Shakotan-cho

Shakotan is a town located in Shiribeshi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. As of September 2016, the town had a population of 2,215, and a density of 9.3 persons per km². The total area of the town is 238.20 square kilometres, and located 90 kilometres west of Sapporo, the capital and economic hub of Hokkaido. Wikipedia.
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Shakotan Peninsula

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Peninsula
Nature & Parks
Geologic Formations
Shakotan Peninsula is a stunning and rugged landmass that juts 19 miles into the sea. It is renowned for its unique natural stone pillars, making it one of the most picturesque places in the world. Although it may not resemble typical Japanese scenery, Shakotan Peninsula's beauty is undeniable. The view from this peninsula can be truly breathtaking on clear days, but disappointing when weather conditions are poor.
I went to this place the other day.Then drew a picture with Chinese ink.
YUAN SU — Google review
My most favourite place. It's situated in Hokkaido, Japan. I had a great chance to visit this place. Really most wonderful place in Japan.
Nurun Nahar Lilian — Google review
(Translated by Google) Superb view if the weather is nice I'm disappointed if it's bad. (Original) 天気が良ければ絶景 悪ければガッカリします。
????? — Google review
(Translated by Google) Shakotan Peninsula - Abundant delicious seafood, beautiful Shakotan blue sea and many strangely shaped rocks.It's about 2 hours from Sapporo, and it's a great place for a drive.Since my parents' home is Furuhira town, I often went to the beach and went for drives with my parents from a young age. I've been there many times, and the scenery impresses me every time I go there. (Original) 積丹半島 美味しい海の幸が豊富で美しい積丹ブルーの海と数多くの奇岩 札幌からだと2時間ほどでしょうか ドライブには最高の場所ですよね 実家が古平町なので幼い頃からよく両親と海水浴やドライブなど何度も行きましたが あの景色は行くたびに感動します
aya — Google review
(Translated by Google) Until we got there, the weather in Otaru and Yoichi was not good and it was cloudy, but as we entered the Shakotan area, the weather got better and better, and by the time we arrived at the Shimamui coast, it was sunny! It was the best location (Original) たどり着くまで小樽や余市の方は天気が良くなく曇り空だったのに、積丹地区へはいるとどんどん天気が良くなり、島武意海岸に到着する頃には晴天!サイコーのロケーションでした
自由人kaori — Google review
(Translated by Google) The location is quite far and quite tiring when going up and down the stairs. But, the view, Masyaallah, is really great. Beautiful, clean, really like a painting. It's better to come here in spring, in summer it will probably be really hot. (Original) Lokasi nya cukup jauh dan cukup lelah saat naik-turun tangga. Tapi, view nya Masyaallah banget. Indah, bersih, beneran kayak lukisan. Better kesini waktu spring, kalo summer mungkin bakal panas banget.
Elin Zanati — Google review
(Translated by Google) 7/15 Second visit to Shakotan Peninsula Shakotan Blue is beautiful A few people passed each other on this day during the coronavirus pandemic! Spectacular view all to yourself!! ️ (Original) 7/15 二回目の積丹半島 積丹ブルー 綺麗です コロナ禍、この日すれ違う人、数人! 絶景一人占め‼️
くぅママ — Google review
(Translated by Google) Although the wind was strong, the scenery was worth the drive. (Original) 風は強かったですが、車を走らせて来た甲斐があるそんな景色でした。
さすらいたろう — Google review
(Translated by Google) It doesn't seem like Japan. I thought it was so beautiful that it ranks as one of the most beautiful views in the world. (Original) 日本じゃないみたい。世界の絶景の一つに入るほど美しいと思いました。
Chloe Leavitt — Google review
(Translated by Google) The reason why I choose summer travel to Hokkaido as the best. (Original) 내가 여름 홋카이도 여행을 최고로 뽑는 이유.
랜선여행 — Google review
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Shimamui Coast

