I dropped by at this waterfall on my drive from Bihoro to Utoro this hot afternoon (it was 35 degrees Celsius!) and I was rewarded with a cool respite thereat with a cold water spray from the waterfall. The steps ascending to the vantage point of this waterfall was comfortable - even for me in my mid-sixties - and the view thereat was beautifully tranquil. There's also a nice gift shop nearby and there are public toilets here.

This is a really popular rest stop on the way to Shiretoko. There is a huge parking lot with a nice toilet and vending machines. The waterfall is spectacular. We arrived just before the tour busses, so the place was empty.

Good place to stop by for toilet break if you are driving long. Waterfall is nice and have some brown bear warnings as they do have regular sightings. Only people driving pass or the tourist buses makes a toilet break here

Highly accessible by the road side (it even has a shop at the carpark) what's impressive is it's heavy water flow and that you stand pretty much in front of it. It's a combination of two waterfalls that converge. One of the top 100 waterfalls of Japan. A good stop if you are in the area!

A good stop just before Shiretoko Park Nature Centre. It's not that majestic a fall but there's also a souvenir shop and toilets if needed. The view of the Sea of Okhotsk is also lovely

Conveniently located on the way to Utoro, just beside the road with ample parking. No fee with a souvenir store and toilet. You can feel the water mist in the air. Quite spectacular and no hike needed, just a flight of steps

Rest top. There is a toilet and souvenir shop. Five mins work to the waterfall.

Interesting attraction. The car park is small and there is only one decent viewing spot. Hard to not capture the power line from said viewing podium.

Most people stop by on the way to Shiretoko National Park, a place to snap some pictures. The wait is just a few minutes to take turn to take photos, probably just a small group of tourists at any one time.

Great road to sky viewpoint from 1 angle and road to sea viewpoint on the right.. Do come to enjoy the view if you are in the area. To note there is just a carpark and the viewpoints. There are no toilet nor shops here.

We drove up the “road to the sky” and it’s not actually 26km of straight road as advertised. There were at least 2 turns along the way. The view itself is about 3km. There is a nice sign and no tourists at 8am when we visited.

Welcome to heaven cafe 🤣 amused by this sign board. You can still grab a drink here even in the winter cold on feb. Seems like during non winter months you can climb to the observation deck for a better view of the sea. The drift ice have just came to the area about 2 days back and is still visible in the background of the video. On a good day like this you can see the mt kounabetsu on the side as well. Do check out the end point for some great photos but its abit of a drive down. -End of the road leading to heaven

Nice view and really apt name. It really looks like road towards the sky. We were reaching against the rain and managed to get a few photos before the rain hit us.

Recommend to come before dusk. Not crowded at all and easy to take a photo.

Road station that has all the usual facilities, souvenir shop, restaurant, tourist information desk, cafe and 24 hr toilets, as well as wifi. The 2nd building is the Shiretoko nature heritage center.

Awesome. Must visit if you are in Shiretoko…

Conservative center nearby and a good stopover before heading towards shirietoku national park

They open really late... :( the bathroom was dirty.

Interesting place to shop.

Information center of the Shiretoko's most interesting venues. Unfortunatelly the staff is not good in English. Though they try their best to help you. Small buffet inside as well. You can also buy something to eat in the grocery shop inside or souveniers.

The staff travelling service is very friendly to help tourists. We were stuck to call taxi and she automatically called the hotel to pick up us. Very thankful.

I was at this Centre today before walking the Furepe Waterfall Trail. I was impressed by how the Centre not only catered to educating visitors to the Park on the do's and donts' - especially when encountering a bear thereat - but how it catered to the shopping and dining needs of visitors - and of course, providing the necessary public toilet amenities. I did buy a few things at the Centre today and I was impressed by how friendly and courteous the checkout staff were.

Really helpful staff. We were a little confused about what was available in advance. We were able to rent rubber boots for 500 yen each which were really handy in the snow. The first walk to Furepe Falls was 2km, it was a nice walk, the snow looked impressive and we saw some deer along the way. The waterfall was a trickle so not that much to see but the cliffs were impressive and worth a look. The wind was a bit scary when we visited! Back at the centre we decided to do a second trail - we asked at the counter what's available and were given a map for another trail into woodland. It took us about an hour and a half on snow shoes (also rented for 500 yen each). Hard work for the legs but good fun! Some beautiful views of the trees in snow and the overlooking mountains, with an observation area at the halfway point. I wasn't that interested in the lectures/films at the centre itself but the staff were really friendly and helpful at setting us up for our walks. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the Shiretoko area

Amaizing.we went there and saw so many animals, foxes, deers,eagles, owls..the place it is sooooo soo beautiful IM IN LOVE ❤️❤️❤️❤️ ONE OF THE HIDDEN GEMS OF JAPAN

The nature center is very nice. Staff was helpful (apart from a very rude and unhelpful guy at the bar). Unfortunately no way to throw trash away.

Very helpful staff, nice restaurant. You should drop by here before going to hikes in Shiretoko and get the latest information about bears, the trails and any other relevant updates.

Excellent nature, we met with 4 bears just driving around 1 afternoon in mid july. Many deers & foxes too. Majestic setting & friendly rangers & patrols

Short hike to see the waterfall. Encounter deer.

The Shiretoko-Goko Lakes Field House is the ideal starting point for exploring the stunning Shiretoko Five Lakes area. Open from late April to early November, it welcomes visitors daily starting at 7:30 AM and remains open until around sunset, with exact closing times varying by season. Before venturing onto the trails, all visitors are required to attend a brief safety and information lecture to learn about bear precautions and ecological guidelines. From there, hikers can choose between two trail options: a shorter 1.6 km loop to the first two lakes or the full 3 km circuit taking about 90 minutes to visit all five. The Field House not only ensures visitor safety and environmental preservation but also enhances the overall experience, making it a thoughtful and essential gateway into Shiretoko’s breathtaking natural landscapes.

Really beautiful place! Well worth the long drive in from Sapporo. Tour guide needed and best to take the longer route to fully enjoy the scenery.

Beautiful scenery so worth the drive for that. Lovely burgers and ice cream. They take a lot of effort to preserve the local environment and wildlife and prevent damage from tourism, which is much appreciated. Efforts are made to reduce bear sightings, so don’t come expecting to see them!

We took the wood trail and was lucky not to see any bears albeit we saw fresh bear poop along the path. We had our bear bells and stayed close with people in our group. Beautiful lakes and protected nature.

Joined a 3 hour walking tour around 5 lakes. The guide was patient to introduce traces of bear activities, and share with us lots of information about wide life and plants. The path would be closed and all tour suspended if a bear was spotted. It was near the end of our tour when we were informed of bear sighting near us. The guide coached us to the fenced path and we had a wonderful time, though we did not actually see any bears.

The centre is where you start your walk around the Five Lakes. You can either take the elevated walkway, which is free and where you see 2 of the lakes, or take the ground path,which costs ¥250 and you see all 5 lakes. If you take the ground path you need to register with the centre staff and listen to a 15 min briefing. The ground path of finishes on the elevated walkway. You can get here via shuttle bus from the Shiretoko nature center or you can drive. On Monday August 12 the wait for the carpark was an hour and started at the turn off for Kamuy -Wakka falls. Parking costs ¥500. Motorcycles don't have to wait to enter.

