Since there was no train access to Akan, we took Twinkle Bus tour (organised by JR Hokkaido) - cheap (JPY1000~2000 depending on pickup point) & convenient. Boarded the bus at our hotel in Shiretoko (doorstep pickup). Dropoff point in Akan was 2~3mins walk to Akan Royal Hotel.
Altho' hotel wasn't located next to the lake, everything (restaurant & shopping street)...
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