2025 Shari Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Abashiri Travel Experience ❄️🚗 🗓️ Day 1 In the morning, I arrived at Memanbetsu Airport from Haneda Airport on flight JL565. After picking up the rental car, I headed to Oshinkoshin Falls. The frozen waterfall, covered in heavy winter snow, was truly spectacular, showcasing the power of nature❄️✨. Next, I visited Kitahama Station. This station is famous as a filming location for the Chinese movie 'If You Are the One,' and inside the station building, there were many notebooks left by tourists from China✍️. The view of the train and the Sea of Okhotsk from the station was truly impressive🚞🌊. I stayed at Abashiri Koso. The dinner was delicious, and the room was spacious and comfortable. There was also a live performance by musicians in the evening, making it a wonderful night🎶. 🗓️ Day 2 I woke up naturally after a good night's sleep🌅. The first place I visited was the Abashiri Prison Museum. The history and exhibits were very interesting and worth visiting⛓️🏚️. Next, I went to the Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum, but to be honest, it was a bit disappointing😅. Finally, I drove around the town of Abashiri, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the small town🚗💨. In the evening, I returned to Haneda Airport on flight JL566.🛬 It was a short trip, but I fully enjoyed the winter nature and history of Abashiri!✨

Eastern Hokkaido is the essence of Hokkaido tourism. The roads are bad and public transportation is inconvenient in winter, but this means that the beautiful scenery is preserved due to the lack of tourists. It gets dark in Hokkaido at around 4 pm, so keep this in mind when planning your itinerary. I like natural scenery and cultural attractions, so if you're tired of the classic routes, don't miss the advanced routes in Hokkaido from February to March. Hoshino Resorts: Hoshino TOMAMU Resort is the largest ski resort in Hokkaido. The powder snow is picturesque, and the 20+ ski runs will satisfy your skiing dreams. There are also exciting snow activities to enjoy the charm of ice and snow. Shiretoko Hiking: Walk on the Shiretoko Peninsula and admire the magnificent drift ice. The Shiretoko Five Lakes or drift ice walks are both fascinating. Cross the snow to find traces of animals, and you may encounter foxes or deer, leaving unforgettable memories of nature. Abashiri Icebreaker: Don't miss the winter-only Abashiri icebreaker tour. Feel the shock of nature in the icy sea, and you may encounter manatees, seals, and more, adding a mysterious touch to your journey. Sapporo White Illumination: From November 22, 2024 to March 14, 2025, the Sapporo White Illumination Festival will be held at the same time as the German Christmas Market. The light show and food will bring a festive atmosphere and surprises. Lake Akan Winter Carnival: From early February to early March, the Lake Akan Ice Park offers ice fishing, ice skating, snowmobiles, and more. It's lively and fun. Itinerary Recommendations: - Day 1: New Chitose Airport - Tanukikoji Shopping Street - Sapporo White Illumination. - Day 2: Biei Popular Tree Tour - Asahiyama Zoo - Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival (January 25 to March 9) - Sounkyo Onsen. - Day 3: Kitami Fox Village - Abashiri Icebreaker - Abashiri Prison Museum. - Day 4: Shiretoko Hiking (various routes available). - Day 5: Bihoro Pass - Lake Kussharo - Lake Mashu - Lake Akan Winter Carnival (early February to early March). - Day 6: Akanko Ainu Kotan - Hoshino Resorts - Ice Platform - Ice Village.

