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Shiretoko Pass

Kushiro, Japan

Shiretoko Pass

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Perched 740 meters above sea level, Shiretoko Pass serves as the dramatic overland link between Utoro on the western coast and Rausu on the east. From the scenic viewpoint, visitors are treated to an unforgettable vista of the majestic Mount Rausu rising above subalpine forests, alongside sweeps of the Nemuro Strait and Kunashiri Island on clear days. A convenient rest stop with free parking makes it an essential driving destination for nature lovers traversing Hokkaido's wild frontier.

  • Mountain Pass
  • Nature
  • Scenic Viewpoint
  • Road Trip
  • Mount Rausu

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