Lake Toya in Autumn, 29 October 2021
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Lake Toya in Autumn, 29 October 2021

The view of Lake Toya from the observation deck and the scenery from Nagisa Park, where you can see the sunset over the lake and its shore. Hachiman Shrine is located across from this park.

Sunrise by Lake Shikaribetsu in Winter, 21 November 2021
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Sunrise by Lake Shikaribetsu in Winter, 21 November 2021

Winter mornings at Lake Shikaribetsu, which sits at an elevation of 810 meters, are late. Around this time of year, the sunrise occurs after 7:30 AM,

The Submerged Railway Tracks of Lake Shikaribetsu in Winter, 21 November 2021
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The Submerged Railway Tracks of Lake Shikaribetsu in Winter, 21 November 2021

The sightseeing boats of Lake Shikaribetsu are hauled ashore near the entrance of the trailhead during the winter. The lake is currently frozen, so th

Lake Toya in the Deepening Autumn, 7th November 2022
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Lake Toya in the Deepening Autumn, 7th November 2022

In early November, we were able to see the last of the autumn leaves at Lake Toya. Under the blue sky, the calm water stretched out before us. Nakajim

Kayaking on the Calm Waters of Lake Toya, 19 June 2022
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Kayaking on the Calm Waters of Lake Toya, 19 June 2022

Taking a kayak out onto the incredibly calm surface of Lake Toya is an amazing experience. Although the sky started to be covered with ominous clouds,

Adorable Swans of Lake Kussharo in Spring, 24 March 2024
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Adorable Swans of Lake Kussharo in Spring, 24 March 2024

The swans of Lake Kussharo, just after the start of spring. Soon, the young swans will grow up and leave the lake.

Lake Akan in Winter, 24 March 2024
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Lake Akan in Winter, 24 March 2024

There are many enjoyable activities at Lake Akan in winter. Here, Akan is one of the coldest regions in Hokkaido.If you come to Akan in winter, you’ll

Lake Onneto in winter, 23 March 2024
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Lake Onneto in winter, 23 March 2024

Lake Onneto is located at the westernmost end of Akan-Mashu National Park, at the foot of Mount Meakan. It is a beautiful lake with a circumference of