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- About Your Stay
- About Guest Rooms
- About Dining
- About the Hot Spring
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- Access
- Nearby Information
- Celebrations & Anniversaries
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About the Provision of Amenities
in Guest Rooms and Public Baths
As part of the Tsuruga Group's commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and in accordance with Japan's "Act on Promotion of Resource Circulation for Plastics," which came into effect on April 1, 2022, we have revised the way certain plastic amenities are provided in our guest rooms and public baths as follows.
We kindly ask for your understanding and cooperation in bringing your own amenities whenever possible as part of our efforts to protect the global environment.
Applicable amenities: Toothbrush, Razor, Hair Brush, Comb, Shower Cap
Amenities Not Provided in Guest Rooms
(Available at the Front Desk or Amenity Bar)
Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga / THE FOREST Akan TSURUGA RESORT / Tsuruga Lake Akan Lodge TURANO / Lake Kussharo Tsuruga Auberge SoRa / Saromako Tsuruga Resort / Hokuten no Oka Abashiriko Tsuruga Resort
Amenities Provided in Guest Rooms
Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga Bekkan / Akan Tsuruga Besso HINANOZA / Hokuten no Oka Abashiriko Tsuruga Resort KOHKO no ZA / Shikotsuko Tsuruga Resort Spa MIZU no UTA / Shikotsuko Tsuruga Besso AO no ZA / Jozankei Tsuruga Resort Spa MORI no UTA / Niseko Konbu Onsen Tsuruga Besso MOKU no SHO / Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort HIKARI no UTA / Hakodate Onuma Tsuruga Resort EPUY /
Amenities Are Not Provided in Public Baths (All Properties)
Going forward, all Tsuruga Group properties will gradually transition to environmentally friendly materials such as bamboo products, biomass-based products, and recycled plastics, while also promoting the reuse of amenities.
About Your Stay
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What time is check-in?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Guests staying in the Annex "MIYABI" may check in from 2:00 PM.
*Check-in time may vary depending on your accommodation plan. -
What time is check-out?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Guests staying in the Annex "MIYABI" may check out until 11:00 AM. -
What do I need for check-in?
Foreign guests visiting Japan from overseas and foreign nationals residing in Japan are required to present their passport at check-in.
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Do you accept QR code, barcode, or mobile payment services?
PayPay is accepted at the gift shop, and au PAY is accepted at the front desk.
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Which credit cards are accepted? Can I pay by credit card in advance?
We accept major credit cards, including VISA, JCB, Mastercard, American Express (AMEX), and UFJ NICOS.
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Can I send my luggage to the hotel in advance?
If you send your luggage to the hotel before your arrival:
We will keep it for you until your arrival. Please write the following information on the shipping label:
(1) Name of the reservation holder
(2) Scheduled date of arrival
Please bring the shipping receipt with you on the day of check-in.
Shipping Address:
4-6-10 Akanko Onsen, Akan-cho, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0467, Japan
Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga
TEL: +81-154-67-4000
*We also accept refrigerated and frozen deliveries. -
Can I send parcels from the hotel?
Domestic and international parcel shipping services are available at the gift shop. Shipping boxes are also available for purchase.
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Where can I store my valuables?
A safety deposit box is provided in every guest room.
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Are children's amenities and baby equipment available?
Families with infants and young children are warmly welcome.
*Although we do not have guest rooms specifically designed for children, we offer a variety of services for babies.
• Diaper disposal bin (with bags)
• Baby bathtub and baby bath chair (free of charge)
• Baby crib (¥1,100 per crib, per night, tax included)
Please enter your request in the remarks section when making your reservation.
*Items are available in limited quantities.
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Will I be charged a cancellation fee?
Cancellation Policy
14 to 8 days before the check-in date: 10% of the accommodation charge
7 to 2 days before the check-in date: 30% of the accommodation charge
1 day before the check-in date: 50% of the accommodation charge
On the check-in date or in case of a no-show: 100% of the accommodation charge
*If the travel package you booked has its own cancellation policy, that policy will apply.
For more information, please refer to our Accommodation Terms and Conditions.
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/files/images/pdf/yakkan_tsuruga.pdf -
Please tell me about the hot spring tax and accommodation tax.
Hot Spring Tax
In accordance with the Kushiro City Tax Ordinance, the following hot spring tax is charged.
