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The pretty village of Akaigawa (赤井川) lies the dormant caldera, surrounded by the forested mountains. Winter visitors generally head straight to the ski resort of the Kiroro Snow World.
Sightseeing
Kiroro Snow World
キロロスノーワールド
1min walk from Kiroro Mountain Center bus stop
One of Hokkaido’s best ski resorts straddling both Asari-dake (1180m) and Nagamine-dake (1090m), Kiroro boasts 20-plus scenic runs from beginner to advanced, with the longest stretching 4.1km. There are also five tree runs for backcountry skiing. Even non-skiers can ride the Kiroro Gondola to the top of Asari-dake for breathtaking views over the snow-capped mountains and the sea.
Michi-no-eki Akaigawa
道の駅あかいがわ
1min walk from Michi-no-eki Akaigawa bus stop
Located at the crossroads of Route 393 and prefectural road 36 in Miyako district, this modern roadside station has an excellent market, take-away shop and bakery. The Mura Bus stop here.
Akaigawa Caldera Onsen ♨︎
赤井川カルデラ温泉
9min walk from Akaigawa bus stop
This public onsen in the center of the village has a relaxing atmosphere, with basic indoor and open-air baths. Closed Mon.
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Yu Kiroro ♨︎
1min walk from Kiroro-chapel-mae bus stop
This modern ski-in, ski-out condominium right in front of Kiroro lift has spacious rooms with functional kitchen and washing machines. Communal facilities include an onsen, gym and children’s room.
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Getting There
BUS
The Mura Bus (むらバス) runs to the Michi-no-eki Akaigawa (道の駅あかいがわ) from JR Yoichi Station (31min) via Akaigawa (24min), with some going to Kiroro Mountain Center (キロロマウンテンセンター: 58min) via Kiroro-chapel-mae (キロロチャペル前) in front of the Yu Kiroro.
Hokkaido Access Network operates Kiroro Ski Bus (キロロスキーバス) from Sapporo, Otaru and Otaru-chikko Stations. The discounted package includes day-trip bus return tickets and a 6-hour lift ticket. Reservation required via its website.
Information
Akaigawa Village
赤井川村
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Michi-no-eki Akaigawa bus stop
道の駅あかいがわ | 미치노에키 아카이가와
Address:190-6 Miyako, Akaigawa-mura, Hokkaido
Distance:14km from Yoichi
Elevation:157m
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