TabiWalkTRAVEL LETTER968 / SHARI

Japan · Hokkaido

A little travel guide with Tabi

Your first visit
to Shari

Start slowly, with one place.
Find a view and a small meal.

Oshinkoshin Falls in 2014斜里町
Local historyFirst-visit planCheck transport

Hi, I’m Tabi!

Begin exploring nature at a waterfall near Shiretoko’s entrance and the World Heritage Center. Check current outdoor-access and wildlife notices before setting out.

This guide covers places within Shari, rather than immediately beside your check-in.

01 · EXPLORE

Two places to begin

Two different places: start with whichever interests you.

Oshinkoshin Falls in 201401

A first-visit stop

Oshinkoshin Falls

オシンコシンの滝

Visit the waterfall beside the national road. Photo: 2014. Check steps, surfaces, weather and access notices, keeping to permitted viewing areas. Water flow varies from the photograph.

Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.

Shiretoko World Heritage Center exterior in 201102

A first-visit stop

Shiretoko World Heritage Center

知床世界遺産センター

Learn about Shiretoko’s nature and visitor etiquette through exhibits and information. This is separate from Shiretoko Nature Center. Check seasonal hours, closure dates and current outdoor-access guidance.

Getting there
Check the current approach and return transport on the map.

02 · A LITTLE BITE

What could you try?

Look for salmon products described by the local tourism association. Preparation and storage vary by product, including salted salmon; follow product labels and ask the seller.

Official guide

03 · YOUR FIRST WALK

Keep your first walk simple

Try the first destination’s permitted entrance → public areas. Choose the other stop after checking separate transport and access.

Check the walking route

Check actual distances and travel times on the map. This suggested walk is separate from your app movement record.

Before you set off

  • Check entry arrangements and return transport first.
  • Choose one stop to suit weather, slopes and local restrictions.
  • Respect private areas and photography rules; check food ingredients locally.
Sources and photographs

Information checked:

Photo credits

Resized, metadata removed and converted to WebP; display crops vary by screen. Adapted CC BY-SA photos retain the original license.

Photos are historical material dated in the credits, not a guarantee of present scenery or operation. Places without photos use decorative name panels.