2025 Kamishihoro Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Kamishibiro Roadside Station in Eastern Hokkaido This is my third visit, and the more I go to this area just for this roadside station, the more I want to go. On the way there, it feels like I'm just driving along straight roads that are typical of Hokkaido, and I get a real sense of how vast the area is. The glass-walled roadside station is still new, and there are lots of brochures about Eastern Hokkaido lined up, all of which are stylishly put together, so I'm sure you'll find lots of places you'll want to go to. #SummerWeekendTrip #HokkaidoTrip #KeihanGroupCampaign

I visited Naitai Terrace in Tokachi, Hokkaido! ⛰️✨ Located at an altitude of over 800 meters, the breathtaking scenery that spreads across the highlands feels like being in Europe! The blue sky, vast grasslands, and cows leisurely grazing... It was truly a place where you can fully experience the essence of "Hokkaido" 🐄💚 🌟 How to Enjoy Naitai Terrace 1️⃣ Relax and be soothed by the endless green landscape! Situated within Japan's largest public ranch, "Naitai Highland Ranch," the scale is simply overwhelming 🌱 2️⃣ Savor Tokachi gourmet at the terrace café 🍽️ The soft serve ice cream made with fresh milk directly from the ranch is rich yet refreshing—absolutely delicious! 🥛🍦 3️⃣ Unwind at the glass-enclosed terrace seats while enjoying the stunning views ☕ On clear days, you can see distant mountains vividly, making it perfect for photos 📸✨ This spot offers both nature and gourmet delights, making it a truly "Tokachi-style" place of relaxation 🌤️🌾 【Naitai Terrace】 ■ Location: Kamishihoro Town, Kato District, Hokkaido ■ Access: About 1.5 hours by car from Obihiro City ■ Operating Period: Late April to the end of October (closed during winter) ■ Recommended Season: June for fresh greenery to October for autumn foliage 🍁

Naitai Plateau, located in Kamishihoro Town, Hokkaido, is home to Japan's largest ranch. Renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views, visitors can enjoy lush green landscapes in summer and golden grasslands in autumn. At Naitai Terrace, you can savor craft beer, hamburgers, and sweet treats while soaking in the stunning scenery, satisfying both your heart and appetite. This is the perfect spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a leisurely time! 🕰️ Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 🏖️ Atmosphere/Facilities: Restaurant, Restrooms 💰 Price per person: From 2,000 yen

In the quiet outskirts of Kamishihoro, there's a place where juicy Hamburg steaks meet schoolyard memories — welcome to Tobachi, a café-restaurant run by a local honey company, set inside a renovated elementary school. Step into the old school building and you’ll find a cozy dining space that smells like sizzling Hamburg and sweet honey. The star of the menu? A soft, juicy Hamburg steak, grilled to perfection. After your meal, don’t skip dessert — their honey lemonade is bright and refreshing, and the ice cream (in a cute take-home cup) is a perfect finish. 🍋🍨 You can even bring a little sweetness home with you, they sell their Tokachi-produced honey and other honey-infused treats as souvenirs. And yes, you can use the retro school bathrooms for a quirky blast from the past. --- 📝 Practical Info: Name: Tobachi（トバチ） Location: 229-1 Oribe, Kamishihoro, Kato District, Hokkaido 080-1406 Setting: Renovated former elementary school Specialties: 🍽️ Juicy Hamburg steak 🍯 Honey lemonade & ice cream 🛍️ Local Tokachi honey and honey-based souvenirs #トバチ #Tobachi #TokachiEats #HokkaidoFood #HoneyCafe #懐かしい日本 #旧校舎カフェ #ポストカード日記 #ハンバーグランチ #蜂蜜デザート

Surrounded by the vast nature of Tokachi 📍Naitai Terrace A spectacular spot located in the Naitai Highland Ranch, the largest public ranch in Japan. The panoramic view from an altitude of 800m is overwhelming, and on a clear day you can see all the way to the Akan mountain range. Enjoying sweets and snacks made with local ingredients while looking out the large windows at the view is a special experience. The scenery changes from a carpet of green to a golden earth depending on the season, and different impressions await you no matter how many times you visit. It's a relaxing place that's perfect for a road trip. #AbsolutelyFreeTrip