The nature trail walk around the 5 lakes was educational and interesting. Learn a lot about brown bear even though didn’t encounter any. But have learned why it is not a good idea to meet one in wild. Guide was fun and knowledgeable.

You DONT need reservation if you just come by and take photos of the waterfall. If you want to climb the waterfall, you should understand you must wet.

We had a superb experience at the falls...the water is nice and warm, the climb is just challenging enough abd the pools of water to wade and slide make it delightful. Definitely worth a visit as there's nothing that comes close to this experience! A special shout out to the Shireteko Natural Foundation for amazing management. There's a guide at Fall 3 which is the trickiest to navigate. Honestly I was a little scared to go up but Yumi here guided me perfectly and thanks to her encouragement I could reach the summit (which is base of Fall 3). You can't climb Fall 4. Yumi is extremely helpful, proactive and tbh the kind of cheerleader-cum-nudger everyone needs in life! Decent fitness required. Not suitable for people with knee or back issues. Or any kind of mobility issues.

This is the northernmost point you can drive to on the western side of Shiretoko. There are tours up the waterfall but we didn’t participate. The water is warm and there are pools you can dip your feet in if you hike up. The hiking trailed were closed due to a recent bear attack. Getting to the waterfall required a 5km drive on dirt and stone path.

Kamuiwakka, the water of the gods. The higher you go, the higher the water temperature becomes, but because it is highly acidic it may be harsh for those with sensitive skin. Apparently people used to climb in straw sandals, but I wonder what it is like now. Many people have slipped off since long ago. When I was younger I was almost completely ignorant and didn't care, but it seems that terrifying brown bears appear. Back then I didn't care at all and just bivouaced on the hiking trail. Ignorance is a frightening thing. Not just with bears, I think you should think carefully before climbing Kamuiwakka Valley.

Love it! Pleasant drive to the trailhead, with very clear directions given after booking is completed. Lovely hike. It's our first time experiencing a hot falls

Incredible experience climbing the waterfalls with no crowds, and swimming in the naturally heated pools

The water is very acidic, coming down the waterfall my skin was on fire and felt like needles on it. I didn’t have any cuts. There aren’t that much fresh water to rinse. We had to use our drinking water instead. I didn’t think this hike was that worth it. The water is lukewarm at best and you risk serious injuries on the rock.

Beautiful area. We visited in winter and took a tour to see the Stella’s sea eagles. The tour was great and was extremely informative. Got to see quite a few eagles too. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing as the weather gets very cold particularly if it’s windy.

We went in the winter and the view was outstanding. Shiretoko with the drift ice is beautiful. What isn't is the train ride there made for tourists, horribly noisy, the staff says everything on a loudspeaker ("See the drift ice" , "look at the mountain" etc.). Insufferably loud and very unnecessary service - you can see all without help obviously. BUT the most disappointing part is how we don't speak about fishing activities in a national park area... We went to the port and saw a fish drying facility which is protected by nets from the birds that would go and "steal" the fish. Marine birds are hung up and dying as they get caught in these nets. Commercial fishing already has a huge amount of bycatch on the sea, we have to add a lot more to it on land too. And all this in a national park - a should be protected area.

A unique landscape if nothing else but there is more. Upon finishing the well made & well maintained wooden broadwalk or if you decided to take the ground path you will end up at the last point & be treated to an impressive mountain range backdrop. Topped with long since hardened molten lava the tops are shrouded in low clouds. A mountain backdrop dropping down steeply to the Okhotsk sea & a ‘sea’ of short bamboo grass with 5 small lakes in between truly makes for a unique landscape. There was only one large lake when we went in early October as the others may have drained at that time of the year. A modest park entrance fee of ¥500 was charged for cars. Those choosing to walk on the ground track are required to pay a small fee per person but the broadwalk is free.

This review is specifically for the Shiretoko-goko Lakes or the Shiretoko Five Lakes at the Shiretoko National Park. As a first time foreign tourist in Hokkaido, I visited this attraction this afternoon and I was impressed by the "as far as the eye can see" wooden boardwalks to see the main lake here, making it a relatively comfortable walk among nature - whereas the other four lakes are in a less accessible situation for the ordinary tourist. While this place boasts the lake(s) and its wooden boardwalks, the scenery of its surroundings is very beautiful and if you are lucky, you would be able see wildlife nearby - especially deer. So if you are in Shiretoko, I highly recommend this place for you to visit.

When I visit this place, I feel like the fatigue of my long journey is gone. The fresh air and peace that cannot be expressed in words seemed to cover my whole body. It was an experience that made my mind feel comfortable with a warm and cozy atmosphere. If I have a chance, I would like to visit again and feel the emotion again. It was a beautiful place I really couldn't forget.

Very cool reserve, there was a lot of wildlife.

i think staying in the rausu side is a better choice as we saw more wildlife there. the rausu mt it very impressive

The taste is wonderful, so fresh! And the price is reasonable for the fish variety, amount, and quality. The staff is busy and rushing around, but they were still friendly and polite, so I was okay with it. •Negatives: ❄️ Sea urchin season is in the summer, so they don't have it in the winter; but they didn't write that anywhere or post any signs. They did write "instead of sea urchin, we're providing fish eggs" on the menu but they didn't write why. If you're not from the area, you might not know it's out of season. Even Japanese tourists were asking about sea urchin. The staff is so rushed, they might do well to post signs clearly stating it. 🦴One of my sashimi varieties (so 2~3 pieces total) had bones in it. I don't know if this is normal for that type of fish, or maybe a Hokkaido thing as I've never been before, but that was the first time I've had bones in sashimi and I didn't enjoy it. 📜The menu is a bit confusing. There are pictures on the front but the options to make them a teishoku/plate are inside the menu. There doesn't seem to be an English menu. The staff might not have to rush around so much if they made a new menu.

Tasty seafood ramen found here. The stock is excellent. The kaisen don features fresh umi, octopus, sashimi in luxurious amounts of salmon roe. Highly recommended. The opening hours on Google mention is opened for dinner. But we came twice and it was closed. It is open during lunch 11 to 4pm. GPS guided me near to kitakobushi hotel but is actually opposite the shiretoko heritage centre

We was just randomly walk into this shop, the seller don't really speak Japanese. But the food is nice n fresh. Love it.

Very good “sea food donburi”. Sea food lover should definitely visit here!

Seafood ramen was good. Shoyu Ramen was too salty. Like previous contributer said - hasty staff.

Good quality food at a reasonable price.

Had two kaisendons. Ebi is spectacularly fresh. Shrimp head was a delight. Ikura was fresh. Other patrons seem to prefer the seafood ramen so that'll be my order next time. Lineup early to avoid waiting too long. Great choice to eat in shiretoko

The quality of the food didn't live up to the high expectations of other reviewers, and the prices weren't particularly low. This may be due to the prices and quality in the tourist area. Despite not offering anything out of the ordinary, the restaurant still attracts many bookings. The atmosphere is that of a typical izakaya with home-style cooking. Despite being run by just two people, the service was attentive and polite.

