| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | - |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0142-82-5076 |
| Notes | Buddhist temple, sightseeing spot, photography spot, historical landmark |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern shore of Lake Toya. Can be found just above the road located north of Route 132 23 Toyamachi, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5802 |
On the northern shore of Lake Toya you can find Toya Temple and a scenic monument of Hokkaido. They are both just off route 132 and there is a road leading up where you can find parking. Toya Temple is a Shinto shrine that offers scenic views over the lake. The public are welcome to walk around the small grounds here where you can appreciate the statues, architecture, and wooden carvings that surround the temple. The doors to the temple itself are often closed but it’s still a nice area to check out. The temple makes for a nice look in if you are taking a stroll around the path that follows the shore.
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The path that winds around the northern part of the lake that includes sightseeing spots such as Ukimido Park, and Toyako Art Museum & park plus the Ko Park Camping Ground. The whole area is dotted with beautiful sculptures. Along the small access road that leads to Toya Temple, you can also find one of the ‘scenic monuments of Hokkaido’. There are three scenic monuments in Hokkaido, with the other two being in Jozankei, and on the small island of Rishiri. These three scenic monuments were selected in 1923 by the Otaru Newspaper which was one of three main papers in Hokkaido at the time.
| Admission | ¥300 adults ¥200 high school students ¥100 children Free for Toyako townspeople |
| Opening Hours | 10:30 - 16:30 |
| Closed | Mondays November to March |
| Contact | 0142-87-2525 |
| Notes | Local art gallery, parking available, wheelchair access |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern side of Lake Toya. 3 minute walk from Toya Mizu-no-eki (Toyasui Station). 35-17 Tōyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
The Toyako Art Museum is a small art museum that can be found by the northern shores of Lake Toya. The museum predominantly displays works from local artists. They have works from sculptors, painters, photographers, and writers. Inside the lovely rooms, there is a collection of first edition books, plus limited edition books from modern and contemporary writers. There is also works of the Village International Sculpture Biennale on display. Whilst looking at the artworks, viewers can also get nice views from the windows that look out directly across the lake.
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Throughout the year, the Toyako Art Museum holds a variety of events, including special exhibitions and mini concerts. Besides the Toyako Art Museum, you can also find a nice little park across the road. The park is home to a historical landmark, being the monument of Okubo Jinnojo. Okubo Jinnojo was a statesman, born in 1849 in Shikoku. He, among other things, used his money for pioneering Hokkaido, especially in the Toya district. To get to the museum and park, you can take a bus from Toyako Onsen bus terminal bound for Toya Mizu no Eki (Toyasui Station). Get off at Toyasui station and it’s a three minute walk from there.
| Cost per night | ¥2000 large tent ¥700 small tent |
| Open | April - November |
| Closed | Winter |
| Contact | - |
| Notes | Lakeside campsite, Washing area, Toilets, Parking, Summer night time fireworks |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern side on Lake Toya. 2 hour drive from Sapporo 100 Tōyamachi, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5802 |
Lake Toya is a beautiful lake that can be found in the southern area of Hokkaido. It is about a two and a half hour drive from Sapporo. The lake is famous for its pristine waters, local wilderness, and its volcano which lies dormant to the south of the lake. The volcano being Mt Usu. There are couple of camp grounds by the shores of Lake Toya which are fantastic spots to set up your tent. The Hagi Park Camp Ground is one of these. The camping area is large and there is plenty of space with spectacular views all overlooking the lake. The campground has toilets, parking, and sinks with running water to clean up.
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The camping ground has a small river running through it leading out to the lake. It’s here you can find some of the local residents paddling around. The swans like to feed here and it’s a good spot to get some photos! The grounds surrounding the whole lake has sculptures all through it, and at the Hagi Park Ground you can find some great pieces of art. During the warm summer months you can see (and hear) the fireworks show that is held daily across the other side of the lake. On setting up your tent at the site, friendly staff will do the rounds and you can pay the going rate for the tents. There is no office here. Hagi Park Camp Ground is the perfect spot to get away.
| Pricing Guide | ¥1420 adults ¥710 children ¥1280 adults ¥640 children (groups of 15 or more) Extra ¥200 for firework viewing tour |
| Operating Hours | 8:30 - 16:30 Ferry leaves every 30 minutes 9:00 - 16:00 (during the winter) |
| Closed | – |
| Contact | 0142-75-2137 http://www.toyakokisen.com/price/price01.html |
| Notes | Last cruise from Nakanoshima is at 15:00, free parking available (large-size vehicles allowed), firework tour unavailable in winter |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the southern shore of Lake Toya, between the lake and the hotels. Found at Funsui Hiroba Fountain Square. 049-5721 Hokkaido, Abuta-gun, Toyako, Tōyakoonsen, Route 2 |
Local ferry
In the centre of Lake Toya , there is a large island called Nakanoshima. This beautiful area can be accessed via the local ferry that leaves from the southern shore of the Toyako Onsen district. The ferry leaves the port every thirty minutes. The last ferry to leave from the island of Nakanoshima is at 15:00, so don’t miss it! Once on the island you are free to walk around and follow the well kept trails. The forest here is a beautiful escape, and is a popular spot to take in the greenery.
