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Lake Toya Travel Guide
 
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Lake Toya (Toyako) is part of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park. In addition to the lake itself, the Toyako region features hot springs and an active volcano, Mount Usu, which last erupted in the year 2000. The area also offers many fishing, hiking, and camping opportunities.

The picturesque lake was chosen as the location of the the G8 summit which Japan hosted from July 7 to 9, 2008. The leaders of the world's eight major industrialized democracies met at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa.

Attractions
Lake Toya
Showa Shinzan (2) A young volcano standing next to Usuzan.
Usuzan Ropeway (3) Leading close to the top of Mount Usu.
Usuzan West Craters (4) Newly created by the year 2000 eruption.
Toyako Onsen (1) Touristy hot spring resort.
Nearby Attractions
Noboribetsu Hokkaido's most famous hot spring resort.
Lake Shikotsu Picturesque caldera lake near Sapporo.
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Free Plan Hokkaido Luxury Hotel Stay
Two nights' stay in a Junior Suite at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort and Spa and a 1-night stay in Sapporo.

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October 14, 2009

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