Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido, Japan
4.0 (348 reviews) Spent Ranking #2 in Kawakami-gun Bodies of Water
Lovely Experience
It was Oct and bus was not in operation. Even if it does, the schedule is very tight for us to enjoy at leisure. We stayed at Kawayu Kinkiyu and reception helped us to book a taxi costing Y5700 one way which was expensive but well worth it. At the trailhead, there's a small hot spring for you to deep your feet in. You can change to shorts in a small hut nearby. Remember to bring towels. The walk was wonderful because we could enjoy the beautiful sight of the lake which was so calm and vast. Take time to look out for beautiful birds and insects. Walk is not difficult but can be hampered by mosquitoes so do bring along repellent. There's a Tourist Information outside the trailhead where we approached the staff to help us call for taxi. We were so lucky to get the same driver, Mr Yoshida, who so kindly stopped by Sunayu beach for us to alight and enjoy.
Address
, Teshikaga-cho, Hokkaido, Japan, Postal Code: 088-3200.
Current local date and time now
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 22:48
User Ratings
4.0 based on (348 reviews)
Reviews
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5Jonathan C 5:00 PM Jul 8, 2020
Swan Lake
Magnificent lake with pretty swans to admire at. Huge lake surrounded by mountains. Great place to chill and relax. We parked near the big souvenir shop where you can get plenty of gifts and ice cream too.
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4jensen_chua 5:00 PM Dec 21, 2014
A must visit lake !
When your tour vehicle pulls up at this venue, you instinctively know you come to a special place. Central to this lake attraction are the famous resident whooper swans (think they pronounce it as 'hoopers'). You can buy food to feed the swans and take pictures of them, among them and possibly with them. But don't alarm them though :) The lake is very windy and during winter season, exceptionally cold. So do standby your ears mittens and heat pads when you are there. Pictures of the swans will make any photo albums just that more special :)
