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Lake Toya (洞爺湖, Tōyako) 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 G8 summit which Japan hosted in July 2008. The leaders of the world's eight major industrialized democracies met at the Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa.

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Attractions

Lake Toya

1 Usuzan West Craters

Newly created by the year 2000 eruption.
User rating: 87/100 (20 votes)
Visited by: 49 users

2 Usuzan Ropeway

Leading close to the top of Mount Usu.
User rating: 79/100 (26 votes)
Visited by: 67 users

3 Showa Shinzan

A young volcano standing next to Usuzan.
User rating: 79/100 (42 votes)
Visited by: 103 users

4 Toyako Onsen

Touristy hot spring resort.
User rating: 79/100 (44 votes)
Visited by: 113 users

Nearby Attractions

1 Noboribetsu

Hokkaido's most famous hot spring resort.
User rating: 84/100 (152 votes)
Visited by: 356 users

2 Lake Shikotsu

Picturesque caldera lake near Sapporo.
User rating: 71/100 (47 votes)
Visited by: 123 users

Access and Orientation

Access and Orientation
How to get to and around Lake Toya.

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User Ratings

Ratings for Lake Toya:

japan-guide.com Rating:		outstanding
User Rating (by 99 users):	77/100	recommended

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