Untouched Hokkaido

19/03/2024

\\Untouched HOKKAIDO Co-existing with Nature in the 6th Japan International Tourism Video Festival // "Untouched HOKKAIDO Co-existing with nature in Kushiro" won the Grand Prize in the project category at the 6th Japan International Tourism Video Festival held in Lake Akan, Kushiro, Japan, from March 13 to 15, 2024 🎉 The 10-minute video is filled with the charms of Kushiro, Akan, The 10-minute video is filled with the charms of Kushiro, Akan, Mashu, and Kawayu.
We are very happy to have received this award and hope that it will be seen by many people! It is a wonderful video that will help locals rediscover the charms of the area as well. We hope you will enjoy it☺

Please click here to view the award-winning video.
https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/

01/02/2024

In winter, Hokkaido’s abundant nature and vast landscapes transform into a snowy wonderland full of adventure and magic. Whether you want to encounter amazing wildlife, carve up fluffy powder snow or mingle with the locals over delicious cuisine, there’s a tour for you!

Untouched Hokkaido - 水のカムイ観光圏WINTER,2023[Japanese website] https://untouchedhokkaido.jp[English website] https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/Facebook: https://ww...

25/01/2024

There’s a wintry world of wonder waiting to be discovered along the headwaters of the Kushiro River. Taking a leisurely trip in a canoe is a great way to explore some breathtaking natural phenomena caused by the severe cold, including frosty white trees covered in hard rime, an other-worldly frozen fog hanging in the air and diamond dust sparkling in the sunlight.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/kussharo-mashu/

18/01/2024

Looking for a ski resort that has something for everyone? Look no further than Akankohan National Ski Area "UTARA". Take in beautiful views of Mount Oakan and Lake Akan as you whizz down the resort’s two trails (one beginner and intermediate level, one advanced level), try out the jumps in the Board Park or enjoy tobogganing and playing in the snow with the whole family at the Kids Park. The snow quality is amazing too!

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e9%98%bf%e5%af%92/

11/01/2024

Kushiro is as vibrant at night as it is in the day! There are all kinds of amazing sights on the wintry streets—check out the Cool Kushiro statue, animal silhouettes lighting up the sidewalk and the picturesque Nusamai Bridge! When you’re done, warm up with a style of cooking invented right here. Robata-yaki features mouthwatering seafood grilled to perfection on an irori hearth.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e5%9b%b2%e7%82%89%e8%a3%8f-%e3%81%84%e3%82%8d%e3%82%8a%e7%ab%af%e3%81%a7%e3%80%81%e9%87%a7%e8%b7%af%e3%81%a7%e7%8d%b2%e3%82%8c%e3%81%9f%e9%ad%9a%e4%bb%8b%e3%82%92%e7%82%ad%e7%81%ab%e3%81%a7/

05/01/2024

Ever tried snowshoeing? How about taking a snowshoe hike around the ridgeline of a caldera lake with spectacular deep blue waters? As you explore the breathtaking Lake Mashu, you may also see trees covered in frosty white hard rime and frazil ice that has formed on the lake’s surface.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75nfvSuRZqM&list=PLWCQK4g6OmKQJAlCCrU23L-WQ1OiQe2ND&index=4

28/12/2023

Check out these bright, colorful fireworks lighting up the crystal-clear night sky above a frozen Lake Akan. This spectacular show is held every night (weather permitting), adding a splash of color to the snowy landscape where temperatures drop below freezing—don’t forget to bundle up!

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e3%83%9e%e3%82%a4%e3%83%8a%e3%82%b920%e2%84%83%e3%81%ae%e6%b0%b7%e7%82%b9%e4%b8%8b%e3%81%ae%e5%a4%9c%e3%80%81%e9%98%bf%e5%af%92%e6%b9%96%e3%81%ae%e6%b0%b7%e4%b8%8a%e3%81%a7%e6%89%93%e3%81%a1%e4%b8%8a/

21/12/2023

The silvery-white snowfields of the Kushiro Wetlands offer the perfect backdrop for the many animals you’ll find thriving here. Watch red-crowned cranes perform their mesmerizing dance, and go snowshoeing to encounter fauna like deer and Steller's sea eagles.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e9%87%a7%e8%b7%af/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wvx1aah0Jg&list=PLWCQK4g6OmKQJAlCCrU23L-WQ1OiQe2ND&index=3

14/12/2023

Kawayu Onsen is home to a thermal river with acidic waters. This former sulfur mining town now attracts many travelers who come to relax in the hot springs. There are many ways to enjoy the thermal waters, like joining the Kawayu Onsen A La Carte walking course – you can even take a stroll along a natural footbath!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cyh49vkMw10&list=PLWCQK4g6OmKQJAlCCrU23L-WQ1OiQe2ND&index=5

