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Kamuy Kotan

Kamuikotan, called "Kamui (god) Kotan (village)" in Ainu language, has long been considered a sacred place for the Ainu people. Located on the border where the Ishikari River flows out of the Kamikawa Basin into the Ishikari Plain, this valley is a scenic spot with a 10-km stretch of oddly shaped rocks and bizarre stones. There is a suspension bridge across the river from which visitors can view the valley. The Kamuikotan Pit Dwelling Ruins, designated as a Hokkaido Historical Site, and stone circles are scattered throughout the area, indicating that a settlement existed here from ancient times. The area is also famous for its autumn foliage, and the Kotan Festival is held every year on the autumnal equinox. The Ainu culture is passed down through traditional Ainu ceremonies and dances.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport

General Information

Address
北海道旭川市神居町神居古潭
Telephone Number
0166-23-0090(Asahikawa Tourist & Convention Association)
Prices
free
Car Park
free
Directions
● About 40 minutes by car from JR Asahikawa Station
● About 50 minutes by car from Asahikawa Airport
● About 30 minutes from JR Asahikawa Station by Dohoku Bus bound for Rumoi, or Chuo Bus bound for Ashibetsu, Fukagawa, get off at "Yumedono Kannon-mae"
Website

Asahikawa Tourist & Convention Association

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

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