Hostel in Kawakami-gun, Japan

1 Hostel in Kawakami-gun available. Prices start from $4.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Kawakami-gun

"…Affordably priced and authentic home cooked Japanese meals are available at the YGH, as are a variety of 'learn by doing' programmes and open-air hot springs in the vicinity of the lake, all of … More

Hostel in Kawakami-gun, Japan

1 Hostel in Kawakami-gun available. Prices start from $9.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Kawakami-gun (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Kawakami-gun.

Kawakami-gun, Japan, belongs to the Kushiro Subprefecture in Hokkaido, the second-largest island in Japan. Kushiro is well known for its natural attractions such as Lake Toro, Lake Kussharo, and Kushiro Wetlands National Park. The area is very suitable for families, friends, and travel groups to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and biking. The unspoilt nature and the peaceful atmosphere are perfect for relaxing and leaving the hustle and bustle of a big city behind.

The climate in the region is humid continental. You can expect comparatively mild summers and winters where the average maximum temperature drops below zero degrees Celsius. Between June and August, the maximum temperatures range from fifteen to twenty-one degrees Celsius; sometimes temperatures up to thirty degrees Celsius are possible.

If you plan to visit Kawakami, there are many hotels and guesthouses in the area. Currently, the options for a Kawakami-gun, Japan hostel are extremely limited; what exists is located right next to Lake Kussharo. In the region, it is very recommendable to get around by car. Like that, you are more flexible and you can easily visit the natural attractions that require some traveling. No matter if you book a Kawakami-gun, Japan hostel, hotel, or guesthouse, you can always expect clean facilities and mostly free Wi-Fi, as well.

The Kushiro Wetlands National Park is the largest wetland in the country. The status as national park was designated in the late eighties. The region is the only natural habitat of the Japanese Cranes, which are an endangered species. If you want to find out more about these lovely birds, check out the Akan International Crane Centre. The place is a breeding centre and a sanctuary for cranes. Additionally, you can visit the museum there to get more information about the life of these beautiful animals.

Lake Kussharo is a scenic caldera lake, which is situated in Akan National Park. It has a surface area of almost eighty square kilometres and can be around a hundred and twenty metres deep. In the lake, there is a central island by the name of Nakajima. By the lake, you can find numerous hot springs and a sand beach with naturally heated sand. Another worth-visiting lake in Akan National Park is Lake Mashu -- it is said that this lake has some of the clearest waters worldwide.

Written by local enthusiast for Kawakami-gun hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Kawakami-gun hostels Flo

Kawakami-gun Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Kawakami-gun, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 1
Most Kawakami-gun hostels are located in Teshikaga-cho

FAQ about Kawakami-gun Hostels

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Other Nearby Cities

Teshikaga (9 Km / 6 mi.)
Hokkaido Shiretoko (49 Km / 30 mi.)
Kushiro (49 Km / 30 mi.)
Abashiri (71 Km / 44 mi.)
Rausu (88 Km / 55 mi.)
Kiyosato (93 Km / 58 mi.)
Obihiro (118 Km / 73 mi.)

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