Taisetsu Observatory Espoir Bell
The town emblem, which also appears on the town’s welcome sign
This bell, a symbol of Kamikawa Town whose name derives from the French word for "hope," chimes beautifully every three hours starting at 9 a.m. The bell is the largest in Japan, and the view of the Daisetsuzan mountain range from the observation deck where the bell stands is truly magnificent.
Basic Info
- Location
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〒078-1775
北海道上川郡上川町 越路 - Fee
- free
- Parking lot
- Yes (free)
- Access
- By
car, about 60 minutes
from JR Asahikawa Station, about 60 minutes
from Asahikawa Airport If
you are coming by JR ・Nearest station: Get off at "Kamikawa Station" on the JR Sekihoku Main Line, about 30 minutes
on foot If
you come by local bus, get off at the Hokkaido Bus No. 81 Sounkyo/Kamikawa Line
"Kamikawa Forest Terrace Bus Touch" (in front of JR Kamikawa Station) bus stop, 30 minutes on foot - Remarks
- 【Business Period】
Early May ~ Late October - Related Links
- Kamikawa Town Hall - Heavy Snow Observatory Espoir Bell -
※ Please check the official website of the facility/business for the latest information.
