What to do and see in Shari-gun, Hokkaido: The Best Things to do

February 4, 2022 Agatha Simes

Discover the best top things to do in Shari-gun, Japan including Shiretoko Goko Lake, Shiretoko Misaki, Kaminoko Pond, Sakura Falls, Road to Heaven, Oshin Koshin Falls, Kamuiwakka Hot Waterfall, Furepe Waterfall, Koshimizu Primeval Garden, Michi-no-Eki Hanayaka Koshimizu.
Restaurants in Shari-gun

1. Shiretoko Goko Lake

Shari-cho, Shari-gun 099-4100 Hokkaido +81 152-24-3323 http://www.goko.go.jp/
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 952 reviews

Shiretoko Goko Lake

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.

2. Shiretoko Misaki

Rausucho, Shari-cho, Shari-gun Hokkaido +81 157-51-1549 https://www.shiretoko.asia/index.html
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 177 reviews

Shiretoko Misaki

3. Kaminoko Pond

Kiyoizumi, Kiyosato-cho, Shari-gun 099-4526 Hokkaido http://www.kiyosatokankou.com/kaminokoike.html
Excellent
52%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 305 reviews

Kaminoko Pond

Reviewed By ValerieS766 - Hokkaido, Japan

This is a tough spot to reach, but if you have access to a car it's worth the drive. This pond is found at the end of a long dirt road, tucked into the mountains. Even on a cloudy day the water of his pond are incredibly blue and clear. This phenomenon is cause by Mt. Mashu spring water constantly being cycled up from below. Every day 12000 tons of water burble up from the mountain, keeping the pond at a constant level and a pristine blue color, even through melting winter snow. Because the water stays at a cool 8℃ all year round, the trees that have fallen into the pond never rot and muddy the water. This is a very remote area, don't expect to have cell phone service. This area also has bear activity, so I would advise not cutting it too close to nightfall. There is a bathroom and parking lot.

4. Sakura Falls

Kawamukai, Kiyosato-cho, Shari-gun 099-4523 Hokkaido https://www.kiyosatokankou.com/sakuranotaki.html
Excellent
60%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 95 reviews

Sakura Falls

5. Road to Heaven

Route 334/244, Shari-cho, Shari-gun 099-4122 Hokkaido
Excellent
45%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 258 reviews

Road to Heaven

6. Oshin Koshin Falls

Utoronishi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun 099-4354 Hokkaido
Excellent
23%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 659 reviews

Oshin Koshin Falls

Reviewed By hungry-sumo - Minato, Japan

Just off the main road to Shiretoko really worth a visit. There is even car parking spaces next to it so it's a breeze to stop by.

7. Kamuiwakka Hot Waterfall

Onnebetsumura, Shari-cho, Shari-gun 099-4100 Hokkaido +81 152-22-2125 http://www.shiretoko.asia/kamuiwakka.html
Excellent
41%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 299 reviews

Kamuiwakka Hot Waterfall

Reviewed By Virendra-Yadav_2014 - Yokohama, Japan

All the waterfalls which I have visited in Japan is not allowing anyone to go inside. But this waterfalls is different from all. You can reach this place by taking direct bus from Shari station or 30 minutes bus from Shari goko area. This is hot waterfalls where you can enjoy light hiking train within falls or you can take bath here. Quite unique view from this fall. you can only climb upto 100 meter upwards but still a must visiting place in Shari area. Do mind bus timings and bear.

8. Furepe Waterfall

Iwaobetsu, Shari-cho, Shari-gun 099-4356 Hokkaido +81 152-24-2114 http://center.shiretoko.or.jp/guide/furepe/
Excellent
35%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 274 reviews

Furepe Waterfall

Reviewed By kmzhao - Hong Kong, China

Lucky me, it could be so beautiful from the visitor centre! But go earlier! I took the 12:30pm bus and started the walk and I nearly had to run back as the last bus was 2pm back to town! It’s at least 30 min one way on the snow and more if you take lots of photos!

9. Koshimizu Primeval Garden

217 Hamakoshimizu, Koshimizu-cho, Shari-gun 099-3452 Hokkaido http://www.town.koshimizu.hokkaido.jp/hotnews/detail/00000164.html
Excellent
19%
Good
49%
Satisfactory
29%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 146 reviews

Koshimizu Primeval Garden

10. Michi-no-Eki Hanayaka Koshimizu

474-7 Hamakoshimizu, Koshimizu-cho, Shari-gun 099-3452 Hokkaido +81 152-63-4111
Excellent
10%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
51%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 70 reviews

Michi-no-Eki Hanayaka Koshimizu

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