Top Things to do in Shiretoko Peninsula
Top Hotels in Shiretoko Peninsula
Things to do in Shiretoko Peninsula, Hokkaido: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Shiretoko Peninsula, Japan including Shiretoko Goko Lake, Shiretoko Beach, Shiretoko Misaki, Onnebetsu River, Lake Rausu.
Restaurants in Shiretoko Peninsula
1. Shiretoko Goko Lake
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4.5 based on 952 reviews
Reviewed By LCWW - Singapore, Singapore
Two routes available. An elevated footpath takes the visitor on a 1.6km out-and-back walk to Lake Ichiko. It is free and no special footwear is required. The route provides stunning views of the Shiretoko mountain range. Electric fences surround the walkway, to keep the bears away The second route of 3km round trip starts on the ground and joins the elevated walkway towards the end. Entry fee costs 5000 yen from 10 May to 31 July, but drops to only 250 yen from 1 August to 20 October. Visitors are required to register and attend a 10-minute briefing on safety precautions, including action to take in the event of a bear encounter. Ground conditions are classified on a scale of 1 to 3, with 3 being muddy and gum boots required, but gum boots are still highly recommended for condition 2. You’ll need to plan in advance, as the gum boots can only be hired for 500 yen at the Shiretoko Nature Centre, which is located 9km away before you get to Shiretoko Five Lakes. Parking at 500 yen per car, and toilets available. Pleasant walk through nature with lovely views of the lakes and mountain ranges. Best to go on a sunny day, as rain will obscure the view of the surrounding mountains.