A very small restaurant but the food was so amazing! Reservation is a MUST. Everything that we ordered tasted so good, including a simple plate of chicken karaage. Sashimi was super fresh too!

Super nice restaurant, the lovely and friendly couple cooked delicious meals, we had the best grilled mackerel ever! Great dinner experience and make sure to book in advance!

Lovely family run place with a wide selection of dishes. Not too many restaurants are open for dinner in the area, and reservations are advisable because it is a small place. Food was delicious and the staff was wonderful, especially the chef and the hostess.

Very good mostly local food served almost in your family’s kitchen . Small and intimate. Husband and Wife team serving good food in a friendly fashion but a little depressing the room nothing wrong but not very exhilarating. Having said that you don’t get much choice around here so it’s a decent option . However you must reserve as it’s very small

the nicest couple are serving up incredible home ccoked meals in a nice room. had the grilled mackerel at her suggestion and it was outstanding. the miso with local seaweed was also great.

This restaurant is absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend it. One of the best seafood/sushi we had in Hokkaido. The staff was lovely and we even got free refills for the spinach. Thank you!

Very informative, above all before visiting Shiretoko National Park.

This is an excellent place to take an easy hike and get some exercise. Sika Deer , cliffs, scenery.

Very informative. Staff are helpful. Ask the staff to play a documentary show for Shiretoko, available in various languages at your convenience.

Wonderful place to have a good understsnding of the diversity of Shiretoko. Free admission and nice displays.

An informative visitor introducing shiretoko national park.

Multi languages display on Shiretoko World Heritage site. Pretty informative and worth taking a look.

The restaurant has great curry. Good place to take a rest, browse some goods, or grab a bite to eat.

Just a place for seeing sunsets, nothing too special.

Literally meaning place to see the sunset, it is one of recommended place to see sunset in Utoro. Also accessible in the dark evening during Ryuhyo/Ice Drift Festival in February where we can see the ice drift got lighted-up. In winter, it is supposed to give a spectacular view of sunset and ice drift, but unfortunately it was cloudy when I came.

Tucked away in a campsite, the observation point is quaint and offers great views of the town.

It is camp site.......Not easy to find with Google map, will lead you to north of Utoro and need u turn to 7-11 junction.

Very good

Kinda okay! Not the best sunset I have seen definitely! But nearby there are lot of onsen options.

(Translated by Google) The sunset viewed from Yuhidai Observatory was truly spectacular. The sun setting over the Sea of ​​Okhotsk dyed the horizon orange, and the gradation of the sky changed every moment. The sunset, viewed with only the sounds of the wind and birdsong to echo, was so dramatic that I couldn't stop taking pictures. This is an absolute must-see spot if you visit Shiretoko! (Original) 夕陽台展望台から見る夕日はまさに絶景でした。 オホーツク海に沈んでいく太陽が水平線をオレンジ色に染め、空のグラデーションが刻一刻と変化していきます。 風の音と鳥の声だけが響く中で眺める夕景はとてもドラマチックで、シャッターを切る手が止まりませんでした。 知床を訪れるなら絶対に外せないスポットです！

This pass is not open year round and only during summer, so it's a great chance to drive across from June to August! When the view is clear, you can see the northern islands at the highest point of the pass, with the backdrop of Mt Rausu.

I won't repeat what everyone wrote about the nice views. Instead I'll share one important piece of information: At some point, early on in the drive, your car is going to start humming very loudly. Why does no one mention this in their review? We totally panicked and thought our rental car was breaking down. I was coming from Utoro and continued to drive cautiously, and just around where the Shiretoko Rausu Visitor Center is located, the humming sound abruptly stopped. On the drive back, the same thing happened. From what I observed, there are these ridges along the road, which perhaps are created for added friction during icy conditions, and I think this was what was making our car hum. Another thing: On the drive toward the pass (from Shari), the car navigation system refused to acknowledge that the Shiretoko Pass was open (early June) and kept trying to guide us the long way round to Rausu. I had checked prior to our trip and was almost certain the pass was open, so ignored the car navi and used Google Map.

Shiretoko Pass (知床峠, Shiretoko Tōge) sits at 738 meters atop the Shiretoko Cross-Island Road (Route 334), connecting Utoro on the west coast with Rausu on the east. This high mountain pass offers breathtaking panoramas—on clear days, you can admire Mount Rausu (1,661 meters), pristine primeval forests, the Nemuro Strait, and even Kunashiri Island in the distance. A highlight in autumn, the pass is among the first places in Hokkaido to display vibrant fall foliage, typically peaking in early October. It is also recognized as one of the “Shiretoko Eight Scenic Views.” A free parking area with space for about 66 cars and several buses allows travelers to stop easily, and there is an observation platform to fully appreciate the scenery. Access to the pass is seasonal due to heavy snowfall. It usually closes from November to late April and reopens around Golden Week. Just before the reopening, a popular “Snow Wall Walk” event allows visitors to walk between towering walls of snow cleared from the road. After the pass reopens, it is initially open only during the daytime and only when the road is free of ice.

Beautiful scenic views of the nearby mountains. Toilets here are makeshift; it is recommended that you go someplace else.

GOOD！

Short drive from Utoro. Scenic.

A nice stop over between Utoro to Ruasu. The road condition is good and easy to drive in the summer. The view is good but there are several other great view along the route.

My family and I as first time foreign tourists in Hokkaido did the trail walk at Shiretoko National Park to see Furepe Waterfall up close. The trail walk itself was quite easy, and the reward at the end was fair. Apart from a close up view of the waterfall from the "Observation Deck" nearby, you also get to see Mount Rausa in a different but also beautiful way.

（Trip was in June) After our guided Shiretoko goko lakes tour, we had lunch in a seafood restaurant overlooking the beautiful coast, rested from the mid-day sun for abit then was soooo disappointed to learn that Furepe waterfall trail got closed just a while ago because of bear sighting! We downloaded the live app and checked back regularly to see if the trail would reopen while we hiked the “Deer Fence Course” and “Forest Keeper Trail”. Then from the app, we learned that Furepe trail reopened and we quickly walked over. Just 10mins into our walk, we came across a bear that popped out suddenly from the left of the path!! 🐻 it took a look at us, turning back to look at us a few more times while it continued on its way towards the shelter at the waterfall viewpoint. We were so happy, actually, and really thankful that it was a friendly bear because things could have gone really wrong too. The waterfall was very nice… it was not linked from an obvious river, so it was magical to see the waterfal coming out from the cliff to the sea! We spotted a small herd of deer too. There wasn’t many people when we were there, the trail to the lighthouse was closed as it was under renovation.

A leisurely walk will through some forest and tall shrubs will bring you to the waterfall. I was lucky to catch sight of a Sika deer foraging near the path. You won't hear the falls until you're literally near it. There's a gazebo at the lookout point. I visited in early July-- the water is not gushing, and the source is said to be groundwater. The combination of the high cliffs, mist, and seagulls flying around really added a sense of majesty to the view. Roundtrip is around 40 minutes.