From April 1, 2025: ¥300 per adult, per night.
Accommodation Tax
An accommodation tax will be introduced for stays from April 1, 2026.
Taxable Guests
All guests, including children.
Tax Amount
The tax amount varies depending on the accommodation fee per person per night.
Up to ¥19,999: ¥300 (Hokkaido: ¥100 / Kushiro City: ¥200)
¥20,000–¥49,999: ¥400 (Hokkaido: ¥200 / Kushiro City: ¥200)
¥50,000 or more: ¥700 (Hokkaido: ¥500 / Kushiro City: ¥200)
Room Information
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Please tell me about the roomwear (pajamas/yukata).
Children's yukata are not available; however, we offer a wide range of children's samue (traditional lounge wear). Please feel free to use them.
Available children's samue sizes:
・90–110 cm
・110–130 cm
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What amenities are provided?
Guest room amenities and facilities include roomwear, tabi socks, bath towels, face towels, body towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, lotion, moisturizing milk, and more.
At the amenity bars located on the 1st floor of the Main Building and Wings Building, toothbrushes, cotton sets, hairbrushes, razors, and shower caps are available. -
What kind of view can I enjoy from the room?
Lake-view rooms are available only in the following room types:
Annex MIYABI (selected rooms)
Japanese-Western Rooms, Western Rooms with Open-air Bath, Special View Rooms with Hot Spring, Japanese-Western Special Rooms with View Bath, Japanese-Western Special Rooms, Lake-side Group Special Rooms, Executive Suite "Senju," Presidential Suite "Shusou"
Main Building
Lake-side Group Rooms in Shiori Wing
Wings Building
Lake-side Rooms and Lake Garden View Suites
Unfortunately, lake views are not available from other room types.
Thank you for your understanding.
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/rooms/ -
Do you have non-smoking and smoking rooms?
All guest rooms are non-smoking, including electronic and heated tobacco products.
Smoking rooms are available on the 2nd floor of the Main Building (next to the game corner) and on the 1st floor of the Wings Building (next to SIRI). -
Are the in-room baths hot spring baths?
The following room types feature natural hot spring baths:
Annex
Rooms with Open-air Bath, Japanese-Western Special Rooms with View Bath, Special View Rooms with Hot Spring
Presidential Suite
Presidential Suite "Shusou"
*All other guest rooms have regular heated bath water. -
Is Wi-Fi available?
Free internet access is available in all guest rooms. Signal strength may vary depending on your location or network usage. If the connection is weak, please use the Wi-Fi available in the first-floor lobby.
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Is drinking water provided in the room?
Complimentary bottled mineral water is provided in Annex guest rooms.
Tap water in all rooms is safe to drink. -
Please tell me about the air conditioning in the guest rooms.
The hotel operates seasonal central air conditioning (cooling/heating).
Individual temperature adjustment is not available. Thank you for your understanding. -
What facilities are available in the guest rooms?
Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, humidifier/air purifier, telephone, hair dryer, refrigerator, electric kettle, instant coffee, tea, drinking glasses, coffee cups, spoons, in-room safe, and an information pen.
About Dining
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Please tell me about dinner.
For dinner, we offer buffet restaurants (Tenga and HAPO) as well as the Japanese restaurant Hokurikyu.
You can choose from buffet or traditional Japanese set meal plans.
Menus vary depending on the season. Please contact us by phone for details.
Banquet halls are also available. -
Please tell me about breakfast.
Breakfast is served at the buffet restaurant and the Japanese restaurant Hokurikyu.
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Do you serve lunch?
The lunch buffet is currently unavailable.
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Is room service or in-room dining available?
We apologize, but meals cannot be served in guest rooms.
Thank you for your understanding. -
Please tell me about the bars in the hotel.
The Guest Lounge "Apeso" is located on the 1st floor of the Wings Building.
We invite you to enjoy your time there.
Opening hours: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Last Order: 10:30 PM)
The club "Fukurou no Shiro" is located in the basement of the Main Building.
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Is there a restaurant open late at night?
Guests staying in the Annex are offered a complimentary late-night snack service.
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May I bring my own food and drinks?
You are welcome to bring food and beverages into your guest room.
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Can you accommodate food allergies or ingredients I cannot eat?
