
Around Shakotan Peninsula
Experience the glorious history of herring fishing, the rich natural scenery, and the seafood from the Sea of Japan while traveling around Shakotan Peninsula.
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Explore the delights of Yoichi
Explore the delights of Yoichi, a town famous for its seafood, whiskey and wine!
This example itinerary introduces recommended sightseeing spots and restaurants but please note that this tour is unaccompanied. Please make your own arrangements for transportation and meals.
Yu Kiroro (10am)
40 mins (by car)
Fruit Picking
From June to October, you can enjoy many fruit picking seasons at Nitori Orchard, including apples, peaches, grapes, cherries and many more!
15 mins (by car)
Restaurant
A cafeteria with fresh local ingredients, Kakizaki Shoten also features a first-floor shop that mainly serves fresh fish.
1 min (by car)
Whisky
The signature spot in Yoichi, and a mecca for whisky lovers, the Nikka Whisky Distillery has become incredibly popular since Nikka burst on to the global whisky scene with a number of award wins over recent years.
20 mins (by car)
Sightseeing Spot
Candle rock towering over the sea. Considering the passage of time, this rock will collapse someday. It is only for a moment that you can see such a figure.
10 mins (by car)
Local Fish Cake
Enjoy hot, freshly-baked kamaboko at this small, local shop.
50 mins (by car)
Yu Kiroro (4:30pm)
Experience the glorious history of herring fishing, the rich natural scenery, and the seafood from the Sea of Japan while traveling around Shakotan Peninsula.
View Day TripOne of Japan’s most stunning portside towns, Otaru is just 30 minutes from Yu Kiroro, with an abundance of things to do and fresh seafood to enjoy.
View Day TripThis tour of local wineries and distilleries is an excursion simply not-to-be-missed during your stay at Yu Kiroro.
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