1 Okhotsk Dr ift Ice Museum

In addition to exhibiting real drift ice, this facility allows visitors to experience a day in the life of Abashiri when the drift ice arrives in a fantastic space with light and sound. At the Drift Ice Undersea Live, you will feel as if you are diving into the sea of drift ice through the images shot by a 360-degree camera. In the powerful five-screen theater, you can view images of drift ice, creatures living under the drift ice, and nature filmed in 4K, and enjoy 360-degree panoramic views throughout the four seasons from the rooftop observation space.

2 Cape Nodori

A cape jutting out into the Sea of Okhotsk. The cape has only a lighthouse and an administrative office, but there are no obstructions around it, and the view from there is spectacular. You can see the Sea of Okhotsk, Lake Nodori, the coast of Tokoro-cho, and even the Shiretoko mountain range in the distance. In winter, you can see drift ice rushing into the Sea of Okhotsk right below you. Visitors can enjoy the vast nature of Hokkaido and the scenery that can only be seen on the Sea of Okhotsk.

1 The 58th Abashiri Okhotsk Drift Ice Festival

This is a major winter event held in Abashiri, the city of drift ice. In addition to the popular annual ice slide, ice snow sculptures made by local citizens, and the ring toss of drift ice with prizes such as crabs and other delicacies, there are also various events such as stage events. In addition, Abashiri's unique gourmet foods such as Abashiri chanpon and shijimi clam soup from Lake Abashiri will be on sale to warm up your body.

2 Abashiri Drift Ice Sightseeing Icebreaker Orola

The Abashiri Drift Ice Sightseeing Boat "Oorora" is a popular winter drift ice sightseeing tour. The ship's powerful motion as it moves forward, vibrating as it hits the ice blocks spreading out over the Sea of Okhotsk, is breathtaking. The conditions of the drift ice change depending on the weather that day, so the best part of cruising is what kind of scenery you get to see. If you are lucky, you may see white-tailed eagles or seals relaxing on the ice floes.

3 Enjoy with all your senses! Fat Bike Experience Tour

Abashiri in the severe winter season can be enjoyed with all five senses by riding a fat bike with fat tires. Cycling along the Okhotsk coastline covered with drift ice in midwinter. What kind of sea conditions you will see depends on the day. A guide will accompany you, so fat bike beginners, adults and children alike, can enjoy this tour in peace.

4 Ice Falls Snow Adventure

Activity experience of walking to the spectacular view of drift ice and ice waterfalls. Aiming at drift ice drifting on the Sea of Okhotsk and dynamic ice waterfalls, you will take a leisurely stroll in snowshoes through a silent forest of glistening white. Walking along the coast of Okhotsk where drift ice is rushing by is a powerful experience.

5 Drift Ice Kayaking Experience

A kayaking adventure on the Sea of Okhotsk in winter. Only Abashiri, which faces the Sea of Okhotsk, offers this special experience of kayaking through the fantastic sea of drift ice. You can experience the sea and drift ice, which changes its appearance every day, to your heart's content.

1 Dr ift Ice Sightseeing Boat Garinko

The drift ice sightseeing ship "Garinko-go" with a big drill is the most popular drift ice sightseeing boat in Monbetsu. The sight of the ship moving forward while breaking up the drift ice and the crushed drift ice jostling and overlapping each other is very powerful. The beautiful colors of the crushed drift ice and seawater and the mysterious world that only passengers can experience are not to be missed. Currently, two vessels are in operation: the previous generation "Garinko-go II" and the newly built "Garinko-go III IMERU.

2 Ice Sea Observation Tower Okhotsk Tower

The world's first underwater observation tower in the ice sea, which rises at the tip of a breakwater about 1 km off the coast. The observation deck offers a 360-degree view of Okhotsk, and the undersea floor has 11 underwater windows for observation, a photo spot with a model of a clione, and an exhibition of marine life in the Sea of Okhotsk. Visitors can observe a variety of marine life not only during the winter drift ice season, but also throughout the four seasons.

3 Hokkaido Okhotsk Drift Ice Science Center "GIZA

A science museum located near the Sea of Okhotsk where visitors can experience drift ice. It is a fun facility for both sightseeing and family outings with its attractive exhibition rooms where you can actually see, touch, and experience drift ice as a theme. The Severe Cold Experience Room is a popular corner that recreates the world of 20 degrees below zero in midwinter, and real drift ice is on display year-round for visitors to touch directly.

1 61st Monbetsu Drift Ice Festival

The Monbetsu Drift Ice Festival started in 1963 as Japan's first drift ice festival. Today, it has become one of Monbetsu's representative winter events. This year's theme is "Notre Dame Cathedral", a powerful main statue made of ice. In addition to various stage events held with Notre Dame Cathedral in the background, there will also be a snowmobile land and an Okhotsk taste market.

1 Cape Puyuni

Cape Puyuni is a scenic spot with a panoramic view of the beautiful Okhotsk coastline and Utoro Harbor. Located on the way uphill from Utoro to the Shiretoko Nature Center, this is the point where you can see the drift ice early in the winter in the Sea of Okhotsk. In the far distance, you can even see the mountains of Akan-Mashu National Park. The contrast between the drift ice and the setting sun makes the view even more beautiful.

2 Ekushina Wild Flower Garden

Facing the Sea of Okhotsk and overlooking the Shiretoko mountain range, this is a spectacular spot where you can see the drift ice covering the entire area from February to March, and in early summer from the end of June to the end of July, the garden is in full bloom with honeysuckle and Ezo lily of the valley, creating an atmosphere unique to a wild flower garden. This is a spot where visitors can experience the natural charm of Okhotsk in each of the four seasons.

1 Gojira-iwa Sightseeing Drift Ice Walk

Play" is the keyword for this exciting experience between the sky and drift ice. Shiretoko is the end of the endless drift ice that came from faraway Siberia and traveled over 600 miles in the Sea of Okhotsk. Walking or floating on the stage above the quiet drift ice field with blue skies, you can enjoy various drift ice experiences.

2 Shinra Drift Ice Walk®.

An activity to experience the Okhotsk Sea covered with pure white ice. The drift ice field stretching far out into the Sea of Okhotsk is spectacular. You can enjoy the extraordinary experience of walking on and touching the mysterious drift ice. You can participate in this tour with a professional guide, so you can feel at ease.