Kushiroshitsugen National Park
Japan's largest wetlands with unending, sprawling views.
Summer in Hokkaido
Shiretoko Five Lakes and
Kushiro Shitsugen Wetlands
Feel the majestic wilderness - Touring northeast Hokkaido in the summer
This is our recommended itinerary for nature-lovers in the lush greenery of summer. You can enjoy the views from the Kushiro Wetlands observation deck, visit Akanko (Lake Akan) - famous for being the home of Marimo, and explore the mysterious Mashuko (Lake Mashu). Furthermore, bring on Oshinkoshin Waterfall and Shiretoko Five Lakes where you visit the World Natural Heritage site at Shiretoko National Park.
Shiretoko
Kushiro
Lake Akan
See views of the towering Mount Oakandake and meet the Marimo.
Lake Mashu
Japan's clearest lake, cloaked in mist.
Oshinkoshin Waterfall
Also known as the Futami Falls, see this impressive waterfall and enjoy the view from the observation deck at the top.
Shiretoko Five Lakes
Stroll among a dreamlike world of magical World Natural Heritage sites.
Itinerary Map
How to Get There
Domestic Flights
- Tokyo
(Haneda) Kushiro- 3 daily flights
- Tokyo
(Haneda) Memanbetsu- 2 daily flights
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