Tag Archives: Lake Toya

Hokkaido 2015 Pt V: Mt Usu

Posted on July 12, 2015 by tokyofox

Prior to our arrival in the area of Lake Toya neither Ethan or I were unaware of the volcanic lava-dome that is Shouwa-shinzan until we drove by it with a look of bewilderment on our faces. Intrigued by it we set … Continue reading →

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Hokkaido 2015 Pt IV: Lake Toya

Posted on July 9, 2015 by tokyofox

Having been unable to get any accommodation on our first night in Hokkaido we learned our lesson from thereon (not that either of us particularly minded spending a night or two in the car!) and booked a place to stay … Continue reading →

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Hokkaido 2015 Pt III: Mt Tarumae

Posted on July 6, 2015 by tokyofox

Prior to this trip to Hokkaido I was told time and time again that the end of June was the best time to visit and that there is no rainy season there. That may be true but it certainly doesn’t mean … Continue reading →

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