Things to Do in Okushiri (奥尻町), Hokkaido: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Okushiri (奥尻町) in Hokkaido Prefecture (Hokkaido, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Okushiri Tō (奥尻島), Seijirōuta Misaki (清次郎歌岬), Miyatsu Bentengū (宮津弁天宮) and served by Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal via the regional hub at Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS). Set at 371 m elevation (42.1553°N, 139.4732°E), Okushiri offers travelers a base for sampling regional Sapporo miso ramen, Jingisukan (grilled lamb), Hokkaido soup curry cuisine and exploring neighboring Setana (せたな町) (43.4 km), Yakumo (八雲町) (60.1 km), Imakane (今金町) (60.3 km), Otobe (乙部町) (60.4 km).

Okushiri is a town on Okushiri Island, located in Hiyama Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. Hiyama Prefectural Natural Park encompasses the entire island and town. On July 12, 1993, the Southwest Hokkaido Open Sea earthquake (北海道南西沖地震) of magnitude 7.8 in the Sea of Japan off southwest Hokkaido created a devastating tsunami. This tsunami killed 198 people in the town, despite a tsunami warning system and a seawall, and also caused landslides on the hills above. Within Hokkaido Prefecture, Okushiri (奥尻町) serves as a town (町) in Hokkaido Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1889-04-01) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Vast national parks (Daisetsuzan, Shiretoko, Akan-Mashu), powder ski resorts (Niseko, Furano), volcanic calderas, port towns (Hakodate, Otaru), and Japan's richest seafood and dairy.

What to See & Do in Okushiri (奥尻町): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Okushiri (奥尻町) from Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal at 371 m elevation (42.1553°N, 139.4732°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Okushiri):

• Okushiri Tō (奥尻島) — local sightseeing landmark near Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Seijirōuta Misaki (清次郎歌岬) — local sightseeing landmark near Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Miyatsu Bentengū (宮津弁天宮) — local sightseeing landmark near Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Kamui Yama (神威山) — local sightseeing landmark near Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Okushiri Island — local sightseeing landmark near Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Okushiri: Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal (connecting to Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Okushiri

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Okushiri (奥尻町) and Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Hokkaido Prefecture and Hokkaido:

• Setana (せたな町) — 43.4 km from Okushiri (Hokkaido Prefecture)
• Yakumo (八雲町) — 60.1 km from Okushiri (Hokkaido Prefecture)
• Imakane (今金町) — 60.3 km from Okushiri (Hokkaido Prefecture)
• Otobe (乙部町) — 60.4 km from Okushiri (Hokkaido Prefecture)
• Esashi (Hiyama) (江差町) — 65.4 km from Okushiri (Hokkaido Prefecture)

Getting to Okushiri & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Okushiri (奥尻町) via Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal: 1h 30m flight from Tokyo Haneda to New Chitose (CTS), or 4h on the Tohoku–Hokkaido Shinkansen to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto plus limited express train. From Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal to reach central Okushiri (42.1553°N, 139.4732°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal: JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Sapporo with Okushiri (奥尻町) and neighboring Setana, Yakumo, Imakane. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Okushiri, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Okushiri and continuing toward Setana can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Okushiri: While Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal anchors public transit for Okushiri, picking up a rental car at Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS) makes it easy to link Okushiri Tō (奥尻島) and Seijirōuta Misaki (清次郎歌岬) with nearby Setana (せたな町) (43.4 km), Yakumo (八雲町) (60.1 km), Imakane (今金町) (60.3 km), Otobe (乙部町) (60.4 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Okushiri (奥尻町) & Hokkaido

Dining near Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and across Okushiri (奥尻町) highlights the regional food culture of Hokkaido Prefecture and Hokkaido. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Okushiri:

• Local specialty & terroir of Okushiri (奥尻町): regional agriculture, seasonal produce, and traditional local craftsmanship.
• Sapporo miso ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Okushiri (奥尻町) and Hokkaido Prefecture.
• Jingisukan (grilled lamb) — regional specialty enjoyed across Okushiri (奥尻町) and Hokkaido Prefecture.
• Hokkaido soup curry — regional specialty enjoyed across Okushiri (奥尻町) and Hokkaido Prefecture.
• Kaisendon (sea urchin, crab & salmon roe bowls) — regional specialty enjoyed across Okushiri (奥尻町) and Hokkaido Prefecture.
• Soft-serve dairy & melon — regional specialty enjoyed across Okushiri (奥尻町) and Hokkaido Prefecture.

If you are dining in Okushiri (奥尻町) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal.

Where to Stay in Okushiri (奥尻町)

Visitors staying overnight in Okushiri (奥尻町) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal, or base at major rail hubs in Sapporo (Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS)) or neighboring Setana, Yakumo, Imakane for quick train access into Okushiri. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Okushiri & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Okushiri (奥尻町, 371 m elevation at 42.1553°N, 139.4732°E): June–August for lavender fields and cool hiking (22–26°C); December–February for world-famous powder skiing and snow festivals; late September–October for early autumn foliage.

Wider sightseeing across Hokkaido Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Okushiri Tō (奥尻島) in Okushiri (奥尻町) includes: Vast national parks (Daisetsuzan, Shiretoko, Akan-Mashu), powder ski resorts (Niseko, Furano), volcanic calderas, port towns (Hakodate, Otaru), and Japan's richest seafood and dairy.

Practical Travel Tips for Okushiri (奥尻町)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Okushiri: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Sapporo Station & New Chitose Airport (CTS) or Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal for local bus schedules to Okushiri Tō (奥尻島) and walking maps of Okushiri (奥尻町).
• Cash & ATMs in Okushiri: Convenience stores and major hotels around Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Okushiri Tō (奥尻島) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Okushiri accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Okushiri: Around Okushiri Airport (9.9 km) & Island Ferry Terminal and neighboring Setana, Yakumo, Imakane, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.