Hokkaido Rusutsu Resort

Looking to explore Japan's vast wilderness?

Experiencing various activities in nature, surrounded by rivers and mountains, enjoying a relaxing vacation... doesn’t that sound nice?
If so, we highly recommend that you visit one of the largest mountain resorts in Hokkaido – Rusutsu Resort.

This article introduces attractions at Rusutsu Resort, one of the best travel destinations in Japan, in both text and video form.
Find your favorite thing to do among the various activities that Rusutsu Resort has to offer,

About Hokkaido Rusutsu Resort

Photo：Snowboarding

Rusutsu Resort is a travel destination in Japan located in Rusutsu Village, Hokkaido.
Surrounded by rich nature, the resort is visited by many tourists every year.
With a variety of facilities, such as an amusement park, ski resort, golf course, and tennis court, the resort makes for an enjoyable location for the whole family to enjoy.

Playing sports while experiencing the scenic beauty of Hokkaido is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Experience satisfying activities and a beautiful view that you can only find at Rusutsu Resort.

Activities at Hokkaido's Rusutsu Resort!

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Tourists can experience various kind of activities while enjoying the landscape of Hokkaido's Rusutsu Resort during the warm summer months.
In the midst of the Shiribetsu River's magnificent nature, you can enjoy rafting, family river rafting, kayaking, fly-fishing and other river activities.

Horseback riding, hot air balloon flights, orienteering, Mt. Yotei (羊蹄山, Yotei-zan), Panorama Terrace and the mountain bike tour are some of the most popular activities to enjoy in the great outdoors at Rusutsu.
The footage of hot air balloon flights and horseback riding starts from 2:30 in the video. Experience summer the way its meant to be enjoyed, with a trip the whole family can enjoy.

The best indoor activities are bouldering and handicraft workshops.
As the resort has extensive restaurants and hotels, your trip there will be a lifelong memory.

Rusutsu Resort's Number 1 Activity- Rafting

Photo：Rafting

Among the many activities that visitors can enjoy during the summer, rafting is definitely among the best.
You can see footage of this at 0:08 in the video.
Participants take a raft down about seven kilometers in Shiribetsu River surrounded by the beautiful nature in the foothills of Mt. Yotei.
Feel the thrill as you overcome the rivers rougher areas!
Working together as a family to overcome the powerful current is an exhilarating experience. It's something that's sure to make a life long memory.

The scenery of the course changes with the seasons, which is why rafting is one of the most popular outdoor sports in Hokkaido. Just watching the video you can tell how much fun they're having.

Summary of Rusutsu Resort

It may seem like we introduced a lot of thigns to do at Rusutsu resort, but there's still more than we could get to in this article.
The video shows a lot of the activities mentioned here, so we recommend checking it out if your interested!

Rusutsu Resort is surrounded by the vast nature of Japan.
As shown in the video, the resort has extensive facilities that both children and adults can enjoy. It's definitely a must-see tourist destination to throw on your bucket list.

◆Rusutsu Resort◆
【Address】13, Izumikawa, Rusutsu-mura, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 048-1711
【Public transportation】About two hours from Sapporo Station by bus/About two hours from New Chitose Airport by bus
【Fee】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website.
【Hours】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website.
【Closures】Depends on the facility. Please check information on the official website.
【Parking】Available
【Phone number】 (+81) 136-46-3331

【Official Website】Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention - Rusutsu - Japan
https://www.hokkaido-rusutsu.com/en-gb

【Tripadvisor】Rusutsu Resort
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1114488-d3536784-Reviews-Rusutsu_Resort-Rusutsu_mura_Abuta_gun_Hokkaido.html