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Points of Interest

Points of Interest

Come and connect with the Earth (geo),
learn about the history and culture of the Biei and Kamifurano Area,
and experience an abundance of nature!

Nukkakushi Crater (a.k.a. Ansei Crater)
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Nukkakushi Crater (a.k.a. Ansei Crater)

Nukkakushi Crater (a.k.a. Ansei Crater) is a ravine surrounded by three mountains, Mt.…

Unconformity between Ugetsuzawa Pyroclastic Flow Deposit and Bikai Formation
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Unconformity between Ugetsuzawa Pyroclastic Flow Deposit and Bikai Formation

You can observe unconformity which is an overlapping joint between deposit in the shal…

‘Okanokura’ (Literally ‘Hill Warehouse’)
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‘Okanokura’ (Literally ‘Hill Warehouse’)

The 'Okanokura' Roadside Station was originally built, using Biei Soft Stone, as a sto…

The Blue Pond
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The Blue Pond

The Blue Pond is a ‘check dam,’ made of concrete to protect the Biei River against dam…

Hinode Park (Literally ‘Sunrise Park’)
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Hinode Park (Literally ‘Sunrise Park’)

Hinode Park, on the north side of Kamifurano Town, is known for its viewing platform, …

The Daisetsuzan Mountain Range Alpine Zone
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The Daisetsuzan Mountain Range Alpine Zone

From Mt. Hakuundake to Mt. Tomuraushiyama, at over 1700m above sea level, runs a conti…

Points of Interest