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This route features many magical areas, such as the world heritage site Shiretoko with its thriving wildlife, Lake Kami-no-Ko with waters so clear you can see the bottom and the mysterious Lake Mashu. Enjoy a variety of hot springs, such as Akanko Onsen and Kamuiwakkayu-no-Taki.
448km 9H4M
Memanbetsu Airport
first day

1.Non Keyland Higashimokoto
The base-point is on the way the world heritage site, Shiretoko
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2.Kaminoko Pond
The water is so clear you can sea the bottom.
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3.Kaiyodai
Overlooks forests, hills and pastures.
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4.Todowara
A desolate wetland called "the edge of the world".
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5.Shibetsu Salmon Science Museum
An aquarium where you can see displays of varieties of salmon that live throughout the world.
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6.Shiretoko Five Lakes
Five mysterious lakes nestled in primeval forest.
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7.Kamuiwakka Hot spring fall
A massive natural hot spring with warm waters representative of Shiretoko.
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8.Oshinkoshin WaterFall
Take the stairs up the height of the middle of the waterfall.
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second day

9.Road leads to heaven
A straight road the continues straight under a vast, open sky.
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10.Koshimizu Natural Flower Garden
Take in all the colors in a natural garden of Hokkaido's flowers.
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11.Drift ice highway Abashiri
A traffic hub and sightseeing base with views of the Sea of Okhotsk and Shiretoko.
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12.Abashiri Prison
This outdoor-history museum is open to the public. The building has been preserved from its former use as a prison.
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13.Kussharo Lake
This cobalt blue lake is the 6th largest in Japan.
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14.Sand steamed hot spring
Take a dip in the lake then dig into the sand to enjoy a hot bath.
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15.Sulfur Mine
Enjoy the unique smell of sulphur and incredible scenery filled with alpine plant life.
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16.Masyu Lake First Scenic Viewpoint
The most popular observation deck to look at Lake Mashu.
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