Shakotan
Shakotan (η©δΈΉ) is a sparsely populated peninsula on the western coast of Hokkaido, south of Otaru.
Understand
Tourist information site
The local tourist association has a bilingual guide site.
Get around
The only way to navigate through Shakotan is by car.
See
- π Cape Kamui. It's a 30-minute hike to a lighthouse with beautiful views of the ocean and coast. Free.
Do
Hike in the many designated trails in the area.
Stay safe
This area is bear territory. If walking or hiking in nature try to be noisy to prevent any encounters with bears.
Eat
Being a series of fishing villages along the cost, Shakotan is famous for its fresh seafood. However, most restaurants in Shakotan close by 16:00.
- Uroko (γγγ). Rinkoso's small restaurant, serving uni bowl only. \4300.
- Misaki, 236 Hiduka-cho, Shakotan-gun, 046-0326, β +81 135-45-6547. 9:00-?. Seafood restaurant. To acquire their special Red Bafun Uni, only available between July and August, one must arrive one hour before opening, given only 15 servings are made per day, for Β₯5000 each.
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