The area on the east side of Daisetsuzan National Park is referred to as Higashi Daisetsu (literally east Daisetsu). The main peak in the area is Mt.Ishikaridake, and the area includes Lake Shikaribetsu and Lake Nukabira. Mountains are steep here, swathed in vast, dense forests.
The area’s early modern industrial heritage remains here in the form of numerous concrete arch bridges of the former Japan National Railways (JNR) Shihoro line. These tell the history of the pioneer lumber industry that once flourished in the area.
The park is accessible by bus from Obihiro Station or Shintoku, or by bus from Sounkyo to Obihiro.
Higashi Daisetsu Nature Center
The Higashi Daisetsu Nature Center houses explanatory panels, dioramas, taxidermy and models, and video commentary on the nature and history of the Higashi Daisetsu region. The Center also shares information on local facilities (including hiking trail information) and activities. The Center has a special focus on insects. Expect visual panel, actual specimens, and biological exhibits, all with a focus on biodiversity in the Higashi Daisetsu area and the world at large. The Center also provides Nukabira Onsenkyo (Hot spring village) tourist information.
| Location | 48-2, Nukabira Onsenkyo, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato district, Hokkaido, Japan 080-1403 |
| Open | 9:00am to 5:00pm (6:00am to 5:00pm in July and August) |
| Closed | Every Wednesday, New Year's holidays (December 31-January 5) |
| Closed | Free |
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