Lake Toya Tsuruga Resort Hikari no uta is a distinct addition to the Noboribetsu area. This region, which has the warmest climate in Hokkaido, delights with majestic scenery throughout the change of seasons and time. Surrounded by nature, Hitari No Uta is the perfect base for activities and adventure tourism in Hokkaido's representative resort area of Lake Toya. Surrounded by a huge 56,000 square meter garden with beautiful plants and trees, Hitari No Uta is where Hokkaido's history and local environment harmonize. The hotel has open-air baths where you can feel the warmth of wood, along with top-class rooms and suites overlooking the refreshing scenery of Lake Toya, Mt. Usuzan, and Showa-shinzan. The accommodations feature the themes of “nature, family, history and culture” to suit the lifestyles of each guest, with most rooms affording private open-air onsens. Upscale dining experiences can be found in their French and Japanese restaurants with superb cocktails served in their warmly lit intimate bar.

The Japanese countryside is home to some astounding luxury hotels, and the Windsor Hotel is among them. This Hokkaido hotel is situated in a spectacular location on a mountain between Lake Toya and the Pacific Ocean. It boasts some of the most breathtaking views to be found on Japan’s northernmost island. There are both western rooms and a number of tatami-style rooms and suites. Rooms are spacious and fitted with all modern conveniences of any high-end hotel. The facilities are similarly first-rate and include a pool, spa and fitness center. There are 13 restaurants and lounges including Japanese, Vietnamese, an Italian brick-oven pizzeria and a French restaurant by Tablet favorite Michel Bras. Within the hotel grounds, guests can enjoy skiing, golf, tennis and the hot springs.