The original route behind the visitor center was closed due to bear sightings. 400m from the main route was the other alternative open, and we did encounter a mid size bear walking suddenly right in front of us. It took a look at us and continue its walk. The mother and family must be nearby and freak me out. We continue the walk to the fall and did not encounter any more. Some visitors saw the poo which probably came from the same bear. The fall is not great, so skip it if you have other things to do. Oshin Koshin is more accessible and dramatic. people say tourists look for encounter with bears and locals look for avoidance ..

nice trail with unique plantation and bird sound, the trail is easy, nothing special about it. the trail to the lighthouse was closed. the trail head is just outside the nature center where there are fluent english speakers!!!

The waterfall itself is basically non existent, you can find much larger ones just on the side of the highway with no marking, but the rest of the scenery is pretty. You’ll probably spend a lot longer getting there after parking than you will looking at it so I’d skip it, there are much more scenic areas if you keep driving north and don’t require you to walk through generic looking woods. At least it’s free and well maintained.

I saw a giant male bear on the way to the waterfall on Oct 29th around 10:30am. Maybe like 5 minutes from the visitor center. Please be careful.

As a first time foreign tourist in Hokkaido, I made a climb up this Rock this morning. The steps for the ascent (and descent) were firm and good, and it was manageable for me as a 65 year old. The surrounding views going up the steps and at the top of the Rock made the climb up (then down) worth the effort.

It’s a giant boulder at the Utoro bay, we walked up the stairs to get a 360° view of the sea! Many pretty wild flowers when we were there in mid-June. We watched seagulls, watched the sunset, it was beautiful!

Definitely worth the climb to the top of the rock when the weather is good. The view is wide and open, with many seagulls flying all around.

A litte steep. Not easy for those elder and weak. Need carefully to watch out the step. Great view when on the top of rock.

Entrance is roped off advising not to attempt climbing up the stairs unless snow shoes are available. Some of the stairs were slippery from snow but holding onto the rail is good enough with regular trekking boots for me. Around 100 steps give or take, so only a short hike is required. View on top of the rock is impeccable given the drift ice this year is abundant.

Visitors need to be aware that there's a very steep staircase climb towards the peak to reach the viewpoint. It's not easy and not suitable for children or the elderly. The views from the peak are pretty ok, and if you've an hour or so to kill. Then go for it. Otherwise, you can just give it a pass.

It was an enjoyable little hike. It is free to enter. (I was told it is closed in winter.) The steps up can get your heart rate up but it's not that long until the top. Nice views of the town and the port area. Be careful, going up the steps are cement but of various uneven sizes. At the top the steps and boardwalk are made of wood and there are many bad spots where the wood has rotted or broken. We went at 6am before it got too hot. The lighting then was nice.

Although the temple is nothing special, there is a natural water source. Amazing taste!

Very scenic, discrete place.

(Translated by Google) The torii gate has a nice atmosphere, but the main hall is a simple structure like a storehouse. Behind the torii gate there is a large amount of spring water, which was cold and delicious. (Original) 鳥居は雰囲気がありますが、本殿は倉庫のような質素なつくり。鳥居の奥側に大量の湧水があり、冷たくて美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) I first went there hoping to drink the fresh mountain water, known as underground water from Mt. Shari, but after filling up, I passed through the torii gate and walked deeper and deeper into the shrine. After climbing a steep slope, I came across a quietly standing shrine, so I paid my respects. I received some extra income that day, and was surprised at the blessings I received. 👀 Of course, the water was delicious. (Original) 初めは斜里岳の伏流水という、新鮮な山の水を飲みたいと思い行ったのですが水を汲んだあとに鳥居をくぐって奥へ奥へと進み、急な坂を登りきると祠がひっそりと佇んでいたのでお参りしました。その日のうちに臨時収入があり、ご利益に驚き👀‼️お水はもちろん美味しく頂きました。

(Translated by Google) "Raiun Shrine" is sure to bring you good luck! Pass through the torii gate and pray to the water god, then climb up to the top of the shrine and receive some water. It's a very calming place. (Original) 『来運神社』いい運を授けてもらえるはず！ 鳥居をくぐって水神様にお参りして、来運神社へ登って、お水をいただきます。心落ち着く場所です。

(Translated by Google) It has a Ghibli feel to it. The shrine building is not very elaborate, as is typical of Hokkaido (?), but the path leading from the torii gate to the shrine is mysterious. The spring is also surprisingly clear, and I gulped down the water. (Original) ジブリ感がありますね〜。 神社の建物は北海道らしく（？）あまり拘られてないのですが、鳥居から社まで続く道が神秘的です。泉の透明度も驚くほど綺麗でゴクゴクお水をいただきました。

(Translated by Google) It was close to the accommodation, so I visited before breakfast (^^) I bowed in front of the torii gate and passed through with the feeling that I was intruding. I heard the sound of flowing water, the place where water was drawn, and although I didn't have any spiritual powers, the air felt clean. I was impressed that there was such a beautiful place with a lot of water. I went up to the shrine, prayed, and drew my fortune. I saw a fish for a moment in the pond next to the water drawing place. It's a very pleasant place, and I'd like to go again if I go to Kiyosato. When I entered Raiun Shrine in the navigation system, it was directed to a different place, and the person who kindly told me about a place like a container cafe was very grateful for that time m(_ _)m (Original) 宿泊施設から近かったので朝食前に訪れました(^^) 鳥居前でお辞儀をしてお邪魔しますの気持ちでくぐります　水の流れる音、水汲みするところ、霊感とかないけど空気が清らかな感じがしました 水量が多くこんなにきれいなところあるんだと感激します　神社まで上がりお参りしおみくじもひきました 水汲みの横の池にはお魚が一瞬みえましたよ とても気持ちの良いところてす清里に行くならまた行きたい ナビで来運神社といれたら違うところに誘導されコンテナカフェみたいなところのご親切に教えて下さいましたその節はありがとうございましたm(_ _)m

Feels somewhat local, we had no other options because other restaurants were already closing (19:30~). They give service with a kind smile, the food is good and portion sizes are relatively large. Alas we were surprised to find out at the end of the meal that they only accept cash, and the price charged is higher than the sum of dishes due to consumption tax - which in other places is calculated for you in the menu. I recommend the udon, it really has everything you’d need.

Very cosy and intimate little restaurant run by an elderly couple :) The menu is in Japanese and the owners don’t speak English so ordering would be a little difficult, but there are photos of the food in english on the wall. Really delicious deshelled crab, very sweet and fresh uni, and the most amazing scallops ❤️

This place is a hidden gem. Run by a genuine and kind Japanese couple. I run into this place without any idea. The other table sits 3 local fishermen, which is a good sign if locals like it. Fried rice with crab meat is a MUST. Can’t leave this town without trying it. Amazing fresh crab and generous portion. The amberjack sashimi is gorgeous and fresh. The sea urchin was sold out so I didn’t try. But it must be popular. You can’t go wrong with this place. I should bring dorna here. Oh btw when I ordered a salmon sashimi, the owner also gives me the grilled salmon steak on the house. Really kind ppl. Love them.

run by the most wholesome grandparents. happened to stumble across this amazing restaurant and they serve the best kani (crab) porridge i’ve ever eaten. it was so flavourful and superbara oishi that my dad and i went back three dinners in a row just to have their kani porridge 🥰 a must try !🦀🍚

Yes to the seafood donburi bowls with uni, but don't forget to try the fresh local sashimi or grilled fish. The elderly couple are delightful but do not speak English. I recommend using your phone's translator app to see the daily specials.