#自车游 #100 ways to travel Hokkaido is vast and sparsely populated, especially in the Dodong area, but it has excellent natural landforms. If you want to visit #HokkaidoDodong, the best way is #self-driving tour. In fact, driving in Hokkaido is very comfortable. There are few people and cars, the roads are easy to walk, and the Japanese are very disciplined, so just drive slowly. This 7-day and 6-night self-driving tour to the east of Hokkaido, the itinerary is as follows: New Chitose Airport-Obihiro-Kushiro-Shiretoko-Abashiri-Sapporo ✓Transportation strategy: I drove the whole trip by myself. Because there were 5 adults and a lot of luggage, I rented a 7-seater 2000cc SUV Serena, which cost about NT$4,000 per day. Because of the long distance between Daodong and Daodong, if you take the train, you can only schedule 1-2 scenic spots every day. It is more flexible to drive and you can stop when you see good scenery on the way. ✓Must-visit attractions: #道东三湖 are respectively #Akan湖 #Mashu Lake #Kussharo Lake. This time I only went to the first two and stayed at the Akan Lake Hot Spring Hotel for one night. Lake Akan is famous for its aboriginal culture and green algae, as well as hot springs to soak in and shopping streets to visit; Lake Mashu is a crater lake, the most transparent lake in Japan, with a blue color, and the mouth of the lake is surrounded by cliffs. Can see from a distance. #Shiretoko Mountains #Shiretoko Five Lakes The most famous scenic spot on the Shiretoko Peninsula is one of the eight scenic spots in Shiretoko. It is early spring when you visit, and the snow on the top of the mountain has not yet melted, making it a beautiful place to take pictures. The Shiretoko Five Lakes is a famous hiking route, and next to it is the Jawhotsk Sea, which is the habitat of wild black bears. You must be very careful when hiking. #Abashiri Drift Ice Museum In fact, the most famous experience in Abashiri is to take a ride on the ice bed to watch the drift ice. Unfortunately, the season is wrong, so we can only visit the Drift Ice Museum to get addicted and experience the feeling of freezing below zero. There is also an attraction nearby, #Abashiri Prison, which has been turned into a museum. #东amokoto Shibazakura Park# The Takigawa Rapeseed Flower Festival is a spring flower viewing spot in Hokkaido. One is the pink carpet of Shibazakura covering the hills, dreamy and magnificent, and the other is the yellow rapeseed flower field. Both places are beautiful and worth a stop. . Departing from Amidashi, we will first arrive at Higashimokoto, and after viewing the Shibazakura, we will go to Takigawa, and then drive to Sapporo. ✓Recommended hotels: Hokkaido is very famous for its hot springs. You can choose to stay in several special hot spring hotels, such as #Akan游久の里紻雅 in the Akan Lake Hot Spring Area, or #北殷巷hirotokohotel in the Shiretoko Peninsula, where you can soak in hot springs and eat Kaiseki Japanese food, very enjoyable! ✓Must-eat food: The only thing you must eat when visiting Hokkaido is seafood! Whether it is a seafood restaurant in Kushiro Fishing Port or a buffet in a hot spring hotel, there must be fresh sashimi and salmon roe. You can DIY a bowl of sashimi donburi yourself. Obihiro is also famous for its pork, and the charcoal-grilled pork donburi is a must-try. There is also Hokkaido fresh milk produced in Tokachi. It is thick, pure, fragrant and cheap. You can drink it for breakfast every day. ✓Shopping Guide: If you want to shop for souvenirs, of course you have to go back to the metropolis Sapporo. The most famous Tanukikoji Shopping Street has everything you need, from drugstores to souvenirs, and there are many delicious restaurants along the way. In addition, Daimaru Department Store in Sapporo also has a fantastic product called Snow White Cheese, which is more popular than NY Cheese in Tokyo. Don’t miss it and queue up before it opens! #HOkkaidoTravel #self-driving tour #itinerary sharing #100 ways to travel

#100 ways to travel #bathtubhotel #poolhotel A self-driving trip in Hokkaido in spring, from Lake Akan to Shiretoko Peninsula, staying in Shiretoko on the coast of Shari Town for one night. Kita-Shiretoko Hotel & Rsort is a hot spring hotel located on the coast of the Sea of ​​​​Hokhotsk, close to the Shiretoko World Heritage Center and Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Terminal. There is also a Godzilla Rock next to the harbor, and the seagulls and crows are all very big. Stepping into the lobby of Kitaxomi Shiretoko Hotel, you will see Shiretoko's specialties #SeaAngel and #DriftIce. SeaAngel is a type of plankton with a transparent body and small wings on both sides. It only appears in cold and clean waters. It looks very cute and healing. The hotel is famous for its hot spring spa. In addition to the hot springs indoors and outdoors, there is also an outdoor foot bath area, where people can soak their feet while looking at the pier, which is quite comfortable. Now that you are in Hokkaido, you must try the seafood buffet. It’s quite delicious to eat all you can of Matsuba crab legs! The room is about 80 to 9 square meters in size, and you can choose between beds or tatami. The price for a double room including breakfast is about $10,000, which is acceptable for a hot spring hotel. The room is also clean and comfortable. If you choose a room with a private hot spring in the room, it may cost more than $15,000. In fact, the hotel’s open-air hot spring has a great view, so you don’t need to spend more money to take a bath in the room. The Shiretoko Peninsula is really isolated from the world, especially the Shiretoko Five Lakes. With the snow-capped mountains of the Shiretoko Range as the background and the beautiful swamp waters of the wilderness as the foreground, taking photos of it is very different. It is really beautiful no matter how you take pictures! #Hokkaido Exploration #Shiretoko Accommodation #北辛伊知床hotel

