My Nature Retreat to Shikaribetsukō🌿

Here’s your essential guide to exploring the stunning outdoor playgrounds of Shikaoi and Kamishihoro in Hokkaido! 🏔️✨ Picture deep blue lakes, natural hot springs, and mountain views for that perfect escape from the crowds.

🌟Top Spots to Visit🌟:
1. Lake Shikaribetsu, Kato District, open all day, year-round — the star of the show for unhurried hikes and serene lakeside wandering. Don't be shy about taking photos of the glacier-draped peaks and changing weather: it’s a nature-lover’s dream! 🌲🗻

2. Shikaribetsukohan Hot Spring, 然別湖畔 足湯Rejuvenate yourself at these lakeside baths. After hours of outdoor adventure, this spot is pure bliss.

3. Lake Shikaribetsu Nature Center, 09:00–17:00 — a great find for shopping local treats, learning about the region’s ecology, and snagging those unique souvenirs. 🛍️

Travel tip:
🚎 Getting here is genuinely simple! Hop the local JR Obihiro bus for 105 minutes straight to Lake Shikaribetsu. It’s easy, comfortable, and you get a scenic ride through some wild Hokkaido landscapes!

🏨Where to stay:
Hotel Fūsui offers traditional hospitality and beautiful lake views, making it a super relaxed base for all your adventures.

Getting Around: The local bus system covers the essential spots — save cash and skip the stress of renting a car.

Extra tip: Weather is variable since the lake is located at the top of a mountain🗻 (snowy, cloudy/rainy, sunny — sometimes all in one day), so pack layers🧣and something waterproof for exploring.
📸 Bring your camera: stone tablets and lakeside architecture make for cool Insta moments.

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Post by Spike~378 | Oct 28, 2025