Winter Picturesque Views of Hokkaido! “Jewelry Ice”

Jewelry ice is a midwinter-only natural phenomenon that can be seen at the Tokachi River, in Hokkaido’s Toyokoro Town. The clear ice, illuminated by the bright morning sun, shines like a jewel in the light.
The mouth of the Tokachi River freezes during winter, and then pieces of the ice break off and float into the ocean. After that, the ice drifts along in the ocean, and much of it finally ends up against sandy beaches, creating the beautiful phenomenon.

Additionally, each and every fragment of ice is unique, creating a breathtaking view that feels like the very essence of beautiful sights in Japan.