The Futami Falls is the largest waterfall on the Shiretoko Peninsula. Its official name is "Oshinkoshin no Taki", which means "a river that slides down a cliff" in the Ainu language. This is a mysterious waterfall without a source. The water flows out from the cliffs and is released after gathering the abundant water from the Shiretoko Mountains. Because the waterfall is divided into two parts by rocks in the middle, it is also called the "Double Beauty Waterfall". The waterfall is about 30 meters wide and has a height difference of 50 meters. The waterfall is so majestic and awe-inspiring that it has been selected as one of the "Top 100 Waterfalls in Japan" and one of the Eight Scenic Spots of Shiretoko. 📍Address: 〒099-4354 Utoro Nishi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido #Waterfall #100 Ways to Travel

#日本酒店 Located on the coast of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, this hotel is a large resort hotel located in the natural environment of Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site, and is also the best hotel in the area. This is a place I think is worth and must stay for at least two nights. After all, this is one of the few world natural heritage sites in Japan, and there are so many places worth seeing. The hotel rooms and hot springs are similar to those of other hot spring hotels, and there are also private hot spring rooms. It's just that the buffet breakfast and dinner are slightly inferior to those of Hokkaido Tsuruga Hotel Group, with fewer varieties, but in fact it is enough, and the dining environment here is much better. The food varieties in the pictures are just the ones I chose. They are enough to fill me up. Of course, I ordered seafood sashimi several times. In addition to enjoying a rich variety of mountain delicacies and seafood from the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, you can also overlook the vast expanse of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk and fully enjoy the abundant and high-quality hot spring water bubbling from the majestic land of Shiretoko. In this unusual place that seems to float on the sea and in the air, you can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, feel the breath of the Okhotsk Wave, and fully absorb the energy of the Shiretoko land. Note: The hotel exterior photos were taken in winter and summer respectively. #Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Seaview Hotel #Hotel with the Best Seaview #Sea of ​​Okhotsk #Seafood Meal #Seafood Platter #Seafood Sashimi #Hotel Buffet #Hokkaido Travel #Hokkaido Food

A well managed forest and lake section of the Shiretoko National Park. Managed parking for 500 yen, sign in for the hour long wander around the lakes area on well defined path. First up is a good ranger talk, mandatory, about bears and sightings and what to do and not to do. Good English language version. Had rained overnight, so plenty of opportunity to get mud on your boots for an authentic look of a forest tramp. Lakes are scenic, and the final portion of the track is a raised boardwalk. This had electric edging to prevent any bear incursions. The round the lake walk attracted a small fee. If you just wanted to do the raised boardwalk that was free. We did not saw bears but did find deer happily dining on the local vegetation. From the board walk there were great views back to the mountains and across too the Ohkohsk sea. #givethanks #givethanks

A trip to the road, from Asahikawa in Hokkaido, to the remote town of Tondo in the east of the road, there is a class of coastal trains with a special romantic name, called the water object, the blue and white body is covered with flowers and glaciers, walking along the coast, all the way The glacier snow scene is beautiful. When you arrive at a small station called Binxiao Qingshui, you will stay for 20 minutes for tourists to get off the camera. In the evening, Blizzard will arrive, and the warm-hearted flight attendants will remind you to go back to the hotel. Be careful.

#0yentravelJanuary2025 🔥Recommended points Shiretoko National Park is a World Heritage Site with rich nature and diverse ecosystems. It is a spectacular spot where you can feel the untouched nature. 📝Travel record It was a beautiful season with fresh green leaves, and I was able to enjoy the lush nature! However, it was windy and chilly even though it was June. I recommend wearing clothes that you can take off and put on! -------------------------------------------- 📍Shiretoko National Park Shari Town, Shari District, Hokkaido

