The Port of Wakkanai is the northernmost port in Japan where large amounts of crab are caught. Winter is the season of red king crabs while hair crabs are caught in spring after the season of drifting ice, and the snow crabs are absolutely delicious in the fall. There are many restaurant serving crab dishes in Wakkanai City.
Northern SOYA
The northernmost islands and a heavenly garden of beautiful flowers
Rebun Island and Rishiri Island are known for their rich, beautiful flowers and located in the northernmost region of Hokkaido.
An abundance of wild flowers bloom nearby Wakkanai, where you can also indulge yourself with delightful gourmet dishes.
The "Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park" is the northernmost national park in Japan, spreading from Wakkanai to Toyotomi Town, Rishiri Island, and Rebun Island with much to offer for tourists.
- Wakkanai City
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Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationSoya Bus
Approx. 30min -
Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationTaxi
Approx. 20min
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Kombu seaweed is the base for "dashi" (soup stock), which is essential for Japanese dishes, and the Kombu of Rishiri is considered to be of the highest quality. With this it is possible to prepare strong flavored and quality "dashi" that can be used for all kinds of dishes.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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This café is on the second floor of "Oshidomari Sea Station" at the Rishiri Ferry Terminal. Enjoy drinks and desserts along with the view of the sea and mountains of Rishiri Island. Open from mid May to October.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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The sea urchins of Rebun Island feed on the Kombu seaweeds that have plenty of minerals, giving it a rich and sweet flavor. They are served at restaurants and accommodation facilities on the island, while cracking open sea urchins are also popular.
- Rebun Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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Toyotomi Town is famous for its dairy products, which are sold around Hokkaido with its brand of "Toyotomi Milk". The ice creams and soft-serve ice creams are also delicious.
- Toyotomi Town
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Wakkanai
Station Toyotomi
StationJR
Approx. 1hr 10min
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This village catches the largest amount of fresh scallops in Japan that are popular for its delightful texture and taste. Enjoy various scallop dishes at Sarufutsu Village.
- Sarufutsu Village
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Wakkanai
Station SarufutsuSoya Bus
Approx. 1hr 50min
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Cape Noshappu is known for its stunning view of sunsets along with Rishiri Island and Rebun Island, famous for her flowers, across the sea. Many couples also visit the park. There are other places to visit nearby such as the Wakkanai Youth's & Children's Science Museum and an aquarium.
- Wakkanai City
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Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationSoya Bus
Approx. 30min -
Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationTaxi
Approx. 20min
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This is the largest marsh on the island, popular also for the view of Mt. Rishiri in the back, which is referred to as "Rishiri Fuji". There is a walkway along the lakeside, making it the perfect location for strolls as you view the flowers and wild birds.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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Colorful plants grow according each season, and so this is a popular photo spot offering gorgeous sceneries with Mt. Rishiri in the background.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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Cape Sukoton is the northernmost section of Rebun Island with a view of the uninhabited Todo Island in front. The island of Sakhalin can be seen in the distance on a clear day.
- Rebun Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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A spectacular view of "Rishiri Fuji" on Rishiri Island in the distance can be seen from the coast of Sarobetsu Plain. Unique plantlife can also be seen in a section of the Sarobetsu Plain, also referred to as "Sarobetsu Genseikaen".
- Toyotomi Town
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Wakkanai
Station Toyotomi
StationJR
Approx. 1hr 10min
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When there is no wind, the surface of the lakeside of Kamuito Marsh becomes a mirror to display a breathtaking sight. A wooden walkway is laid along the east side for about 50 m, allowing visitors to enjoy strolls.
- Sarufutsu Village
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Wakkanai
Station SarufutsuSoya Bus
Approx. 1hr 50min
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Behind Cape Soya are an area of gently rolling hills. This periglacial landscape formed during the Ice Age is designated as a heritage of Hokkaido. Through the hils are a footpath called the "White Road", paved with white scallop shells.
- Wakkanai City
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Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationSoya Bus
Approx. 30min -
Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationTaxi
Approx. 20min
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Souvenirs made from seaweeds and flowers of Rishiri Island are sold at the "Rishiri Shima no Eki". Visitors can experience making pressed seaweed crafts here as well. Try creating your very own handmade souvenir.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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A spot where the view of Mt. Rishiri used on the package of Hokkaido's famous "Shiroi Koibito" comes from. It is also possible to see Otatomari Marsh, the Numaura Coast, and the main island of Hokkaido.
- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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Rebun Island is also referred to as the "floating island of flowers", with around 300 types of flowers that grow in the grand nature of the northernmost island in Japan. There are several endemic species as well such as the Rebun Lady's Slipper Orchid.
- Rebun Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.
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Toyotomi Onsen is the northernmost hot spring village, famous for its waters that increases perspiration and has high heat retention, which is excellent for the skin. "Kawashima Ryokan" is a place where guests can fully appreciate the quality of Toyotomi Onsen and also enjoy delicious meals.
- Toyotomi Town
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Wakkanai
Station Toyotomi
StationJR
Approx. 1hr 10min
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The "Esanuka Road" passes through the "Esanuka Genseikaen" in the Asachino Plateau, offering a grand view with no artifical structures in sight. Various flowers grow along the road during the summer.
- Sarufutsu Village
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Wakkanai
Station SarufutsuSoya Bus
Approx. 1hr 50min
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Access


airport
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- Wakkanai Airport
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Haneda
Airport Wakkanai
AirportApprox. 1hr 55min
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- Wakkanai Station
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Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationSoya Bus
Approx. 30min
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- Wakkanai City
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Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationSoya Bus
Approx. 30min -
Wakkanai
Airport Wakkanai
StationTaxi
Approx. 20min
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- Rishiri Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
OshidomariHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.-50min
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- Rebun Island
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Wakkanai
Port Port of
KafukaHeart Land Ferry
Approx. 1hr 40min.-50min
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- Toyotomi Town
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Wakkanai
Station Toyotomi
StationJR Soya Line
Approx. 45min
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- Sarufutsu Village
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Wakkanai
Station SarufutsuSoya Bus
Approx. 1hr 50min
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Hokkaido Northern SOYA area tourist information
website - NORTHERN NIPPON Island Hopping
Access to each area in Hokkaido