Located in Kamishihoro, Tokachi, Hokkaido 📍Naitai Terrace A ranch said to be the largest in Japan🐮 It's a bit chilly as you climb the mountain🗻 There's a 🐮 on the way up🤭 Naitai Terrace has a cafe and souvenirs for sale The cafe also serves meals, and the specialty is cow🐮-patterned soft serve🍦✨️ The restaurant's meals while looking at the spectacular view are also the best👍 There are also photogenic spots✨️ It's on a hill, so there's nothing around to obstruct your view of Tokachi😊 It's one of the famous tourist spots, so it's a place I'd definitely recommend if you're visiting🚗³₃ #absolutelyfreetrip #domestictrip #hokkaidotrip #drive #spectacularview #NaitaiTerrace

Lake Shikaribetsu, Hokkaido Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan, a must-visit this time of year⛄️ A village that was created on the lake for only 60 days You can stay overnight at one of the villages, although you will be selected by lottery in advance. A chapel is also built every year, and people hold weddings there. There are two buses from Obihiro in the morning and two in the afternoon, and it takes about two hours to get there. Take the Takushoku bus and get off at the last stop, Lake Shikaribetsu and get a coupon worth 1,000 yen at Hotel Feng Shui, which you can use to drink at the Nature Center cafe or Lake Shikaribetsu with the coupon. Compared to the Sapporo Snow Festival, you can see a sky full of stars at night, and if you stay at Feng Shui you can take a bath in the hot springs♨︎ If you go too early, the kotan won't be created, and if you go too late, the kotan may melt and end early, so be careful! 🕰️Business hours: 9:00 to 17:00📍Location: Lake Shikaribetsu 💰Price per person: About 2000 yen if you eat lunch💞Reason for recommendation: Fantastic #Hokkaido #Hokkaido trip #Lake Shikaribetsu #Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan #Domestic travel

Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan in Shikaoi Town, Hokkaido, is a special village that only appears during the winter. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lake Shikaribetsu while enjoying winter activities such as open-air ice baths, snowmobiling, and snow rafting. If you stay overnight, you can also enjoy the spectacular view from the hotel on the shore of Lake Shikaribetsu, and spend a luxurious time overlooking the snow-covered lake and the surrounding nature. You can also experience Ainu culture and enjoy special experiences that are only possible in winter. 🕰️Opening hours: December to March (winter only) 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Spectacular views of Lake Shikaribetsu, open-air ice bath, snowmobiling, snow rafting, Ainu culture experience 📍Location: Lake Shikaribetsu, Shikaoi-cho, Hokkaido 💰Price per person: Varies by activity (snowmobiling from 5,000 yen, open-air ice bath from 2,000 yen) 🏨Hotel: Hotel on the shore of Lake Shikaribetsu (rooms with lake views, hot springs) #0 Yen Travel February 2025

#0yentravelFebruary2025 Overseas is nice, but Hokkaido has a lot of great places! In Hokkaido, you can clearly see the change of the seasons! Please come and experience the great places and delicious food in the prefecture 𖦹' ‐ '𖦹

Hokkaido has many beautiful spots that will take your breath away! This time, we will introduce 7 recommended spots where you can enjoy spectacular natural views, cafes, and fantastic scenery. 1. Arabica Coffee Niseko ☕ The world-famous coffee brand "% Arabica" has landed in Niseko, Hokkaido! A cafe where you can enjoy exquisite espresso and latte in a sophisticated space. ❄️ Enjoy a blissful moment with snow scenery and coffee in winter! 📍Niseko Hirafu 1-jo 4-chome 3-9, Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 2. Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan 🏕️ A spectacular spot only available in winter! At the **"Ice Village** that is built on Lake Shikaribetsu, you can enjoy ice bars and open-air baths on ice✨ ❄️ The only place to experience a fantastic world surrounded by ice! 📍 Lake Shikaribetsu, Shikaoi-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido 3. Tokachi Ranch, Birch Tree-lined Road 🌳 A spectacular spot in Tokachi with a beautiful row of birch trees that looks like a scene from a movie. You can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, so it's picturesque no matter what season you visit✨ 🚗 Perfect for driving and photography! 📍 Tokachi Ranch, Otofuke-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido 4. Ningle Terrace 🏡 A collection of cute little log houses in the forest on the grounds of the New Furano Prince Hotel. Handmade goods shops line the area, and at night it is lit up for a fantastic atmosphere! 🌲 A healing spot that feels like a fairy tale world! 📍 Nakagoryo, Furano City, Hokkaido 5. Japanese elm tree 🌿 A single tree standing alone in Otofuke-cho, Tokachi. A spot where you can enjoy a spectacular view that blends into the natural world with nothing blocking the view around. 🌅 It's especially beautiful when it's dyed in the morning and evening sun! 📍Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido 6. Jewelry Ice 💎 Sparkling ice fragments that appear only in winter on Otsu Coast in Toyokoro Town. When bathed in the morning sun, they create a fantastic landscape that shines like jewels✨ 🌊 A mysterious view unique to Hokkaido in winter! 📍Otsu Coast, Toyokoro Town, Nakagawa District, Hokkaido 7. The Westin Rusutsu ⛷️ A luxury hotel located in Rusutsu Resort, one of Hokkaido's leading ski resorts. Enjoy a luxurious stay while looking out at the vast snowy scenery! 🏔️ The best resort where you can enjoy skiing, hot springs, and gourmet food! 📍133 Izumikawa, Rusutsu Village, Abuta District, Hokkaido A special trip to Hokkaido✨ We've introduced some recommended spots in Hokkaido that are full of stunning views, cafes, and resorts! Where do you want to go? Tell me in the comments 💬💓 #Hokkaido trip #Beautiful spots #Winter Hokkaido #Cafe hopping #Connect with people who love to travel #Domestic travel strategy #Domestic seasonal places #Domestic travel trip

