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Mt. Io, meaning "Sulphur Mountain," is a lava dome spewing steam and sulphur gases. Tourists can walk and easily see the sulphur and steam vents. 1 views
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Literally nicknamed "Sulfur Mountain," Mt. Io is a convenient, steaming tourist attraction between Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu. The mountain's Ainu name is "Atosa-nupuri," meaning "naked mountain" since it hardly has an1 views
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Since there was no machinery in those days, mining operations were done manually with a pick and shovel. Prison labor was used for the mining. The sulphur was then loaded on horseback and boats to Kushiro.1 views
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After the mining operation closed in 1896, the Hokkaido government bought the railway. Today, this railway is connected to JR Senmo Line which opened in 1931.1 views
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Lake Kussharo has two tourist areas. One is here at Sunayu. 砂湯1 views
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Lake Kussharo was also known for the "Kusshi" legend similar to the Loch Ness Monster, "Nessie." Credible sightings of Kussi were widely reported from 1973-1974, but stopped after the 2000s.1 viewsThis is an old statue displayed at JR Bihoro Station. Newer statue is at Sunayu near the lake shore.
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Boats can be rented at Sunayu. In May 1938, the Kussharo Earthquake had sulfates seep into the lake from the lake bottom, making the water too acidic (pH4) for fish which got wiped out. 1 views
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By the 2000s, the water acidity decreased enough to introduce fish which could endure the acidity. Only small stocks of rainbow trout, Kokanee, and Masu salmon are now in the lake. The lake has no fishing industry.1 views
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Wakoto Peninsula's west side.1 views
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Wakoto Peninsula1 views
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Mt. Usu in the Lake Toya area can be seen.1 views
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If you're lucky, you might see whales and dolphins.1 views
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Bell of Happiness on the lookout deck.1 views
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About Cape Chikyu in Japanese.1 views
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About Cape Chikiu Lighthouse.1 views
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Etomo-Rinkai Park waterfront.1 views
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Hakucho Bridge, Muroran. Built in 1998. 白鳥大橋1 views
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View of Hakucho Bridge that goes from the tip of Etomo Peninsula back to mainland Hokkaido.1 views
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Hakucho Bridge, Muroran. 白鳥大橋1 views
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Hakucho Bridge ramp.1 views
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Hakucho Bridge memorial stone.1 views
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Hakucho Bridge Memorial Museum1 views
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History of Muroran Port.1 views
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The museum also has a balcony with views of Hakucho Bridge.1 views
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Roadside Station Mitara Muroran gift shop sells mainly edibles.1 views
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Bought a pair of Muroran manju.1 views
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Driving on Hakucho Bridge to mainland Hokkaido.1 views
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View of the Muroran steel plant from Hakucho Bridge.1 views
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Steel factory in Muroran.1 views
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Old locomotive displayed near the old JR Muroran Station.1 views
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Former JR Muroran Station.1 views
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Near Cape Chikyu, Tokkarisho scenic point has dramatic sea cliffs. トッカリショ展望台1 views
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Entrance to Mashu Maru.1 views
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Mashu Maru floor layout on two decks.1 views
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Third floor deck.1 views
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Museum space in Mashu Maru. There are some Second Class seats as well on the right.1 views
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Bow of Mashu Maru with Mt. Hakodateyama in the background.1 views
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Top deck of Mashu Maru.1 views
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Pictures of recent Seikan ferries.1 views
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Map of Hakodate.1 views
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Map of the area around JR Hakodate Station.1 views
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Hokkaido Shinkansen does not stop at JR Hakodate Station. It stops at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station slightly north. Also stops at Kikonai Station slightly south.1 views
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Inside JR Hakodate Station.1 views
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Map around Hakodate Station.1 views
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Hakodate Morning Market 函館朝市1 views
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In front of Hakodate Station.1 views
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Hakodate Ekimae Station on the tram.1 views
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