Shikaoi, town in Katō district, Hokkaido, Japan
Shikaoi is a small town in Kato District on Hokkaido in northern Japan. It sits on the fertile Tokachi Plain and is surrounded by fields, forests, and mountains, with Daisetsuzan National Park nearby and the mountain lake Shikaribetsu as a landmark of the region.
The town developed as an agricultural settlement in a fertile region where generations of farmers have worked the land. This heritage still shapes the rhythm of life and the connection between residents and farming, tied to the natural cycles of the seasons.
Explore the town on foot or by bike since it is small and quiet with local paths leading through fields and forests. Spring is best for cherry blossoms, summer for pleasant weather, and autumn for colorful foliage, while winter brings heavy snow.
The Tokachi Shikaoi Geopark displays the geological history of the region through rock formations and landscapes spanning millions of years. The visitor center uses 3D projection mapping to bring this ancient earth history to life in an interactive way.
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