What kind of place is Abashiri?
For first-time visitors also
easy to understand
the basics of Abashiri
Welcome to delicious town Abashiri
Abashiri City is located on the northeastern coast of Hokkaido,
it is known for drift ice coming ashore.
Abashiri surrounded by nature and ingredients nurtured by the sea of Okhotsk.
See, touch and taste
Experience it with all five senses, including smells and sounds.
Abashiri climate and clothing
Abashiri is cold and it snows a lot.
The image may be strong.
On the contrary,
Abashiri has less snow than Hokkaido, and the cold weather is mild.
It is a town with a very comfortable climate.
Spring (March to May)
March
There is still snow left. March is also when heavy snow falls, known as "doka snow". There are rare snowstorms that stop all transportation. When the snow melts, the roads are often muddy, so it is safe to wear boots when walking outdoors. Of course, you can't do without a down jacket. (average maximum temperature 2.3°C / average minimum temperature -4.9°C)
April
Snow remains in the first half, and the temperature rises sharply in the second half. It can snow during Golden Week...even in April, jumpers are still necessary in Abashiri. (average maximum temperature 9.1°C / average minimum temperature 0.6°C)
May
The temperature fluctuates wildly, and if you think it snowed during consecutive holidays, there are rare summer days in the middle of the year. Plants sprout all at once, and the sunshine is long and strong. However, the mornings and evenings are still cold at this time of year. A long-sleeved jacket is required. (average maximum temperature 14.6°C / average minimum temperature 5.8°C)
Summer (June to August)
June
A comfortable season has arrived in Abashiri, which is not affected by the rainy season. It is the season for wild birds to build nests and raise children, and the flowers in the wild flower garden are in full bloom. (average maximum temperature 17.7°C / average minimum temperature 10.2°C)
July
July in Abashiri is relatively cool, but hot days are not uncommon. Various outdoor events are held, including the Abashiri Okhotsk Summer Festival, which includes the Ryuhyo Dance, the Abashiri Okhotsk Summer Festival, and the Abashiri Michi-no-Eki Yuichi Festival, where you can enjoy Abashiri gourmet food. (Average maximum temperature 21.4°C / Average minimum temperature 14.6°C)
August
There are hot summer days in the beginning of the month. After mid-August, Abashiri's short summer comes to an end, and the temperature becomes comfortable during the day, and long sleeves and jackets are required at night. In the sea, the catch of Okhotsk salmon, a specialty of Abashiri, peaks around this time. (Average maximum temperature 23.3°C / Average minimum temperature 16.6°C)
Autumn (September to November)
September
Sunny autumn days continue, but the aftermath of typhoons can bring long or heavy rain. The days are cool and comfortable during the day. At Lake Notoro Hana Tento Glasswort dyes the entire lake red, and at Tentozan (Average maximum temperature 20.7°C / Average minimum temperature 13.4°C)
October
Mornings and evenings can get quite cold. The autumn leaves of Abashiri are impressive as they melt into rivers and lakes. The produce of the field reaches its peak at this time, and you can enjoy the seasonal harvest. As the salmon run reaches its peak, Taikobo gather in Abashiri. By October, long sleeves are a must. (average maximum temperature 15.0°C / average minimum temperature 7.0°C)
November
In November, when the ice is thin and the first snow falls, you can wear winter clothes for your trip. In the middle of the year, oysters produced in Mokoto Lake and Lake Tofutsu are in full bloom. Abashiri's oysters are good and have a rich taste, so please enjoy them! (Average maximum temperature 7.6°C/average minimum temperature 0.4°C)
Winter (December to February)
December
From the beginning to the middle of the year, it becomes "Negetsu" (snow that does not melt until spring). When the daytime temperature drops below zero, winter is in full swing. At the end of the month, Lake Abashiri begins to freeze. Fleece and down jackets are recommended. It is safe to have thick gloves and a knit hat. Snowshoes are a must as the ground is often frozen. (average maximum temperature 0.7℃ / average minimum temperature -6.0℃)
January
The cold weather is severe, so gloves, a hat that covers your ears, and warm clothes are necessary when riding an icebreaker or playing outdoors. Non-slip rubber soles are best. The indoor heating is higher than in Honshu, and there are many people who wear tight clothing outside and light clothing indoors. Smelt fishing begins in the frozen Lake Abashiri from the beginning of the season. (Average maximum temperature -2.2°C / Average minimum temperature -8.9°C)
February
In February, when the drift ice comes ashore, the cold becomes even more severe. Also, winter is the season for outdoor activities. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing, walking skiing, drift ice kayaking, and fat biking are new ways to enjoy Abashiri's winter. The first day of drift ice berthing is around early to mid-February. During this period, events such as the Abashiri Okhotsk Drift Ice Festival and the Okhotsk Yatai Village are also held. (Average maximum temperature -2.0°C / Average minimum temperature -9.6°C)
Easy to understand when to see and when to eat
Abashiri Calendar
Events, seasonal foods, natural scenery,
can`t miss it,
don't want to miss it.
