Japan · Hokkaido
A little travel guide with Tabi
Start slowly, with one place.
Find a view and a small meal.
東川町
Higashikawa lies at the foot of the Daisetsuzan mountains. Plan separately for Michikusakan in town and the Asahidake Ropeway in the mountains.
This guide covers places within Higashikawa, rather than places immediately beside your app check-in.
01 · EXPLORE
Two different places: start with whichever interests you.
01A first-visit stop
道の駅ひがしかわ「道草館」
This town-centre roadside station offers visitor information and local products. The photograph shows the exterior in 2007. Check seasonal hours and New Year closures before visiting.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02A first-visit stop
旭岳ロープウェイ
The photograph shows Sugatami Station in fog in September 2011. The official calendar schedules closure from 16 November to 10 December 2026. Weather can also halt service; ask the visitor centre about snow and ground conditions.
Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.
02 · A LITTLE BITE
Locally grown rice is a signature product of Higashikawa. Look for varieties such as Yumepirika and Nanatsuboshi, and check origin labels and current products.
Official guide03 · YOUR FIRST WALK
Try the first destination’s permitted entrance → public areas. Choose the other stop after checking separate transport and access.
Check the walking routeCheck actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.
Information checked:
Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.
Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.
