Best Visiting around Noboribetsu / Lake Toya Spot List

Noboribetsu is a historic onsen (hot spring) area opened in the Edo period that uses the steaming Jigokudani as its source. The area hosts plenty of attractions besides Jigokudani.

Lake Toya is the second largest caldera lake in Japan, having a circumference of about 40 km. Enjoy a walk along the lakeside or take a cruise on one of the pleasure boats.

An active volcano protruding from Mt. Usu

Experience the earth's energy in the remains of a volcanic crater

Plumes of steam and the scent of sulfur rise from this hot spring pond

Noboribetsu's animated statue of King Enma

Experience the sound and steam of a geyser

A gentle lake surface and billowing mountain make for a view of curious contrast

Overlooking Showa-Shinzan and Lake Toya

The history and culture of Hokkaido's indigenous Ainu people come alive at this outdoor museum

Observe the antics of adorable bears

Brown bears, just a pane of glass away

A river of hot spring water winds through old-growth trees of Noboribetsu

Learn how Lake Toya was formed

Featuring fun shows and an Aqua Tunnel

National center for the reconstruction and development of Ainu culture. Discover the charm of Ainu culture on the shores of Lake Poroto.

A massive and beautiful panorama awaits you at the top of the ropeway

Roam the streets of Edo reborn and get your pictures taken with ninjas or Oiran courtesans