We would like to inform you of the tourist information for today, Wednesday, March 15.

◆Public toilets in Shakotan Town are closed from Monday, November 7 due to the winter season. * During winter, Shakotan Tourist Center, Shakotan Town Cultural Center, and Numae Public Toilet can be used.

◆Underwater Observation Ship New Shakotan-go ⇒ This year's business year has ended.

◆The opening and closing time of Cape Kamuisaki Gate (gate from the national highway) has been changed to 10:00~15:00 (last admission 14:00) from December 1 (Thursday). * The time is subject to change depending on the weather.

◆Cape Kamui Gate (closed during winter) The promenade ⇒ the promenade will be open to the public after the safety check work after the snow melts. We will inform you as soon as the opening date is decided. * There is a staircase in front of the right front of the gate where women are prohibited, and if you go up there, there is an observation space, so you can see the entire scenery of Cape Kamui from there.

◆About the entrance of Cape Kogane ⇒ The construction has been completed and traffic is now open as usual.

◆Shakotan Cape Island Mui Coast's promenade "Shirara Path" is closed due to bear infestation. * The Shimamui Kaigan Observatory is available for sightseeing.

◆Shakotandake Rest Area will be closed during the winter season ⇒ Shakotandake Rest Area will be closed during the winter season from Thursday, November 10, Reiwa 4. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your understanding and cooperation. The rest area is scheduled to open in late April or later, but we will inform you again in order to make a decision in consideration of snow accumulation and other conditions.
【Inquiry】Shakotan Town Office, Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division, Tel: 0135-44-3381