Things to do in Kamikawa

No. 16 of Ski Resorts in Hokkaido

Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake

Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake is known for its stunning natural landscapes and abundant outdoor activities. A popular destination for mountaineering enthusiasts, Mt. Kurodake offers a variety of hiking routes suitable for visitors of all experience levels. In summer, it is an ideal spot to view alpine plants, while in autumn, it attracts many visitors with its gorgeous red leaves. Visitors can easily reach the top of the mountain by cable car and ropeway, enjoying beautiful views of Sounkyo Gorge along the way. In winter, Mt. Kurodake becomes a popular skiing and snowshoeing destination, with excellent snow quality, making it suitable for a variety of snow activities. The observation deck at the top of the mountain provides an ideal view of the surrounding mountains and forests, making it a must-see. Nearby hot spring facilities provide visitors with the opportunity to relax and unwind, especially after a day of outdoor activities. Whether it is a nature lover or an outdoor enthusiast, Mt. Kurodake offers a wealth of experiences.

No. 8 of Family-friendly Attractions in Japan

Asahiyama Zoo

Asahiyama Zoo is located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, and is a highly popular zoo in Japan. In the 1990s, it was on the verge of closure due to a sharp decline in visitors. However, with the concept of "behavioral exhibits," it regained popularity: the enclosures are designed according to the animals' natural instincts, allowing them to exhibit instinctive behaviors in a near-natural state. Visitors can observe them up close and unobstructed. The zoo summarizes this philosophy as "conveying life." The themed exhibition halls in the park each have their highlights. The seal pavilion features a large vertical cylindrical tank at its center, where spotted seals swim up and down - circling the tank allows full viewing, and they occasionally press against the glass to gaze at travelers. In the polar bear pavilion, polar bears tumble and dive in a massive pool, creating an impactful sight through underwater glass panels. The penguin pavilion's underwater tunnel is a signature attraction, where visitors can look up to see penguins gliding overhead like birds. At the orangutan pavilion, orangutans perform "skywalk" on ropes between towers over ten meters high, representing a classic animal behavior display. Every snowy winter, penguins walk in groups along outdoor snow paths, waddling past visitors—a signature program that has continued for years. The zoo also features feeding sessions with on-site guides, during which the animals are particularly active. After entering, check the daily schedule and allow ample time to explore at leisure.

Sounkyo

Sounkyo is an important natural landscape in Hokkaido, located in the core area of Daisetsuzan National Park. Sounkyo Scenic Spot has three major highlights: a waterfall with a drop of up to 100 meters, like a Milky Way waterfall, and a waterfall landscape that condenses into an ice waterfall in winter; from late September to mid-October, it can be called Hokkaido's first autumn red leaf landscape; And a large-scale hot spring town in Hokkaido comparable to Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, and Jozankei - Sounkyo Hot Spring. Sounkyo can enjoy red leaves in autumn, skiing and ice waterfalls in winter, and hot springs in all seasons. It is an important hot spring resort around Asahikawa.

Daisetsuzan Sōunkyō Kurodake Ropeway

The height of Mount Kuro is 1984 meters, and the entrance to the mountain is located in the famous hot spring formation Yunxia. Take the high-altitude Kurodake cable car, you can see the natural beauty of Daxueshan Scenic Area. Whether it is the forests in the mountains in the spring, or the red maples in the clear autumn, you can enjoy all the wonderful scenery by riding the Kurodake cable car. From June to mid-October, it is open from 6:00 in the morning, and the mountain scenery in the morning is also very pleasant and beautiful.

Ryusei no Taki Falls

Hokkaido Ice Pavilion

In the museum, you can experience the world of minus 20 degrees all year round. It is all ice here, and there are amazing icicles. It is a world of ice. You can also challenge the environment of minus 41 degrees, but only for ten minutes, because it is too cold. If you are interested, you can also try the super fast ice cream.

Daisetsu Mori no Garden

Ginga Waterfall

Yinhe Waterfall and Meteor Waterfall are two very famous scenic spots in Sounkyo. Meteor Waterfall pours straight down from a height of 90 meters from between the cliffs. It is also known as Male Waterfall. The Yinhe Waterfall on the side is joined by several trickling tributaries. It is gentle and gentle, although it is 104 meters high. It flows down from the foot, but still does not lose its gentle temperament, so it is also called the Female Waterfall, and the two are collectively called the Couple Waterfall. In addition to watching the waterfall along the stream and feeling the momentum of the waterfall, you can also climb to the opposite waterfall viewing platform and enjoy the different scenes of the two waterfalls at the same time, reflecting the two waterfalls and the green mountains and forests together. The eyes are so beautiful that it is no wonder that it is listed as one of the top 100 famous waterfalls in Japan.

No. 17 of Ski Resorts in Hokkaido

Canmore Ski Village

With eight diverse courses, everyone can have fun at Canmore!! A course that everyone from beginners to advanced skiers can enjoy The Rabbit Course is safe for everyone from beginners to children. Canmore Ski Village offers a wide range of activities for you to enjoy, including skiing, snowboarding and even cross-country skiing. Beginners to advanced skiers can enjoy skiing here in comfort, and the resort is also fully equipped for night skiing, so you can enjoy skiing all day long. We also have a "Chibikko Hiroba" (Children's Square) where beginners can practice and children can play sledding.

Sounkyo Visitor Center