Kushiro Private Shore Excursion Lake Akan & Ainu Kotan 6H
Kushiro Private Shore Excursion Lake Akan & Ainu Kotan 6H
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Kushiro Port
Kushiro Port is the starting point for your journey through the natural beauty and cultural heritage of eastern Hokkaido.
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Kushiro Tancho Nature Park
This nature park is dedicated to the red-crowned crane, one of Hokkaido’s most iconic birds. It offers an opportunity to appreciate these graceful cranes in a natural setting.
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Lake Akan Ainu Kotan
Lake Akan Ainu Kotan is an Ainu cultural village where traditional crafts, food, dance, and stories are still part of everyday life. It offers an introduction to the rich heritage of the Ainu people.
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Lake Akan Lakeside
Lake Akan is a scenic caldera lake surrounded by forests and mountains. It is also famous for its rare marimo algae, a Special Natural Monument of Japan.
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Kushiro Port
Return to Kushiro Port, marking the end of your tour through the natural and cultural highlights of eastern Hokkaido.
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Overview
Begin your private shore excursion with convenient pickup directly from Kushiro Cruise Port. Travel in the comfort of your own private vehicle with a dedicated professional driver, allowing you to explore at your own pace without having to follow the schedule of other travelers.
Discover the nature and indigenous culture of eastern Hokkaido, beginning at Kushiro City Red-Crowned Crane Natural Park. Observe Japan’s iconic red-crowned cranes in a natural setting and learn about efforts to protect this rare and symbolic species.
Continue through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Hokkaido to Lake Akan. Visit the Akanko Ainu Kotan, one of Hokkaido’s largest Ainu communities, where you can discover traditional crafts, art, and the culture of the Indigenous Ainu people.
Next, enjoy time along the shores of Lake Akan, a scenic caldera lake surrounded by forests and mountains within Akan-Mashu National Park. Take in the peaceful lakeside scenery and explore the surrounding area.
After experiencing the nature and cultural heritage of Kushiro and Lake Akan, your driver will return you to Kushiro Cruise Port in time for your ship’s departure.
What’s Included
Japanese-speaking driver
Private vehicle
Highway tolls and parking fees
Cruise port pickup and drop-off
Downloadable English digital guidebook and audio guide
Full refund if your cruise ship is unable to dock
English customer support
What’s Not Included
English-speaking guide
Admission fees to attractions and facilities, where applicable
Meals and drinks
Personal expenses