Discover Kushiro
Journey to the captivating port city of Kushiro and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Kushiro Marshes. Choose between hiking through the lush landscape or taking in the panoramic views from the Kushiro Marshes Observatory. While in the city, don't miss the chance to indulge in some of the freshest seafood Japan has to offer. A visit to Kushiro will leave you with unforgettable memories and a desire to return.
Things to see and do
Tours and Activities
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Getting around in Kushiro
The easiest way around Kushiro is on foot, since the major sights and attractions are within walking distance from each other.
Getting to Kushiro
Public transportation:
To get from Sapporo to Kushiro by public transportation, travelers need to take the JR Limited Express Super Ozora from Sapporo Station to Kushiro Station. The total travel time is approximately 4 hours.
Valid rail passes:
Nearest airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Kushiro Airport.
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by car: approximately 30 minutes
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by public transport: approximately 45 minutes
Rental cars:
How long to stay in Kushiro
We recommend staying here for about half a day.
Hotels in Kushiro
Flights to Kushiro
The nearest and most convenient airport is Kushiro Airport.
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by car: approximately 30 minutes
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by public transport: approximately 45 minutes
Festivals in Kushiro
There are two well-known festival in this area. Please be advised that the following info is based upon previous entries of the festival and that the dates might have changed for the following year. It is also possible that the entire festival is cancelled in the case of heavy rainfall or a natural disaster. Please check with the official organisers' website for the most up-to-date information.
For the exact location of the festival, you can consult our map above by clicking on the icon in the upper most corner of the map to open the map legend. Festivals are hidden by default but can be made visible by clicking on the "Festivals" checkbox in the map legend.
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Kushiro Fog Festival
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Date: July 26th until 28th
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Time: 09:00 - 22:00
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Kushiro Port Festival
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Date: August 2nd until 4th
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Time: 09:00 - 22:00
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