Stunning landscape, beautiful nature and unforgettable views from mountains like Meakandake and Oakandake. A rather remote area with only one small Onsen town at lake Akanko. But the nature experience in this part of Hokkaido is one of a kind! We did hike up mount Meakandake which was hard to say the least, but the views and the volcanic landscape up there were worth the climb. Be sure to bring a so called bear-bell, to avoid encounters with bears. And get some bear-spray...
Read moreAkan-Mashu National Park in Hokkaido is a dream destination for photographers and nature enthusiasts! With its stunning caldera lakes, lush primeval forests, and diverse wildlife, it's a must-visit for anyone seeking breathtaking natural beauty and photographic...
Read moreI thought Shiretoko might be the most beautiful national park in Hokkaido, but after visiting Akan-Mashu... well, maybe it was the weather that we were blessed with! A must-visit in Hokkaido! I had already visited in winter, but it was completely...
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