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Rishiri Island 利尻島

Ferry to remote hiking (for adventurers!)

Rishiri Island under angel's ladder.

Rishiri, off the northern tip of Hokkaidō, is for off-the-beaten-track adventurers.

Most come to climb Rishiri-zan, the gorgeous 1719m dormant volcano that gives the island both its shape and name.

Part of the fun here is getting to Wakkanai at the northern tip of Hokkaidō and catching the Heartland Ferry out to the island. There’s a small port at Oshidomari, fishing villages, plus the opportunity to ride a bicycle around the island.

If you’ve come this far, consider going the whole hog and also visiting Rebun Island.

Hiking

Hokkaidō 北海道

Hokkaidō In-18-Days

The wilds of northern Japan - for adventurers with a rental car

Japan In-A-Month

Classic adventurer with a 21-day JR Pass (+ ferries)

Text © Craig McLachlan

Image by T.Kiya