Lake Toya, Hokkaido - a masterpiece of nature.

Lake Toya is a caldera lake formed by volcanic activity. The circumference of the lake is about 50 km, and the surface area is about 70.7 square kilometers. The lake is very clear, offering beautiful scenery. Lake Toya is the center of Shikotsu-Toya National Park and the ninth largest lake in Japan. It is a nearly circular caldera lake formed by a massive volcanic eruption about 110,000 years ago. There are four islands in the lake formed by volcanic eruptions, the largest of which is Oshima Island, which can be reached by sightseeing boat. The southwest shore is lined with inns and hotels in Toyako Onsen, the main departure point for buses and sightseeing boats. Lake Toya is listed as a Japanese Geopark and a Global Geopark, and has been selected as one of the "100 Scenic Spots of Japan" and "100 New Japanese Travel Destinations". There are many tourist attractions in the surrounding area. Representative attractions include Toyako Onsen, Showa Shinzan, and Mount Usu. Toyako Onsen is located on the lakeside, where you can enjoy the hot springs while enjoying the lake view, making it a popular attraction. The mountain and lake scenery formed by Showa Shinzan, Mount Usu, and Mount Yotei in the distance is known as one of the three major landscapes of Hokkaido. At Lake Toya, you can enjoy a variety of activities. A cruise on the lake is one of the most popular activities, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. In addition, there are water sports such as kayaking, boating, and fishing in the lake area, where you can enjoy the charm of nature. In winter, you can experience skiing and snowboarding in the surrounding mountains, and the charm of Lake Toya is that you can experience a variety of activities in different seasons.