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About Shikotsu-Toya National Park

　Shikotsu-Toya National Park was designated as Japan's 14th national park on May 16, 1949, shortly after the end of the war. Its total area is 99,302 hectares, of which the Lake Shikotsu area accounts for 29,852 hectares, or 30% of the total.
　It is made up of a range of mountains formed by various volcanic activities, including Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya, two of Japan's most famous caldera lakes.


Lake Shikotsu and Mount Tarumae and Mount Fuppushi

Protection and use of national parks

　National parks are managed by dividing them into special protection zones, special areas, and ordinary areas based on the level of their landscape.
　Special areas are further divided into special protection zones and areas of types 1 to 3 based on their importance.

　In Shikotsu-Toya National Park, the lava dome of Mt. Tarumae, Lake Okotanpe, Mt. Usu, Mt. Showa-Shinzan, Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Mt. Yotei, and other areas have been designated as special protection zones.
　In addition, "collective facility zones" have been established as bases for the prioritization of public park facilities, ensuring a healthy and comfortable environment. These zones are Lake Shikotsu Onsen, Jozankei, Lake Toyako Onsen, and Noboribetsu Onsen.

special protection area

　The Special Protection Area is the core area of ​​the park, where all activities are most strictly regulated.


Lake Okotampe
Lava dome of Mt. Tarumae

Special Region

　These areas have less stringent regulations than special protection areas and are necessary for protection or use.


Mount Fuppushi
Moss Cave

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