Run by an elderly couple, this is an amazing little place: homely, friendly, with supremely fresh and delicious seafood. My photo does not do justice to the quality of the tuna sashimi.

Easily the best crab I’ve ever had in my life. What more can I say? Well, I also loved that the AC was running on the hot summer day that we visited. It seems that in Hokkaido, ACs are usually kept off, so we were glad to dine in the cool temperature for once! :)

Had some of the best and freshest seafood like sea urchins and salmon bowls here! Come early to avoid the queues and with wider selection of seafood available to choose from. This place starts getting busy and noisy with long queues by 9 and things get sold out quickly too. Very popular with locals. Not a big eatery and the ordering process can be quite chaotic especially when the staff speak little English. But they are still friendly and accommodating. Great place to stop by before heading into the far north.

must go early if you want the daily special. went around 1pm and had to queue for 30mins, only had the salmon bowl left which was delicious.

Hidden gem near Godzilla Rock and not far from Oronko Rock and Triangle Rock in Utoro. Very simple menu but the ingredients are really fresh. I had the 3-in-1 ikura don which consisted of salmon fish roe, cooked salmon and cured salmon. Very good portion and the food is delectable. Ask for the English menu before placing order. The only issue is the space in the shop is really crowded, not suitable for the elderly and families with very young children. Overall, it is value-for-money!

It was a cold and rainy day when we visited the restaurant. Since it was late in the afternoon when we arrived at Shiretoko, all other restaurants had been closed for lunch. We finally managed to get a table from this restaurant after a short wait on our car. It was real good to have a hot miso soup and grill Kinki to warm the body and fill the stomach!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and I can confidently say it served the best fish I've ever tasted. The quality and flavor of the fish were truly exceptional, leaving a lasting impression on my taste buds. What further enhanced my dining experience was the warm and friendly staff. Their welcoming demeanor and attentiveness made me feel right at home, creating a welcoming atmosphere that added to the overall enjoyment of the meal.

Salmon oyakodon was delicious. Too bad the 3 salmon bowl was unavailable. Arrived at 11am for early lunch and there was a short queue already. Waited about 20 min. Friendly and prompt service.

Very family type of restaurant, pice is moderate, food quality is high. May a bit crowded during lunch time, be prepared for waiting.

The food tasted good. We ordered the Crab/Salmon Don, some maguro, the pork brochettes and a grilled mackerel. The food felt fresh and tasted good, but the prices are expensive. We stopped here because the other restaurants were either closed or full. There is a high end hotel nearby, which might explain the prices. Unfortunately, the grilled mackerel had parasites and my companion was unable to finish their dish. The restaurant staff acknowledged it, apologized and removed it from our check.

High-quality fish, generous portions, welcoming staff. Fantastic prices for the sashimi dons too. If I could offer a suggestion—turn on more fans/AC in the summer!

Great seafood and welcoming staff. The atmosphere was lively and fun. Don’t miss the sashimi assortment and the butter scallops!

Mediocre-quality food, the other seafood restaurants in town are much better. The staff are nice but their response is sometimes a little bit late. The building is kind of old.

Super fresh seafood donburi (seafood over rice). The food is on a little bit expensive side, but the quality is superb. This is a non-smoking restaurant.

Very delicious!! Highly recommended!!

Seafood/ fish portions are relatively small for the price we pay.

The shirowasabi they made by themselves was so tasty!!

Very good soba!!!

(Translated by Google) The flavor and aroma of soba is the strongest! I ordered a large serving of Mori Soba. First, eat the soba as is. The aroma of home-grown soba fills your mouth! I thought it was the best flavor I've ever had in Hokkaido. It goes down easily in the throat, and we use spring water from Raiun. According to a friend who runs a chain of soba restaurants in Hokkaido, ``The taste of soba changes depending on the water.'' ``The taste varies depending on the store, and at our store, the ◯○ store is the most delicious.'' Home-grown soba noodles and delicious water. I think it's no exaggeration to say that this is the strongest. It's very far away and there's nothing around, so you have to come here for the sake of it rather than just stopping by. It was cheap and delicious!! (Original) 蕎麦の風味、香りが最強！ もりそばの大盛りを注文しました。 まずは、そのまま、蕎麦を食する。 自家栽培の蕎麦の香りが、口の中にいっぱい拡がる!　北海道では、過去一番の風味と思いました。 喉越しも良く、来運の湧水を使用している。 北海道で蕎麦チェーン店を展開している、知人によると、「蕎麦は水で味が変わるんだよ。」「店舗によって味が違っていて、うちの店でも、◯○店が一番美味い」とのこと。 自家栽培の蕎麦と美味い水。これは、最強って言っても過言ではないと思えました。 とても、遠いし、周りには何も無いので、ついでに、寄るという感覚では無く、ここを目当てに来ないと駄目です。 安くて、美味かったな〜!!

(Translated by Google) It's delicious. But it's a soba restaurant in the countryside, so be careful not to set your expectations too high lol It can get crowded on some days, so I recommend going before opening. The owner seems a bit tired, so it seems like they've been limiting servings to 20 recently? So the Sharidake mori menu is currently on hold. It's both good and bad that it's being featured in the media 💦 It may calm down a bit once the excitement cools down, but it's a restaurant that's well supported by local fans, so please visit if you have the chance. (Original) 美味しいです。 でも片田舎の蕎麦屋さん、あまりハードルを上げすぎない様にご注意下さい笑 日によっては混み合っているので開店前に行くのがお勧めです。 店主さんがお疲れ気味なので、最近は限定20食な事が多い？みたい。 なので斜里岳盛りメニューは中止中。 マスコミに取り上げられると良い様な悪い様な💦 熱りが冷めれば少しは落ち着くかもしれませんが、地元のファンがしっかり支えているお店なので機会があれば伺ってください。

(Translated by Google) It was delicious! They don't take orders all at once, but instead take new orders after serving a certain amount. They were very efficient in a small shop. I wondered if they even kept an eye on the timing of the soba soup. Cheap, delicious, and good value for money! The owner was also a nice guy with a smile 😀 (Original) 美味しかったです！ 注文をいっぺんに取らず、ある程度提供したら新しく注文を受ける。狭いお店で手際よくやられていました。蕎麦湯のタイミングもちゃんと見てるのかな〜と思いました。 安くておいしくてコスパ良し！ 店主さんもニコニコして良い人です😀

(Translated by Google) I had seen this place on a TV travel program just before my trip to eastern Hokkaido, so I stopped in on the way to the Road to Heaven. The location was in the middle of nowhere. It was a little before 12 o'clock on a weekday, but the restaurant was already full, and there were four people waiting outside, but I was lucky and was able to enter in about 10 minutes. They don't have a system where you write your name down and wait, so it looks like you'll just have to wait patiently outside. It must be difficult in midsummer or midwinter. The soba was fragrant and delicious. I ordered the recommended large portion, which was quite a large portion and very filling. I recommend the regular size for women and children. (Original) 道東旅行の直前にテレビの旅番組で訪れていたので、天に続く道に行く途中に寄ってみました。 立地は周りは何見ないところでした。 平日の12時少し前でしたが既に満席で、店の外で４名が待っていましたが、タイミングがよく１０分程度で入店できました。 特に名前を書いて待つ方式ではないので、外で辛抱強く待つしかなさそうです。真夏や真冬は大変そうです。 蕎麦は香りもよく美味しかったです。お勧めの大もりを頂きましたが、結構な量で食べ応えがありました。 女性やお子さんには通常サイズをお勧めします。