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Scenic spot
Outdoor Activities
Shimamui Coast is a picturesque location with crystal-clear water and breathtaking views of the sea. Visitors can explore the rocky beach, which requires navigating steep stairs to reach the bottom. Snorkeling and kayaking are popular activities, as well as taking in the stunning scenery from atop the hill where a lighthouse stands. The beach consists mostly of large rocks, but there is an area with smaller rocks if you walk toward the right.
Rocky shoreline of the Shakotan peninsula. Requires going down a bunch of quite steep stairs!! A good workout. The water was calm and cool in July.
Yu-chan — Google review
景色の良いスポットです。山道を行くと島武意海岸の駐車場があります。駐車場には、公衆トイレ と飲食店がありました。島武意海岸へは徒歩でトンネルを通って向かいます。数十メートルのトンネルを抜けると、素晴らしい景色が見られます。階段で海岸へアクセスできますが、急な階段と砂利で滑りやすいので注意。 (Translated by Google) It's a scenic spot. If you go along the mountain road, you will find the Shimamui Coast parking lot. Public toilets in the parking lot And there was a restaurant. To get to Shimamui Beach, walk through a tunnel. After passing through a tunnel of tens of meters, you can see a wonderful view. You can access the beach by stairs, but be careful as the steep stairs and gravel are slippery.
Jin — Google review
Saw delicious photos of the deep blue turquoise blue sea off Shimamui Coast. Rented a Toyota Yaris and drove 2 hrs from Otaru. After walking through a dark tunnel, the view opens up to a stunning vista of stunning blue sea in countless shades of turquoise which the eyes gobbled up greedily and endlessly and still could not get enough of it. Snapped endless photos and videos for my Instagram. Really worth the 2hr drive.
Weng Kiong Fong — Google review
This is truly a treasure. On a nice day in the green shines and the blue shimmers. This area is worth at least 2 to 3 hours. Go for the hike down and listen to the waves crash. It is so worth it
Clarence Yeung — Google review
駐車場からトンネルを抜けると直ぐ展望台にたどり着くことが出来る。晴天だったので、積丹ブルーが特に美しく、海岸に降りる道にはマムシが出ると注意書が有るが、殆どの人が途中まで降りていた。勾配は急。足腰に自信が無ければお勧めしない。 (Translated by Google) You can reach the observatory immediately after passing through the tunnel from the parking lot. It was a sunny day, so the Shakotan blue was particularly beautiful, and although there is a warning that there are vipers on the way down to the coast, most people got off halfway. The slope is steep. I do not recommend it if you are not confident in your legs.
Tamae — Google review
Make sure you can handle steep stairs if you come here. You will need to walk down to get to the water. The beach is made up of rocks, mostly large, at the bottom. If you walk toward the right, you will hit an area with smaller rocks. Overall, the views are beautiful!
Mary — Google review
Seem like a hidden world coz you will pass a tunnel to find the beach… Use hike shoes coz you will want to go down to the beach. Ooo the macha ice cream is best after you did the hike…
Nikki Permana — Google review
鱗晃食堂の裏手にあるトンネルを抜けると、そこは絶壁でした。見下ろせば広がる島武意海岸。透明度が半端ない北の海です。ここは頑張って足場が悪く段差の大きい階段を降りるしかない。降りれば大きめの丸っこい石がひしめく海岸、澄み切った海水に手を入れたり、見下ろしていた海岸ぺりの大きな岩塊を見上げました。 (Translated by Google) After passing through the tunnel behind Rinkou Shokudo, there was a cliff. If you look down, you can see the expansive Shimamui coast. It's a northern sea that is not half transparent. Here I have to do my best to get off the stairs with bad footing and large steps. When I got off the beach, I put my hands in the clear seawater and looked up at the large rocks on the coastline.
naniwa — Google review
We had a lot of fun at this beautiful spot. We first walked down to the sea after passing the tunnel. It was quite a hike but definitely worth the sweat. The water was tranparent and cold. We wished we brought the swimming suite. There were many people enjoying snorkeling and kayaking as well. We then walk up to the top of the hill where the lighthouse is. The view was amazing. We enjoyed exploring the surrounding fields.
Sun Kim — Google review
Quite a challenging climb down and up. Nice and quiet.
Tony Ho — Google review
Great scenic view. I bet it looks better if it's sunny so you see the brightness of the blue sea but it's still beautiful when cloudy.
Marco Andrade — Google review
A beautiful rocky coast giving a magnificent view of the ocean. The sloping path which takes you down to the beach is also nice. It is not at all a crowded place and has large grand cliffs too.
Yogesh Kumar — Google review
Tiring walk up/down the coast, but it is really worth it! Would highly recommend you guys to walk all the way right, as there’s much lesser people and nicer view:) We sat along the beach enjoying the sun while the wind blowing into our hair! Tried to find some sea urchin, but was unable to do so... lols
Ty — Google review
There is a trail walk around 2.1km from shinmamui car park to another entrance point at 女郎子岩,the trail is quite steep with high steps. So, it is easier to start from the high point and gi downward though there are up and down on the way.
Mabel Sin — Google review
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ZEMHOUSE

