Lake Akan-Hokkaido
What is Lake Akan?
Lake Akan is located in Akan-cho, Kushiro City, Hokkaido, and is a popular tourist spot that combines beautiful nature and hot springs. Lake Akan is a caldera lake formed by volcanic activity, and is surrounded by primeval forests and the majestic views of Mount Ouakan and Mount Hyoakan. The lake is particularly well known as a habitat for the marimo, a natural treasure that is rare anywhere in the world. Lake Akan Onsen Town spreads out along the lakeside, and is one of the best resort areas in Hokkaido, where you can enjoy hot springs, gourmet food, and activities as well as the seasonal scenery.
Why Lake Akan is popular and how to enjoy it
The attraction of Lake Akan is that you can enjoy nature, hot springs, and culture all at once. From the sightseeing boats that cruise around the lake, visitors can enjoy the clear waters and spectacular views of the mountains up close. In winter, the lake freezes over and winter-only events such as the Lake Akan Ice Festival and wakasagi (smelt) fishing are held. In addition, visitors can experience the traditional culture of the Ainu people at Ainu Kotan, where dances and crafts are popular. In the hot spring resort area, visitors can enjoy food made with local ingredients and footbaths, making it a popular destination for sightseeing, healing, and learning.
Lake Akan Details
| name | Lake Akanko |
| Location | Lake Akanko Onsen, Akan-cho, Kushiro City, Hokkaido, JapanView on Map) |
| parking lot | Yes (several pay parking lots are available near the Lake Akan Onsen Hot Spring Resort and the sightseeing boat pier) |
| toilet | Yes (lakeside, tourist center, sightseeing boat terminal, and hot spring resort) |