Check out the charms of Abashiri only here.
- Event calendar
- Gourmet calendar
- Flower calendar
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April May June July August September October November December January February March Crabs at the dawn of drift ice are delicious! Abashiri
Crab rice campaignLate April to late June
Spring Crab Battle in Abashiri Mid May
Okhotsk SEA TO SUMMIT Mid-June
Hana Tento flower Park Advert Program Mid-June to late September
Abashiri Okhotsk Summer Festival Late July
Abashiri Road Station Evening Market Festival Late July
Abashiri Seven Lucky Gods Festival Early September
Abashiri/ Lake Notoro Grass Festival Mid September
Tent Land Big Thanksgiving Mid September
Opening Cape Notoro lighthouse Late September
Okhotsk Abashiri Marathon Late September
ABASHIRI Bar November
Lake Abashiri smelt fishing January to mid-March
Lake Abashiri Lake Smelt Fishing Championship Tournament Late January
Okhotsk Yatai Village February
Abashiri Okhotsk Drift Ice Festival February
April May June July August September October November December January February March -
April May June July August September October November December January February March ascetic Early April to mid-July
Chinese yam April to August, November to March
Kinki Early April to late January
walleye pollack Early April to late January, mid-March to late March
Atka mackerel Early April to late January, mid-March to late March
snow crab Late April to mid-June
Hokkigai Late April to late May, early August to late November
clam Late April to late October, early December to late December
> Scallop Late June to late October
Thorn crab, oil crab Late June to late December
Octopus Late June to late December
Hokai Shrimp Early July to early August
Japanese white radish Late July
autumn wheat Late July to early August
Karafutomasu Late July to early September
King crab Early August to late December
spring wheat Early August
potato Early August
beer barley Early August
sugar beet September
Salmon Early September to mid-November
Shirauo Mid-September to late October
Burdock Early October to mid-November
sea urchin Early December to mid-August
Smelt Late January to early March
hair crab Late March to late May, late June to early August
April May June July August September October November December January February March -
April May June July August September October November December January February March Fukujusou Early April to mid-May
Skunk cabbage Mid-April to mid-May
Kitafist Mid-April to mid-May
Ezoyamazakura early May
Ezo purple azalea Mid-May to late June
Sendai tang Mid-May to late June
Black-eyed iris Early June to mid-July
Daylily Mid-June to late July
Ezosukashi lily Mid-June to late July
Hermanus Early July to late August
Nohana Iris July
Potato July
Ezokawara dianthus Early July to mid-August
Sun Flower Mid-July to early August, late September
Glasswort Mid-August to Mid-October
Phlox Mid-August to Mid-September
Cosmos September
April May June July August September October November December January February March
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Abashiri specialties good for souvenirs
In addition to marine products, we introduce a wide range of specialty products, from cute goods to “prison goods” that are typical of Abashiri.
Don't forget to check out the specialty stores where you can purchase outstanding seafood, crab and scallop kamaboko, and Nipopo dolls. -
Abashiri's local character, Nipone!
With a wooden carved "Nipopo doll" and a drift ice angel "Clione", with a badge of Abashiri city's flower "Ezomurasaki azalea" on his chest, he flies around with a cloak on his back and patrols the peace of Abashiri today.
Q&A / Pamphlet
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