About allergy-friendly meals
If you require changes to your meal due to allergies or dietary restrictions, please contact us by phone as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. We will do our best to accommodate your request within the scope of your meal plan. To ensure a comfortable stay and dining experience, we kindly ask that you contact us as early as possible.
TEL: +81-154-67-4000 (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
E-mail: tsuruga@tsuruga.com
*For buffet meals, we do not provide individually prepared alternative dishes. Allergy information for the eight specified allergenic ingredients is displayed next to each dish. Please check the labels and make your own judgment before consuming the food.
About the Hot Springs
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Can I use the hot springs without staying overnight (day-use)?
Yes, day-use hot spring bathing is available.
For details, please visit:
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Please tell me about the private and family hot springs.
Reservations for the family/private bath can be made by phone.
TEL: +81-154-67-4000 (9:00–18:00)
Please use the private family bath "Hanatachibana-no-Yu" located on the 8th floor (reservation required).
The fee is ¥2,200 (tax included) for one 75-minute session.
(The fee is per room, regardless of the number of guests.)
Available from 3:00 PM to 11:45 PM.
Start times are: 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM, 9:00 PM, and 10:30 PM.
* Guests who are unable to use the public bath due to physical disabilities or other reasons may use the facility free of charge with priority.
* The annex also offers guest rooms with private open-air hot spring baths. -
Please tell me about the public baths and open-air baths.
Large public baths are available in both the Main Building and the Wings Building, and guests may use both facilities.
Main Building
There are two bath areas: "Hougaden" on the 1st floor and "Amanohara" on the 8th floor. The men's and women's baths alternate depending on the day and time. Both floors feature open-air baths.
Public Bath Schedule
Odd-numbered days:
Women: 8F Amanohara 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Women: 1F Hougaden 10:30 PM – 10:00 AM
Men: 1F Hougaden 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Men: 8F Amanohara 10:30 PM – 10:00 AM
Even-numbered days:
Women: 1F Hougaden 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Women: 8F Amanohara 10:30 PM – 10:00 AM
Men: 8F Amanohara 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Men: 1F Hougaden 10:30 PM – 10:00 AM
* The schedule may change without prior notice.
* The open-air baths and rooftop sauna may be closed depending on weather conditions.
Wings Building
The men's public bath is on the 2nd floor, and the women's public bath is on the 3rd floor.
* Indoor baths only; there are no open-air baths.
Hours: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
For more information, please visit:
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Can infants and toddlers use the public bath?
If requested when making your reservation, we will prepare a diaper disposal bin (bag).
Baby bathtubs and baby bath chairs are also available for loan.
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Up to what age may children enter the opposite-sex bath?
Children aged 6 and under may accompany a parent or guardian into the opposite-sex public bath and changing room.
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Please tell me about the bedrock sauna (Ganbanyoku).
Main Building 8F (Free)
Hours: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Last admission: 11:30 PM)
* Please note that usage times differ for men and women.
Wings Building - Ganban Spa "Suma"
Reception: 2F
Hours: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last admission: 9:00 PM)
Fee for overnight guests: ¥1,100 per person (tax included)
Facilities include:
• Women's high-temperature room "Nupu"
• Mixed high-temperature room "Poru"
• Mixed low-temperature room "Nochiu"
• Relaxation room "Nikaopu"
• Cool room "Torasanpe"
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Can guests with tattoos use the public bath?
Guests with tattoos are not permitted to use the public baths.
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Please tell me about the hot spring water quality and health benefits.
Main Building Public Bath
Spring Quality
Simple Hot Spring
Benefits
May help relieve neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, motor paralysis, joint stiffness, bruises, sprains, sensitivity to cold, chronic digestive disorders, hemorrhoids, fatigue, and promote overall wellness.
Wings Building Public Bath
Spring Quality
Sodium-Magnesium-Calcium Bicarbonate & Chloride Spring
(Former classification: Saline Bicarbonate Spring)
Benefits
May help relieve fatigue, neuralgia, muscular rheumatism, chronic arthritis, and related conditions. -
Are towels provided at the public baths?
Towels are not provided at the public baths.
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Can I use only the bedrock sauna?
Yes. Overnight guests may use only the bedrock sauna if they wish.
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Are there any medical conditions that prevent bathing?
