Hokkaido
Akan, Mashu and Kushiro Marshland Route
Cruise through two of Hokkaido’s picture-perfect national parks on this 310-kilometer-long cycling route. Akan-Mashu National Park and Kushiroshitsugen National Park are home to some of eastern Hokkaido’s most iconic landscapes; witness the beauty of whooper swans and other diverse wildlife of Kushiro Marsh, appreciate the tranquility of crystal-clear Lake Mashu while enjoying thrilling downhill cycling around the rim of its caldera, and marvel at rugged peaks like Mt. Io. Stop along the way to take in the sights of Akan, Kussharo, Mashu, and Kushiro, and experience the unique culture of northern Japan. The route can be broken up into smaller sections, so you can enjoy cycling that suits your level of fitness.
Detail
Length 310km
Duration No Data
Elevation Gain No Data
* Duration is an estimate and may vary depending on route and pace.
Reference: Akan, Mashu and Kushiro Marshland Route
Access
From Haneda Airport, take a 95-minute flight to Kushiro Airport. From there, take a taxi for about an hour to Lake Akan. The route begins near Lake Akan.
Links
Route Map (Automatic translation available)