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Dive shop
Outdoor Activities
Gear Rentals
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Scuba & Snorkeling
Nature & Wildlife Tours
(Translated by Google) This time, I took a boat ride and got a panoramic view of the Shakotan Peninsula. I experienced an emotion that cannot be expressed in words. The view from the sea is spectacular The view from the sea is better than from land. (Original) 今回、船に乗って積丹半島を一望してきました。 言葉に表せないないくらいの感動を経験しました。 海から見る景色は、絶景です 陸からみるより、海から見る景色は素晴らしい
チャカポン北海道ツーリング — Google review
(Translated by Google) My family applied for diving from Tokyo. I chose this one because it had high reviews, but I honestly don't understand why it has such high reviews. First, I was told that the meeting time was 8am, so I went there at the meeting time. However, I was taken aback when I was told that another group of diving participants would be arriving at noon, so I would have to wait until then because the dive would start at 12:00. I had to wait for four hours in the scorching sun in an empty place. In that case, I would like to receive notice of the change in meeting time in advance. That way, I could make better use of my time for sightseeing. If I had one thing to say, I would like to thank Mr. Fujita, the manager, for taking my diving family and me out on a boat trip for about an hour, as I had some free time since I don't dive. It was. I left the area at that point, but the diving didn't start until 12:00 and ended up starting at 1:00 p.m. What was even more impossible was that even though it was my family's first time diving in Hokkaido, I was forced to dive alone. The sea card you own must be accompanied by a guide and must not be used for diving alone. Mr. Fujita should already be aware of this as he has already submitted it in advance. Especially since it is a boat dive, diving alone without a guide is really dangerous and can lead to an accident. The company's manager, Mr. Fujita, apparently stayed on the ship during that time. My family was unfamiliar with the waters of Hokkaido and had never dived alone before, so although they had a compass with them, they were afraid of being lost and could only dive directly beneath the boat, which was very scary. It's also my family's fault for diving, but I couldn't refuse because it was a long distance, I paid a lot of money, and I had to wait for 5 hours. If it was a solo dive, I wish they would have told me about it at the time of making the reservation, and if I had known about it at the time of making the reservation, I would never have applied here. What was even more unlikely was that even though they had booked two dives, Mr. Fujita apparently forgot to put one of the oxygen tanks on board the boat, so he ended up only being able to do one dive. is. They did not refund the amount for the amount I could not dive. There really aren't many possibilities. If you are coming from a local area, we definitely do not recommend applying directly to us instead of going through another diving shop. I was really relieved that my family was able to return safely and without incident. If an accident had occurred, how would you have taken responsibility? As a business owner, this behavior does not seem to indicate that he is considering the risk of accidents. My family got over their anger and gave up and went home without saying anything to Mr. Fujita, but I thought Mr. Fujita was too sloppy as a manager, so I posted a review. I don't even want to give 1 star. I hope that anyone who dives under this management will not be involved in any dangerous accidents in the future. (Original) 東京からダイビングのため家族が申込しました。口コミが高評価でしたのでこちらにしましたが、何故こんなに口コミ評価が高いのか正直よく分かりません。 まず、集合時間が朝の8時と言われ待ち合わせ時間に行きました。ところが、もう一組のダイビング参加者が昼に来るので12時から始めるからそれまで待ってくれと言われ呆然としました。何もない場所で炎天下の中4時間も待たされました。それなら、事前に集合時間変更の連絡を頂きたかったです。そうすれば、もっと観光に時間を有効活用出来ました。一つだけ評価させて頂くとすれば、ダイビングしない私は暇だったので、経営者の藤田さんがダイビングする家族と私を船で1時間ほど散策して下さり案内してくださったのはありがたかったです。私はそこでこの場から離れましたが、その後12時になってもダイビングは開始せず結局13時にスタートしたそうです。 更にあり得なかったのは、私の家族は初めての北海道ダイビングなのに1人で潜らされたことです。所有していふseaカードは、ガイド付きではないといけないカードで、1人で潜ってはいけないカードです。そちらも事前に提出済みなので、藤田さんはわかっているはずです。特にボートダイブなので、ガイドさん無しで1人で潜らせるのは本当に危険で事故になりかねません。藤田さんというこちらの経営者さんはその間、ずっと船に居たそうです。私の家族は慣れない北海道の海で、1人で潜った事はなかったのでコンパスは持っていたものの、遭難したら怖いと思い船の真下しか潜れず非常に怖い思いをしたそうです。 潜ってしまった私の家族も悪いのですが、こちらとしては長い距離と高いお金を払い、5時間も待たされたので断る事もできませんでした。1人で潜るようなダイビングであれば、予約の段階で教えてもらいたかったし予約の段階で知っていたら絶対にこちらでは申込しませんでした。 もっとあり得なかったのは、ダイビング2本で予約していたのに、酸素ボンベを2本使うはずが1本藤田さんが船に積み忘れてしまったそうで、結局1本しか潜れなかったそうです。 潜れなかった分の金額は返金してくれませんでした。 本当に色々とあり得ません。地方から行く方は他のダイビングショップを通さず、こちらに直接申し込むのは絶対におすすめしません。家族が無事に事故なく戻ってこれて本当に安堵しました。 事故になっていたら、どのように責任を取るおつもりだったのでしょうか。経営者として、事故リスクを考えているとは思えない行動です。 私の家族は怒りを通り越してもういいと諦めて、藤田さんには何も言わずに帰ってきましたが、私としては藤田さんが経営者として本当にずさんすぎてありえないので口コミ投稿しました。星1も付けたくないくらいです。今後もこの経営者のもとでダイビングする方が危険な事故に巻き込まれないことを祈ります。
本間ほんま — Google review
(Translated by Google) There are apparently 100 spots developed by the boss, Mr. Fujita. If it's sunny, you can see both the sunrise and sunset. Next time I would like to come and stay the night. Of course the best location! If you want to meet a real diver, click here ^ ^ (Original) ボス、藤田さんの開拓したスポットが100あるそうです。 晴れていると朝日も夕日も拝めるそうです。次は泊まりで来たいと思います。 最高のロケーションは勿論!本物のダイバーと出会うならこちら^ ^
なかむらまなぶ — Google review
(Translated by Google) This was my first time diving, and I had a wonderful experience. Thank you very much. The owner was also a friendly person, and he taught me kindly and carefully. He was very knowledgeable about the ocean, and was very nice. I learned a lot about the beauty of the sea, and I fell in love with the sea all over again.I look forward to working with you again in the future.It was a very trustworthy shop. Thank you very much for your help this year in 2019. Snuba diving was a lot of fun! I would like to visit you again next year, so please visit us again next year! (Original) 今回、初のダイビングでした、とても素晴らしい経験をさせて頂きました、ありがとうございました、オーナー様も気さくな方で、親切、丁寧に教えて頂きました、海に対しての詳しさや、素晴しさをたくさん教えて頂き、改めて、海が好きになりました、今後もお世話になるかと思いますので、その時はまた宜しくお願い致します、とても信頼できる、ショップでした。 2019年、今年も大変お世話になりました、スヌーバダイビング最高に楽しかったです! また来年も遊びに行かせて頂きたいと思いますので、その時はまた宜しくお願い致します!
R.F — Google review
(Translated by Google) I am very familiar with the sea of ​​Shakotan. Familiar with underwater terrain. Of course in the summer, we also offer tours where you can enjoy diving with sea lions in the winter. After 10,000 dives, he no longer counts the number of dives. A reliable dive shop. (Original) 積丹の海に詳しいです。 海中の地形に精通しています。 夏は当然の事ですが、冬にはトドとのダイビングも楽しめるツアーを行っています。 1万本潜ってからは、潜った数を数えていないとの事です。 信頼できるダイビングショップです。
鈴木義裕 — Google review
(Translated by Google) Have the best diving (Original) 最高のダイビングができる
GT Mishimaru (yasukiti) — Google review
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Shakotan Sight Seeing Information Center