Shiretoko Peninsula, known as the "end of the earth" in Japan, is one of the most pristine and magnificent natural secrets in Hokkaido, Japan; It is located in the eastern part of Hokkaido, protruding into the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. It was listed as a World Natural Heritage by UNESCO (2005) for its rich ecosystem and pristine natural landscape; In winter, Shiretoko is covered with thick white snow and drift ice, showing a magnificent landscape like a snow wonderland. The charm of Shiretoko in winter 1. Drift ice spectacle (drift ice) Every winter (January to March), drift ice from the Amur River in Russia drifts along the Sea of ​​Okhotsk to the coast of Shiretoko, forming a spectacular **"drift ice world"**. Visitors can participate in the following experiences: • Walking on drifting ice: Put on a special dry diving suit, walk on the frozen sea surface, and feel the shock of "walking on ice". • Drift ice sightseeing boat: Take an icebreaker to get close to the floating ice on the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, and you can also see wild animals such as seals on the way. 2. The beautiful snowy scenery of Shiretoko Five Lakes The Shiretoko Five Lakes are covered with snow in winter, showing a pure and flawless snowy scenery, which is suitable for snowshoeing. From here you can also overlook the Shiretoko Mountains and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the mountains and the sea. 3. The last secret place for wild animals In winter, Shiretoko is home to many wild animals, especially: •Hokkaido brown bears (although they hibernate, they can be seen in other seasons) •White-tailed sea eagles and Steller's sea eagles (can be seen in winter, living on drift ice) •Foxes and deer move around in the snow, forming a vivid natural picture. 4. Shiretoko Onsen – A winter healing resort Shiretoko has many natural hot springs, such as **"Misaki-no-Yu"**. Soaking in a hot spring surrounded by snow is an ultimate enjoyment. Some open-air baths overlook the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, and if you’re lucky you can even see the magnificent sight of drift ice. 5. Winter night sky – a stargazing destination Shiretoko is far away from urban light pollution. In winter nights, you can see the vast starry sky, which, combined with the reflection of the snow, presents a beautiful night view. Occasionally, you can also see the aurora. Travel Tips •Best time to travel: January to March, when the drift ice season is at its most spectacular. • Transportation: In winter, you can take a bus from Sapporo or Memanbetsu Airport to Shiretoko, or rent a car and drive yourself (be careful when driving in snow). •Warm gear: Shiretoko is extremely cold in winter, with temperatures often dropping to -20°C, so you will need to prepare windproof and cold-proof clothing. •Recommended accommodations: Shiretoko Shari Town and Utoro Onsen area, where there are hot spring ryokans and snow view hotels. The winter in Shiretoko is known as "Japan's last natural secret place" and is a place where people can experience the magnificence and purity of nature firsthand.

