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

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

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!

📍🇯🇵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

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

🐻 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.

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