(Translated by Google) July 2025, Thursday / Soba Restaurant Raiun (Journey to Eastern Hokkaido) [Time Required] 1 hour 10 minutes [Meal Cost] ¥780 x 2 Zaru Soba [Parking] Free [Review] I happened to be watching a program called Tabi Salad, and this place was featured in a special on Eastern Hokkaido. I arrived a little after noon, but five people were already waiting outside. There was a sign at the entrance saying "Limited to 20 servings." Just to be sure, I went inside and asked the owner, who said, "We'll be fine." We waited in the heat for a while. Then, more customers arrived after us. I advised them to check with the owner, and he said it was okay for them. These people, who had heard our conversation and asked, "Are you from Nagoya?", told us they had come from Kumamoto in a small camper van, mostly on the back roads. They said they had stopped by an uncle from Nagoya on the way here, and I guess I could tell from their intonation. We were almost the last customers, so the five of us, the Kumamoto people, the owner, and I chatted about various things. The reason they limited the servings to 20 was because they had so many customers that their backs hurt. After listening to valuable stories about water and shrines, we took a commemorative photo. Keep up the great work! [Previous Visit] The Road to Heaven [Next Visit] Raiun Shrine (Original) 2025.07　木曜／そば処 らいうん（北海道東部の旅） 【所要時間】1時間10分【食事代】780円×2　ざるそば【駐車場】無料 【感想】たまたま見ていた旅サラダという番組の道東特集で紹介されました。12時少し過ぎに着きましたが、すでに5人の方が店外でお待ち。 入口には、「20食限定」の張り紙が。念のため、中に入って店主に聞いたところ「何とか大丈夫」。 暑いところでしばらく待っていました。そして、私たちの後にもお客さんがきます。「店主に確認したほうが良い」とアドバイスしたところ、その方たちくらいまではOkとのこと。 私たちの会話を聞いて「名古屋からですか」と聞かれたその方たちは、熊本からほぼ下道を使って小さ目のキャンピングカーで来たとのことです。 ここに来る途中、名古屋のおじさんの所によったそうですが、イントネーションで分かったようです。 ほぼ最後のお客だったので、熊本の方と店主と5人でよもやま話。20食限定にしたのは、多くのお客さんが来すぎて腰をやったとのこと。 水の話とか神社の話など、貴重な話を聞いた後は、記念撮影。 これからも頑張ってくださいね 【前の訪問地】天に続く道 【次の訪問地】来運神社

As a first time foreign tourist in Hokkaido, I was told that this rock formation in Utoro, Shiretoko, resembled the famous Kaiju, Godzilla. Well, I guess so in some ways. By the way, you get a better sense of the size of this rock, from the top of the nearby Oronko Rock that's worth climbing up.

Have to hike up the 60m tall Oronko rock, then it sort of resemble Godzilla, else if you are right in front of the rock certain angle it looks like man genital.

Just opposite out anui homestay.

This is so funny, to have a rock looking like Godzilla in Japan! Great to stop by around here at different angles and take a pic!

Interesting rock formation, not to far from the pier. Have to be careful cause so many sea gull, and their droppings can spoil your day!

Make sure you look at it from the main road facing northwards to get the "Godzilla" impression. Not much parking.

It is what the name implies it is . It looks like Godzilla

It's a big rock, nothing more and nothing less. The most exciting thing is there are tons of seagulls on this rock. It's worth stopping here if you are going to see Godzilla rock, which is a disappointment.

(Translated by Google) i came here in winter and it was so beautiful and peaceful (Original) tôi đến đây vào mùa đông và nó thật đẹp và yên bình

(Translated by Google) I didn't know Hisaya Morishige because of my generation, so I ignored him. You can see the sunset very beautifully from there. If you are afraid of climbing Oronko Rock, you can take beautiful photos from here 📷️ A little fox showed its head on the triangular rock nearby. (Original) 世代的に森繁久彌さんを存じ上げず、スルーしました。 その傍から、夕日がとても綺麗に撮れます。 オロンコ岩を登るのが怖い方は、ここから綺麗に撮れますよ📷️ すぐ傍の三角岩に、こぎつねが顔を出してくれました。

(Translated by Google) It is located at the back of the parking lot through the Oronko Rock Tunnel. In the summer, it is the boarding point for the Shiretoko sightseeing boat Aurora. A view point where you can see the Shiretoko mountain range. Parking is free in the winter, but there is a fee in the summer. (Original) オロンコ岩隧道を抜けた駐車場の奥にあります。 夏は知床観光船おーろら号の乗船場所になっています。 知床連山を眺められるビューポイント。 駐車場は冬は無料ですが夏は有料です。

(Translated by Google) The parking lot is large. On the way home, the ladies in the parking lot waved at me ♪ I felt the humanity of Hokkaido. (Original) 駐車場は広いです。帰りに駐車場のおばちゃん達が手を振ってくれた♪北海道の人情を感じる。

(Translated by Google) I came here as one of the tourist spots, Only monuments. (Original) 観光スポットの一つで来たのですが、 記念碑のみです。

(Translated by Google) There is a big parking lot here You can watch the sunset over the Sea of ​​Okhotsk You can also overlook Mt. Rausu from afar And passenger ships also dock here. (Original) 這裡有很大停車場 可以觀賞鄂霍次克海夕陽 也可以遠眺羅臼岳 而且旅客船舶也停靠於此

(Translated by Google) 2025-1-2 Japan's easternmost ski resort without lifts. This place was also before opening 😅 (Original) 2025-1-2 リフト無しの日本最東端のスキー場。 ここもオープン前だった😅

(Translated by Google) There are almost no tourists in the local small ski resort I accidentally booked the venue Although it’s not big, the view is extraordinary It’s watching the drifting ice. The drifting ice ~ the scenery is priceless Here is a very simple cable T-Bar First time encounter! I tried several times but still can't get started. The employees at the ski resort looked at us in surprise and said: Even elementary school students here can do it. (wry smile) No, the employees came out and taught us how to use it. The slope is quite gentle and very suitable for practice. (Original) 當地的小雪場，幾乎沒有觀光客 不小心就包場了 雖然不大，但是視野很不一般 是看著流冰　流冰啊～景色無價 這裡是用一種很簡單的纜繩 T-Bar 第一次遇到！試了好幾次都不上手 雪場的員工很驚訝的看著我們說：這邊小學生都會耶 （苦笑） 不得以，員工都走出來教我們使用了 坡度還蠻緩的　很適合練習用

(Translated by Google) Skiing for the first time in 20 years 🎿❗️ I started sliding with excitement and managed to come down ❗️ The course is short. If you climb with your skis, you can ski the steep course ❗️ Rope toe? It was difficult to ride Toyara😅 Something plate-like? Climb with your skis on so that they are at your waist. I think the one-day ticket was 600 yen❗️ It may become a private property 👍 (Original) 20年ぶりのスキー🎿❗️ ドキドキしながら滑り出し、何とか下りてきました❗️ コースは短いですね。スキー板を抱えて登って行くなら、急コースは滑れますよ❗️ ロープトゥ？とやらに乗るのが難しかったです😅 何か板状のもの？を自分の腰に来るようにして、スキーも履いたまんま登る。 １日券 600円だったと思います❗️ 貸し切り状態になるかもしれません👍

(Translated by Google) It's a small ski resort, but it might be a good place to take small children. (Original) 小さいスキー場ですが小さな子供を連れていくにはちょうど良いかも

(Translated by Google) I play park golf in the summer. (Original) 夏はパークゴルフやってます

(Translated by Google) The staff is wonderful!! ️ (Original) スタッフがステキ‼️

(Translated by Google) fun! ! (Original) 楽しい！！

Salmon season csn Swee the salmon up to river

Bus station is near the JR station around the 1 minutes by walking.