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Tourist information center
Visitor Centers
(Translated by Google) It is very convenient for parking when sightseeing at Cape Kogane. There are clean toilets and a wide variety of Shakotan souvenirs. However, alcohol is cheaper at the Seicomart 100m away (850 yen → 500 yen!) (Original) 黄金岬観光の際に駐車するのにとても便利です。 キレイなトイレや積丹土産がそこそこ豊富に揃っています。 ただしお酒は100m離れたセイコーマートの方が安かったりします(850円→500円!)
いっしー — Google review
Very friendly staff with good knowledge of the area! Car parking is freely available just outside the building. A great place to start the walk to Cape Ogon.
Jelly Mae Moring — Google review
こじんまりとした土産コーナーがあったり、 綺麗なトイレとバスチケット売り場があります。 旅のオアシスとして、中間地点としていかがでしょうか? 積丹ブルーのアイスもあります☆
?????? — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's a small but beautiful building with tables and chairs, perfect for taking a break while driving. The clerk was also very nice. They also sell souvenirs and have tourist pamphlets. (Original) 小さいですが綺麗な建物で、テーブルと椅子もありドライブの休憩にぴったりです。 店員さんも感じ良かったです。 お土産も売っているし、観光パンフレットも置いてあります。
ika — Google review
(Translated by Google) It was a new building. There is also a toilet and it is very clean. Shakotan blue soft and coffee are on sale. Purchased a mix of Shakotan Blue Soft. The contrast between bright light blue and white is beautiful. It was delicious. The light blue tasted like mint. There is a break space. The correspondence of the staff was also good. When I shopped, I got an eco bag of the local mascot "Unidon". (Original) 新しい建物でした。トイレもあり、とても清潔です。 しゃこたんブルーソフトやコーヒーの販売あり。しゃこたんブルーソフトのミックスを購入。鮮やかな水色と白のコントラストがキレイ。美味しかったです。水色はミントっぽい味でした。休憩スペースあり。 スタッフの方の対応も良かったです。 買い物をすると、ご当地ゆるキャラ「うにドン」のエコバックが貰えました。
hiro — Google review
(Translated by Google) On the way home from Misaki no Yu Shakotan, I recently went back to eat ice cream. The mint flavor was surprisingly good for my taste. The building is beautiful and eye-catching! (Original) 岬の湯しゃこたんの帰り道に、最近アイスを食べて帰ります。ミントの味が意外と私の口に合って、美味しかったですよ。建物も綺麗で目を引く感じです!
kazumi w — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Mikuni Bus Terminal is attached, and there are also souvenir shops, a rest area, and clean restrooms. It's a small but convenient and pleasant facility. Pamphlets are also available. Parking is also available at the back of the building. It was helpful to have a map to Cape Golden. I parked my car here and walked to the observation deck of Cape Golden. (Original) 美国のバスターミナルが併設されており、お土産に、休憩所、キレイなお手洗いもあります。小さいけれど便利で嬉しい施設です。 パンフレットも充実してます。 駐車場は建物裏手にもあります。 黄金岬への地図があって助かりました。 ここに車を停め、歩いて黄金岬の展望台へ行きました。
Kaoru H. — Google review
(Translated by Google) I think it's good depending on the toilet! There is also ample parking space. (Original) トイレによるのに良いと思います!駐車場もひろくあります。
nicoちゃん — Google review
(Translated by Google) It feels like a smaller roadside station. You can eat Shakotan blue soft serve ice cream♪The color is blue to imitate the sea and it is delicious. It's fun to see ♪ (Original) 道の駅を小さく小さくした感じですが。積丹ブルーソフトクリームが食べれます♪色が海を模した青で、美味しいです。 目で見ても楽しい ♪
ねこ小雪 — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is the entrance to the Shakotan Peninsula. You can also buy souvenirs. In the winter, all public toilets on the Shakotan Peninsula are closed, even if it is a tourist destination, so be careful. I think it would be a good idea to rent a restroom at the tourist office here and head to the peninsula. (Original) 積丹半島への入口です。お土産も買えます。冬季になると 積丹半島は観光地であっても公衆トイレは全て閉鎖されてしまうので 要注意です。こちらの観光協会で お手洗いをお借りして半島へ向かうと良いと思います。
Kyomi Motoyoshi — Google review
(Translated by Google) In the winter when all restaurants and restrooms in Cape Kamui are closed, Finding Shakotan Tourist Association was total paradise! The staff recommended a restaurant 3 minutes’ walk away for dinner~ (Original) 在冬天神威岬全部餐廳、廁所都關閉的時候, 找到積丹觀光協會完全是天堂! 由工作人員推薦到步行3分鐘的餐廳吃飯~
Ting — Google review
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Cape Ōgon

