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A road that everyone dreams of at least once: The Sea of Japan Ororon Line [Scenic Byway Hokkaido (10)]
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The budding Tenpoku Ororon Route
Located in the northern part of Hokkaido on the Sea of Japan side, the lush Tenpoku Ororon Route, which is attractive for its "reflection of the way of life" that has continued to be carried out in the harsh yet beautiful natural environment, is also known as the Sea of Japan Ororon Line. It offers beautiful natural scenery such as mountain ranges such as Shokanbetsu-dake, views of Teuri and Yagishiri Island, and the Sunset Stairs.
Let's go for a drive right away!
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Golden Cape
Scenic Byway Hokkaido Northern Hokkaido Route Collaborative Photo Contest 2019: Winner of the Moeru Tenpoku Ororon Route Award: "Enveloped in Morning Mist" (photographer: Keiichi Saito)
The cape, which was once a herring lookout point, came to be called "Golden Cape" because the schools of herring reflected in the setting sun would surge toward the shore, shining golden. Cape Kogon is a coastline with a unique landscape, with many rugged, oddly shaped rocks lined up. The sun setting offshore paints everything in its color, impressing visitors and making it the best sunset in Japan.
Golden Cape
■Location Omachi 2-chome, Rumoi City ■ Contact Information 0164-43-6817 (Rumoi Tourism Association) ■ Map code 416 390 328*75 ■ Map
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Teuri Island and Yagishiri Island
"Teuri Island and Yagishiri Island" submitted to the 2014 Scenic Byway Hokkaido Northern Route Photo Contest (photographed by Eiji Yokoyama)
Teuri Island is one of the world's leading seabird breeding grounds, with rare seabirds such as the Ororon bird and the Spotted Spectacled Guillemot, as well as Rhinoceros Auklets, nesting here. The sight of a wide variety of seabirds flying through the sky from spring to early summer is a spectacular sight. Yagishiri Island is an island of flowers and virgin forests, with one third of the island covered in virgin forest, a natural monument. Sheep are grazed in the pastures in the center of the island, creating a heartwarming, pastoral landscape.
■Location Haboro Town, Tomamae County ■ Map code 929 310 870*77 (Hapolo Town Teuri Branch Office) / 929 381 463*22 (Hapolo Town Yagishiri Branch Office) ■ Map
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Sankebetsu Brown Bear Incident Reconstruction Site
About 30km from Tomamae city center is the Sankebetsu Brown Bear Incident Reconstruction Site, which tells the tragic story of the pioneering period to future generations. A hut built during the pioneering days and a giant brown bear have been restored near the site where a pioneer settlement was attacked by a giant brown bear in 1915. It feels as though a brown bear might appear at any moment, making it a hidden, popular tourist spot that offers thrills.
Sankebetsu Brown Bear Incident Reconstruction Site■Location Sankei, Tomamae Town, Tomamae District ■ Contact Information 0164-64-2212 (Tomamae Town Hall, Commerce, Labor and Tourism Division, Commerce, Labor and Tourism Section) ■ Business hours May 1, 2021 - Late October There are no opening hours, but please refrain from visiting at night as it is dangerous. ■ Map code 818 456 667*80 ■ Map
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Teshio Onsen Yubai Restaurant
Enjoy the Yuuei special Shijimi Ramen made with plenty of Teshio-produced Shijimi clams. This scenic cafe offers a relaxing view of the tranquil scenery, with a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan and Kagami-numa Seaside Park. The restaurant also has accommodation and a hot spring (day trips available), and it is used as a relaxing bath by many townspeople, as they can enjoy the brown, slightly viscous spring water and the sunset over the Sea of Japan that can be seen from the hot spring.
Teshio Onsen Yubai Restaurant
■Location 5807-4 Sarakishi, Teshio-cho, Teshio-gun ■ Contact Information 01632-2-3111 ■ Business hours Lunch 11:30-14:15 (last order 13:45) / Dinner 17:30-20:00 (last order 19:30) ■ Map code 830 734 865*78 ■ Map
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Otonrui Wind Farm
A group of windmills along Route 106, which runs along the coastline north of the mouth of the Teshio River. "Otonrui" means "road on the beach" in Ainu. This landscape has long been a beloved mecca for touring, with 28 windmills lined up along the road for about 3 km. In early summer, pink rosehip flowers bloom, creating a harmonious view of the blue sky, the green of the Sarobetsu Marshland, and the white of the windmills.
■Location 32-4 Hamari, Horonobe-cho, Teshio-gun ■ Map code 736 189 721*23 ■ Map
summary
How was it? This route allowed us to fully enjoy the sky, which changes its appearance depending on the time of day. There are also many delicious things grown in the great outdoors, and the Ororon Route is the best, satisfying both body and soul. It's a time when it's difficult to travel far, so why not go for a drive and find some great spots nearby?
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