How to walk in Noboribetsu Onsen Jigokudani
2024.06.23
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How to walk in Noboribetsu Onsen Jigokudani

Noboribetsu Onsen is one of Japan's most renowned hot spring destinations, not just in Hokkaido. Particularly notable is Jigokudani (Hell Valley), a u

How to walk and enjoy around Lake Toya
2024.06.03
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How to walk and enjoy around Lake Toya

Lake Toya is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Hokkaido. Known nationwide for its hot spring resorts, it rivals Jozankei in Sapporo as on

The Giant Club at Geyser Sengen Park in Noboribetsu Onsen
2015.05.04
Onsen

The Giant Club at Geyser Sengen Park in Noboribetsu Onsen

As you walk through the hot spring town of Noboribetsu, you'll quickly notice places where steam rises. The large spiked club sculptures around the

Noboribetsu Kalulusu Onsen
2015.05.04
Onsen

Noboribetsu Kalulusu Onsen

Noboribetsu Karurusu Onsen is recognized as one of the Best 100 Hot Springs in Japan and is also designated as a National Hot Spring Health Resort.

Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe
2015.05.04
Theme park

Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe

This is a theme park that showcases marine life in various forms. It features an aquarium, a dolphin pool, a seal pool, a reptile and amphibian facili

Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura
2015.05.04
Theme park

Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura

This theme park is inspired by various aspects of life and events from the Edo period. The park features an exciting array of attractions, including b

Yuzawa Jinjya Shrine in Noboribetsu
2015.05.01
Temples/shrines

Yuzawa Jinjya Shrine in Noboribetsu

Yuzawa Jinja Shrine is situated near Daiichi Takimoto Onsen Hotel, just before the entrance to Jigokudani. According to legend, the shrine was esta

Lake Kuttarako(倶多楽湖)
2015.04.07
Wild Nature

Lake Kuttarako(倶多楽湖)

Lake Kuttarako lacks public transportation options, necessitating a taxi or car rental for access due to limited tourism development. It is a circu

Noboribetsu Virgin Forest(登別原生林)
2015.04.06
Wild Nature

Noboribetsu Virgin Forest(登別原生林)

The area surrounding Jigokudani was designated as a national natural treasure in 1924. It offers walking trails where visitors can encounter untouched

Taisho Jigoku(大正地獄)
2015.04.06
Wild Nature

Taisho Jigoku(大正地獄)

Taisho Jigoku pond is situated southwest of Oyunuma pond, approximately halfway along the route. It's a small, 10-meter-round pond where hot spring

Okunoyu(奥の湯)at Jigokudani, Noboribetsu
2015.04.06
Wild Nature

Okunoyu(奥の湯)at Jigokudani, Noboribetsu

Okunoyu is situated to the east of Ohyunuma Pond. It is a small pond known for its sulfur spring, which creates numerous crater-like holes on the surf

Tessen-ike Pond(鉄泉池)
2015.04.06
Wild Nature

Tessen-ike Pond(鉄泉池)

Tessen-ike is located in the center of Jigokudani, a small geyser. The walking road to the Tessen-ike is light up in the night. Access

Ohyunuma(大湯沼)
2015.04.05
Wild Nature

Ohyunuma(大湯沼)

Oyunuma is a hot spring pond with a circumference of about 1 kilometer. It features a sulfur spring gushing out from the bottom at around 130 degrees

Noboribetsu Onsen Cherry-tree line(登別桜のトンネル)
2015.04.05
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Noboribetsu Onsen Cherry-tree line(登別桜のトンネル)

From late April to early May, the approximately 8km road from JR Noboribetsu Station towards Noboribetsu Onsen is enveloped in a "Tunnel of Flowers."

Ohyunuma river natural hot spa(大湯沼川天然足湯)
2015.04.04
Wild Nature

Ohyunuma river natural hot spa(大湯沼川天然足湯)

Hot spring water from Oyunuma Pond and Taisho Jigoku Pond flows together into the Oyunuma River. At the lower reaches of the river, you can enjoy a fo

Noboribetsu Jigokudani(登別地獄谷)
2015.04.04
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Noboribetsu Jigokudani(登別地獄谷)

Jigoku (地獄) means hell and Dani/Tani (谷) means valley. This place is literally a "Valley of Hell." It is a crater located in Noboribetsu City, one of