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Scenic spot
Nature & Parks
Bodies of Water
Cape Ōgon is a picturesque location with rugged coastal cliffs and several hiking trails. It offers panoramic views of the coastline from an observation point at the top, which can be reached after about a 20-minute walk. While some visitors found it challenging to locate the entrance near a tunnel, there are other entry points available as well. The spot is underrated but worth visiting for its stunning views on a sunny day.
20 mins walking but worth going, if the weather is nice.
Henry Cheung — Google review
There were multiple paths to go up the Ogon Cape but some were temporarily closed. If you drive from Otaru to Shakotan, once you passed the tunnel next to Bikunicho (美国町) the entrance is on the left.
Bonnie W — Google review
The view is spectacular. To find the parking space was a little bit difficult.
Wakana Fuji — Google review
We hiked about 20 minutes to the top and enjoyed the amazing view of cliffs and coast lines. It was a bit difficult to find the enterance to the trail which is on the left side of the tunnel.
Sun Kim — Google review
Abit underrated. There are several entry points to the top. We picked the one near a tunnel where you will see a signage. Nice views at the top.
Jenny Chew — Google review
The entrance is before the tunnel
Ling — Google review
The pictures speak for themselves 😊
Daniel — Google review
During the winter, the walking path to the hill top is covered by the thick snow, unable to walk up to the hill.
Dhammakamo Koh — Google review
Great secret place to swim
Timothy Utkin — Google review

Top places to eat

1Nakamuraya

4.3
(636)
4.0
(78)
expensive
Seafood donburi restaurant
Nakamuraya is a fisherman's shop renowned for its locally caught seafood, including sea urchin, crab, scallop, and octopus bowls. The sea urchin is particularly authentic and fresh, with the red ones being highly recommended despite their higher price. The restaurant's miso soup also stands out for its rich seafood flavor. While the service staff may not be overly friendly, it adds to the establishment's character.
Best seafood rice bowl Delicious
chappell James — Google review
Fresh uni only provided from June to August every year due to the regulation, if you visit here at the other time there are only steamed uni, I would say not bad but not impressive. Their salmon tasted a bit muddy I wouldn’t recommend. But I like that there were chairs on tatami so you don’t need to bend your knee throughout the whole meal!
celinemy — Google review
Came here for the live uni and it doesn't disappoint! The scallop sashimi was also the best I've tried.. Very fresh!
Wendy Zhong — Google review
Best sea urchin I have eaten! Will recommend the more expensive bowl, at 8,800 yen as it has the smooth and buttery taste. Clean toilets and restaurant. However, do reach early as there are limited bowls each day. Seafood generally is fresh.
James Khoo — Google review
Very authentic and fresh seafood especially the sea urchin. The red ones are the best ( pricey at 6000 yen) with good typical Japanese rice . The miso soup was also fantastic with a rich taste of seafood and not too salty. Service staff was not very friendly typical of good old restaurants ! Adds character to the place. Be prepared to wait 30 minutes after 1230 pm as local tourists will arrive after visiting the Peninsular
Dr Jamal Yusof — Google review
Uni was disappointing. Came here for the highly raved Uni. The bafun uni was supposed to be in season for Shakotan. It was not my first time eating uni but first time eating at a Uni specialty store in Japan. The red bafun uni was indeed very creamy and melt in the mouth. It does not have any fishiness and taste clean. However, it barely had much taste? I did not taste the sweetness that uni is supposed to have. Perhaps the taste of ezo bafun uni is supposed to be more delicate compared to Murasaki? I don’t know but I expected an 8,800 yen uni bowl to taste better. Price wise 8,800 yen is a lot to shell out for a uni bowl. They seemed to have raised their price recently. Recent reviews from July 2033 stated the red bafun uni at ¥7,000 +. Reviews from earlier in 2019 stated the price at ¥5,500. That’s quite a lot of price increase over the years and over the past 2 months. I understand that the prices of seafood like uni is seasonal but 8,800 is hard to swallow for a bowl of this quality.
JY C — Google review
Very delicious and worth. Espectially Uni, provided in Purple Uni and Red Uni. Hotate sashimi was excellent. The owner was nice. Cash only.
Ruby Lib — Google review
Fantastic taste, very fresh indeed and it's not as expensive as I thought. If you shop this at a supermarket or fish market it will probably cost ¥1.5 less but you'd only get the sea urchin inside a plastic container so for a while set meal it's a good deal.
Marco Andrade — Google review
We just arrived from Sapporo and sat down. We waiting a good 10 minutes to order, even though we were the first to arrive. They served the 2nd and 3rd customers first since they were Japanese. Later to inform us, there is no sea urchin. Although the table next to us received bowls of sea urchin. Do not recommend and definitely not worth the hype.
lisa choo — Google review
They only serve Japanese customer with uni. Next table was able to order but they kept telling us don’t have uni. Tourist avoid if can. Waiter was rude too. Better to go a few doors down to misaki
debbie ong — Google review
The red sea urchin bowl was the best I've had in Hokkaido. The ebi sashimi was also a delight.
Victor Kuang — Google review
34-1 Hizukacho, Shakotan, Shakotan District, Hokkaido 046-0326, Japanhttps://shakotan.jp/+81 135-45-6500

