We will introduce you to a single road that leads to the top of Japan, Cape Soya, with a view of the magnificent Sea of Japan and the islands of Amauri, Yakijiri, and Rishiri. Enjoy the spectacular view and seafood from the Sea of Japan that everyone longs to see.

Coordinator of this route

Driving route this time

Moe Tenboku Oloron Route

We set out for a quick drive!

1Cape Gold

Scenic Byway Hokkaido Northern Hokkaido Route Cooperation Photo Contest 2019 Emerging Tenboku Oloron Route Prize-winning work "In the Morning Mist" (photo by Keiichi Saito)

The cape, which was once a herring watchtower, came to be called "Cape Gold" because of the golden glow of the shoals (shoals of herring) reflected in the setting sun as they surged toward the shore.
Cape Kogane Misaki has a unique landscape of rugged, oddly-shaped rocks, and the setting sun, which drenches everything in color, has been called "the best setting sun in Japan" and is a source of inspiration for visitors.

Cape Golden Cape

2,3 Amauri Island and Yakishiri Island

Scenic Byway Hokkaido Northern Hokkaido Route Cooperation Photo Contest 2014 Entry "Amauri Island and Yakijiri Island" (Photo by Eiji Yokoyama)

Amauri Island is one of the world's most famous seabird breeding islands. Rare seabirds such as the oloron and keimafuri, as well as ibises, nest here.
The sight of a wide variety of seabirds flying over the sky from spring to early summer is breathtaking. Yakishiri Island is an island of flowers and virgin forests, with one-third of the island covered with virgin forests that are designated as natural treasures.
Sheep graze in the meadows in the center of the island, creating a heartwarming pastoral scene.

4 Sankebetsu bear case reconstruction site

About 30 km away from Tomamae City is the "Sankebetsu Bear Incident Reconstruction Site," which tells the sad story of the pioneer days to future generations.
A hut built in the pioneer days and a huge brown bear have been reconstructed near the site of the 1915 brown bear attack on a community of pioneers.
It is a popular hidden sightseeing spot where visitors can feel the thrill of seeing a brown bear in the air as if it were about to appear at any moment.

Sankebetsu Bear Incident Restoration Site

5 Teshio Onsen Yuei Restaurant

Taste Yuei's special shijimi clam ramen made with an abundance of Teshio shijimi clams. This scenic café overlooks the Sea of Japan and Kagaminuma Seaside Park, offering a relaxing view of the tranquil scenery.
The restaurant also has lodging facilities and a hot spring (day-trip input also available). The brownish slightly viscous spring water and the sunset view of the Sea of Japan from the hot spring are enjoyed by many townspeople, making it a popular place for relaxation and recreation.

Teshio Onsen Yuei Restaurant

6 Otonglui wind farm

A group of windmills along Highway 106, which runs along the coastline on the north side of the mouth of the Teshio River. Otongrui" means "road on the beach" in Ainu language. The scenery has long been popular as a sacred place for touring, and 28 windmills stand in a row along the 3-km road.
In early summer, the pink blossoms of the Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum bloom, and the blue of the sky, the green of the Sarobetsu wetlands, and the white of the windmills blend harmoniously together.

Summary

How was the tour?
This route was a great way to enjoy the sky, which changes its expression depending on the time of day. The Oloron Route is the best route to enjoy the delicious foods nurtured by the great nature, which will satisfy your body and soul.

It is a time of year when it is not easy to travel far, so please enjoy your drive while finding a great spot in the neighborhood.