As a general guideline, guests with the following conditions are advised not to bathe:
Acute illnesses (including fever), active tuberculosis, malignant tumors, serious heart disease, respiratory failure, kidney failure, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, and pregnancy (especially during the early and late stages).
About Hotel Facilities
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Do you have a laundry service or coin-operated laundry?
A coin-operated laundry is available. Washing machines cost JPY 300 per use, and dryers cost JPY 100 for 30 minutes.
It is located in the corridor connecting the Main Building and the Wings Building. -
Do you have barrier-free facilities?
We have four barrier-free guest rooms available.
In addition, our private family bath is equipped with a lift, making it accessible for wheelchair users.
For reservations and room rates, please contact us directly by phone.
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Is there a relaxation or spa facility?
Spa Treatment Pirka is located on the 9th floor.
Business hours: 15:30–23:00 (last admission)
Location: 9F Relaxation Room (accessible via the stairs beside the large public bath on the 8th floor)
For details, please visit:
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/spa/#pirika
Advance reservations are accepted by phone.
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Where can I smoke?
Smoking rooms are located on the 2nd floor of the Main Building and on the 1st floor of the Wings Building (next to SIRI).
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Do you have karaoke facilities?
We have two private karaoke rooms, "Tsuki" and "Gen."
Reservations are available. Please feel free to contact us.
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Is there a fitness gym?
The fitness studio "MOBI FIT STAND produced by JOYFIT" is located on the 2nd floor of the Wings Building.
Please check the following page for business hours and details.
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Tell me about the gift shop.
On the 1st floor of the Main Building, you will find shops selling Akanko woodcrafts, Hokkaido specialties, Tsuruga original products, and fashion items.
THE NORTH FACE shops are also located on the 1st floor of both the Main Building and the Wings Building.
Souvenir Shop "Hyakkaen" (Main Building 1F)
A wide selection of Hokkaido sweets, seafood products, popular character goods, and Tsuruga original items.
Opening Hours: 7:30–11:00 / 14:00–21:30
THE NORTH FACE SHOP (Main Building 1F / Wings Building 1F)
One of the largest THE NORTH FACE stores in eastern Hokkaido.
Opening Hours: 7:30–11:00 / 15:00–21:00
For details, please visit:
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/facilities/
*There are also woodcarving workshops and other specialty shops.
*Non-staying guests are also welcome to use these facilities. -
Are there vending machines?
Vending machines are located beside the gift shop on the 1st floor of the Main Building, on the 2nd floor, near elevator halls on each floor, and in the public bath areas.
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Is there a game arcade or other entertainment facility?
There is a game corner on the 2nd floor of the Main Building.
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Are there accessible restrooms?
Accessible restrooms are available on the 2nd floor of the Main Building and the 1st floor of the Wings Building.
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Are there cigarette vending machines?
There are no cigarette vending machines in the hotel.
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Do you have meeting rooms or banquet halls?
We have banquet halls of various sizes, including one that can accommodate up to 150 guests.
For details, please contact us.
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/facilities/
Meeting Room: "Hibiki" is located on the 8th floor of Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga and can accommodate up to 40 guests. -
Can I borrow a computer?
We are sorry, but laptop computers are not available for rental.
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What items are available for rental?
The following items are available free of charge (subject to availability):
Tableware (plates, cups, glasses, wine glasses), trouser press, iron, wheelchair, playing cards, and more. -
Can I borrow a wheelchair?
Wheelchairs are available free of charge.
As quantities are limited, please request one in advance.
Wheelchairs are for use within the hotel only.
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Can I borrow a phone charger or mobile battery?
Phone chargers are available for loan at the front desk.
Please note that quantities are limited. -
Do you offer colorful yukata rentals?
Guests staying in the Annex may borrow colorful yukata in addition to the provided samue.
Access
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Can you tell me about the parking lot?
Our parking lot is located a short distance from the hotel.
Upon arrival at the main entrance of the Main Building, our staff will guide you to the parking area. After that, we kindly ask you to drive your vehicle to the parking lot yourself.
*Please note that the parking location may vary depending on the day. To ensure smooth guidance, please do not proceed directly to the parking lot without first stopping at the Main Building entrance.
When you depart, we will provide transportation from the Main Building to the parking lot. -
Is there a shuttle bus service?
We sincerely apologize, but we currently do not offer a complimentary shuttle bus service to the hotel.