Great places to spend New Year's Eve! Come to Japan for a hot spring trip, enjoy 7 days of hot spring resorts, relax your body and mind, and welcome the new year! 🎆 -------------------- Japan is an island country located in East Asia 🏝️, with a long history and unique culture. From ancient Kyoto 🏞️ to bustling Tokyo 🌆, it exudes charming charm everywhere. Often referred to as the country of cherry blossoms 🌸, it attracts countless tourists every spring. -------------------- 🏃‍♀️Itinerary: D1: Shenzhen✈️Hokkaido🚗Tokachigawa Fly to Hokkaido, and head to Tokachigawa after arrival to start your wonderful trip to Japan! D2: Kushiro Marsh Observatory - Kushiro City Tancho Nature Park - Lake Mashu - Lake Kussharo Sunayu - Mt. Iou - Shiretoko Peninsula Explore the magnificent scenery of Kushiro Marsh, admire the elegant figure of red-crowned cranes, appreciate the mysterious charm of Lake Mashu, experience the unique hot springs of Lake Kussharo Sunayu, climb Mt. Iou to feel the natural wonders, and finally arrive at Shiretoko Peninsula to enjoy the magnificence and tranquility of nature. D3: Shiretoko Nature Center - Furepe Waterfall - Lake Abashiri - Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum Visit Shiretoko Nature Center to learn about the local ecological environment, admire the magnificent scenery of Furepe Waterfall, stroll along Lake Abashiri to feel the tranquility and beauty, and finally go to Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum to appreciate the unique drift ice wonders of the north. D4: Sounkyo - Ginga Ryusei Waterfall - Asahikawa Ramen Village - Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum Visit the magnificent canyon scenery of Sounkyo, admire the splendid scenery of Ginga Ryusei Waterfall, taste the special food of Asahikawa Ramen Village, and finally visit Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum to learn about the profound Japanese sake culture. D5: Blue Pond - Shirahige Waterfall - Shiroi Koibito Park - Odori Park - Sapporo Clock Tower Explore the mysterious blue waters of Blue Pond, admire the graceful beauty of Shirahige Waterfall, visit Shiroi Koibito Park to feel the romantic atmosphere, stroll in Odori Park to enjoy the leisurely time of the city, and finally visit Sapporo Clock Tower to learn about the history and culture of Sapporo. D6: MARCHEN Crossroad - Otaru Canal - Otaru Music Box Museum - Mt. Tengu - Ukimido Park Explore the unique charm of MARCHEN Crossroad, stroll along Otaru Canal to feel the blend of classical and modern, listen to the melodious music of Otaru Music Box Museum, climb Mt. Tengu to overlook the magnificent scenery, and finally enjoy the tranquility and harmony of nature in Ukimido Park. D7: Noboribetsu Jigokudani Visit Noboribetsu Jigokudani to feel the shock and mystery of volcanic geological landscape, and end this trip to Japan perfectly. -------------------- Must-see attractions: 🌟 Shiroi Koibito Park 🌟🌟 Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: 2 Chome-11-36 Miyanosawa 2 Jo, Nishi Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 063-0052, Japan Opening hours: 10:00-18:00 Duration: 1-3 hours A chocolate-themed park that will sweeten your heart, a paradise for chocolate lovers! 🌟 Otaru Canal 🌟🌟 Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Otaru, Hokkaido 047-0007, Japan Opening hours: Open all day Duration: 1-3 hours Stroll along the retro-style Otaru Canal and enjoy the blend of bustling shops and tranquil waters. 🌟 Odori Park 🌟🌟 Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Odorinishi 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo Opening hours: Open all day Duration: 1-2 hours Odori Park is picturesque all year round, with flowers, trees, and benches, making it a great place to relax. 🌟 Noboribetsu Jigokudani 🌟🌟 Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Noboribetsu Onsen-cho, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido Opening hours: Open all day Duration: 1-2 hours Feel the strange scenery of the volcanic valley, and the gurgling hot springs, as if you are in a hell-like fantasy experience. -------------------- Travel tips: - Japan is cold in December, so remember to bring warm coats and snow boots! ❄️ - Want to buy Japanese specialties? Compare prices in malls and specialty stores to find the best deals! 🛍️ - From the airport to the city, choosing the right transportation is important, and the subway and bus are very convenient! 🚇🚌 - Don't forget to try the local food, sushi and ramen are a must! 🍣🍜 - Pay attention to safety when playing at night, and remember to check the route back to the hotel in advance. 🌃 -------------------- Come to Japan and make this trip an unforgettable memory in your heart, and enjoy the beauty and unique style here!

🏖️ Overview: The Shiretoko Peninsula is a World Heritage Site on the eastern edge of Hokkaido, where you can see spectacular views of drift ice🧊 and animals. Here, the coast is rich in food and many birds, including migratory birds🦢, and in addition to seabirds, whales🐋 and killer whales also make an appearance, and wild animals such as sea lions, seals🦭 and brown bears🐻 also gather. 💞 Reasons for recommendation: You can experience the majesty of nature and feel a sense of freedom. I have visited three times so far hoping to see wild killer whales, but unfortunately I have not been able to see one yet😢 Instead, I have enjoyed horseback riding🏇, trekking🥾 around the Shiretoko Five Lakes, and eating delicious food. I don't travel to the same places, but Shiretoko is an exception. 📍Location: Cape Shiretoko, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun, Hokkaido #Domestic travel journal #Shiretoko tourism #Shiretoko #Furitabi #Furitabi #0 yen travel #Shiretoko Peninsula #World Natural Heritage Site Shiretoko

📍🇯🇵Shiretoko, Hokkaido Shiretoko, a World Heritage Site You can see drift ice from many angles, but I like the view from the cliffs while snowshoeing in Shiretoko the most The drift ice drifts around in the ocean and is cute like a patchwork It's amazing to think that something this big moves every day And the view you see every day is unique depending on the wind direction, weather, and light It's precious to think that you'll never see the same view twice On the way, you can see the pure white Shiretoko mountain range and traces of brown bears climbing trees It makes you feel like you're in nature #DomesticTrip #Shiretoko #Hokkaido #DriftIce

