Furenko - Hokkaido - Japan
What is Furen Lake?
Located in eastern Hokkaido on the border of Nemuro City and Betsukai Town, Lake Furenko is a beautiful brackish lake representing eastern Hokkaido. Registered under the Ramsar Convention, it is known as a spot rich in nature where rare wild birds and wetland ecosystems are protected. Especially in the winter season, the lake is a popular destination for whooper swans and red-crowned cranes, and attracts many tourists who enjoy bird-watching. There is also an observatory and a walking trail around the lake, where visitors can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons.
Why is Furen Lake so popular and how to enjoy it?
The attraction of Furen Lake is its magnificent nature and diverse wildlife encounters. Bird watching and nature photography are especially popular. In the early morning and evening, the sunrise and sunset reflected on the surface of the lake are fantastic and highly valued as photo spots.
The Furen Lakeside Observatory on the lakeside offers a panoramic view of the surrounding marshlands and the Shiretoko mountain range, and in autumn the lake is brightly colored with autumn leaves. In addition, the nearby Shunkunitai Wild Bird Park Nature Center offers nature observation and guided tours, and is recommended for families and nature lovers.
It is also a popular sightseeing route in the Nemuro area, with easy access to Cape Nosappu and downtown Nemuro. The magnificent nature and serenity typical of Hokkaido will allow you to spend a peaceful time.
Details of Furen Lake
| name | Furenko. |
| Location | Nemuro City and Betsukai Town, Hokkaido (View on Map) |
| parking lot | Yes (Free parking is available at the observation deck by Lake Furen) |
| toilet | Yes (at the observatory and in the Nature Center) |
