“Get lost in the Beauty and Wildness of Nature”

Shiretoko pensinsula, located at the east side of Hokkaido, is designated as a national park and registered as a World Heritage property for the variety of wild animals and birds present and its geological importance in addition to its beautiful landscape. People can visit the Shiretoko Five Lakes within the national park between late April to November to enjoy a photogenic scenery mirroring the sky and the surrounding mountains. There are a few waterfalls and a cave to watch a beautiful sunset. In winter, you can join a tour to watch drift ice on foot or on a cruiser, and take a hot spring (Onsen) to warm you up afterwards.

Please note that visiting the national park is restricted by law and you cannot go beyond the designated areas. Also, visiting some areas require you to attend a lecture in advance to protect yourself from wild bears. So please make a good plan if you want to visit this area.