Best Nature around Hokkaido Spot List

See rare plants from the south

An active volcano protruding from Mt. Usu

The hilltop sports a lovely view

Animals play in the snow at this northern zoo

Said to be one of Japan's finest observatories, a great place to watch the sunset

Hike to the summit for great nightscapes and a bite to eat

Sea lions, seals, and many marine mammal shows

A breathtaking canyon borders the upper reaches of the Toyohira River

Biei's hills and the Daisetsuzan mountains are visible from this observatory park

Aptly named, this mysterious hot spring transforms an entire river

Three oak trees have withstood blizzards and drought to stand together as family

Both selected as part of Japan's 100 best waterfalls

Colorful hills reminiscent of European rolling countrysides

A wind-resisting forest contrasts with fields

Overwhelming in scale

See tranquil landscapes unique to Hokkaido

A sloped street made famous in movies and commercials

Discover the famous ”Mashu blue”

Lake Toro and other bodies of water can be surveyed here

Rock reefs stretch offshore at this windy cape