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Yagishiri Island

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Yagishiri Island

焼尻島

Hokkaido

Yagishiri Island is a small, quiet island off Hokkaido's northwest coast, effectively car-free for visitors and best circled by bicycle on the coastal road, with sea cliffs, a lighthouse and wide views back to the mainland. Its wild lily fields bloom across the slopes in summer.

Why it's hidden

Mainstream travelers often overlook Yagishiri Island due to its remote location and limited accessibility.

Best season
Summer
Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
4.2· 35 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

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

Admission
Island has no admission; only ferry fare to reach it. Free to explore lily fields and coastal cycling.

Today

Open 24 hoursFree

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Sapporo Station · ~4h 16m by car

Tags

islandcyclingnature

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