🏖️Overview: The Shiretoko Five Lakes💦 are five large and small lakes and ponds at the foot of the Shiretoko Mountain Range, named from Lake 1 to Lake 5. They are one of the most representative tourist destinations in Shiretoko, a World Heritage Site. They are also home to many wild animals, and you can see rare plants and animals🦅 and traces of brown bears🐻. 💞Reasons why we recommend it: The Shiretoko Five Lakes have a calm atmosphere no matter when you visit, and the Shiretoko Mountains reflected in the lakes and ponds are very beautiful. I have visited in different seasons, but I prefer the fresh green🍃 of summer to the snowy winter scenery❄️. Before going to the Shiretoko Five Lakes, we took a course at the field house, and I was frightened when I heard about bears. I was also surprised when I suddenly came across a wild deer🦌. I also definitely recommend visiting on a sunny☀️ day. 📍Location: 🏣099-4356 Tobetsu Village, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido 📍Access: ✈️From Memanbetsu Airport 🚌Take Abashiri Bus or Shari Bus to Utoro Onsen 🚌Take Abashiri Bus to Abashiri Station, 🚃Change to JR Kushiami Line to Shiretoko Shari Station, 🚌Take Shari Bus from Shari Bus Terminal to Utoro Onsen ✈️From Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport 🚌Take Nemuro Kotsu Bus to Nakashibetsu Bus Terminal 🚌Change to Akan Bus to Rausu. #DomesticTravelRecord #0YenTravel #FuriTabi #ShiretokoFiveLakes #Shiretoko #ShiretokoTourism

#2024Travel Review In the Higashi region of Hokkaido, the beautiful Shiretoko Mountains are all along the way from Shiretoko. There are really beautiful scenery everywhere, and it feels very New Zealand-like. It’s just beautiful! We stayed in a cabin in the camping area that night. The campsites in this camping area are not open in winter, and other cabins in the camping area are not open either. The only one open is this cabin (only one is open in winter). You just need to go next to it. Check in at the "Shari Hot Spring Yumotokan". The distance between the two sides is very close and convenient. You can go directly here to take a bath. When checking in from "Shari Onsen Yugenkan", the boss saw that we were coming from Taiwan and brought children, so he specially prepared snow play tools for the children to play with ❤️! It’s really considerate~ Once you get the key, you can go back to the cabin in the camping area! The wooden house has a kitchen, bathroom and everything else. There is also a super special lattice bed, one for each person, and the entire wooden house has a heater for extra warmth. The starry sky was so beautiful that night, and when I woke up early in the morning, the sunrise and the snowy scenery were really beautiful. Shari Town Curry Market 〒099-4147 Nishi-machi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido 4 #Hokkaido #Japan #Self-driving #Snow Driving #Free Travel #Self-help #Camping Area #Wooden House #Shari Town #Camping

The road to the sky If you turn off the national highway that connects Shari Town and the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, you will find this road. The road stretches out in a straight line, going up and down the hills below, and seems to continue to the sky. A parking lot and a simple deck are installed. Because it is a "road," you can visit it 24 hours a day, but in winter it may be impassable due to snow accumulation and snow removal, and the tourist season is from early April to late November. 【Information】 Address: Minehama, Shari Town, Shari District, Hokkaido Telephone: 0152-22-2125 (Shiretoko Shari Town Tourism Association) Access: 15 minutes by car from Shiretoko Shari Station, 30 minutes by car from Utoro #0 yen trip November

Furepe Falls is a famous tourist spot located on the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido. It is also known by the nickname 'Tears Falls.' The unique feature of this waterfall is that the water springs directly from underground and flows down the cliff without passing through a river, directly into the sea. Main Features: 1. Low Water Volume The waterfall does not have a large volume of water, and it flows thinly like tears, hence the name 'Tears Falls.' 2. Scenic Spot The waterfall flows from a cliff about 100 meters high into the Sea of Okhotsk, creating a magnificent view combined with the surrounding nature. Especially in winter, the waterfall freezes and presents a beautiful appearance like a curtain of ice. 3. Connection with Shiretoko Five Lakes and Nature Trails You can access Furepe Falls by walking through nature trails. It is often visited in combination with Shiretoko Five Lakes and other tourist attractions. 4. Encounter with Wildlife On the trails, you may encounter wildlife such as Ezo deer and red foxes. Access: It is close to the Utoro area, and you can reach the waterfall by walking about 20-30 minutes from the parking lot. The route allows you to enjoy nature, making it a recommended course for hiking enthusiasts. Best Season: The scenery changes depending on the season you visit. In summer, you can enjoy lush green nature, and in winter, you can see the frozen waterfall. If you visit in winter, make sure to take adequate measures against the cold. It is one of the interesting waterfalls and an excellent spot to enjoy the rich nature of Shiretoko.