Remains of the Taushubetsu River Bridge in Kamishihoro Town A concrete arch bridge of the former JNR Shihoro Line It is beginning to crumble year by year, and there is no telling when it will disappear 💦 In winter, the lake freezes over and you can walk up close, so you want to see it before it disappears! You can also see the frozen ice bubbles on this lake! It's truly fantastic ✨ I'd like to see it at least once ~ ...

#NovemberGood Places2024 One of the most special experiences while traveling in Hokkaido is kayaking on Lake Shibetsu🚣🏻♀️. However, there are relatively few means of transportation in Bie Lake, so it is recommended to travel there by car. We first went to the Ranbie Lake Visitor Center to reserve a rowing time. There will be a coach to guide us, and there is also a team leader who speaks Chinese, which makes us feel at ease. However, the front side of the lake is really beautiful. The waves are as flat as a mirror. It’s so easy to get on the boat. And when you get to the center, you can see the surrounding scenery. It’s really nice.

The Taushubetsu River Bridge (Taushubetsu-gawa Kyouryou) is a concrete arch bridge of the former National Railway Shihoro Line located in Kamishihoro Town, Hokkaido. Currently, it is submerged in Lake Nukabira, a dam lake, and is called the 'phantom bridge' because it appears depending on the season and the water level of the lake. Main Features Construction Year: 1937 (Showa 12) Structure: Concrete arch bridge Length: Approximately 130 meters Usage: It was once used as a railway bridge for the Shihoro Line, but the line was closed in 1987. Highlights Winter: The bridge is often fully visible as the lake surface freezes. Summer: When the water level of the lake rises, only the arch part may be visible as some parts are submerged. Autumn when the water level drops: The entire bridge often appears clearly. Preservation Efforts The Taushubetsu River Bridge is weathering in the natural environment and may completely collapse in the future. Therefore, efforts for preservation and recording are being promoted by local organizations and tourism associations. When visiting, it is important to enjoy while respecting the surrounding natural environment.

Naitai Highland Ranch is the largest public ranch in Japan, covering a total area of ​​about 1,700ha (358 Tokyo Domes) 😳 You can watch cows grazing on a carpet of tall green grass in the fresh air 👀 At the adjacent NAITAI Terrace, they sell delicious soft serve ice cream 🍦 and hamburgers 🍔! You can dine while overlooking the beautiful Tokachi Plain! The stone beds installed outside are a mecca for bikers, and everyone was lying down and taking photos! We did too 🤭 Please go and check it out! 📍Naitai Highland Ranch 〒080-1407 Kamiotofuke, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido #0 yen travel autumn #breathtaking views #domestic travel #Hokkaido #100 travel styles

The Nukabira National Highway that runs from Tokachi to Asahikawa is worth a drive. Once you pass Lake Nukabira and go through the virgin forest, you'll be greeted by a vast landscape that lets you feel the grandeur of Hokkaido. The view from Mikuni Pass is said to be as wide as one lap around the Yamanote Line. #Hokkaido #Tokachi #HokkaidoDrive #0YenTrip

