Daisetsuzan National Park
Daisetsuzan National Park is Hokkaido's largest national park, known for volcanic peaks, alpine meadows, and hot springs. A gateway to wild hikes and year-round outdoor recreation.
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Geography
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Region | Hokkaido |
| Subregion | Northern Asia |
| Country | Japan |
| State | Hokkaido |
| City | Kamihokkaido Region |
| Timezone | AsiaTokyo |
| Latitude | 43.9 |
| Longitude | 142.7 |
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4:59 AM LOCAL TIMEDaisetsuzan National Park is Hokkaido's largest and most rugged wilderness, stretching across the central and northern highlands of the island. Dominated by the Kamikawa and Teshio mountain ranges, it features towering volcanic peaks like Asahidake (2,291m), expansive alpine tundra, and several active geothermal areas. The park is a sanctuary for brown bears and golden eagles, and while difficult to access from major cities, offers a network of hike trails, hot springs, and high-mountain huts for multi-day routes. Popular starting points include the Asahidake Ropeway and the towns of Sōryū Onsen and Kamikawa. Visitors come for summit climbs, wildflower spring blooms, and winter ski touring; year-round, it rewards those willing to venture into its remote valleys and ridges.
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