Smoking volcanoes surround Biei
See smoking volcanoes and the towns of Biei and Furano in the faraway distance from the Tokachidake Bogakudai Observation Tower.
Quick Facts
It is a 10-minute drive from Shirogane Onsen hot spring resort
The observatory is about 950 meters above sea level
How to Get There
Since there is no public bus to the Tokachidake Bogakudai Observation Tower, traveling by car is recommended.
The drive from Asahikawa-Takasu IC on the Central Hokkaido Expressway Takasu takes an hour and 20 minutes.
Tokachidake's best viewpoint
Tokachidake Bogakudai Observation Tower is actually not a tower but a large open space with a full 360-degree view.
Tokachidake through the seasons
The views of the Tokachidake Mountains in autumn are splendid.
If you would like to see the first snow in the valley, you only have a short window, so make sure you book a hotel nearby.
It is a nice place to visit if you have rented a car or are staying near Shirogane Onsen.
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