Kushiro Airport 1 hr 35
Lake Kussharo (11 min)
Completely frozen over each winter, this large lake is formed in the crater of a stratovolcano. Lake Mashu first observatory (33 min)
Lookout point over a picturesque lake with mountain surroundings, an eatery & souvenir shop. Mount Iō (10 min)
1,667-ft. volcanic mountain featuring holes emitting sulphuric smoke, plus a shop/visitors center. Kaminokoike (41 min)
Accessible by a boardwalk trail in a forest, this small pond is known for its clear, blue color. Tsutsujigahara Nature Trail (8 min) Sunayu (6 min)
Beach on Lake Kussharo known for unique hot springs below the sand & migrating swans during winter. Kawayu Eco Museum Center (7 min) Lake Mashū (3 hr 41)
Known for exceptionally clear waters, this freshwater lake fills the crater of an active volcano. Bihoro Pass (33 min)
Twisting & turning mountain pass with a rest stop & observation deck overlooking Lake Kussharo. Higashimokotoshibazakura Park (58 min)
Park and camping Lake Mashu 3rd Observatory (3 hr 58) Kaminoko Pond (41 min) Mt. Mokoto (25 min)
Mountain and mountaineering Roadside Rest Area 'Mashū-Onsen' (27 min)
Forested rest area with restaurant, ice cream parlor & walking trail alongside the river. Wakoto Hot Spring (21 min)
Lake, camping, and nature | 