2お食事処 鱗晃

4.2
(876)
4.5
(37)
affordable
Seafood restaurant
Seafood donburi restaurant
お食事処 鱗晃 is a restaurant located on top of a hill near the Shakotan Cape Observation Deck, offering a minimalist setting to enjoy regional dishes and set menus featuring sea urchin, shrimp, and crab. During the summer, they specialize in serving Uni (Sea-Urchin) dishes which are known for being quite pricey due to their expensive nature.
I drive to this restaurant in 2023-12-07 due to bad weather ski condition in Nesiko. Goggle Map the restaurant open until 1600 daily. But Goggle forget to mention only between April to November. I missed the the seafood lunch, but still worth to visit and scenery (coastline and rocks) are great there.
Brian Ho — Google review
The Uni was out of this world here. Very fresh and served on rice. Loved this spot for lunch. Service was quick and efficient as expected. Prices were reasonable for the offering.
Hamed AlKhalifa — Google review
Restaurant on top of the hill, Near Shakotan Cape Observation Deck. Serves specialty menu of Uni ( Sea-Urchin) during summer time. Sea Urchin menu are quite pricey (well they are expensive Sea product). I personally don’t like sea urchin so i didn’t order the menu. I ordered Seafood Curry and Hama-Don. Both tasted awesome! Recommended for traveller who want to taste fresh seafood from Shakotan.
Travelling Mikana — Google review
Restaurant located right next to Shimamui coast, making it very convenient. Be sure to get the seafood bowls - especially the uni. It was very delicious and had no fishy taste at all.
Yinuo Wang — Google review
I didn’t checked clearly that they only offer steamed uni not fresh one in May. It is just okay but I prefer fresh one instead.
I AM JAOD — Google review
Best uni bowl I’ve ever had, and I don’t even like uni usually. I ate this in November and the uni had a beautiful creamy taste, no metallic flavour or fishiness at all. Delicious!
Alison Cheung — Google review
For tourists, tiny portion, and high prices. The seafood was not very fresh.
Tony M — Google review
Excellent restaurant, great uni for a cheap price! Friendly staff
Yoshimasa Sano — Google review
Japan, 〒046-0327 Hokkaido, Shakotan District, Shakotan, Irikacho, 字沢209-9http://www.rinkou.net/+81 135-45-6651

3Fuji Sushi (Shakotan Honten)

