Among the National Parks oldest Japanese , is the Akan Park, An area that protects a colorful area of volcanic craters and forests as spectacular as the images can be displayed:
Mirrored crystal clear lakes and dense forest that comes without pause until the edges are placed some of the stunning natural Akan National Park . Located on the island of Hokkaido , the park is also famous for its hot springs.
The park has two distinct areas to visit: Kawayu and Akan, in Kawayu, is Mount IO is literally a mountain of sulfur, and Kawayu Onsen, a hot springs area and fumaroles, some wonders such as Lake Mashu One of the most pristine in the world.
In the Akan area, is a huge caldera and volcanic complex. Throughout the park, you can do hiking , including a tour of the three largest lakes, the Akan, Mashu and the Kussharo. In them, there are vantage points to avoid altering the landscape, almost virgin state. You can also go boating or visiting the spas, including Kawayu and Akan Kohan.
In addition, the park can be undertaken Akan trips in summer , winter, and learn about Ainu people as Quran, near Lake Akan, where you can buy handicrafts.
To reach the region, the nearest airport is that of Kushiro, the Nakashibetsu or Memanbetsu. There are hostels with all amenities and camping areas.
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