Akan, Mashu, KussharoAkan-Mashu National Park

Kiyosato Shochu was born out of the pristine, natural spring water flowing from the foot of Mt. Sharidake and potatoes grown on Hokkaido land that, despite the frigid winters, remains fertile and productive. At Kiyosato Shochu Distillery, you can take a tour of the distillery and its facilities free of charge (*Note that there are certain periods during the winter when the distillery is closed to tours. Please contact the distillery in advance.)

The nearby Kiyoru Information Center offers a splendid view of Mt. Sharidake from the large window in its cafe, and here, you can enjoy udon noodles made from locally produced flour, soft-serve ice cream made with local milk, and more. Kiyoru also provides sightseeing and regional information and sells local specialty products, making it another worthwhile stop during your trip.