Suggested Itineraries

For visitors on the run, we have devised self-guided tours. With these ready-made itineraries, you can have a complete, unforgettable trip, even though time is short. All four itineraries include Rishiri's famous sightseeing spots. Please adjust plans according to your time and interests. Note: All suggested trips here begin in Tokyo .

 


1. Three Days in Rishiri Island [Basic Plan]


Day 1

Depart Tokyo to Rishiri Island

Haneda Airport (Tokyo) c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Rishiri Airport c Hotel

(Free time until supper)

Suggested activities

  Stroll around the Cape Kutsugata Park as you enjoy beautiful wild flowers and a breathtaking sunset.

  Enjoy the footbath along the street.

  Enjoy bird watching, nature walk and quiet reflection at the Rishiri Forest Park.

[ Stay in Kutsugata Town ]


Day 2

Visit the following sightseeing spots by rental bicycle or rental car.

  Neguma no Iwa (The Sleeping Bear)

  Jinmen Iwa (The Rock Face)

  Kita-no-itsukushima Benten Shrine

  Reihou Natural Spring

  Rishiri Town Museum

  Senhoushi Misaki Park

  Minamihama Marshland

  Otatomari Pond / Numaura Marshland

  The Ranald MacDonald

  Himenuma Pond

  Oshidomari Port

  Cape Peshi Observatory

  Kanrosensui (Natural mineral water)

  Rishiri Fuji Hot Spring (Fees: \500 / adult, \250 / child)

  Yuhigaoka Sunset Observatory

  Mikaeridai Picnic Site

[Stay in Kutsugata Town ]


Day 3

Depart Rishiri Island to Tokyo

Hotel c Rishiri Airport c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Haneda Airport (Tokyo)

(Free time until departure)

Suggested activities

  Go fishing at Kaiyo-tsuribori (Kaiyo Fishing pond)

Bait and fishing rods rental \1,500

  Visit Kaiso Oshiba Art Gallery at Rishiri Shima-no-eki.

Admission Fee \300

 


2. Three Days in Rishiri Island (Bus Tour)


Day 1

Depart Tokyo to Rishiri Island

Haneda Airport (Tokyo) c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Rishiri Airport c Hotel

(Free time until supper)

Suggested activities

  Stroll around the Cape Kutsugata Park as you enjoy beautiful wild flowers and a breathtaking sunset.

  Enjoy the footbath along the street.

  Enjoy bird watching, nature walk and quiet reflection at the Rishiri Forest Park.

[Stay in Kutsugata Town ]


Day 2

Join a sightseeing bus tour. (Fares: \3,400 / adult, \2,000 / child)

  Katsugata Bus Stop

  Oshidomari Port

  Himenuma Pond

  Nozuka Observatory

  Rishiri Island Folk Museum

  Otatomari Pond

  Senhoushi Misaki Park

  Neguma no Iwa (The Sleeping Bear)

  Jinmen Iwa (The Rock Face)

  Kita-no-itsukushima Benten Shrine

  Cape Kutsugata Park

  Kaiteitansyosen Ocean Floor Sightseeing Boat (optional) Fares: 1,200yen (adult), 600yen (child)

  Kutsugata Bus Stop

(Free time until supper)

[Stay in Kutsugata Town ]


Day 3

Depart Rishiri Island to Tokyo

Hotel c Rishiri Airport c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Haneda Airport (Tokyo)

(Free time until departure)

Suggested activities

  Go fishing at Kaiyo-tsuribori (Kaiyo Fishing pond)

Bait and fishing rods rental \1,500

  Visit Kaiso Oshiba Art Gallery at Rishiri Shima-no-eki.

Admission Fee \300

 


3. Three Days in Rishiri Island for Mountain Climbers


Day 1

Depart Tokyo to Rishiri Island

Haneda Airport (Tokyo) c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Rishiri Airport c Hotel

(Free time until supper)

Suggested activities

  Stroll around the Cape Kutsugata Park as you enjoy beautiful wild flowers and a breathtaking sunset.

  Enjoy the footbath along the street.

  Enjoy bird watching, nature walk and quiet reflection at the Rishiri Forest Park.

[Stay in Kutsugata Town ]


Day 2

Climb Mt. Rishiri

  Climbing Mt. Rishiri is not an easy hiking. It takes 10 to 12 hours for round trip. Please visit Climbing Mt. Rishiri for details.

  Some hotels provide complimentary shuttle service. Please visit Hotels and Lodging for details.


Day 3

Depart Rishiri Island to Tokyo

Hotel c Rishiri Airport c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Haneda Airport (Tokyo)

(Free time until departure)

Suggested activities

  Go fishing at Kaiyo-tsuribori (Kaiyo Fishing pond)

Bait and fishing rods rental \1,500

  Visit Kaiso Oshiba Art Gallery at Rishiri Shima-no-eki.

Admission Fee \300

 


4. Four Days in Rishiri and Rebun Islands


Day 1

Depart Tokyo to Rishiri Island

Haneda Airport ( Tokyo ) --- Chitose Airport ( Hokkaido ) --- Rishiri Airport --- Rebun island (Free time until supper) [Stay in Rebun island]


Day 2

AM

Join a 4 hour sightseeing bus tour or visit scenic spots by rental car.

PM

Take a ferry to Rishiri Island (Free time until supper) [Stay in Rishiri island]


Day 3

Join a 4 hour sightseeing bus tour or visit scenic spots by rental car.

(Free time until supper) [Stay in Rishiri island]


Day 4

Depart Rishiri Island to Tokyo

Hotel c Rishiri Airport c Chitose Airport (Hokkaido) c Haneda Airport (Tokyo)

(Free time until departure)

Suggested activities

  Go fishing at Kaiyo-tsuribori (Kaiyo Fishing pond)

Bait and fishing rods rental \1,500

  Visit Kaiso Oshiba Art Gallery at Rishiri Shima-no-eki.

Admission Fee \300

 

 

 

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