4.0
(586)
4.0
(29)
expensive
Sushi restaurant
Fuji Sushi (Shakotan Honten) is a popular spot in Hokkaido known for its sea urchin, particularly the bafun uni (red sea urchin) available from June to August. While many restaurants in the area serve murasaki uni, this restaurant offers the sought-after bafun uni don, although it tends to sell out quickly due to high demand.
Like all my reviews it’s just a random restaurant that we drove past on the road trip. The place is very nice on the inside, with lots of rooms and seats for everybody. The sushi bar right in front and a cool pond on the side. Service was excellent they always check on you. Food was excellent, so fresh and delicious. My wife got the miso ramen which was honestly delicious to my surprise of a sushi restaurant. I got the salmon egg bowl😍. Would definitely come back if I’m in the neighborhood.
nathan oshiro-chin — Google review
Sushi is quite good, as was service.
Chris Roessler — Google review
Shakotan(積丹) is one of the most famous spot for sea urchin in Hokkaido, and only during June to August that fisherman is allowed to catch sea urchin. As I am a fan of bafun uni(red sea urchin馬糞海膽), I visited Shakotan during late June. Most of the restaurants here serve murasaki uni(北紫海膽), but not many of them serve bafun, normally sold out very early in the day before the restaurant opens. Luckily I can enjoy my favourite bafun uni don in this restaurant, though the price is definitely not cheap, but it worths! Perhaps due to the restaurant is pricy, service here is great and environment is comfortable. This restaurant also has other branches in Otaru and Niseko, I have also visited these shops before, but they only have murasaki uni. Bafun uni is a must try if you visit Shakotan during June to August!
mcklavier chu — Google review
(Translated by Google) Cospa is not good at all, but if you come to eat sea urchin, there is also here. You can enjoy sea urchin dishes such as grilled sea urchin and sea urchin ramen from sea urchin bowl. There is also a tatami room, so children are also welcome. However, it is not cheap, so you should put a little more in your wallet. (Original) コスパは決して良くないですが、ウニを食いにくるのであればここもあり。 うに丼から焼きウニ、ウニラーメンなどウニ料理を楽しむことが来出ます。 お座敷もあるので子供連れも助かります。 ただ安いわけではないので少し気持ちお財布には多めに入れておいたほうがいいです。
????? — Google review
(Translated by Google) Today, I stopped by with my family on the way back from the cape tour, but because it was the weekend, the waiting time was long at every shop, and in the meantime, Fuji Sushi has a good turnover rate, so the waiting time is relatively short. The store is ready ❗️ Looking at the menu table, my family ordered salmon roe bowl (3250 yen) and shrimp tempura bowl (1690 yen), and I ordered beach ramen (1390 yen)❕ It's done! When you take a sip of the soup, the soup with the seafood stock is the best because the ingredients are delicious. I had a lot of my favorite seafood, such as sea urchin and tsubu, and it was delicious again today😋🍴💕❕ (Original) 今日は家族で岬巡りの帰りに寄らせていただきましたが、週末ともあってどこのお店も待ち時間が長く、そんな中、ふじ鮨さんは回転率が良いのか比較的待ち時間も少なく入店出来ました❗️ メニュー表を見て、家族はイクラ丼(3250円)とえび天丼(1690円)に、自分は浜ラーメン(1390円)を注文❕ 出来上がって来ました!スープを一口飲んでみると、魚介出汁の効いたスープは具材の旨味もとけだし最高です。 ウニやつぶなど自分の好きな海鮮が沢山入って今日も美味しくいただき😋🍴💕ました❕
?? — Google review
Super good Sushi
Sani Goh — Google review
Funama-120-6 Bikunicho, Shakotan, Shakotan District, Hokkaido 046-0201, Japanhttp://www.fujizushi.co.jp/+81 135-44-2016

4Jun's seafood restaurant

4.3
(610)
4.5
(21)
affordable
Seafood restaurant
Jun's seafood restaurant is a compact and cozy spot offering a variety of dishes including fish over rice, sushi with pink shrimp, and Japanese-style curry bowls. The staff are welcoming and the menu is available in English, ensuring a comfortable dining experience for English speakers. Despite its popularity, the restaurant maintains a pleasant atmosphere. The portions are generous, making it challenging to finish everything in one sitting. However, take-out is an option for those who can't resist the delicious zangi (fried chicken).
First off, English menu!! Fear not English speakers! The staff are all very friendly and the arrangements are comfortable! I visited around 3pm so it wasn't busy at all and it only took around 10 minutes for my food to be prepared. During my visit I ordered the Katsu curry set with zangi. The portion sizes were gigantic, I couldn't come close to finishing everything but take-out is okay with zangi! This place has the magic blend of an inexpensive menu with huge portions of 5 star food! Can't recommend this place enough, I'll be coming back every chance I get for more of that zangi!
Carson Lafond — Google review
Popular seafood restaurant. It takes about 120 minutes to get to the restaurant on weekends. I experienced a meal in a pleasant atmosphere.
Irene “MJ” Kim — Google review
Wait for 1 hour at lunchtime, but still worthy
River Tse — Google review
Stumble into this cozy family style restaurant accidentally and I have no regret. Tempura Don is good and their local specialty fried chicken is heavenly. Just the right crunch on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. The sashimi are above average, not bad. I came in during the winter so I can’t judge their uni.
Jaime Che — Google review
We were strongly encouraged to travel to Shakotan to try their fresh uni rice bowl. Unfortunately, uni is already out of season by the time we were there and many shops that do serve uni rice bowls were not opened. The front desk of the hotel we were staying at kindly sourced for a restaurant that was open and pointed us to Jun’s seafood restaurant. We were not disappointed. Although the restaurant was not serving uni rice bowls during the period, we had by far the best seafood bowl we’ve had since we arrived in Hokkaido. The salmon roe, sweet shrimps, abalone, vinegared rice. Everything fresh, succulent and so satisfying. Will definitely come back here again!
HT Goh — Google review
best urchin rice i ever had in Japan. Seldom see the urchin coloured in orange
Henry Cheung — Google review
Large portions and fresh seafood. Quality, size, and price all better than the stuff you get at touristy areas. Of course, quite a ways away from the nearby tourist spot Otaru, but if you're reading this, that means you're exploring by car anyway. Might as well stop by for a good meal!
Jeanings Ng — Google review
This is a small restaurant in a small town. There may not be much competition, but this mom'n'pop shop is still great in it's own right. What it lacks in ambiance, it makes up for in it's price-taste-portion size triple throwdown! I recommend this place to locals looking for that "too lazy to cook" meal. I believe they have English menus there too!
Devan Hawkins — Google review
Funama-42-20 Bikunicho, Shakotan, Shakotan District, Hokkaido 046-0201, Japanhttps://shokujidokoro-junnnomise.com/+81 135-44-3229

