[2025 Shari Attraction] Travel Guide for Shiretoko Peninsula (Updated Aug)

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.

The Shiretoko Peninsula is where I was most impressed by the snowy scenery and drift ice scenery. The drift ice of Rausu, Oshinkoshin Falls, the sunset from the Shiretoko Campground, and the view from the bus. It was a treasure trove of spectacular views. It's inconvenient to access, but it's worth going. I hope you'll try to see the drift ice, although it depends on the timing. The natural beauty of the Shiretoko Peninsula is truly recommended. ✱----------------------------------------------- [Name] Shiretoko Peninsula [Access] About 1 hour 50 minutes by car from Memanbetsu Airport, 1 hour 40 minutes by car from Nakashibetsu Airport, about 6 hours 30 minutes by car from Chitose East IC. -----------------------------------------------✱ #Snowscape2024 #100TravelStyles #DomesticTravel #Tourism #Hokkaido #Shiretoko #ShiretokoPeninsula #Utoro #SecretRegion #SpectacularView #Snowscape #WinterTravel

#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

When I come to Hokkaido in February, why not go to Shiretoko to see the ice cream? From the slope into Shiretoko this section, passing by this ☕️ Chibu Park, the view is too attractive 👍🏻, of course to stop for afternoon tea 🤣 Once you enter the restaurant is already attracted by the view, the basic menu has nothing to know, see people eat cake to + 1 plus coffee 🤣, the restaurant in addition to indoor and outdoor can slowly 📸 After eating, we walked down slowly and took a photo with Liu Bing😆😆 # Drinking coffee looking at the flowing ice #Shiretokoliubing

At first, I thought it was worth the long journey to take an icebreaker. We finally embarked on the Arctic ice trip with some doubts. Fortunately, we came to Eastern Hokkaido. Since there is no direct flight from Eastern Hokkaido to Hong Kong, we took a red-eye flight to Kansai Airport and then transferred to Memanbetsu Airport. The Daisetsuzan Mountains seen on the plane were very spectacular, which made us very tired and excited. After getting off the plane at Memanbetsu Airport and picking up the car, it took 5-10 minutes to drive to the first attraction: Melhen Hill. Just park the car on the side of the road and you can see a row of larch trees planted on the hill. It is famous for Kurosawa Akira's movie "Dream". It has different scenery throughout the year, and you can feel the tranquility of the snow in winter. On the way to Abashiri, I passed by a popular Gelato shop - Gelateria Rimo 📍Address: 418 Yobito, Abashiri, Hokkaido 099-2421Japan 🕰️Business hours: 1100-1700 (Wed off) The gelato is dense and solid, with a variety of flavors to choose from. If you drive by, you might as well try it. Abashiri Prison Museum is a must-visit when you come to Eastern Hokkaido 📍Address: 1-1 Yobito, Abashiri, Hokkaido 099-2421Japan 🕰️Business hours: 0900-1700 The Abashiri Prison Museum is a well-preserved outdoor history museum that displays Japan's most representative prison culture and prison architecture from the Meiji period. The most distinctive exhibition area in the museum is the "Five-wing Radial Cells". The design of this prison building is similar to the Western "Panopticon", with five corridors radiating from the central monitoring tower to facilitate managers to monitor the movements of prisoners. When you enter the prison, you can see wax figures that reproduce the lives of prisoners at that time, including scenes of labor, dining, sleeping, etc., which makes people understand the prison system of that era more intuitively. At that time, prisoners were forced to build the Hokkaido Road. The extremely harsh environment and high mortality rate made people feel awe and sympathy for that period of history. The museum also exhibits the tools, prison uniforms, and the development history of Abashiri Prison at that time. The content is quite rich, and it can deeply understand the history of the development of Hokkaido. It is definitely one of the most representative attractions in the Abashiri area. Then we went to the Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum 📍Address: 244-3 Tentozan, Abashiri, Hokkaido 093-0044 Japan 🕰️Business hours: 0830-1800 The Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum is an exhibition hall with the theme of drift ice and polar ecology, allowing visitors to experience the charm of drift ice up close. The drift ice experience room in the museum is maintained at minus 15°C all year round. Visitors can try the "frozen towel experiment" of shaking a wet towel to create an instant freeze, which is very interesting. The ecological environment of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk is also introduced in the venue, which makes people marvel at the vitality of polar creatures. The observation deck on the top floor can overlook the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, and the view is excellent when the weather is good. Overall, this is a museum worth visiting, especially for tourists who want to learn more about the winter wonders of Eastern Hokkaido. The highlight of the second day-Abashiri drift ice sightseeing icebreaker Aurora Northern Hokkaido (the northernmost tip of Hokkaido) is close to the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, and the drift ice phenomenon is very obvious. The drift ice in the Sea of ​​Okhotsk mainly comes from the ice near the Amur River (Heilongjiang River) in Russia, and then flows south with the ocean current to the eastern coast of Hokkaido. Every winter, the sea surface in the northern region of Hokkaido is covered with drift ice, forming a unique winter landscape. Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, affected by weather and ocean currents, so the specific conditions of drift ice may vary. It usually appears between January and March each year. The best season for ice viewing is from January to March, when the drift ice is densest and easiest to see. We can see and experience the large and small drift ice drifting down from the sea by nature in the severe winter of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. We are very grateful. In the silver world in front of us, we take an hour-long icebreaker voyage, while breaking the drift ice covering the entire sea surface, and the drift ice crusher slowly moves forward. The vast drift ice field presented in front of us and the vibration and shaking caused by breaking the drift ice are all the presence that cannot be experienced by ice skating sightseeing on land, which can allow you to experience the white beauty of the north country more deeply. Thank you for catching up with the tail of the drift ice. The ice conditions and weather are good. Sometimes you can't take the icebreaker due to the climate. There were some other things to do, but due to the situation of drift ice in Shiretoko, the drift ice walking experience originally planned for tomorrow was changed to today, so we went straight to Shiretoko! GOGOGO! Walking on the drift ice in Utoro wearing a waterproof cold weather jacket was very fun and exciting❤️ It is definitely worth the experience😎😎 #Doto Tourism #Abashiri Trip #Shiretoko #Doto Drift Ice

