Things to see and do Shiretoko National Park

It is possible to take a shuttle bus that takes you directly to the waterfall, but only for a short period between July and August. The rest of the year, you have to walk for several hours. The bathing in this rotenburo is memorable. You have to cross a waterfall for almost half an hour to enjoy the three natural hot water baths. Bring a bathing suit and shoes with non-slip soles. You can also rent straw sandals before starting the climb.

The nature-loving traveller can circumnavigate these five lakes in about an hour via small hiking trails through the forest. During the peak season in summer, the first two lakes can be relatively crowded. An 800-metre-long elevated wooden walkway has recently been built between the car park and the first lake, allowing visitors to enjoy views of the lake, the Sea of Okhotsk and the surrounding mountains without damaging the fragile ecosystem. The walk is free of charge.