07/12/2023

Have you ever played on a frozen lake? There’s so much to do on the frosty surface of Lake Akan! Try your hand at ice fishing for Japanese smelt, step into a pair of ice skates and glide elegantly across the lake or enjoy the thrill of riding a snowmobile, quad bike or banana boat.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e9%98%bf%e5%af%92/

30/11/2023

You won’t want to miss the breathtaking wintry scenes that only appear when the temperatures drop to around -22℃. A canoe tour of the Kushiro Sh*tsugen National Park puts you in the perfect vantage point to see frozen fog, frosty white trees covered in hard rime, and frost flowers.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e3%83%9e%e3%82%a4%e3%83%8a%e3%82%b9%ef%bc%92%ef%bc%90%e5%ba%a6%e4%bb%a5%e4%b8%8b%e3%81%ae%e6%97%a9%e6%9c%9d%e3%81%ab%e3%81%a0%e3%81%91%e7%8f%be%e3%82%8c%e3%82%8b%e5%b9%bb%e6%83%b3%e7%9a%84%e3%81%aa/

09/02/2023

There are several natural open-air baths along the shores of Lake Kussharo. For swans migrating from Siberia during the winter, the surrounding open-air baths are a precious watering hole. When you take a bath, you will feel as if you are bathing with the swans.



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e5%b1%88%e6%96%9c%e8%b7%af%e6%b9%96%e3%81%a8%e4%b8%80%e4%bd%93%e6%84%9f%e3%80%81%e4%b8%8d%e6%80%9d%e8%ad%b0%e3%81%aa%e6%84%9f%e8%a6%9a%e3%81%ae%e5%a4%a9%e7%84%b6%e6%b8%a9%e6%b3%89%e9%9c%b2%e5%a4%a9/

02/02/2023

Be transported to a gorgeous sunset paradise via an evening cruise from Kushiro Port. Let Kushiro's Sunset Cruise Tour take you to the most picturesque spots to enjoy a blaze of vibrant color that sparkles off of gentle waves. With gulls gliding in the air and the most beautiful sunset on the horizon, anyone can take the most striking photos from this cruise.



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e4%b8%96%e7%95%8c%e4%b8%89%e5%a4%a7%e5%a4%95%e9%99%bd%e3%80%81%e9%87%a7%e8%b7%af%e3%81%ae%e5%a4%95%e9%99%bd%e3%82%92%e6%b5%b7%e4%b8%8a%e3%81%8b%e3%82%89/

26/01/2023

The Akan River is a pristine and stunning piece of nature. Its surroundings are perfect for a winter hike in snowshoes with a very knowledgeable guide to share the areas best kept secrets! Make your way to a hidden hot spring that will share its warmth with you in the middle of a snowy river!



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e6%a3%ae%e3%81%ae%e4%b8%ad%e3%81%ab%e6%b5%81%e3%82%8c%e3%82%8b%e6%b8%85%e6%b5%81%e3%80%81%e8%84%87%e3%81%8b%e3%82%89%e5%99%b4%e5%87%ba%e3%81%99%e3%82%8b%e5%a4%a9%e7%84%b6%e6%b8%a9%e6%b3%89/

19/01/2023

Hokkaido is rich in nature and wonder. You can explore hidden gems that even locals may not know about! With the help of expert guides, you'll experience all of the beauty of Hokkaido's nature, delicious local food, and fascinating culture. Start planning your incredible adventure now!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qj7vAn0Lzg8

Untouched HokkaidoEastern Hokkaido has a history and geography all of its own. Despite its location in Japan, it is actually on the North American tectonic p...

12/01/2023

In winter, the vast Lake Kussharo freezes over due to the severe cold. What appears on the frozen lake is the "Omiwatari Phenomenon," which is said to be a trace of the passage of the gods. The difference in temperature between the morning and evening brings about this natural beauty that can only be seen at this time of year.



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e3%82%b3%e3%83%90%e3%83%ab%e3%83%88%e3%83%96%e3%83%ab%e3%83%bc%e3%81%ab%e8%bc%9d%e3%81%8f%e6%b9%96%e3%80%81%e5%8e%b3%e5%86%ac%e6%9c%9f%e3%81%ae%e7%a5%9e%e7%a7%98%e3%81%ae%e5%a7%bf/

05/01/2023

The red-crowned crane is one of the most elegant and majestic creatures that you can see in its natural habitat of the Akan River area. They are famous for having one of the most beautiful courtship dances in the world. You can witness their beauty firsthand contrasted with the surroundings of bright white snow.



