What to expect

The Silo Observatory offers the best views of Lake Toya, providing a stunning panoramic view of the lake. You can also take a sightseeing boat to Nakajima Island, where you may encounter many wild deer.

What's included

Charter fee

About this experience

Starting at: 09:00
Group size: Up to 1 person

Schedule

09:00
Pick-Up at Your Desired Location
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■■ Recommended Model Course ■■
Enjoy a thorough sightseeing experience in Lake Toya and Noboribetsu.
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Lake Toya
Lake Toya is the third-largest caldera lake in Japan. The view from the lakeside is breathtaking, and you can also see Mount Yotei, often referred to as the "Mount Fuji of Hokkaido."
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Mount Showa Shinzan
Formed by volcanic activity in 1943, Mount Showa Shinzan rose suddenly from what was once a flat wheat field. This natural wonder is designated as a "Special Natural Monument" and is part of the Lake Toya-Usu UNESCO Global Geopark.
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Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch
Home to around 70 brown bears of various ages, the ranch allows visitors to observe bears playing and relaxing up close. For an even closer experience, the "Human Cage" offers a unique perspective through glass.
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Silo Observatory
This observatory offers panoramic views of Lake Toya, Mount Usu, and Mount Showa Shinzan. It is one of the "Eight Scenic Views of Lake Toya" and a popular photography spot year-round.
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Mount Usu Ropeway
Mount Usu, an active volcano that erupted four times in the 20th century, offers panoramic views of Lake Toya, Mount Showa Shinzan, the Pacific Ocean, and its craters. The ropeway provides exclusive views of Mount Showa Shinzan, which is otherwise off-limits.
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Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley)
The largest hot spring source in Noboribetsu, Hell Valley features a 450-meter-wide crater with 15 geothermal vents. It produces 3,000 liters of hot water per minute, creating a dramatic, bubbling landscape.
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Noboribetsu Oyunuma
A 20-minute walk from Hell Valley, this explosion crater formed during Mount Hiyoriyama's eruption. Its boiling waters resemble a "hell cauldron," making it a rare and scientifically valuable site.
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Noboribetsu Marine Park NIXE
This aquarium, modeled after Denmark's Egeskov Castle, showcases around 400 species and 20,000 marine creatures. Highlights include the "Galaxy Tank," featuring 10,000 sardines and sharks in a mesmerizing performance.
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*Multi-Day Private Hire Available
Private taxi hire is available for 1-night/2-day, 2-night/3-day, 3-night/4-day, or 4-night/5-day trips. Please select your preferred option on the booking page.
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Drop-Off at Your Desired Location