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Shiretoko Pass

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Shiretoko Pass

知床峠

Hokkaido

Shiretoko Pass offers stunning views of the Shiretoko mountain range and the Sea of Okhotsk. It is a scenic route that showcases the natural beauty of Hokkaido, especially during the autumn foliage season.

Why it's hidden

Many mainstream travelers focus on the more popular destinations in Hokkaido, overlooking this breathtaking pass.

Best season
Autumn
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.5· 237 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Admission
Free scenic mountain pass/viewpoint on Route 334 (seasonally closed in winter); no admission. Shiretoko National Park.

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Sapporo Station · ~6h 26m by car

Tags

scenicnaturemountain

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