About Us
The Doto Trail Club, a general incorporated association, is engaged in a variety of activities related to the maintenance and operation of trails in eastern Hokkaido. We aim to foster a "walking culture" in eastern Hokkaido through trails, and to create connections between people and between people and nature, thereby realizing a prosperous future.
Our
Mission
Creating a prosperous future through a walking journey through eastern Hokkaido
Our mission is to "create a prosperous future through walking journeys in Eastern Hokkaido," and we will continue to connect trails to Eastern Hokkaido, where the vast land and the life that lives there shines forth.
There are many encounters on a walking journey. The encounters and discoveries you make on long walking journeys make your life just a little richer. I envision a future where the richness felt through walking journeys resonates, and a richer world spreads from eastern Hokkaido.
We will connect the people who live in this area with those who visit the area on a "walking journey" that will enrich their hearts.
The trail leads us to many different encounters. Through the trail, people who live in eastern Hokkaido and those who visit the area can meet and connect with each other, creating a "walking journey" that allows people to experience the richness of living together.
We will spread the appeal of walking travel and foster a walking culture.
As people walk and others support them, a "walking culture" will gradually be cultivated. To achieve this, we need to spread the appeal of walking trips and continue to connect the trails.
Our
Vision
Our
Value
Let's start with walking
A trail only becomes a "path" when someone walks on it. We envision a world where walking on a trail brings a sense of richness, and we value the act of "walking" above all else. We invite you to join us in this journey.
Sharing and Respect
When walking the trail, you will encounter many different experiences. Happy, sad, fun, and difficult times. Sharing these moments can warm your heart. Because the trail is connected and supported by so many people, we value the attitude of mutual respect.
Our team
Takahiro Ogino
representative director
Originally from Osaka City, he moved to Teshikaga Town, Hokkaido in 2023. He is involved with trails in various ways, from trail management and operation to guiding and maintenance. He wants to help develop trails that will enrich the hearts of both those who live in and visit eastern Hokkaido.
Minami Kakuta
staff
Originally from Tokyo, he moved to Teshikaga, Hokkaido in 2020. After living in Spain and Canada, he now lives in the wilderness. He walked approximately 1,000km of the Spanish pilgrimage route Camino de Santiago and discovered the joy of walking at his own pace while interacting with others.
Miyuki Nakamura
director
Originally from Hokkaido, he worked in the management and operation of the Michinoku Coastal Trail for about three years before moving to Nakashibetsu, Hokkaido in 2022, where he began working on the Hokkaido East Trail. He loves nature and is exploring community development through trails.