Utoro Lighthouse is located in the Utoro district on the western side of the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido. This lighthouse stands on a high ground overlooking the Sea of Okhotsk and plays a role in ensuring the safety of navigation in the area. It is also known as a tourist spot, offering breathtaking views from the lighthouse. Features Location Situated on a high ground in the Utoro district, it offers views of the Sea of Okhotsk, the Shiretoko mountain range, and on clear days, the Northern Territories. History Utoro Lighthouse was established in 1957 and has since been an important navigational marker for vessels operating in the waters around the Shiretoko Peninsula. Scenic Spots Nearby, there are famous tourist spots such as the Oshinkoshin Falls and the Shiretoko Five Lakes, making the lighthouse area a popular part of the tourist route. Tourist Highlights Sunset The sunset over the Sea of Okhotsk is beautiful and a popular spot for photography. Wildlife Around the lighthouse, you may encounter wildlife such as Ezo deer and red foxes. Utoro Lighthouse is one of the symbols of the nature-rich Shiretoko and a spot that impresses visitors.

#DomesticTravelRecord #KamuiwakkaYunotaki KamuiwakkaYunotaki is a famous hot spring waterfall located on the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido. "Kamuiwakka" means "water of the gods" in Ainu. This waterfall was formed naturally when hot spring water flowed into a river, and the pool at the bottom of the waterfall is used as a natural open-air bath. Characteristics Hot spring ingredients The hot spring contains sulfur and has a unique scent. The temperature varies depending on the location, ranging from relatively warm to lukewarm. Access It is located further inland from the Shiretoko Five Lakes, and it used to be possible to get close by car, but now it is recommended to access it by shuttle bus or on foot for protection. Natural Environment The Shiretoko Peninsula is registered as a World Natural Heritage Site, and untouched nature spreads. Bears may appear in the surrounding area, so caution is required. Cautions Because it is a sulfur spring, bathing for a long time may put a strain on the skin. The rocks are slippery, so please be careful when walking. This is a rare spot where you can enjoy a mystical atmosphere and a hot spring experience that is one with nature.

Such a wonderful place to visit during winter...very cold but once in a lifetime adventure can satisfied you. worth it....

Finally, I went to the land of my dreams, Shiretoko! As a nature and animal lover, it was a sacred place for me. I was hoping to catch a glimpse of a brown bear from a distance... but I couldn't even see a shadow lol ⁡ I participated in the Shiretoko trekking as part of an ecotour. I considered going around on my own, but in the end, I'm 100% glad I went with the ecotour. It was a 2-hour trek, following the tracks of wild animals one by one that I wouldn't have noticed if I had gone around alone. The air was clear and it felt great♡ For those who are not confident in their feet, you can see the shores of Lake Ichi from the elevated boardwalk, and since it's elevated, you don't have to worry about spotting a brown bear. To enter the Shiretoko Five Lakes, it is necessary to first participate in an orientation at the Shiretoko Five Lakes Field House. Because this is the habitat of wild animals, including brown bears. It's just a matter of humans intruding on their home. ⁡ Here is what I learned, and what humans need to know. ⁡ Her name is Sausage. When she had just become independent from her mother bear She was given a sausage by a tourist. Humans, which she had previously feared, became food for her from that day on. Sausage, no longer afraid of humans, came down to the human settlement and started wandering around. The people at the Shiretoko Foundation felt this was dangerous and chased her away whenever they could, and sometimes punished her. But she still wasn't afraid of humans. One day, she finally ate a deer near an elementary school. The people saw this and made a decision. She lost her life to a single rifle shot. She lost her life to a single sausage. ⁡ This is a story from 1997. ⁡ ⁡ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ⁡ Shiretoko Five Lakes Field House 📍 549 Iwaubetsu, Onnebetsu Village, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido ⁡ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ ⁡ #Domestic travel trip #Shiretoko #Shiretoko Five Lakes #World Natural Heritage

"Raiun no Mizu" springs up in the great outdoors of Shiretoko. The name itself is very auspicious! It is said that if you drink this water, "you will have good luck and your wishes will come true." Whether or not it actually brings good luck is aside... It is said that this water springs up after decades of snow that has accumulated on the beautiful Mount Sharidake. What's more, it's cold in the summer and doesn't freeze in the winter, so many people come to get the water! We didn't stay long, but people kept coming. It seems that coffee made with this water is delicious, and some nearby cafes also use this water. Further up is Raiun Shrine, but it's deep in the forest. Also, there is a sign warning of brown bears, so we gave up on visiting because we didn't have the courage to do so. If you do go, please be careful. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Raiun Water (Raiun Shrine) 📍 Raiun, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ #Domestic travel trip #Raiun Water #Raiun Shrine #Shiretoko #Hokkaido #Hokkaido trip

