Winter Retreat Experience in Kushiro Wetlands

In the eastern part of Hokkaido's Kushiroshitsugen National Park, Lake Toro and the Arekinai region provide a unique setting where untouched nature and local culture come together in perfect harmony. It is home to a rare winter experience—a two-night, three-day program featuring a starlit night walk on the fully frozen Lake Toro, ice fishing, and early morning canoeing through snow-covered rivers. This exclusive experience is available only for two months each year, making it a rare opportunity to enjoy ice-bound activities in one of Japan's most stunning national parks.

Additionally, guests can unwind in a Finnish-style sauna at the Geek Craft Hostel, where guests will be staying. The sauna offers a unique view of a steam locomotive traversing the snowy landscape. All of these activities offer an unforgettable way to warm the body and soul. Guests can also immerse themselves in a horse retreat set in vast, snow-blanketed pastures, where time feels suspended in harmony with nature.

At night, indulge in a premium dinner that fuses fresh ingredients from Eastern Hokkaido with traditional Ainu culinary techniques, creating a feast for the palate and the spirit. The breathtaking scenery and cultural richness evoke a unique "flow of time" that highlights the full potential of the Kushiroshitsugen National Park.