(Hours of Operation 9:00~18:00) TEL.81-152-43-6000
(Hours of Operation 9:00~18:00) TEL.81-152-43-6000
2005.07 Certified as a World Natural Heritage Site
Shiretoko is the Japanese adaptation of the word Sir etok, which means
in the Ainu language.
Located on Hokkaido’s Eastern peninsula, the Shiretoko peninsula is home to the Shiretoko National Park. Said to be Japan’s last frontier, the vibrations of this wilderness touch all who visit it.
Witness primeval borders untouched by man from the Shiretoko sightseeing boat Aurora.
Steep, 200-meter cliffs are accented by unusual carousel formation-like marine caves.
You'll delight in the lively waterfalls that lead into the Sea of Okhotsk, and the seasonally-changing vibrant colors of the Shiretoko mountain range.
The Shiretoko Peninsula also offers a wild animal park. Brown bears, Yezo deer, Ezo red fox, white-tailed eagle, Steller’s sea eagle, and Blakiston’s fish owl comprise a unique ecosystem of birds and wildlife.
Seals and dolphins inhabit the sea, while unusual rock formations play home to colonies of slaty-backed gulls, black-tailed gulls, and Japanese cormorants.
If you're lucky, you just might encounter some of these animals as you take in the magnificent scenery.
| Ships run every day between April 28th & October 25th 2010 |
| Adults | Elementary school students | Groups | School groups | Special seating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape of Shiretoko course | ¥6,500 | ¥3,250 | ¥5,850 | ¥4,550 | ¥+600 |
| Mount Io course | ¥3,100 | ¥1,550 | ¥2,790 | ¥2,170 | ¥+400 |
:Prices include consumption tax.
:Junior high school students & up pay adult fare, infants ride at no charge.
:Please exchange coupon tickets for passenger tickets.
:Special seats available on a first-come first-serve basis at the on-board reception desk (50 seats available, serious inquiries only).
| Course | Ships | Departure time | Operating period | Time duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape of Shiretoko course | No.1 | 10：00 | June 1st-September 30th | 3 hour 45 minutes |
| Course | Ships | Departure time | Operating period | Time duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Io course | No.1 | 8：15 | April 28th-October 25th | 1 hour 30 minutes | |
| No.2 | 10：30 | ||||
| No.3 | 12：30 | ||||
| No.4 | 14：30 | ||||
| No.5 | 16：30 | April 28th-August 31st | |||
| No.6 | 16：15 | September 1st-September 10th |
:Boarding process must be completed 15 minutes prior to departure.
point01:Safe and comfortable, the large-scale Aurora ships are a steady ride! Because of their large size, they offer stability and safety.
point02:Spacious inside! Fully equipped! Experience the intense appeal of Shiretoko on the observation deck! 1st & 2nd-floor rooms let you relax and enjoy the ride. The generous amount of space lets you move around freely.
point03:ships feature coffee lounge, shop, and of course, toilet facilities. Never miss a photo opportunity! The Aurora ships move at just the right speed; so whether it's a famous sight or an unexpected wildlife appearance, you'll never miss a camera shot!
Enlarge or reduce the map scale by clicking on the 「+ 」「- 」 buttons. You can also drag to navigate the map.
A direct bus travels from the Abashiri Bus's Shiretoko Airport Liner to the Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal.
Time tables show Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal as the last stop, but if you stay on the bus it continues to the Shiretoko Aurora Ticket Counter stop.
:The following fares are charged at city parking lots for visitors arriving by car. Your vehicle can stay in the lot all day at no further charge.
| Car | ¥400 |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle | ¥100 |
| Microbus | ¥800 |
| Bus | ¥1,000 |
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(01)When you see 7-Eleven on your right, turn Left onto national highway 334.
(02)Continue straight past Minshuku Shuchonoya on your right.
(03)On the left are ticket sales for Shiretoko Sightseeing ship Aurora.
(04)Keeping the ticket sales on your left, pass through the Oronko Tunnel.
(05)When you exit the tunnel, you will see the parking lot.
(06)This is a paid public parking lot, so anyone can use it.
(07)Here is the Shiretoko Sightseeing ships Aurora boarding place.
Please feel free to contact us with questions or comments about the Aurora.
