Mount Shibetsu

What it is

• A mountain standing 1,061 meters tall on the border of Nakashibetsu and Kiyosato.
• The name of the peak originates from the source of the Shibetsu River.
• A hiking destination featuring a trail that begins near the Yoroushi Onsen area.

What to see

• Panoramic views of the Shiretoko mountain range from the summit.
• Clear views of Lake Kussharo and the nearby Mount Shari.
• Natural landscapes along a climbing trail that takes approximately three hours to ascend.

When to go

• The official mountain opening ceremony held on the first Sunday of June.
• Summer and autumn months are suitable for the three-hour climb to the peak.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.