5しゃこたん土産と喰処 カムイ番屋(ブル-ソフト)

3.5
(183)
3.5
(20)
affordable
Syokudo and Teishoku restaurant
The eatery called "しゃこたん土産と喰処 カムイ番屋" is known for its canteen-style meals which can be a bit pricey, with the Gyudon set costing 850 yen. However, the food is deemed satisfactory in taste. They also offer unlimited hot and cold water as well as houjicha.
(Translated by Google) The signature ice cream is a refreshing flavor The taste is not as good as it is. It’s very nice to take photos with. (Original) 招牌冰淇淋是清爽口味 口味沒到特別好吃 拍照特好看
春風襲人 — Google review
Had a quick lunch there. Nice to get the hot soba as weather is cold
Yoong Hwee See — Google review
Was here about 20 years ago when it was still open for business. Closing at 15.00 when there are still tons of people around? Joke. Shop is an overpriced tourist trap. No thanks!
Herr Doberman — Google review
(Translated by Google) We visited on a motorcycle touring in midsummer. Waiting in the shade of a hut in front of the nearby inn until the morning too early to open the gate. Abu is amazing and ugly. Leave your bike in the parking lot and it is time of the open gate, walk to the power of God Promontory. It took about 30 to 40 minutes to arrive to the tip. Likely suffered a sweaty there is no shade, but the superb view of Shakotan blue was contained in a memory. And return to the parking lot, heaven feeling that air conditioning and fall within the souvenir shop building. For energy supplement to the body, taken exhausted, order the salt ramen. I felt delicious because I was tired, but it is normal without characteristic. Cold than what water was able to re-recognize the swig drink splendor of Japan for free. (Original) 真夏にバイクツーリングで訪れた。朝早過ぎて門が開くまで近くの民宿の前にある小屋の日陰で待機。アブがブンブンとまぁ凄い。開門の時間になって駐車場にバイクを停め、神威岬まで歩く。30〜40分程かかって先端まで到着。日陰がなく汗だくで倒れそうだが、積丹ブルーの絶景は記憶に収めた。そして駐車場に戻り、土産店の建物内に入るとエアコンが効いて天国。消耗し切った身体にエネルギー補充するため、塩ラーメンを注文。疲れていたから美味しく感じたが、まぁ特徴無く普通。何より冷たい水が無料でガブガブ飲める日本の素晴らしさを再認識できた。
????? — Google review
Canteen style meals are rather expensive (Gyudon set costs 850 yen), tasted decent though. Free flow hot/cold water/houjicha available.
Marcus Lin — Google review
🍦🤪
Jp Tube — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can eat mint-flavored soft-serve ice cream, which is named after Shakotan Blue. There is also a restaurant and souvenir shop, but the prices are quite reasonable. . . On the second floor, the valuable lens of the lighthouse is exposed to the public, and you can watch a VTR that shows a little bit of history for free. (Original) 積丹ブルーにちなんだミント味のソフトクリームが食べれます。食堂、お土産屋さんも有りますがなかなか容易お値段で。。。 2階には貴重な灯台のレンズが公開されて、ちょっとした歴史が見れるVTRが無料で見れます。
ちょもらんま2号 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I ordered raw sea urchin bowl (3,550 yen). They seem to be sold out depending on the time. Although the volume was small, it was very sweet and delicious. However, I would like to see an improvement in the fact that only 1,000 yen bills can be used (high-value bills cannot be used). *Ticket vending machine (cash only) (Original) 生うに丼(3,550円)を注文。時間によっては売り切れているようです。ボリュームは少ないですが、甘味が強く美味しいかったです。 ただ、千円札しか使えない(高額紙幣利用不可)のは改善して欲しいです。 ※券売機(現金のみ)
Lorenzo AR — Google review
(Translated by Google) I visited in September 2021. Cape Kamui is located right in front of the parking lot. Parking is free. Although there are few, there are places to buy Shakotan souvenirs and eat and drink. There was also an acrylic board on the table and paper for storing masks. I received the Shakotan Blue mixed soft serve ice cream. It has a slight mint taste. It felt perfect for the end of summer. (Original) 2021.09月伺いました。 神威岬 駐車場のすぐ前にあります。駐車場は無料です。 数は少ないですが 積丹のお土産と飲食する場所があります。 テーブルにはアクリル板も設けてあり マスクの収納紙もありました。 積丹ブルーのミックスソフトクリームをいただきました。 ほんのりミントの味がします。夏の終わりにはちょうど良い感じでした。
ファンワークス — Google review
(Translated by Google) I never thought that herring soba would be so delicious. The location may also be a plus. I don't know, but herring is delicious and delicious. This is a resting place at Cape Kamui. Don't be despised. (Original) 鰊蕎麦がこんなに美味しいとは ロケーションもプラスに働いてるかも しれませんが、にしんが美味しくて美味しくて。 神威岬の休憩所です。 侮ることなかれ。
Joe — Google review
Japan, 〒046-0321 Hokkaido, Shakotan District, Shakotan, Kozakicho, 92https://www.kanko-shakotan.jp/food/%E3%81%97%E3%82%83%E3%81%93%E+81 135-46-5730
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