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View Gallery- Shinhamamatsu-eki (railroad station), 870m
- Sanagi-ko (lake), 3.9km
7 minutes by taxi from JR Kawayu Onsen Station. 10 minutes on bus from JR Kawayu Onsen Station bound for Kawayu Onsen. Get off at the last bus terminal, and 10 minutes walk. 60 minutes by car from Memanbetsu Airport, 90 minutes from Kushiro Airport.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.