eastern Hokkaido

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Talk Event at Patagonia Sapporo Store — Tomoki Kokubun, July 11 (Sat)

Meta Description: Guide and photographer Tomoki Kokubun speaks at Patagonia Sapporo Store on July 11. Alongside the photo exhibition "The Pulse of Water," he'll share the story of 100km on the Kushiro River in his own words. Free admission, reservations required by phone.
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Ride Down, Walk Up — Connecting MKT Section 3 at Bihoro Pass

A half-day loop in eastern Hokkaido: descend Bihoro Pass by bicycle, then hike MKT Section 3 through forest, stream crossings, and the 1920 old road back to the pass. A bike-hike approach to section hiking that opens the trail to more people.
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Paddling the Kushiro River 100km — 2026 Packraft Expedition with Tomoki Kokubun

The 2026 Kushiro River Packraft Expedition covers 100km from Lake Kussharo through the Kushiro Wetlands to the Pacific over 5 days. Guided by Tomoki Kokubun. Beginners welcome. 4 spots available, ¥98,000.
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A Water Journey from the Kushiro River Headwaters — Packraft Tours with Tomoki Kokubun in Eastern Hokkaido

Tomoki Kokubun runs packraft tours from Lake Kussharo and the Kushiro River headwaters in Akan-Mashu National Park. Step-by-step programs from half-day introductions through multi-day river travel. Guide and photographer based in eastern Hokkaido.
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River Season Has Started — Time to Think About What’s Next

River season is here, and with it comes the planning — rivers to paddle, trails to walk, and routes that connect both. A reflection on what makes the trail-and-packraft combination so compelling, and where the season is heading.
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Packrafting the Kushiro River — A 2-Day River Trip Complete Guide

A full trip report and practical guide for packrafting the Kushiro River in eastern Hokkaido — route breakdown, difficulty, access, gear, safety notes, and what it's like to travel this river with a local guide.
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