There is a ticketing counter, toilets, trash bins and a tiny smoking area.

Buses between Utoro and Memanbetsu Airport are about 3 per day (August 2016). You can also travel from here up to the Shiretoko Nature Centre (Furepe Falls), The Five Lakes and Kamuiwakka Falls.

Nice place. It has lockers, so we can keep our luggage here to go straight ahead to the sea port to enjoy ship's trip.

There are convinient stores nearby, you can get some food while waiting for your ride

On time, about as expensive as other bus services in the area. About 1500 for trips to five lakes return.

One of our photo stops for our Panoramic Lakes & Ocean cycling tour (Abashiri- Akan - Shiretoko)

Best observation point in Utoro part of Shiretoko. This observatory is located on the way from Utoro Town to the Shiretoko Odan Road. The sunset here is spectacular, you should take a picture when you come to Shiretoko.

Taken in feb. Best observation point in utoro part of shiretoko. Well known spot of photo taking and sunset shots. So it can get abit crowded at times. You can get a good view of the moutain range and the bay area below. When the drift ice are around, good place to shoot the time lapse videos too. A small parking spot is just beside this viewpoint for a quick stop over. But again depends on the crowd. Overall, a must go if you are in this area.

We were there at night to see the stars, the place was an excellent place to see it if you do not want to drive out far into shiretoko to view the stars

Supposed to be a very nice spot for sunset. There isn't a ton of space to pull over on the road, though.

Very good view

Not bad

Short walk from the Park visitor centre via a clearly marked path. You can see some deers along the way.

Nice short walk. We were lucky enough to catch a few deer during our visit. Tour groups come through though which can get a bit noisy. Beautiful scenery otherwise !

The place is surreal. One of the amazing spot in Shiretoko National Park

Peaceful deck to observe water fall, clip and a light house.

Nice journey to the nature, but need to be careful to the bears

Well worth the short walk@

From here you can see the home of seagulls. and the peacefulness of the sea. An easy walk from the parking area.

Unique place feel Like on another planet! I wish there is shuttle or bus to go here. I was told either walk or car/taxi. ( its too cold to walk from town to here in winter) I wish there is more info about this place in english. I don’t know how long/how many trails. The visitor center is already closed by the time I arrived like 4.30ish and people were leaving. so I didnt walk around much just took picture from the front

Exciting volcano spilling activity with steam at close distance

(Translated by Google) Atosanupuri, located in Teshikaga Town, Hokkaido, is an impressive spot where you can feel the heartbeat of the earth up close. The sight of white smoke rising from fumaroles and bright yellow sulfur crystals is truly another world. When I visited for the first time, I was overwhelmed by its dynamics!   ①【Location and access】 Mt. Io is located about 5 minutes by car from JR Kawayu Onsen Station. If you use public transportation, you can also take a bus from the station. The parking lot is located in front of the Mt. Io MOKMOK Base, and as of May 2025, from May 1st to October 31st, there is a 500 yen fee for cars (common ticket with Lake Mashu No. 1 Observation Deck). It is open for free from November 1st to April 30th of the following year. It's about a 10 minute walk from the parking lot to the fumarole, and you'll be walking on a gravel path, so comfortable shoes are recommended.    ② [Facilities and services] At the ``Ioyama MOKMOK Base,'' you can purchase local specialties and souvenirs. Particularly popular are hot spring eggs made with 100% source water from Kawayu Onsen, and sweets called ``sulfur balls'' shaped like lumps of sulfur. In addition, ``Atosanupuri trekking tours'' are also held with certified guides, and you will be given special guidance to areas that are normally off-limits. This tour has received high praise, including winning the 2022 Ecotourism Award.     ③【Highlights/Attractions】 The most attractive feature of Mt. Io is the white smoke rising from the more than 1,500 fumaroles and the yellow sulfur crystals that spread around it. These are designated as Teshikaga Town's ``Specified Natural Tourism Resources'' and allow you to feel the power of nature. Additionally, from June to July, the white flowers of Isotsutsuji bloom in the surrounding Tsutsujigahara, creating a magical landscape. Good souvenirs include gauze handkerchiefs with Ainu patterns, hot spring ingredients, and Yunohana glass chopstick rests.     Mt. Io is a valuable spot where you can experience the power and beauty of nature firsthand. When visiting, please be careful of volcanic gas and high-temperature fumes and enjoy an extraordinary experience.  (Original) 北海道・弟子屈町にある「硫黄山（アトサヌプリ）」は、まるで地球の鼓動を間近に感じられるような、迫力満点のスポットです。噴気孔から立ち上る白煙や、鮮やかな黄色の硫黄結晶が広がる景色は、まさに別世界。初めて訪れたとき、そのダイナミックさに圧倒されました！   ①【ロケーションとアクセス】 硫黄山は、JR川湯温泉駅から車で約5分の場所に位置しています。公共交通機関を利用する場合、駅からバスでのアクセスも可能です。駐車場は「硫黄山MOKMOKベース」前にあり、2025年5月現在、5月1日～10月31日の間は乗用車で500円の料金がかかります（摩周湖第一展望台との共通券） 。11月1日～翌年4月30日までは無料開放されています。駐車場から噴気孔までは徒歩10分ほどで、砂礫の道を歩くため、歩きやすい靴がおすすめです。    ②【施設とサービス】 「硫黄山MOKMOKベース」では、地元の特産品やお土産を購入できます。特に、川湯温泉の源泉100％を使用した温泉卵や、硫黄の塊に見立てた「硫黄玉」というお菓子が人気です 。また、認定ガイドによる「アトサヌプリトレッキングツアー」も開催されており、通常は立ち入り禁止のエリアを特別に案内してもらえます。このツアーは、2022年のエコツーリズム大賞を受賞するなど、高い評価を受けています 。     ③【見どころ・魅力】 硫黄山の最大の魅力は、1500以上あるとされる噴気孔から立ち上る白煙と、周囲に広がる黄色の硫黄結晶です。これらは弟子屈町の「特定自然観光資源」に指定されており、自然の力強さを感じられます 。また、6月～7月には、周辺の「つつじヶ原」でイソツツジの白い花が咲き乱れ、幻想的な風景が広がります 。お土産には、アイヌ文様のガーゼハンカチや、温泉の素、ユノハナガラスの箸置きなどが喜ばれます 。     硫黄山は、自然の力強さと美しさを肌で感じられる貴重なスポットです。訪れる際は、火山ガスや高温の噴気に注意しつつ、非日常の体験を楽しんでください。 