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e3%80%8c%e3%82%b5%e3%83%ad%e3%83%ab%e3%83%b3%e3%82%ab%e3%83%a0%e3%82%a4%ef%bc%88%e6%b9%bf%e5%8e%9f%e3%81%ae%e7%a5%9e%ef%bc%89%e3%80%8d%e3%80%81%e3%82%bf%e3%83%b3%e3%83%81%e3%83%a7%e3%82%a6%e6%88%90/

29/12/2022

Have you ever heard of ”Robata-Yaki”？ It's an authentic Japanese style grill that gets topped with the freshest and most delicious seafood Kushiro has to offer! Don't worry, amazing staff will grill your food to perfection before your very eyes. You can eat and drink to your heart's content!



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e5%9b%b2%e7%82%89%e8%a3%8f-%e3%81%84%e3%82%8d%e3%82%8a%e7%ab%af%e3%81%a7%e3%80%81%e9%87%a7%e8%b7%af%e3%81%a7%e7%8d%b2%e3%82%8c%e3%81%9f%e9%ad%9a%e4%bb%8b%e3%82%92%e7%82%ad%e7%81%ab%e3%81%a7/

22/12/2022

Lake Mashu is known for its beautiful starry night sky, and the new "Lake Mashu Kamuy Terrace," which just opened in 2022, has a special deck for everyone to enjoy the exceptional view.


https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e8%81%96%e3%81%aa%e3%82%8b%e6%91%a9%e5%91%a8%e3%83%96%e3%83%ab%e3%83%bc%e3%82%92%e6%90%ba%e3%81%88%e3%82%8b%e3%80%81%e5%9c%b0%e4%b8%8a%e3%81%ab%e6%ae%8b%e3%81%95%e3%82%8c%e3%81%9f%e6%9c%80%e5%be%8c/

15/12/2022

Kushiro's Lake Akan area is one of the homes of Hokkaido's native people, the Ainu. The Ainu people hold the utmost respect for nature and the spirits that live within the tools and materials they use to create things such as beautiful wood carvings. Wood carving is a skill that is passed down to this day from craftsman to craftsman.

https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/history/

08/12/2022

Canoeing isn't just a summer activity, it's an absolute must-try at Kushiro Marsh! While enjoying the snowy scenery, you can leisurely paddle through rivers with a veteran guide. With mountains, trees, and snow crystals surrounding you, you can experience Kushiro's natural winter beauty to the fullest.



https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e6%97%a5%e6%9c%ac%e6%9c%80%e5%a4%a7%e3%81%ae%e6%b9%bf%e5%8e%9f%e3%80%8c%e9%87%a7%e8%b7%af%e6%b9%bf%e5%8e%9f%e5%9b%bd%e7%ab%8b%e5%85%ac%e5%9c%92%e3%80%8d/

22/02/2022

Get a glimpse of the lifestyle during the Jomon period as you journey through the historical remains at Hokuto with your guide.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBMirwpjpp0

15/02/2022

Make your own seafood rice bowl (Katte-don) at Kushiro's Washo Ichiba. Fill the bowl up with the freshest catch of Kushiro Port.
https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/local/

12/02/2022

Live winter broadcast from eastern Hokkaido,Japan!
Traditionally, the indigenous Ainu people believe that deities (kamuy) exist in all things. The untouched beauty of Lake Akan and Lake Kussharo in Eastern Hokkaido certainly evoke a sense of spirituality. The broadcast also features unique local delicacies in Kushiro City’s Washo Ichiba market!

【Live Schedule】
Los Angeles (U.S.A.) / 11 Feb 18:00
Toronto (Canada) / 11 Feb 21:00
Kuala Lumpur(Malaysia) / 12 Feb 10:00
Sydney (Australia)12 Feb / 13:00
Japan / 12 Feb 11:00

08/02/2022

Feel the wind on your skin as you zoom through the fascinating mountains of Akan National Park on a mountain e-Bike.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPrc_CVv0Ps

27/01/2022

Be amazed by the natural wonders of the famous Kushiro Sh*tsugen Wetland Park. Canoe your way through the wetlands and discover the local ecosystem in just inches away!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3S6yQDuajZ0

20/01/2022

Join in this mystical journey into the Forest of Lake Akan as you learn more of the Ainu culture.
https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/history/

13/01/2022

Do you know you can hike around an active volcano? Go up close to a steaming sulfur vent at Mt. Io and feel the pulse of the rumbling earth.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXHBFt--G2g

06/01/2022

Catch the sunrise at Lake Mashu, the world's clearest calder lake. Be rejuvenated by the pristine nature as you immerse yourself in the rays of the sun above a sea of clouds.
https://untouchedhokkaido.jp/en/explore/%e5%bc%9f%e5%ad%90%e5%b1%88%e7%94%ba%ef%bc%8f%e6%91%a9%e5%91%a8%e6%b9%96%e6%97%a9%e6%9c%9d%e9%9b%b2%e6%b5%b7/

28/12/2021

Be immersed in the lush greenery as you cruise through the secret water route of Teshikaga on a canoe.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v58-jP2pigo