The old Horoka Station on the Shihoro Line is located on the way from Nukabira Onsenkyo to Sounkyo. Horoka Station is a station that truly returns to the forest, and is a place you should definitely see at least once. There is a large parking lot nearby, so it is easy to access. #HokkaidoTrip #Tokachi #Obihiro #EasternDoTourism #0YenTrip

Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan is held as a winter event About an hour and a half by bus from Obihiro🚌 This is an event where buildings are made of snow and ice in the harsh winter to resemble a village (kotan). There is an ice bar, an open-air bath on ice, an ice chapel, and more. You can buy drinks at the ice bar🍹 (You can also just look around for free) They will pour your drinks into ice glasses♡ There are also activities such as snowmobiling, which we enjoyed! The venue itself becomes a lake in the summer, so it is temporarily closed Lake Shikaribetsu Kotan 📍Location: Lake Shikaribetsu Onsen, Kitaurimaku-no-banchi, Shikaoi-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido 💰Price per person: ¥500 #Domestic travel #Hokkaido travel #Hokkaido #Lake Shikaribetsu #0 yen travel

Ice bubbles are formed when air bubbles are trapped in the ice on the surface of a frozen lake. This is ice art that can be seen in years with little snow✨ The famous Taushubetsu River Bridge is also there, so it's a good idea to visit it as well. About 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Obihiro Station We took a bus because we thought it would be dangerous to drive in Hokkaido in winter. Lake Nukabira 📍Location: Nukabira Onsenkyo, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido 💞Reasons for recommendation: You can see scenery that can only be seen in snowy countries 🗓️Itinerary management: It gets dark early, so it's recommended to go in the morning #Domestic travel #Hokkaido travel #Hokkaido #0 yen travel

📍Location: 128-5 Kamiotonofuke, Kamishihoro-cho I went there after watching a video by someone I really recommend it. First of all, the view is amazing until you drive up the plateau. And what surprised me was that the admission fee is free It was so amazing that I wanted to pay for it And there is also a cafe called Naitai Terrace? Everything was so delicious. I definitely want to go again. It's quite far, but I hope everyone will visit it. 🕰️Business hours 7:00~19:00 Naitai Terrace is open from 9:00~17:00 #Hokkaido #Obihiro

Driving in Hokkaido during the Golden Week holidays🚗 This time, the destination is Eastern Hokkaido, which is rich in natural scenery～ The weather in Hokkaido is still quite cold. I left Tokyo in a light outfit, and quickly wrapped myself in a sweater coat after getting off the plane The cherry blossoms here have just started to bloom, and there is still some snow in the mountains that has not melted, just like the scenery in early February in Tokyo. Driving from Chitose towards Tokachi, we checked in at the Tokachi Ranch full of dairy cows🐄 and visited the filming location of the underwater railway tracks from 'Spirited Away' at Lake Shikaribetsu🛤️ and stayed there for one night. Lake Shikaribetsu is the only natural lake in Daisetsuzan National Park At an altitude of 810 meters, it is the highest lake in Hokkaido, with the deepest part of the lake bed reaching 100 meters.🌊 The lake is surrounded by primeval forests, and driving around the lake, you can see many white birch trees and various road signs that you don't see in Tokyo. It is said that the forest is home to the 'Pika', an endangered small animal that looks like a rabbit🐰 but has the stature and demeanor of a mouse🐭 and has been around since the Ice Age. The room I stayed in faced Lake Shikaribetsu (picture 12) and the mountain outside the window reflected on the lake surface, forming the shape of a big mouth👄. After looking it up, I found out that this reflection is also known as 'Lip Mountain', which is quite interesting! I've been driving around Hokkaido these days, enjoying nature, and will continue to update! If you're interested, come and check it out, hehe!

