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Higashikawa Tourist Attractions & Activities

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1. Asahiyama Zoo

Get close to animals from all parts of the world at the Asahiyama Zoo. There are hundreds of animals and over 100 species to discover, each housed in re-creations of its natural habitat. Asahiyama Zoo has a mission to showcase the authentic behavioral traits of its residents and not just the animals themselves as exhibits. With its excellent facilities and innovative approach, the zoo welcomes over one million visitors annually.

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Come for the entertaining winter penguin parade and spend time spotting birds, reptiles and majestic mammals at this zoological park.

2. Blue Pond

For a unique and tranquil daytrip and the chance to experience a jaw-dropping phenomenon, visit the pretty Blue Pond of Hokkaido. Opened to the public in 2010, this artificial pond attracts visitors in search of serenity and photographers on the hunt for enviable shots. Follow the trail that encompasses Blue Pond and leads to various viewpoints.

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Gaze in awe at the changing blue hues of a manmade lake and watch as a mystical forest reflects perfectly in its chilly waters.

3. Daisetsuzan National Park

The volcanoes within Daisetsuzan National Park are more than challenges to climbers; they feed the hot springs that soothe those climbers’ aching muscles at the end of the day. Larger than many of Japan’s prefectures, the park also has some of Japan’s tallest peaks, including the “roof of Hokkaido,” Asahi-dake, which shoots up 7,510 feet (2,291 meters). Attempt to explore its 875 square miles (2,270 square kilometers) or admire the peaks from a distance as you relax with the simple luxuries of a stay at an onsen resort.

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Japan’s biggest national park is a geothermal playground, offering mountain climbs for all abilities, numerous onsens and some of the country’s rarest wildlife.

4. Asahidake Ropeway

Relax as the Asahidake Ropeway whisks you up a majestic mountainside toward the highest point on the island of Hokkaido. This aerial cable is a popular way to travel from Asahidake onsen village to an upper station on the 7,510-foot-tall (2,290-meter) Asahidake mountain in Daisetsuzan National Park. Fly high above snow-covered landscapes in winter and a verdant countryside in summer. Follow a trail to viewpoints and appreciate why the Ainu people called the park Kamuimintara (Playground of the Gods).

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Admire the spectacular animals of Asahidake mountain as you ride above treetops to the upper station, where you can go on hiking or skiing adventures.

5. Asahikawa Ramen Village

Make your way to the Asahikawa Ramen Village to satisfy your taste buds on different varieties of ramen noodle soups. Slurping ramen is a quintessential pastime of Japanese culture and a tradition that has been enjoyed for centuries. Visit Asahikawa Ramen Village to satisfy your hunger before sightseeing or to refuel after a busy day of activities.

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Feast on a steamy and aromatic bowl of noodles at this food village, one of the best places in Asahikawa to try the city’s famous shoyu ramen.

6. Asahi-Dake

Flourishing with wildflowers in summer and a haven for skiers in winter, Asahidake is a popular year-round destination for outdoor pursuits. Reaching a height of 7,510 feet (2,290 meters), this active stratovolcano dominates Daisetsuzan National Park and is the tallest peak on Hokkaido. Asahidake last erupted in 1739. Today it is considered a safe environment for tourist activities.

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Watch steam rise from Hokkaido’s tallest peak, follow trails past pretty alpine vegetation, admire the scenery at mirrored lakes and ski on miles of backcountry terrain.

Recommended things to do in Higashikawa

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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo and Blue Pond Elf Terrace Day Trip: AU$143
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