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A lakeside forest of towering trees where you can encounter many kinds of wild birds.
On the eastern shore of Lake Shikotsu are two small mountains: Mount Morappu (506 m) and Mount Kimun Morappu (478 m). Part of the national forest at the base of Mount Kimun Morappu to the north is open for birdwatching. The park has well-maintained walking trails where you can spot resident birds year-round and seasonal migratory birds, and enjoy a forest walk along moss-covered paths that feel like a green carpet.
The forest features a birdwatching shelter and information boards introducing the birds you may see here. Learn about local species such as tits (including Japanese Tits), leaf warblers, and woodpeckers like the Black Woodpecker.
Seasonal wildflowers are also a highlight, including Adonis ramosa in spring and Arisaema amurense in early summer. As you walk, you’ll find viewpoints where you can glimpse the caldera lake, Lake Shikotsu, and the surrounding rim mountains through the trees. A stroll here, with birdsong and the sound of the wind in the branches, is a perfect way to reset and recharge.
Take a walk while checking the bird information boards and more
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are there foreign-language brochures or information signs available? (If so, please let us know which languages are supported.)
An English brochure for “Shikotsu-Toya National Park” is available. In addition, many information signs include English.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Free Wi-Fi is available inside “Kyukamura Shikotsuko” and the “Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center.”
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Are there restrooms in the park?
There are restrooms at the parking lot in front of “Kyukamura Shikotsuko.” You can also find restrooms at the “Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center” and throughout the park grounds.
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