Would you like to enjoy the great outdoors of Shiretoko in Hokkaido? The power of this mysterious nature is beyond imagination. You can fully experience Hokkaido's nature. You will feel as if you are receiving power from the earth. The richness of the river blends beautifully with the beautiful natural scenery, creating an unparalleled mystical atmosphere. If you visit Hokkaido, be sure to visit Shiretoko and create the best autumn memories. #0yentravelautumn

Shiretoko is a place rich in nature that has been designated a World Heritage Site, and there is an activity that takes you on a small boat around the back side of the Shiretoko Peninsula, which you cannot reach on foot. The advantage of a small boat is that it can go into the gaps between the rocks, which large boats cannot reach, and you can observe Shiretoko up close. And if you're lucky, you might even encounter a brown bear, so we had a great time and returned home, but a few months later, we saw the news about an accident involving the sightseeing boat we were on. It's scary to think that we might have died, too. By the way, the company that operated the sightseeing boat has now gone out of business, so don't worry. #HokkaidoTrip #ShiretokoPeninsula #ShiretokoSightseeingBoat #0YenTripAutumn

Do you know what shape this rock is? ? It has a name given to it as a proper tourist spot, and it is called "Godzilla Rock" because it is shaped like Godzilla. The name Utoro comes from the Ainu word "Utoro Chikushi," which means a place with many strange rocks. In addition to Godzilla Rock, Oronko Rock is also famous, which has been selected as one of the eight most scenic spots in Shiretoko. Now, this is the main event, and the luxurious breakfast at the Utoro Fishery Cooperative Women's Dining Hall where my friend was waiting for me was a "three-item bowl" of salmon, salmon roe, and salmon roe. #Godzilla Rock #Utoro Fishery Port Women's Dining Hall #0 Yen Travel Autumn ──────────────────── Store name: Utoro Fishery Cooperative Women's Dining Hall Address: 117 Utoro Higashi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido Opening hours: 8:30-15:30 (end of April-mid-November) Closed: Irregularly Price: 1,000-2,000 yen ────────────────────

Shiretoko is a peninsula that juts out into the southern part of the Sea of Okhotsk in Hokkaido, and it is a precious place registered as a World Natural Heritage site. Many wild animals such as brown bears, Ezo deer, salmon, seals, and Steller's sea eagles inhabit the sea, rivers, and land. In particular, Shiretoko is a habitat for brown bears, and on the Shiretoko walking trails, you may encounter them. Therefore, it is necessary to take a lecture from a local guide before going. The lecture includes how to deal with encounters with brown bears and what to do if attacked by one, which was a very frightening and realistic lecture. In fact, while walking on the trail, the person at the front encountered a brown bear, and we were prohibited from proceeding forward and had to return to the original place. ──────────────────── Attraction: Shiretoko Five Lakes Address: Onnebetsu Village, Shari Town, Shari District, Hokkaido Business Hours: Varies by season, please check the website ────────────────────

I have experienced the smell of sulfur from the steam of hot springs many times before, but this was my first time seeing smoke rising from the gaps in the rocks. I always feel like there is a hot spring bubbling up somewhere, but this mountain has no such atmosphere at all. You can climb Mt. Io and see the dynamic active volcano with your own eyes. You can enter the smoke, so you can take a lot of photos that you normally can't take. However, be careful not to get exposed to the smoke directly, as your clothes will stink. #HokkaidoTourism #Mt. Io #0YenTripAutumn ──────────────────── Sightseeing spot: Mt. Io Address: Oonebetsu Village, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido ────────────────────

This is the best hotel I chose in Hokkaido, located very essentially at the entrance of Shari Town, heading into Shiretoko Peninsula. Known to the world, Shiretoko has variety of species and stunning natural scenery in the world. It is highly recommended as a must-come spot to every one in a life time. But as it is far from the modern cities of Japan mainland, it's hard to find a nicer hotel in this remote area, but Shiretoko Hotel Kitakobushi is the best, in aspect of hotel facilities, service quality and culinary level. I was also indulged in its best ever ONSEN and it just made me rejuvenated after deep dipping into after just 20 minutes. Extremely recommendated. #familytrip#旅行酷体验#景点拍照指南#浪漫的事