*However, we do provide transportation from the hotel to the Akan Lake Bus Terminal. Please contact us by phone or inquire at the front desk on the day of your stay.
Depending on the season and schedule, various shuttle bus services (some paid and requiring advance reservations) may also be available.
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How can I get to the hotel?
From Kushiro Station
Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by car, rental car, or taxi, or about 1 hour and 55 minutes by local bus.
From Obihiro Station
Approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes by car, rental car, or taxi.
From Sapporo Station
Approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes by car or rental car.
By Train and Bus
JR Sapporo Station → JR Obihiro Station → JR Kushiro Station → Hotel (approx. 6 hours)
New Chitose Airport → Hotel (approx. 6 hours 30 minutes)
From Kushiro Airport
Please see the following page for details:
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/access/
From Memanbetsu Airport
Please see the following page for details:
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Can I use the parking lot before check-in or after check-out?
You may use the parking lot from 12:00 noon on the day of check-in. However, depending on the day's conditions, there may be a wait before you can be guided to the parking area.
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Can you arrange a taxi for me?
Yes, we are happy to arrange a taxi for you. Please feel free to ask at the front desk.
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Do you offer bicycle rentals?
Fat bike rentals are available at "TSURUGA ADVENTURE BASE SIRI" on the 1st floor of the Wings Building.
Location: 1st Floor, Wings Building
Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
For more information, please visit:
http://tsuruga-adventure.com/
Nearby Information
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Can you recommend nearby sightseeing attractions?
There are many attractions around Lake Akan. Eastern Hokkaido, where Lake Akan is located, offers a variety of scenic destinations, and downtown Kushiro is only about one hour away by bus. If you venture a little farther, you can also visit famous attractions such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shiretoko, Lake Mashu, and Lake Kussharo. In addition, there is a hot spring town just a few minutes' walk from our hotel.
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Are there any convenience stores or supermarkets nearby?
There is a Lawson convenience store approximately a 1-minute walk from the hotel.
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Are there places nearby for forest walks or nature strolls?
Near the hotel, there is a sightseeing spot called Bokke at Lake Akan. The path leading there is a pleasant forest trail where you can enjoy walking and forest bathing.
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Is there an ATM nearby?
ATMs are available at the Lawson convenience store about a 1-minute walk away, a local credit union about a 5-minute walk away, and the Akanko Post Office about an 8-minute walk away.
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Is there a hospital nearby?
Akanko Clinic is located about 5 minutes away by car. During nighttime or on holidays, the Kushiro Night Emergency Medical Center is available in Kushiro City, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes away by car.
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Are there any hiking or mountain climbing spots nearby?
Mount Oakan, an active volcano with an elevation of 1,370 meters, is located southeast of Lake Akan and is a popular hiking destination.
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Is there a post office nearby?
The Akanko Post Office is located about an 8-minute walk from the hotel.
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Can I book optional tours?
Adventure tours around Lake Akan are available through "TSURUGA ADVENTURE BASE SIRI" on the 1st floor of the Wings Building.
Enjoy a variety of outdoor activities and nature experiences in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Akan.
Location: 1st Floor, Wings Building
Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
For more information, please visit:
http://tsuruga-adventure.com/
Celebrations & Special Occasions
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Can you help arrange birthdays or anniversary celebrations?
We can arrange celebration cakes, champagne, flower bouquets, and other special requests.
We are happy to help you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions with your family, friends, or partner.
Please note that same-day arrangements are not available.
Depending on the item requested, several days may be required for preparation.
For more information, please contact us by phone.
TEL: +81-154-67-4000 (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)
Other
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Are pets allowed?
Only dogs can be kept in cages at the pet house located within the hotel facilities.
Advance reservation is required. When making your accommodation reservation, please be sure to write your request to use the pet house and your dog's breed in the comments section.
Fee: ¥2,200 per night (tax included)
・Copy of rabies vaccination certificate (vaccination must have been administered within the past year)
・Copy of a certificate for a combination vaccine of 5 or more types (vaccination must have been administered within the past year)
Photos of the pet house are available here.
https://www.tsuruga.com/en/facilities/
Also, at our sister hotel "Lake Akan Lodge Turano", guests can stay together with their dogs.
Please consider this option as well.
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Is there a curfew?
The main building entrance is open 24 hours a day.



