2025 Recommended Hiking in Shari (Updated September)

#japantrip My visit to Mt. Io (Atosa-nupuri) was an unforgettable experience! The hike was challenging, but the stunning scenery and unique landscapes made every step worthwhile. The sulfur-rich terrain and steam vents created an otherworldly atmosphere, like walking on a volcanic planet. The panoramic views from the summit were breathtaking, with the surrounding mountains and sea stretching out as far as the eye could see. The hike was a test of endurance, but the sense of accomplishment and the natural beauty of Mt. Io made it an adventure I'll always treasure. If you're up for a challenge, Mt. Io is a must-visit destination!

#Sakura2024 🌟Snow Adventure Following the footprints of wild animals living in Shiretoko is an amazing experience where we will see traces of various wild animals and experience the quiet beauty of winter to the extreme amidst the natural atmosphere covered in pure white snow. 🕘 Activity duration: Approximately 3 hours (including travel time to and from the hotel) Round-trip hiking distance: Approximately 5 kilometers 🪭Hiking activity participation fee: 6,500 yen / person (including hotel pick-up and drop-off, guide, snow shoes that are already lent, no additional fee) Pay the guide in cash on the day of the activity. 🔆What to bring: Hat, sunglasses, gloves, should wear windproof and waterproof clothing. 📍Coordinates of the point where the tour will pick up and drop off Hotel Kiki SHIRETOKO NATURAL RESORT (You can make an appointment with the tour company to pick you up in front of the hotel if the hotel is not far from the park, without additional fee) If you are not staying at a hotel nearby Must get on the bus here: Roadside Rest Area Utoro-Shirietoku 💡Precautions: Please book a local tour guide online at least 3 days before the activity date to set a convenient date, time slot, and time for the van to pick you up. 📸Photos taken during: March 2024 ❄️Approximate temperature: -8 degrees Celsius 📕Recommended activities: Walking, taking photos, watching deer, and if you're lucky, you might even meet a bear, studying footprints and other animal tracks that live in Shiretoko National Park ⭐️How to get to your hotel in Shiretoko: From Sapporo, get on the bus at Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal 🚍Departure: Departure time: 23:15 (It's a sleeper bus with reclining seats) There is a toilet in the car) Arrive at Kiki Natural Resort the next day at 06.39. 🚍Return trip: Depart from Kiki SHIRETOKO NATURAL RESORT at 09.08, arrive at the destination Sapporo at around 16.22. **There is only 1 bus per day for both the outbound and return trips.** 💴Fee from Sapporo: 7,850 yen/trip/person, round trip 15,700 yen/person (buy tickets and choose seats online) 🌸The expected cherry blossom season in Sapporo is around: April 25-29, 2024 #TravelJapan #shiretoko #hokkaido #shiretoko #snowwalking #hokkaido

#Sakura2024 A hiking adventure in Shiretoko National Park is an amazing experience where we can see traces of various wildlife and experience the quiet beauty of winter to the fullest, amidst the natural atmosphere covered in pure white snow. 🕘 Activity duration: Approximately 3 hours (including time spent traveling to and from the hotel) Round-trip hiking distance: Approximately 5 kilometers 🪭Hiking activity participation fee: 6,500 yen/person (including hotel pick-up and drop-off, guide, and snow shoes that are already lent, no additional fee) Pay the guide in cash on the day of the activity. 🔆What to bring: Hat, sunglasses, gloves, should wear windproof and waterproof clothing 📍Location of the tour pick-up and drop-off point Kiki Hotel SHIRETOKO NATURAL RESORT (You can arrange with the tour company to pick you up in front of the hotel for no additional fee) If you are not staying at a hotel nearby Must get on the bus here: Roadside Rest Area Utoro-Shirietoku 💡Precautions: Please book a local tour guide online at least 3 days before the activity date to arrange a convenient date, time slot, and time for the van to pick you up. 📸Photos taken during: March 2024 ❄️Approximate temperature: -8 degrees Celsius 📕Recommended activities: Walking, taking photos, watching deer, studying footprints and other animal tracks that live in Shiretoko National Park ⭐️How to get to your hotel in Shiretoko: From Sapporo, take the bus at Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal 🚍Departure: Departure time: 23:15 (It is a sleeper bus with reclining seats) There is a toilet in the car) Arrive at Kiki Natural Resort the next day at 06:39. 🚍Return trip: Depart from Kiki SHIRETOKO NATURAL RESORT at 09:08, arrive at the destination Sapporo at around 16:22. **There is only one bus per day for both the outbound and return trips.** 💴Fee from Sapporo: 7,850 yen/trip/person, round trip 15,700 yen/person (buy tickets and choose seats online) 🌸The estimated cherry blossom season in Sapporo is around: April 25-29, 2024 #TravelJapan #shiretoko #hokkaido #shiretoko #snowwalking #hokkaido #shiretokonationalpark

In the Hokkaido itinerary, the Shiretoko Peninsula is a bit niche and is generally not the first choice. As a world natural heritage site, Shiretoko is far away from the crowds and has a mysterious atmosphere. It still retains its original natural features. The Eight Views of Shiretoko range from lakes and waterfalls in native forests to stunning snow scenery. Hiking through the Shiretoko Five Lakes is the most popular itinerary in Hokkaido in winter. 🌟Recommendation reason: 1⃣️The Shiretoko Five Lakes are backed by the Shiretoko Mountains and surrounded by pristine forests, where many wild animals live. In spring and summer, the mountains are continuous and the primeval forests are reflected on the tranquil lake, which is like a dream. From December to March every year, this place is covered with snow. 2⃣️Enter from the entrance of Shiretoko Five Lakes, and go counterclockwise through the Five Lakes, Four Lakes, Three Lakes, Two Lakes, and One Lake to the Lakeside Observation Deck and the final Lianshan Observation Deck. Stepping onto the top of the hill in the face of the snow, I saw a Frozen sea. At around 4 p.m., the sun was setting, and the pink and golden light reflected off the blue sea. On the way back along the beach, we happened to enjoy the most beautiful sunset in Shiretoko. 3⃣️The white-bearded Japanese grandfather served as our guide. There were 9 people in the team, including 3 Chinese sisters and 6 Japanese guests. The guide took us to experience speeding on the snow in the forest. From time to time, he slapped the leaves to make artificial snow, and then took out a stack of fertilizer plastic bags to make a snow slope for sliding. The program was super rich. 💰Per capita consumption: Hiking in Shiretoko Five Lakes in winter, 6,500 yen, very cost-effective ⏳ Tour time: It takes about 45 minutes from the hotel to the hiking site, and 20 minutes to help everyone put on snowboard shoes. The five lakes hiking trip takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes 📝Note tips: high-top snow boots, snow pants, down jackets and windbreakers are all acceptable. Hats, scarves and gloves are a must. All are outdoor trips with no resupply points.