Hotels in Abashiri

Explore Japan's oldest wooden prison at Abashiri Prison Museum, with life-sized mannequins showing inmate life. Try the authentic prison meal while touring the distinctive five-wing building.

Experience real drift ice in a -15°C room at this museum showcasing the Sea of Okhotsk's unique ecosystem. Don't miss the rooftop observatory for panoramic views of Abashiri and the surrounding sea.

Lake Notoro transforms into a sea of crimson each autumn when glasswort colonies turn bright red. Stroll wooden boardwalks through the vivid landscape or try your hand at clam digging between April and July.

Dive into Hokkaido's past with lifelike wildlife displays and ancient artifacts at this red-domed museum. You'll need 1-2 hours to explore, so grab a translation app if you don't speak Japanese.

Japan's oldest concrete lighthouse stands on dramatic cliffs above the Sea of Okhotsk at Cape Notoro. Visit in winter to witness the magical drift ice phenomenon or summer for wildflower-covered grasslands.

Ski down seven courses with views of Lake Abashiri and the Sea of Okhotsk. Night skiing on weekdays and Saturdays lets you carve fresh powder under the stars.

Pick your own fruit straight from the trees at this hillside farm with panoramic views of eastern Hokkaido. From strawberries to apples, each season offers different all-you-can-eat harvesting experiences.

The winter launch point for the dramatic "Aurora" icebreaker ship tours across frozen Sea of Okhotsk. Grab a unique "Drift Ice Curry" at Kinemakan restaurant while enjoying panoramic views of Shiretoko Peninsula.