Naitai Terrace is the largest public ranch in Japan, covering an area of ​​about 1,700 hectares in Hokkaido. "Naitai" means "deep valley" in Ainu. About 2,000 cows graze on the ranch, and the 7km road that runs from the entrance gate to an altitude of 800m is a spectacular driving road. You can see the cows eating their meals leisurely. It's amazing that you can see such a spectacular view for free! Entering through the entrance that looks like a stylish hotel, you will find a rest space with a full glass wall that offers a panoramic view of the Naitai Plateau. There is also a cafe where you can enjoy gourmet food made with locally produced ingredients☕️ The recommendation is [Ushi Soft Serve🐄] 450 yen each Vanilla is "white", chocolate is "black", and the mix is ​​"Ushi" - names unique to the farm🤍🖤 The rich milk flavor and bitter chocolate were delicious🥹 If you're hungry, there are also hamburgers, roast beef sandwiches, and loco moco rice bowls made with Naitai Wagyu beef🙆 You can also enjoy drinking specialty products such as coffee made with soybeans from Kamishihoro and freshly squeezed milk🥰 And if you go down the stairs from the observation terrace, you'll be right there at the farm! It was a great spot to relax while watching the cows living freely in a place with nothing but nature as far as the eye can see☝️ I also recommend the nearby gelato shop, Dream Dolce🍨📍NAITAI TERRACE 128-5 Kamiotofuke, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido Business period: April 29th to November 1st Gate opening time: 7:00 to 18:00 (June to September 7:00 to 19:00) Naitai Terrace business hours: 9:00 to 17:00 Closed: Open every day during the period (subject to change depending on the weather) #Sakura2024 #FreeHongKongAirTickets #HokkaidoTrip #HokkaidoTourism #NaitaiTerrace #Ranch

The lake surface is blue, the autumn leaves are falling, plus the murmuring sound of gentle waves, occasionally there are birds flying by, not forgetting to chirp to greet each other. Then the fish under the lake surface are also free to swim in the clear water. #awesomepic #japan #trip #couplestrip

It was a new roadside station in the area! It was very clean and nice. There were souvenirs that were local specialties of Kamishihoro, and it seemed like there were a lot of things my kids wanted. There were also recommended souvenirs for adults, such as alcohol and snacks, and the food court had hamburgers and bread from a bakery. There was also a restaurant attached to the station, which was very nice, but we didn't have time to go to the restaurant this time, so we'll go next time!!! #HokkaidoTourism#Hokkaido #RoadsideStation #TripWithChildren

As midsummer approaches, Shikaoi Town in Hokkaido not only has beautiful natural scenery, but also has a very unique attraction, that is, the mysterious "lake railway" located in Lake Shikaribetsu. The railway tracks in Lake Shirabetsu are an amazing sight. Just like a silver line, it stretches calmly on the lake, which makes people admire it. This section of railway was originally used to transport timber, but is no longer in use and has become a unique tourist check-in spot. In the summer sun, the view of the railway tracks in the lake is even more charming. The reflection of the lake reflects the blue sky and white clouds, and complements the railway tracks, creating a fairyland-like picture. You can feel the mystery and tranquility even more by taking a boat or rowing a small boat close to the railway tracks in the lake. Every summer, many tourists come here to look for the secrets hidden in Lake Shikaribetsu. While roaming on the lake and admiring the railway tracks in the lake, you can also appreciate the unique natural scenery of Hokkaido. Wild flowers are blooming on the grass by the lake, and the breeze brings coolness. When you come to Shikaoi, Hokkaido, in addition to tasting delicious food and exploring nature, don’t forget to check out the railway tracks in the lake. This wonderful place, which combines history and beauty, is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories of your summer trip. #JapanSummerTourism #ShikaribetsuLakeRailway #HokkaidoTour #LakesideBeauty #SummerExplore #ShikaoiScenery #LakeReflection #NaturalBeauty

Tokatoka is a bakery that you must visit when you go to Obihiro. It is currently located inside the Kamishiro Roadside Station, and their bread made with wheat from Hokkaido and local ingredients is excellent. And it's cheap!! The curry bread with Tokachi beef is the best recommendation. I was taking my time choosing and was lucky to see a row of freshly baked bread. #SummerWeekendTrip #HokkaidoTrip #KeihanGroupCampaign

Dream Dolce, an ice cream shop in Kamishihoro, Hokkaido This ice cream shop is run by a company that runs a farm, and it's worth going to even the long distance because it uses raw milk within 24 hours of milking at the farm. In addition to ice cream and soft serve ice cream, the shop also sells cakes and baked goods. 239 Kamishihoro Higashi 2-sen, Kamishihoro-cho, Kato-gun, Hokkaido #SummerWeekendTrip #HokkaidoTrip #KeihanGroupCampaign

The 49th Hokkaido Balloon Festival was held, and many hot air balloons lit up the sky of Kamishihoro this year as well😊 The competition flight started early in the morning, and the sight of colorful hot air balloons rising into the sky one after another was a spectacular sight😙 Get some boiled corn from a stall that opens early in the morning and coffee from a local specialty coffee shop👍 Relax and watch the hot air balloons illuminating the sky, the best Obon holiday💕 The early bird catches the worm🤭 #SummerWeekendTrip