Shikaribetsu Volcanic Group

Shikaribetsu Volcanic Group is a collection of volcanic formations in Tokachi Subprefecture centered around Lake Shikaribetsu, featuring several lava domes with Mount Kita Petoutoru as the highest peak at 1,401 meters. The area is part of Daisetsuzan National Park and shows layered geological structures across its ridges and slopes.

The volcanic group formed approximately 1 million years ago through successive phases of volcanic activity and lava dome construction. This long geological history created the complex landscape of ridges and peaks visible today.

The Daisetsuzan National Park, which includes this volcanic group, maintains deep connections with local communities who have adapted to life near active volcanoes.

The area is accessible by bus from nearby train stations, with designated viewing areas positioned around the lake and main peaks. Summer and early autumn offer the easiest access when mountain conditions are most stable.

Natural hot springs scatter throughout the volcanic group with temperatures that shift based on volcanic activity levels beneath the surface. These geothermal features serve as living indicators of the ongoing processes shaping the landscape.

Location: Tokachi Subprefecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,401 m

Made from material: andesite

GPS coordinates: 43.25000,143.11667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21