The Shiretoko Peninsula is Japan's wildest and most pristine natural secret place, where a large number of wild brown bears live. If you want to have a 100% chance of seeing a brown bear during your trip, be sure to read this guide! ❓Why choose to go to Shiretoko in Hokkaido to see bears? ·The largest number of brown bears: Shiretoko Peninsula has one of the highest densities of brown bears in Japan The probability of seeing bears is highest in May: from May to June every year, brown bears that have just finished hibernation will come to the coast to look for food, and the appearance rate is extremely high! This is the only place in Japan where you can see wild brown bears directly on the coastline! · Safe bear-watching methods: You can choose to take a boat or hike to ensure close observation without disturbing wild animals. 📅 Best time to watch bears 🔹 May - June (bears are most likely to be spotted) 🐻✔ • Hibernation ends and brown bears begin to forage along the coast, becoming the most active! • A mother bear with her cubs, you can see the cubs learning survival skills! • Rusha Bay is the best place to watch bears in May, and you can observe them up close from the boat! 🔹 July - August (reduced activity) 🌲🐾 • During the breeding season, some brown bears will hide in the forest, and the number of bears on the coast will decrease. • Still visible, but requires more patient observation. 🔹 September - October (second peak) 🐟🍂 • As salmon migrate, brown bears gather at river mouths to hunt. • Good hiking trails, but you can't see bears directly on the coast like in May. Where to see bears? 🚢 Take a boat out to sea to see bears (Rusha Bay - ルシャ湾) Highly recommended! May is the month with the most bears, and the success rate is basically 99% · Observe at close range without disturbing the natural life of brown bears Suitable for all tourists. No need to hike or go deep into the jungle. You can watch brown bears hunting on the coast up close on the bear watching boat. Operation period: April 28 to October 20 Boat trip: 2 hours Departure time: 10:00 14:30 (minimum number of people: 7 or more) Fee: Adults 8,000 yen Elementary school students: 4,000 yen Rent a telescope for 300 yen to see more clearly Reservation: It is recommended to book 2 weeks in advance, especially in the peak season in May! 🌲🐾 Bear watching hiking adventure (Shiretoko Five Lakes & Native Forest) Suitable for travelers who like adventure & hiking From May to June and September to October, you can see traces of brown bears in the Shiretoko Five Lakes, Cape Shiretoko, and the Shiretoko Mountains Forest. ·A professional guide is required to lead the way to ensure safety Hiking course - Shiretoko Five Lakes (a route where you can see brown bears) · Fee: 7,700 yen (3 to 75 years old) The fee includes the admission fee to Shiretoko Five Lakes, insurance, and Chinese tour guide fee (self-driving passengers must pay an additional 500 yen parking fee on the day) ·Number of people: Each group is limited to 8 people at most (the number of people is limited to 10 people during 5/10~7/31) Duration: 3 hours 3 km Departure time: 8:30~9:30 13:00~14:00 · Trip start time: Brown bear activity period (5/10~7/31) ·Entrance times and numbers are strictly controlled during this season, so please make reservations as early as possible. During the brown bear activity period, visitors must be accompanied by a certified guide to enter the park. 🚗Sapporo → Shiretoko (ウトロ) Self-driving: about 5~6 hours (recommended!) · Plane: New Chitose Airport ✈ Memanbetsu Airport (1.5 hours) → Rent a car or bus to Shiretoko (2 hours) ·Bus: Sapporo → Shiretoko (Night bus, about 7 hours) 📌 Travel Tips & Booking Advice ✔ Make reservations for the bear-watching boat 2 weeks in advance, as tickets are hard to come by during the peak season in May! ✔ The temperature is relatively cold from May to June, so you need to wear windproof clothing to avoid catching a cold. ✔ Sunrise and dusk are the times when bears are most active, so it is recommended to choose a morning or evening flight! 🌟 Summary: How to 100% guarantee seeing brown bears? Best time: May-June (bears are most abundant) Best way: Take a boat to Rusha Bay, 99% success rate! Best location: Shiretoko Peninsula (depart from Utoro Port) 🚨 Safety Tips ·Don't go into the forest alone! ・Bring a bear bell or bear spray. Keep your distance when you see brown bears and don’t disturb them! If you want an unforgettable wild adventure, Shiretoko will definitely give you the most shocking brown bear encounter! 🐻✨

