Akanko Ainu Kotan
Come into contact with Ainu culture that has preserved and passed on its traditions
Lake Akan Ainu Kotan, located in the Lake Akan Onsen Hot Spring Resort area, is one of the largest kotans (villages) in Hokkaido. The Ainu Kotan is one of the largest villages in Hokkaido and is home to about 120 Ainu people who have inherited their traditional culture and lifestyle. The Ainu people have coexisted with nature for centuries, and the Ainu history and culture can be felt at the Ainu Theater Ikoro, a permanent theater where Ainu dance performances are held, and the art museum Onnechise, which houses beautiful artifacts. The Ainu history and culture that coexisted with nature can be felt at these facilities.
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- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒085-0467
- Address
- 北海道釧路市阿寒町阿寒湖温泉
- Telephone Number
- 0154-67-2727（THE AKAN AINU INDUSTRIAL ARTS ASSOCIATION）
- Open
- Varies depending on the store.
- Closed
- Varies depending on the store.
- Car Park
- free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 80 minutes from JR Kushiro Station
●By car: About 60 minutes from Kushiro Airport
●By car: About 85 minutes from JR Kitami Station
●By car: About 120 minutes from JR Obihiro Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