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One of the small swan boats for hire
For those who don’t want to visit the central island in Lake Toya, there is a small cruise package available. The cruise goes around Nakanoshima and takes fifty minutes (an additional thirty minutes if passengers are alighting at the island). There is a summer cruise and a winter cruise, both offering beautiful views. The summer cruise operates slightly longer than the winter schedule. From April 28th to October 31st there is a special fireworks cruise. The departure time is at approximately at 20:30 and from the boat you can enjoy the spectacular firework display that lights up the lake.
| Cost per night | ¥15,000 Lodge (40m²) power, water & toilet ¥10,000 Cabin (16m²) power & water ¥8,500 Bungalow A (9m²) power & water, deck, chairs ¥8,000 Bungalow B (9m²) power supply ¥6,000 Camper dedicated Power & water ¥5,000 Camp B1 Power supply ¥4,000 Camp B2 ¥700 Motorcycle |
| Open | All year |
| Check in times for lodges & cabins | Check in from 13:00 Checkout from 9:00 - 12:00 |
| Contact | 0142-75-3377 http://www.town.toyako.hokkaido.jp/tourism/outdoor_camp/odc001/#paragraph5286 |
| Notes | Lakeside campsite, Washing area, Toilets, Parking, Camping gear available to rent |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the west side of Lake Toya along the coast road 56 Tsukiura, Toyako, Abuta District, Hokkaido 049-5723 |
Lake Toya has a nice coastal drive around it offering beautiful views over the water. There are many hotels to stay at in the onsen district. If you are looking for something out of town and a bit more rustic, then the Green Stay Lake Toya Campsite might be the perfect option for you. The campsite can be found along the main road around the lake, on the western side of Lake Toya. The campground caters to anyone from families, couples to solo bikers on a bike tour. They have lodges, cabins, and tent sites. The campground is enormous which is great fro anyone looking for a little privacy.
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The Green Stay Lake Toya Campsite’s main office can be found near the entrance and parking lot. It is here where you can pay for your stay. They have camping equipment to rent. You can get a tent, sleeping bag, lantern, table for four, camping stand, cooking gear, a BBQ stove, and gas. The price ranges from ¥2000 to ¥200 for your gear. At the main office you can also find benches, washing machines for use, plus maps & guide pamphlets on the activities that you can do around the lake. With plenty of space, well cared for cabins and lawns, this campground is the perfect spot for a little getaway!
| Cost per night | ¥5000 - ¥9800 per person (depending on plan) |
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Contact | 0142-75-4128 http://www7a.biglobe.ne.jp/~p-ohno/index.html |
| Restaurant | Yes |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Notes | Onsen available, lake views, credit card accepted Western style rooms with bath, toilet, TV, refrigerator and air conditioning. Parking available 30 cars |
| Location | Located in Toyako Onsen on the southern side of Lake Toya 56-2 Sobetsuonsen, Sobetsu, Usu District, Hokkaido 052-0103 |
Lake Views
Lake Toya is a beautiful area that is a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer, where you can really enjoy the water and the serenity of the lake. Pension Ohno is a large guest house that is open all year, where you can enjoy comfortable surroundings on the southern edge of the lake. The two story pension has seven twin rooms, and three triple rooms to accommodate up to twenty three guests. There is a nice restaurant on the premises that caters for forty people. Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 9:00 (though can be served later on request). Dinner is served from 18:00 to 20:00.
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Summer flowers in bloom
There is also Japanese style banquet hall which can be used for twenty people. During the warm summer months, for some outdoor feasting, there is a large BBQ area to use and enjoy. High-speed wireless LAN can be used free of charge in all guest rooms. After enjoy the sights and activities of the lake and the surrounding area, there is a relaxing onsen (hot spring bath) that can be used to dip and unwind. The best way to get to the pension is by rent a car. From Sapporo its a 2 hour drive over Nakayama pass along route 230. From Chitose Airport its a 1 hour and 40 minute drive via the Hokkaido Expressway. And from the Rusutsu Ski fields its about a 30 minute drive. Alternatively, you can take the Donan Bus from Sapporo station which takes 2 hours and 45 minutes.
| No meal plan | ¥5000 - ¥6000 |
| B&B plan | ¥5800 - ¥6800 Japanese breakfast (western style available on request) |
| Half board plan | ¥8300 - ¥9800 Breakfast plus a Japanese-Western dinner made with locally-grown ingredients. Customers using this plan are requested to arrive by 19:30 at the restaurant. |
