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SOUTHERN HOKKAIDO

Oshima & Hiyama

Historic towns and unusual natural landscapes

Orientation

Hokkaido’s southwestern peninsula lies both Oshima and Hiyama regions, stretch from the Tsugaru Strait to Central Hokkaido. Rugged sea cliff, picturesque lakes, volcanic mountains and relaxing onsen dotting along the coastal roads.
Onuma Quasi-National Park is Southern Hokkaido’s top resort offers graceful holiday. Historic towns of Matsumae and Esashi are home to Japanese history and culture of Hokkaido. Okushiri-to makes a worth-visiting for tranquil campsites and fresh seafood.

Top Destinations in Oshima & Hiyama

Onuma Park
Southern Hokkaido’s most beautiful lakeside resort offers good for picnic, cruise, cycling and hiking.
Matsumae
Known as ‘Little Kyoto of the North’, Japan’s northernmost castle town remains the Kyoto-style culture.
Esashi
Once Hokkaido’s main trading center keeps the wooden marchant houses and traditional festivals.
E-san
This sacred active volcano is covered with about 600,000 azaleas in the late spring.
Setana
Setana boasts rugged coastline, pleasant beaches and Japan’s clearest river.
Okushiri-to
This island has a couple of tranquil beaches and heartwarming hospitality.
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