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most visited sights
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Kamuiwakka Falls
 
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A visit to Kamuiwakka Falls is one of Japan's ultimate hot spring experiences.

In order to reach the waterfall, bathers first have to hike up a warm mountain stream for about 20-30 minutes, wading through the water and climbing minor waterfalls. Once you reach the top, you can take a hot spring bath in the natural basin at the base of the waterfall. Unlike in most other Japanese hot springs, people use swimming suits.

Be aware that the climb up the stream is very steep and slippery in some places, and that you have little choice but to actually walk in the water (it is less slippery in the water than at the stream's edge). Therefore, it is highly recommended to bring appropriate footwear, such as special climbing socks (see picture above) or traditional straw sandals.

Due to its tremendous beauty, the Kamuiwakka Falls can become crowded during the high season in July and August. On the other hand, the falls are not accessible during the winter months.

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how to get there

By car

Caution: The 10 kilometer dirt road, which leads from the Shiretoko Five Lakes to the trailhead to Kamuiwakka Falls is closed to private vehicles due to construction work! Only between mid July and mid September will a shuttle bus be providing access to the trailhead (see details below).

By bus

Shuttle buses operate between Utoro, Shiretoko Nature Center, Shiretoko Five Lakes and the trailhead to Kamuiwakka Falls from mid July to mid September (July 13 to September 20, 2008). The one way journey from Utoro takes about one hour and costs 900 Yen.

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tours and packages

World Heritage Shiretoko & Eastern Hokkaido Tour
A 4-day package tour that takes visitors to see some of Hokkaido's many natural treasures.

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Shuttle Bus Timetable (Shari Town)
PDF file with the shuttle bus timetable in English.

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Shiretoko Transportation (Shari Town)
Up-to-date transportation information for the Shiretoko region.

 

 
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