Higashikawa Competition entries and ice and snow sculptures by general participants
・Rainbow slope and tube sliding — plenty of snowy play for all ages!
・A fireworks display lighting up the night sky🎆
・Enjoy local gourmet food and hands-on experiences like ice glass and igloo making
・A rally game tournament (fee required) will also be held
❄️Packed with winter-only fun experiences!
Bring your family and friends and come join us✨
📄For details, please see the flyer.
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📢 Notice of Resumed Operations
Asahidake Ropeway will resume service from Thursday, December 11✨
Groomed courses are available in the MtAsahi winter area⛷
Skiing and sliding equipment may be brought into the gondolas and station buildings.
🕘 Hours: 9:00–15:40 (last ascent 15:20)
💴 Fare: Adults ¥2,800 / Children ¥1,750 (round trip)
For the latest information, check the Asahidake Ropeway official website
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🎄✨ Higashikawa Christmas Market 2025 ✨🎄
Held Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7, 2025!
This weekend, Higashikawa will be decked out in Christmas cheer 🎅
About 100 vendors will gather across three venues—Sentopia I and II, Kyosei Plaza Sorairo, and Higashikawa Town Cultural Gallery—offering pastries and bread, Christmas goods and gifts, a furniture & interior exhibition, workshops, and more!
A free, Christmas-themed shuttle bus will operate between the three venues 🎁
*At certain times, regular vehicles may be used.*
📅 Schedule
Dec 6 (Sat) 9:00–17:00
Dec 7 (Sun) 9:00–16:00
📍 Venues
• Sentopia I and II
• Kyosei Plaza Sorairo
• Higashikawa Town Cultural Gallery
Two days to enjoy winter in Higashikawa ❄️
We look forward to welcoming you!
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[Notice]
The promenade leading to Hagoromo Falls will be closed for the winter season, with access restricted from 0:00 on Sunday, October 27, 2025.
📍 Closed section: Hagoromo Bridge to Hagoromo Falls
📅 Closure start date: 0:00 on Sunday, October 27, 2025
Please note that the temporary restroom in the parking area will be decommissioned on October 31, 2025.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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🎶【Event Announcement】
Kyogo Kawaguchi Cafe Tour — Higashikawa Performance!
Singer-songwriter Kyogo Kawaguchi’s nationwide tour, held under the concept of “relaxing in a cafe while enjoying music,” returns to Higashikawa-cho for the first time in three years since 2022.
Tickets for this live show are now also on sale at Roadside Station Higashikawa “Michikusakan.”
Experience Kawaguchi’s live voice in the intimate, cafe-style setting unique to the cafe tour.
📅 Thursday, November 6
📍 Higashikawa Community Exchange Center (Nishi 4-go Kita 8, Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido)
🕖 Doors open 18:30 / Start 19:00
🎫 ¥3,500 (drinks not included)
Ticket sales period: Until November 5 (ends when capacity is reached)
If you wish to purchase, please speak to the shop staff at Michikusakan during business hours (9:00–17:00).
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🚧 Notice: Partial Closure of the Asahidake Nature Trail
Strong winds on the night of September 20 knocked down trees along sections of the Asahidake Nature Trail.
For safety reasons, some sections are currently closed to passage.
If you plan to visit, we recommend checking the exact closed sections in advance.
🔍 Please refer to the map below for the detailed affected areas.
The latest conditions are being updated regularly on the Asahidake Visitor Center official website. For a safe and secure walk, please be sure to check it.
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[🗻This winter, head to Higashikawa-cho! JAL Furusato Support Discount starts✈️]
Higashikawa-cho in Hokkaido lies about a 10-minute drive from Asahikawa Airport🚗✨
Nestled against Daisetsuzan National Park and Mt. Asahidake, it is a town overflowing with natural beauty.
💧This unusual town has no central waterworks and uses snowmelt water directly in daily life.
🍚The Higashikawa rice grown with this mineral-rich water is a popular branded rice across Japan!
❄️In winter you can enjoy sublime dry powder—the perfect ski paradise🎿
Cafe hopping is also recommended☕️✨
▼Right now, visit Higashikawa-cho at a great price with the JAL Furusato Support Discount!
👜A subsidy of 7,000 yen per night of accommodation (up to 3 nights)
🎁Plus, the first 100 guests will receive 150 g (one go) of Higashikawa rice!
*This subsidy applies only to reservations made through the JAL Furusato Support Discount eligible page.
・ Travel period: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – Saturday, January 31, 2026
・ Booking period: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – Friday, January 30, 2026
🔽Check the QR code for details!
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Autumn "Kurashi Tanoshiku Festival" is here! 🍁
Fresh farm and seafood for sale 🍅🐟
Handmade crafts 🧶 Flea market 🛍
Enjoy gourmet food from food trucks 🍔✨
Plenty of hands-on activity booths!
Come and make end-of-summer memories with us 😊
📣 Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Kitoushi no Mori (Nishi 5-go Kita 44, Higashikawa-cho)
🚗 Parking available
📞 Inquiries: 0166-82-2632 (Higashikawa Promotion Public Corporation)
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The long-closed “phantom roadway” Chobochinai Route will reopen for a limited time again this year.
The Chobochinai Route, long closed to traffic, will open a little earlier than usual this year!
📅 Friday, August 22, 2025, from 11:00 AM
■ What the phantom roadway is
This road is an extremely limited route that is usually passable for only about one month, from mid-September to mid-October.
It is called the “phantom roadway” because it can be used only when the water level falls to its lowest.
Early October in particular coincides with peak autumn foliage, drawing many visitors from both inside and outside the route.
📌 Open section
Dodo Route 1116 (Chobochinai Gate to Higashikawa-kita 7-sen Gate)
📅 Opening date and time
From 11:00 AM on Friday, August 22, 2025
※ The schedule may change or be canceled due to weather or road conditions.
※ The start of the winter closure period is undecided at this time.
🚧 Cautions
There are no maintained sidewalks, and some sections are narrow.
Please take extra care with vehicle passing, sharp curves, and road surface conditions.
Enjoy the nature of Higashikawa while driving safely.
PS. The photos were taken in past years.
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In the nature trail of Asahidake Onsen town, traces of a brown bear (💩) were found.
These signs can be seen in this area every year, but this is the first confirmation this summer.
Many people enjoy walking this trail, but it sees fewer visitors than Sugatami Elua and, in particular, the spot where signs were found is some distance from the road.
📣 When walking the trail, please note the following:
・Avoid going alone.
・Carry a bear bell and bear spray.
・Refrain from traveling during dim hours such as early morning or dusk.
If you find any traces, please report them to the Asahidake Visitor Center.
- Asahidake Visitor Center -
TEL: 0166-97-2153 (9:00–17:00)
We appreciate your cooperation to ensure a safe walk.
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