REBUN ISLAND SIGHTSEEING
Recommended Tourist Spots on Rebun Island
Japan’s northernmost remote island, “Rebun Island”
Dramatic terrain and lush vegetation.
The majestic Mount Rishiri rising beyond the sea.
A miraculous environment that nurtures rare flowers found nowhere else.
A northernmost remote island where alpine flowers bloom in profusion—
Soul-cleansing island scenery awaits you here.
Rebun Island Model Plan
We introduce wonderful places that make you want to travel,
and unique ways to spend your time on Rebun Island.
Sightseeing Spots
01 Cape Sukoton Todo Island Observation Deck
Cape Sukoton Todo Island Observation Deck
The northernmost cape of Rebun Island, where you can see the uninhabited Todo Island and Sakhalin on clear days.
02 Cape Gorota
Cape Gorota
A scenic spot offering a panoramic view of the magnificent sea scenery on the west coast of Rebun Island.
The walking path on the Awabi-kotan side leading to the cape is adorned with alpine plants, and offers spectacular views of the sea and sky.
03 Cape Sky
Observation Deck
The highly transparent sea changes color gradually with the sunlight.
In summer, it’s an attractive cape where the jade-colored sea called “Rebun Blue” spreads out.
04 Rebuncho Alpine Botanical Garden
Rebuncho Alpine Botanical Garden
You can see about 50 species of alpine plants. Moreover, the Rebun Lady’s Slipper Orchid, which is usually in full bloom from late May to mid-June, can be viewed until early August due to temperature control.
05 Mount Rebun
Rebun Mountain
The highest mountain on Rebun Island, offering a 360-degree panoramic view including Mount Rishiri from the summit. There are various trekking courses aiming for Mount Rebun.
06 Rebun Falls
Rebun Falls
About 20 meters high, you can enjoy the dynamic scenery of water falling powerfully. It’s a notable spot unique to the trekking course around Rebun Falls.
07 Motochi Coast Jizo Rock
Jizoiwa Rock
Located on the west side of Rebun Island, it’s a unique rock formation that looks like two rocks joining hands. The surrounding beach is called “Agate Beach” and is especially known as a sunset viewing spot.
08 Momoiwa Observation Deck
Momoiwa Observatory
You can enjoy a panoramic view of the majestic island scenery while walking along a path filled with blooming flowers. You can appreciate rare alpine plants that only grow on Rebun Island, known as the “Floating Island of Flowers”.
09 Momoiwa Nekodai Observation Deck
Momoiwa Observatory
Located on the west coast of Rebun Island, it’s a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the unique rock formations of Momoiwa, Nekoiwa, and Jizoiwa. You can experience the power of nature with your whole body.
10 Kita no Canary Park
Kita-no-Canary Park
There’s a school building that was a filming location for the movie “Northern Canaries”. You can view photos and costumes from the time of filming. The view of Mount Rishiri from the adjoining cafe is also spectacular.
11 Rebun Island Folk Museum
Rebun Island Folk Museum
A museum where you can learn deeply about the northernmost Jomon culture in Japan and the culture and history of Rebun Island.
12 Rebun Onsen Usuyuki-no-Yu
Rebun Onsen Usuyuki-no-Yu
A natural hot spring with flowing source water. It has a sauna room and semi-open-air bath, and you can see Mount Rishiri from the bathing area.
Dining
A Shima no Hito – Rebun Island Main Store
Shima no Hito – Rebun Island Main Store
A souvenir shop attached to “Cape Sukoton”, the northernmost point of Rebun Island where you can see Todo Island. It offers a wide range of products including Rebun Island specialties.
B Robata Chidori
Robata Chidori
A restaurant famous for its delicious Hokke no Chan-chan Yaki, a Rebun Island specialty. It’s about a 5-minute walk from our hotel.
C Fukumasa Japanese Dining
Fukumasa Japanese Dining
A restaurant where you can enjoy local cuisine including traditional Rebun Island delicacies like nuka-hokke (salted and fermented Atka mackerel) and hokke battera (pressed mackerel sushi).
D Take-chan Sushi
Take-chan Sushi
The only sushi restaurant on Rebun Island, located on the second floor of the Kafuka Ferry Terminal.
You can fully enjoy seasonal seafood from Hokkaido.
E Canary Cafe
Kanaria Cafe
A cafe attached to Canary Park in the southern part of Rebun Island.
On clear days, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the crystal-clear sea and beautiful Mount Rishiri. It’s also ideal for resting after hiking or trekking.
The Starry Sky of Rebun Island
The Starry Sky of Rebun Island
In contrast to its daytime appearance where alpine plants bloom in profusion, Rebun Island is covered by a sky full of stars at night.
Surrender yourself to the rhythms of nature and experience the mystical skies of Rebun Island, which offer distinct beauty between day and night.
(c) Yosuke Kashiwakura
About the “Starry Sky Viewing Area” Initiative on Rebun Island
The night sky over Rebun Island is a breathtaking spectacle, where the twinkling of the stars is so vivid it can be clearly felt with the naked eye.
The island retains its untouched nature with few streetlights, and there is almost no artificial light along the coastline.
With the goal of eventually having this beautiful night sky certified as an “International Dark Sky Park*,”
efforts are underway to first establish “Starry Sky Viewing Areas” where tourists and locals alike can easily gaze at the stars.
This project is being led by nature photographer Yosuke Kashiwakura in collaboration with local residents.
The planned sites are near the settlement of Cape Sukoton at the northernmost tip of Rebun Island, and near the Momoiwa Observatory.
The project aims to create spaces where visitors can sit on handmade benches and quietly enjoy the star-filled sky, with informative signage installed.
Our hotel resonates with Mr. Kashiwakura’s vision and a future where the starry skies of Rebun Island become a travel destination, and we are proud to support this initiative.
*International Dark Sky Park: A certification system that recognizes excellent efforts to protect and preserve dark, natural night skies free from light pollution.
Details: https://hoshizorahogoku.org/idsp/
Nature Photographer Yosuke Kashiwakura
Born in Yamagata Prefecture in 1978.
Main photography fields span a wide range, including natural landscapes, portraits, wildlife, and environmental conservation.
Winner of numerous international photography competitions, including the National Geographic International Photo Contest, LensCulture Earth Awards, and Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
His work has been exhibited at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP), the Natural History Museum in London, and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in the United States.
SEASONAL OF
REBUN ISLAND
Seasons of Rebun Island
We introduce the temperature and clothing for Rebun Island’s seasons,
as well as the flowers that bloom in each season.
Flowers of Rebun Island
Flowers of Rebun Island
Rebun Island is also known as the “Island of Flowers” because about 300 species of alpine plants bloom here.
Please enjoy the numerous alpine plants that bloom in all four seasons, including rare endemic species like the Rebun Lady’s Slipper Orchid.