World Heritage——Shiretoko Peninsula Every winter, drift ice from the Sea of ​​Okhotsk in Russia is blown to Shiretoko, where you can wear a lobster suit and walk on the drift ice. You may be worried about whether you will feel cold if you fall into the water? But don’t worry! That’s why you need to wear a lobster suit, because it keeps you warm even if you jump in the water! No water will seep in! The trip is over and the body is still dry. However, please be sure to hire a guide and do not walk or take photos on the drift ice without permission!

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

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.

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

#SpringGood Places2024 Shiretoko Peninsula is definitely a great place to visit in spring, the scenery there is really beautiful, I don’t know why the mountains in Hokkaido, and the sky and the sea are especially beautiful! The way to get here is easy, yes From downtown Sapporo, take the JR line to Abashiri, then transfer to a local bus for about 3 hours to reach the majestic Shiretoko Peninsula. The natural scenery here is beautiful, which is a good place to appreciate the marine ecology.

🐻 Want to visit Shiretoko National Park with the brown bears and their cubs, watch whales, dolphins, and seals, see Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles, and experience 'Drift Ice Walking'. ㅤ 🦌 Want to stroll on the sandbars of Notsuke Peninsula, see the underwater forest, deer, wild birds, and various flowers. ㅤ 🧊 Want to see miles of drift ice drifting with the ocean currents towards Nemuro and Cape Nosappu. ㅤ 🐟 Want to go to Utoro and Rausu to eat sea urchins and pollock, taste salmon roe, prawns, and scallops in Otaidonuma, and not miss the Hanasaki crabs and saury in Nemuro.

In the Hokkaido itinerary, the Shiretoko Peninsula is a bit niche and is generally not the first choice. As a world natural heritage site, Shiretoko is far away from the crowds and has a mysterious atmosphere. It still retains its original natural features. The Eight Views of Shiretoko range from lakes and waterfalls in native forests to stunning snow scenery. Hiking through the Shiretoko Five Lakes is the most popular itinerary in Hokkaido in winter. 🌟Recommendation reason: 1⃣️The Shiretoko Five Lakes are backed by the Shiretoko Mountains and surrounded by pristine forests, where many wild animals live. In spring and summer, the mountains are continuous and the primeval forests are reflected on the tranquil lake, which is like a dream. From December to March every year, this place is covered with snow. 2⃣️Enter from the entrance of Shiretoko Five Lakes, and go counterclockwise through the Five Lakes, Four Lakes, Three Lakes, Two Lakes, and One Lake to the Lakeside Observation Deck and the final Lianshan Observation Deck. Stepping onto the top of the hill in the face of the snow, I saw a Frozen sea. At around 4 p.m., the sun was setting, and the pink and golden light reflected off the blue sea. On the way back along the beach, we happened to enjoy the most beautiful sunset in Shiretoko. 3⃣️The white-bearded Japanese grandfather served as our guide. There were 9 people in the team, including 3 Chinese sisters and 6 Japanese guests. The guide took us to experience speeding on the snow in the forest. From time to time, he slapped the leaves to make artificial snow, and then took out a stack of fertilizer plastic bags to make a snow slope for sliding. The program was super rich. 💰Per capita consumption: Hiking in Shiretoko Five Lakes in winter, 6,500 yen, very cost-effective ⏳ Tour time: It takes about 45 minutes from the hotel to the hiking site, and 20 minutes to help everyone put on snowboard shoes. The five lakes hiking trip takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes 📝Note tips: high-top snow boots, snow pants, down jackets and windbreakers are all acceptable. Hats, scarves and gloves are a must. All are outdoor trips with no resupply points.

