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Kitahama station
"The closest station to the Sea of Okhotsk"
JR Kitahama station is a station on the Senmo Main Line located in Abashiri City, Hokkaido, and is widely known as the "closest station to the Sea of Okhotsk" and "closest station to the drift ice" due to its extremely close location, only about 20 meters from the coastline. The station building has a retro atmosphere that evokes history, and although it is unmanned, the walls are filled to the brim with tickets and business cards left behind by travelers as souvenirs.
In front of you lies the World Heritage site of the Shiretoko Mountains and the Sea of Okhotsk. Especially in the depths of winter, drift ice completely covers the coastline, creating a breathtaking spectacle where the boundary between land and sea becomes indistinguishable. It is an excellent viewpoint where you can admire the approaching drift ice up close. It is also a stop for the winter-only sightseeing train, the "Drift Ice Story" train.
Inside the station building, there is a cafe and snack bar called "Teishaba" where you can enjoy coffee and menu items such as curry and omelet rice while taking in the magnificent scenery of the Sea of Okhotsk. Even if you visit outside of the drift ice season, you can still enjoy the beautiful scenery and gourmet food, making it an attractive spot.
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①You can enjoy the beautiful scenery and gourmet food not only during the drift ice season but also during the green season.
Kitahama station used to issue passes. A signboard that retains the atmosphere of the station was installed in February 2024 and is becoming a new photo spot.
③It is also a stop on the winter-only tourist train "Ryuhyo Monogatarigo", making it a station that is etched in the hearts of all who visit.
Basic information
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Address
Kitahama, Abashiri City, Hokkaido
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Period
All year round Drift ice usually appears from late January to mid-March (varies depending on the year) -
Regular holiday
none
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Price
Free admission
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Access
By car: Approximately 16 minutes from Abashiri Station
JR: 4 stops from Abashiri Station, approximately 26 minutes.
Bus: Approximately 26 minutes from Abashiri Station (Koshimizu Line) -
Parking
Parking available
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Others
Ryuhyo Monogatari-go The Ryuhyo Monogatari-go, which runs twice daily between Abashiri and Shiretoko Shari, is a very unique train that runs slowly along the Okhotsk coastline. Enjoy drift ice viewing for about an hour on this train. On Routes 2 and 4, you can also purchase souvenirs at roadside stations along the way. You can see the Shiretoko mountain range all the way from the train window.
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Related Sites
https://visit-abashiri.jp/meal/ee58f147622f1bed926593d5e3fd5bf5a5bb63d0.html
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Related Sites
https://visit-abashiri.jp/play/9a11b738d963f70b325d0061d9ed2b474d8d2c0f.html
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