Shiretoko is located in the southeastern part of Hokkaido. In winter, Shiretoko is a location that you would never think was in Japan. Popular experiential activities include an eco-tour around the silent Shiretoko Five Lakes in the harsh winter, a snowshoe tour of Furepe Falls, and drift ice walks. We will introduce you to other attractions in winter Shiretoko.
Shiretoko's highlights
A recommended spot to experience the great outdoors at Shiretoko, a World Heritage Site!
Roadside Station Utoro-Shirietoku
Located along National Route 334, Roadside Station Utoro-Shirietoku is at the gateway to the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko and is a fisherman's guardhouse-style building.
It serves as the base facility for tourism in Shiretoko and includes a tourist information center that provides up-to-date information, a shop with a wide selection of local specialties, and a restaurant serving seasonal Shiretoko flavors.
Address: 186-8 Utoronishi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido
Access: 3 minutes walk from Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal
Opening hours: November to April 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: New Year's holiday
It serves as the base facility for tourism in Shiretoko and includes a tourist information center that provides up-to-date information, a shop with a wide selection of local specialties, and a restaurant serving seasonal Shiretoko flavors.
Address: 186-8 Utoronishi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido
Access: 3 minutes walk from Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal
Opening hours: November to April 9:00 to 17:00
Closed: New Year's holiday
Shiretoko model itinerary
Introducing a model itinerary that will let you experience the nature of Shiretoko in both summer and winter!
Special feature on Abashiri City, Hokkaido
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