Hokkaido Shiretoko Tourist Information Center/Shiretoko Utoro Michi-no-eki The two are connected and are a good place to visit. Utoro Michi-no-eki sells a lot of local agricultural products, dried goods, kelp, soy sauce, seasoning packets, various souvenirs, Shiretoko specialty items and Hokkaido agricultural products. Of course, the most famous is seafood. A salmon is longer than my arm and only costs about 5,000 yen. The tourist information center next to it has tourist information about the surrounding area, and you can also get commemorative stamps. You can also buy passports for the Shiretoko Bear stamp collection event, go to the designated location to collect stamps, and redeem gifts after completion~ #Hokkaido #Japan #self-driving #snow driving #self-service #stamp collection #free travel #self-driving #self-service #snow driving #Shiretoko Bear #parent-child travel #familytravel

#Japan Attractions The Shiretoko Peninsula is located at the easternmost tip of the Japanese island of Hokkaido, extending into the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. It faces Russia's Kunashir Island across the sea. The Japanese name of the Shiretoko Peninsula means the end of the world in the local Ainu language. The Shiretoko Peninsula is characterized by volcanic activity and being the southernmost point in the Northern Hemisphere, a steep and majestic landscape formed by drift ice and rich wildlife. Especially large mammals such as brown bears and killer whales, as well as large birds of prey that are threatened with extinction, they inhabit many species, and the interaction and interdependence of various wildlife at the top of their food chain. After evaluating this biodiversity and the connections between ocean, river and forest ecosystems, the Shiretoko Peninsula was listed as a World Natural Heritage Site at the World Natural Heritage Conference held in South Africa on July 17, 2005. This is Japan's third and first World Natural Heritage Site to include an ocean. In my mind, Shiretoko Peninsula is one of the most beautiful places in Japan. No praise can compare to it. Once you have been there, you want to go there again, and after you go there, you want to go there again. It is the only place in Japan that you want to go there again. #Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Japan Destinations #Japan Travel Guide #Japan Travel #Hokkaido Travel #Hokkaido #World Heritage #World Natural Heritage #Peninsula #Snow Scenery #Sea of ​​Okhotsk #Sea View #Shiretoko Five Lakes

Shiretoko in Hokkaido is pretty famous👍 Have you been there❓ It's fun, beautiful and interesting🤣🤣 You should definitely go. It's great if it's sunny at the top☀️ The last time I went, it was raining only at the top and sunny below💦 There are a lot of animals and it's often moving🥺 #Breathtakingview #Shiretoko #Amazingnature

This is the only natural heritage of Hokkaido. The Shiretoko Peninsula is located in the northeast corner of Hokkaido. It was successfully completed in 2005 and became the third world natural heritage in Japan after the White Mountain and Yakushima. The most sophisticated Shiretoko, Ainu is the meaning of the end of the earth, is like its celebrity traces to maintain the original appearance, so it is called; Japan's last secret. Autumn Shiretoko Peninsula is not like the beauty of the autumn, the autumn weather is more suitable for the scenery of the Shiretoko Peninsula, and you can also see the squid swimming and whale watching. There is vast vegetation and original natural scenery, which is the end of the earth woven by rich nature and wild rare animals.

The Shiretoko Peninsula is located in the eastern part of Hokkaido. Compared to the small and fresh Otaru, the scenery here can definitely be described by the atmosphere. The Shiretoko Peninsula is sparsely populated, not only here at the end of the world, the Okhotsk coast