Take a leisurely stroll along a variety of routes at the top of the mountain

The next thing we would like to introduce is the Hakkoda Ropeway, which is located in the northern part of Towada-Hachimantai National Park. From the gondola, you can get a panoramic view of the Hakkoda mountain range that changes with the seasons, and if the weather is good, you can see all the way to Aomori city, Mutsu Bay, Tsugaru Peninsula, Shimokita Peninsula, and Mt. Iwaki.

Now, after about 10 minutes one way on the gondola, we arrived at Tamoyasu-dake's ''Sancho Koen Station''. The area is dotted with ponds and marshes, and is a treasure trove of alpine plants. There are several walking trails in the area, and there are several routes to choose from, ranging from a 30-minute walking course to a 4-hour mountain climbing course.

The Hakkoda Gourd Line is a 1.8km promenade that goes around Tamotawa Wetland and is named ''Gourd'' because its shape resembles a gourd when viewed from above. Another great feature is that the footing is well-maintained, so you can easily walk around even in sneakers. Wetlands are dotted all along the road, and the variety of alpine plants growing densely there is a feast for the eyes.

Activities in the fresh air will refresh your body to the core.