(Translated by Google) I felt the breath of the earth. Just a short walk from the parking lot, I saw sulfur springs spouting everywhere. I warmed my hands or my waist on the ground. The parking fee was the same as the Lake Mashu parking lot. There was a free pass in the early morning and evening. I paid at Lake Mashu Daiichi. (Original) 地球の息吹きを感じた、駐車場から少々歩くだけで硫黄泉が至る所で噴き出す光景。地面に手や腰をおろせば温まります。駐車場料金は摩周湖駐車場と兼用。早朝と夕方はフリーパスでした、私は摩周湖第一で支払いました。

(Translated by Google) You can see the smoke up close. The breath of the earth is very impressive. It wasn't too crowded, so I was able to enjoy it at my own pace. I had a boiled egg and iced coffee at a souvenir shop called MOKMOK Base. There's a large glass terrace indoors, so even if you're sensitive to the smell of sulfur or it's raining, you can enjoy Mount Io at your leisure. (Original) 間近で噴煙を見る事ができます。 大地の息吹が迫力満点です。 そこまで混み合っていなかったので ゆっくり楽しめました。 MOKMOKベースというお土産屋さんで ゆで卵とアイスコーヒーを頂きました。 室内の大きなガラスのテラスあるので 硫黄の匂いが気になる方や雨でも じっくり硫黄山を楽しめます。

(Translated by Google) Mount Iou is located within Akan-Mashu National Park. As its name suggests, you can smell a strong sulfurous odor as you get close! However, there are not many places where you can see geothermal steam up close, making it a valuable spot where you can experience the power of nature. The steam vents are extremely hot, so care must be taken as you could get burned if you accidentally touch them. The ground is also a little slippery, so we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. The local specialty, Mount Iou boiled eggs, sold at the gift shop, are fragrant and delicious. This is definitely a tourist attraction you should stop by when visiting the Akan-Mashu area. (Original) 阿寒摩周国立公園内にある「硫黄山」。 その名の通り、近づくとかなり硫黄の香りがします！ ですが、これほど近くで地熱の蒸気を見られる場所はなかなか無く、 自然の力強さを体感できる貴重なスポットです。 蒸気口は非常に熱く、うっかり触れると火傷の危険があるため注意が必要です。 足元も少し滑りやすいので、歩きやすい靴で行くのがおすすめ。 また、売店で販売されている名物「硫黄山ゆで卵」は香り豊かで美味しいです。 阿寒・摩周エリアを訪れる際には、ぜひ立ち寄ってほしい観光名所のひとつです。

(Translated by Google) There are many mountains where you can feel the volcano, but there aren't many places where you can easily see fumaroles this close. Smoke hisses, water bubbling away. The surrounding scenery is yellow with sulfur. It's almost scary. It's just a short walk from the parking lot. At the nearby Moku Moku Base, you can buy souvenirs and try their famous eggs. There's a beautiful view of the mountain from the indoor terrace. The toilets are clean, too. (Original) 火山を感じられる山はたくさんありますが、こんな近くで噴気孔を気軽にみられるところはあまりないのでは。シュウシュウと噴き上がる煙、ボコボコ沸騰するお湯。周りの風景は硫黄で黄色い。怖いくらい。 駐車場から直ぐです。 近くのモクモクベースでは、お土産や名物のたまごもたべられます。屋内テラスから山がよく見えてきれい。 トイレもきれいです。

As a first time foreign tourist in Hokkaido, I have just stayed here for two nights at this resort in Utoro, Shiretoko. Overall, this resort lives up to its billing as a "hotel and resort" with its many nice common facilities, spacious room and generous "tie-ins" - in the case of the last, its complimentary all-day grazing and drinking with beer on tap from 1pm-10pm at its Lounge, and complimentary one ice cream scoop per night stay with its "in house" dessert shop. And talking about "in house", I enjoyed browsing and shopping at its gift shop, and using its gym. As for the room that I stayed in, all was good except that it lacked a bedside table and the lighting was quite poor in certain parts of the room. That said, I did appreciate that my room did not come with a "standard" bathtub found in hotels in Japan; instead, it had a more functional and space-saving shower cubicle. I also appreciated (as someone in his mid-60s) that I did not have to step up or down into the room's toilet whenever I wanted to use it.

The room has a lovely view overlooking the open sea and it is renovated with a modern touch. We didn’t have dinner at the hotel, as they only offered a buffet, and we’d already had plenty of those throughout Hokkaido. However, do keep in mind that there aren’t many dining options in this small town, so it’s best to plan ahead when deciding where to eat in Shiretoko. P.S The view of the public onsen and the sauna is one of the best we had in Japan.

Home over the next couple of days as we explore the wildlife around the area. Modern contemporary rooms with general grandeur throughout the property. The restaurant team certainly cooks up a storm and runs an amazing gastronomic array using the freshest ingredients and covering all the bases of mainly Japanese (sashimi, sushi, tempura) with some international dishes (venison ragu pasta). With robots and well-orchestrated teamwork, I would imagine all guests certainly went away satisfied and impressed.

Nice hotel on a convenient location to visit the Shiretoko National Park. Pretty large rooms with comfortable beds. Nice facilities including public bath and big lounge area with free drinks. The buffet restaurant is a bit price for in my opinion.

Our stay at Kitakobushi Resort was nothing short of exceptional. The resort boasts tastefully appointed accommodations. The staff demonstrated exceptional attentiveness and helpfulness. The onsen bath offers an array of amenities, is immaculate, and provides breathtaking views. The Life Table buffet is a culinary delight, featuring high-quality, delectable dishes that consistently surprise and delight. The guest lounge is comprehensive and well-stocked. The resort’s prime location is ideal, conveniently situated near the UNESCO Natural Heritage site. Additionally, the hotel provides comprehensive information on visiting the Shiratoko Pass and the numerous hiking trails in the surrounding area.

Very pricey but the dinner and breakfast were really good. The rooms are clean too, and the onsen bath are also 👍🏻👍🏻 BTW the interior and design looks almost the same as Kiki (guess they belong to the same group) but it’s a level of luxury above. Services are generally ok.

Remote luxury hotel at the edge of the national park. Note that the town itself isn't much of a town in winter - it's really just a few convenience stores and a visitor's centre. But you don't need anything because this hotel is awesome! It's a self contained resort with a buffet restaurant, shop, onsen, gym and chocolate cafe. The remoteness of the location is extremely relaxing and you can stare out at the ocean all day, in between your national park expedition and activities. The buffet dinner and breakfast is also worth mentioning as it's not your average lazy buffet. Most dishes are cooked and made to order in front of you, and presented beautifully. Service is friendly and efficient. The rooms are huge and comfortable. The lobby is pure luxury and the free drinks in the lounge are generous. It's really a hotel that I genuinely enjoyed staying at, and my favourite in all of Hokkaido. Highly recommended and I look forward to returning here in the future!