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Hokkaido Drift Ice Walking
流氷ウォーク
Hokkaido
Don a drysuit and walk across the Sea of Okhotsk drift ice from Siberia — the only place in the world where such an experience is commercially offered. Icebreaker vessels also available from Abashiri port.
- Dates
- February 1 – March 15Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Hokkaido
- Nearest station
- No nearby station — bus ~50 min from Shiretoko-Shari Station to Utoro
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Paid admission
Happens every year
What to expect
Experience the surreal sensation of walking on the vast, shifting ice floes of the Sea of Okhotsk, surrounded by the stark beauty of endless white and the distant calls of seabirds.
Best viewing tips
Wear thermal layers under your drysuit for warmth. The best time for clear views is midday when the sun illuminates the ice, enhancing the contrast against the blue sea.
How to get there
From Sapporo Station · ~6h 4m by car
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