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13 Recommended Destinations in Niseko
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The Niseko area is popular with skiers for its world-famous powder snow, but it is also a popular tourist destination in Hokkaido for its rich nature and beautiful scenery. This time, we will introduce 13 recommended sightseeing spots in the Niseko area.
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Niseko is one of the best resort areas in Asia. The Niseko area attracts people from all over the world in search of powder snow that covers the mountains and land in white. In recent years, it has been attracting more and more attention not only in winter but also as a place to stay in summer. Hokkaido is located north of Honshu across the Tsugaru Strait. It takes about 2 hours by car from Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido, to the Niseko area. This area, which includes the Niseko area, is sometimes called the "foot of Mt. Yotei" and is particularly famous for agricultural products grown in rich soil. A cool climate that is easy to spend in the pure air of summer. A dazzlingly beautiful pure white snow that covers the earth in winter. The number of immigrants is increasing year by year in order to enjoy a rich life in beautiful nature.
1. Mount Yotei
Mt. Yotei is a symbol of the Niseko area and is counted as one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan as a famous mountain representing Hokkaido. A stratovolcano with an altitude of 1898m (a volcano that has erupted multiple times and has a conical shape due to its deposits). Among the several stratovolcanoes in Japan, including Mt. Fuji, it has long been known as "Ezo Fuji" because its shape resembles Mt. Fuji.
2. Niseko Annupuri
Niseko Annupuri is a mountain with four ski resorts: Niseko Hanazono Resort, Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village Ski Resort, and Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort. Skiers and snowboarders from all over the world gather at the ski area "Niseko United" at the foot of Mt. Annupuri. During the summer, you can climb to the summit from the Goshiki Onsen Trailhead or from the Grand Hirafu and Annupuri Summer Gondolas. If you go to the top, you can see the scenery at the foot of Annupuri. Sunrise hikes are also recommended in summer.
Hotels near Annupuri Trail Head
3. Shiribetsu River
The Shiribetsu River is one of the rivers with the cleanest water in Japan. The river that flows through Kutchan and Niseko reaches the Sea of Japan at Rankoshi. Rafting and other activities are popular during spring and summer.
4. Lake Hangetsu
Lake Hangetsu is a crescent-shaped volcanic lake at the foot of Mt. Yotei. This lake was created when water accumulated in the crater of Mt. Yotei volcanic activity about 10,000 years ago. The name Hangetsuko comes from the fact that the lake is shaped like a crescent moon. It takes about 10 to 15 minutes on foot from the free parking lot of Lake Hangetsu Natural Park to the lakeside.
5. Kagami-numa
Kagami-numa is a small swamp in the high moor located halfway up the northeastern slope of Niseko Annupuri. On calm days with no wind, you can literally enjoy the view of Kagami-numa, where the trees are reflected on the surface of the lake. There are two main routes to Kagami-numa. One is the [HANAZONO GOLF route], which enters near the Hanazono golf course in 1 Aza Hanazono, Kutchan-cho. The other is to enter from along Route 58 (Kutchan-cho Aza Hanazono to Goshiki Onsen) [Route 58]
6. Niseko Oyunuma
A hot spring gushing swamp along the Niseko Panorama Line (Route 66). The circumference of the marsh is 200m, and about 1,000L of water flows out of the pond every minute. You can see hot springs gushing out from the swamp.
7. Shiribetsu River Run Run Park
Shiribetsu River Run Run Park is located along the Shiribetsu River, one of the clearest streams in Japan, and is a fun park for playing in the water. There is playground equipment for children and a park golf course in the cherry blossom viewing spot "Lang Lang Park". A spot where the whole family can enjoy while feeling the river breeze. In summer, you can also enjoy fishing for sweetfish, yamabe, and rainbow trout.
8. Shinsen Marsh
Shinsen-numa is a mysterious walking spot hidden in the highlands of the Niseko mountain range at an altitude of about 750m. If you walk along the boardwalk for about 15 minutes from the parking lot, the view opens up and a beautiful wetland area appears.
9. Mishima's Shibazakura Garden
Mr. Mishima's moss phlox garden is one of the famous spots in the Niseko area in early summer. From late May to early June, the garden is filled with deep pink and white moss phlox. Mr. Mishima kindly opens Chirano Garden to the public. There is no parking space as it is a privately owned property. Please use the surrounding parking lots such as Asahigaoka Park parking lot and Kutosan Park parking lot (large bus parking available) and access on foot.
10.Niseko Town Goshiki Onsen Information Center
This center is an information (hospitality) facility that can be used by anyone who visits the Niseko mountain range, such as mountain climbing, trekking, and camping. Goshiki Onsen and Niseko Campground are also near the information center. The trailheads of Iwaonupuri and Annupuri are near the information center.
Hotels near Niseko Town Goshiki Onsen Information Center
11. Niseko famous water nectar water
The reason why this natural spring water is called "Kanro-sui" is that in August 1954, Emperor Showa and Empress Michiko are known to have visited Hokkaido, which was still undergoing reconstruction and development after the Pacific War. The emperor was very pleased with the cold spring water and said, "It is nectar." Henceforth, this spring was named "Kanro-sui" to commemorate the visit of His Majesty the Emperor and Empress. This water fetching place is right in front of you across the road opposite the Niseko Grand Hotel, and you can see many people fetching water on weekends.
12. Niseko View Plaza
"Niseko View Plaza" is lined with specialty product sales and tourist information "Information Plaza Building", agricultural products direct sales and takeout shops. Especially in summer it is crowded with tourists. We also offer fresh, pesticide-free vegetables picked that morning, as well as rare vegetables that you have never seen before, at reasonable prices.
13. Niseko Panorama Line
Let's drive the Niseko Panorama Line! The so-called "Niseko Panorama Line", which runs from Niseko-cho Station to Iwanai-cho, is very popular because you can enjoy the seasonal scenery of the mountains surrounding Niseko while driving.
You can enjoy a drive on a winding road that unfolds one after another with spectacular views unique to the vast land of the north.
Niseko is one of the best resort areas in Asia. The Niseko area attracts people from all over the world in search of powder snow that covers the mountains and land in white. In recent years, it has been attracting more and more attention not only in winter but also as a place to stay in summer. Hokkaido is located north of Honshu across the Tsugaru Strait. It takes about 2 hours by car from Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido, to the Niseko area. This area, which includes the Niseko area, is sometimes called the "foot of Mt. Yotei" and is particularly famous for agricultural products grown in rich soil. A cool climate that is easy to spend in the pure air of summer. A dazzlingly beautiful pure white snow that covers the earth in winter. The number of immigrants is increasing year by year in order to enjoy a rich life in beautiful nature.
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