Your journey begins with a one hour and 30 minutes drive to Lake Shikotsu, a beautiful caldera lake.<br><br>After the quick stay at the lake shore, it's a short drive to the 7th station of Mt.Tarumae where the hike begin.<br><br>Trail is well-maintained but steep! It takes about one hour to reach the top of crater rim.<br><br>Once at the peak, directly in front of you lies the lava dome.<br><br>The views towards the lake below are spectacular, and on a clear day you can see Mt. Yotei and pacific ocean.<br><br>We can stop by onsen hot spring after the hike, please let us know in advance to our guide.