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

In Hokkaido, you can observe Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles, which are designated as national natural treasures, from the drift ice ship in Rausu. The ship's broadcast informs you of the direction in which the birds are flying when they are spotted, which is very helpful. I was thrilled to see a Steller's sea eagle flying overhead. Observing drift ice and wild birds is a special winter activity, so be sure to check it out. Highly recommended. ✱----------------------------------------------- 【Boarding Location】Rausu Port 【Ship Name】Evergreen 【Recommended Points】You can observe drift ice and wild birds -----------------------------------------------✱

This is Mt. Rausu on the Shiretoko Peninsula. Mt. Rausu is a stratovolcano in Shiretoko National Park, Shiretoko, which was registered as a World Heritage Site (World Natural Heritage Site) in 2005. It has an elevation of 1,661m. It has not erupted since 1996. When I visited, clouds were covering the summit at first and I couldn't see the whole picture, but the clouds gradually moved and it became like the photo. It was September at the time, and the green season was vivid✨ The second photo is Oshinkoshin Falls, and the third photo is Gensei-kaen Station on the JR Senmo Main Line♪ Access: The only public transportation to access Mt. Rausu is by taxi💦The closest station is Shiretoko-Shari Station on the JR Senmo Main Line, and the nearest airports are Memanbetsu Airport or Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport. I went around by car with three friends. Also, Oshinkoshin Falls is a 40-minute bus ride from Shiretoko-Shari Station #Shiretoko #Waterfall #World Heritage Site #World Natural Heritage Site #Tourism #Supporting Tourism #Supporting Tourism #Amazing Views

Quaint port village in east Hokkaido. Nice surroundings and clean place. Fresh sea smell that permeates the air! #Rausu

Rausu Pass (Rausu Toge) is a mountain pass located on the Shiretoko Peninsula in eastern Hokkaido. It forms part of National Route 334, connecting Shari Town and Rausu Town, and is known as the highest point of the Shiretoko Crossing Road. The pass is approximately 738 meters above sea level, and on clear days, you can see the Sea of Okhotsk and Kunashiri Island. Features and Highlights Scenery of the Shiretoko Mountain Range: You can enjoy a panoramic view of mountains such as Mount Rausu and Mount Iou, with beautiful landscapes that change with the seasons. Wildlife: The area is home to wildlife such as brown bears, Ezo deer, and red foxes, and if you're lucky, you might be able to observe them. Autumn Leaves and Fresh Greenery: In autumn, the vibrant fall foliage attracts visitors, while in spring and summer, the fresh greenery is equally captivating. Transportation and Access Due to heavy snowfall, the pass is often closed during the winter season and typically opens from late April to early November. Access is generally by car or tourist bus. Shiretoko Pass is part of the Shiretoko Peninsula, a World Natural Heritage site, and is a popular spot for nature lovers and tourists.

Located in Rausu on the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido, Shiretoko Shokudo is a famous restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood caught locally. The size of the conger eel rice bowl and the Atka mackerel will surprise you. Rausu is known as a "treasure trove of seafood," and Shiretoko Shokudo's dishes, especially those using Rausu kelp, are rich in flavor and have a local taste. Rausu has been a fishing region since the Edo period, and whaling and kelp fishing are still alive today, making Shiretoko Shokudo a fascinating place to experience the historic fishing culture and the bounty of nature. #RausuLunch #ShiretokoShokudo #0YenTripAutumn ──────────────────── Store name: Shiretoko Shokudo Address: 361-1 Honmachi, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun, Hokkaido Opening hours: 08:00 - 19:00 Price: 1000 yen to 2000 yen ────────────────────

The coast of Rausu, where you can see Kunashiri Island, one of the Northern Territories [Jun's Banya from From the North Country]✨ The banya is faithfully reproduced, and is a must-see for fans of From the North Country❤️ Nostalgic photos from From the North Country are also on display, so you can immerse yourself in the world of the drama. The sea is right in front of you, so it's fun to take a walk around the area♫ I was surprised to see deer walking around like normal😊 💰Price per person: Sea urchin bowl 4,000 yen Kita no Kuni Kara set meal 1,700 yen 📍Location: 2-8 Rebun-cho, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun, Hokkaido 🕰️Opening hours: 9:00-15:00 Depending on the weather. Closed in winter. #Jun's Banya#From the North Country#Holy Land#Sea Urchin Bowl#Kita no Kuni Kara Set Meal#Rausu#Rausu Lunch#Shiretoko Peninsula #0 Yen Trip

#Sapporo Attractions Luoshan Mountain has a conical crater and cut cliffs, forming a unique and breathtaking landform. Hiking trails wind through forests and rocky terrain, offering views of lush vegetation and stunning volcanic scenery along the way. When reaching the summit, visitors are faced with a dramatic scene - clear blue skies, towering peaks, and a vast crater. The view from inside the crater is equally stunning, with flaming sulfur fumaroles, thick clouds of ash and bizarre geological formations. In addition, there are other volcanic relics such as hot springs and fountains near Luoyue Mountain, making the entire area a magical place that combines many elements such as volcanoes, geology, and nature. Visitors can not only enjoy the magnificent natural scenery here, but also get a close look at the movement mechanism and evolution process of the volcano and gain a unique adventure experience.

We had lunch at Marumi, a restaurant on the seafront, on a group tour. We were impressed by the surprisingly large scallops. The concentrated sea flavor and the thick scallops were extremely delicious. We had heard that the seafood in Rausu, where abundant plankton arrives with drift ice, is delicious, and it was indeed delicious. There was a flyer for lunch (11:00-13:30) on site, so if you are interested, please inquire. [Restaurant] Kaizokutei Restaurant [Accommodation] Rausu no Yado Marumi [Location] 24 Yagihama-cho, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun, Hokkaido [Access] About 2 minutes walk from "Yagihama bus stop" Date of visit: Mid-February 2024 #Sakura2024 #Travel #Tourism #Hokkaido #Drift ice #Seafood #Lunch #Rausu #Domestic travel

I was surprised at how cheap the fish was. Even in winter, there were many different fish and shellfish from Rausu on display, and I was impressed by the richness of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. Inside the store, there was a display of the specialty Rausu kelp, and I was amazed at how large it was. This is a facility that can only be found at a store directly managed by the fishing cooperative. If you're visiting Rausu, be sure to stop by. [Name] Seafood Workshop, Directly Operated by the Rausu Fisheries Cooperative Association [Location] 361 Honmachi, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun, Hokkaido, adjacent to the roadside station "Shiretoko Rausu" [Business hours] 09:00-18:00 [Closed] Irregular holidays [Name] Roadside Station Shiretoko Rausu [Location] 361-1 Honmachi, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun (along National Route 335) [Business hours] 09:00-17:00 (April-October) 10:00-16:00 (November-March) Visit date: February 2024 #Free Hong Kong Air Ticket #Hokkaido #Rausu #Souvenirs #Seafood #Domestic Travel

If you are going to Shiretoko during the drift ice season, this is a roadside station that you should definitely stop by. You can see drift ice in the sea right in front of you. What's more, you can eat sea urchin even in the middle of winter. It's really recommended as a souvenir or for sightseeing. [Store] Funaki Shoten Ezo Bafun Sea Urchin 500 yen per piece [Name] Roadside Station Shiretoko Rausu [Location] 361-1 Honmachi, Rausu-cho, Menashi-gun (along National Route 335) [Opening hours] 09:00-17:00 (April-October) 10:00-16:00 (November-March) Visit date: February 2024 #Sakura2024 #Travel #Hokkaido #Rausu #Shiretoko #Drift ice #Sea urchin