Mt.Apoi UNESCO Global Geopark

Understanding Geology

Words by Miyuki Shibata
Phographs by Michio Kurose
Translation by Xene Inc.

Mt. Apoi Geopark Visitor Center

At the Visitor Center near the trailhead, information about peridotite, flowers and the like is available.
138-1 Shirataki, Engaru, Hokkaido, Japan
Tel.:0158-48-2213
Website (Japanese)

479-7 Hirau Samani, Hokkaido, Japan
Tel.: 0146-36-3601
Hours: 9:00 to 17:00
Period: April to November
Closed: Open every day throughout the season (closed during year-end and New Year break)
Admission: Free

Samani Folk Museum

1 Kaisho-machi Samani, Hokkaido, Japan
Tel.: 0146-36-3335
Hours: 10:00 to 16:30
Closed: Every Monday and during year-end and New Year break
Admission: Free
Website (Japanese)


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