Kani no Tsume Monument
カニの爪
A giant crab-claw sculpture about 12 meters tall by the sea at Ocean Park, a landmark photo spot in Monbetsu that symbolizes the town’s famous crabs.
The Kani no Tsume Monument is a giant crab-claw landmark by the sea in Monbetsu’s Ocean Park. It stands about 12 meters tall, with two large claws reaching out from the shore. It symbolizes Monbetsu’s role as a crab-producing region on the Sea of Okhotsk, and it is a must-have photo stop for visitors. In winter, when drift ice drifts ashore, the claws against the white ice make a striking picture. The monument is free to visit and sits on the coast near the drift ice science center, a few minutes’ walk away. It is worth touring together with the science center and Garinko Pier. While in town, you can also try the hairy crab, king crab and scallops produced in Monbetsu.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Okhotsk Sea Ice Science Center (GIZA)
- Okhotsk Tokkari Center
- Garinko III Icebreaker
- Okhotsk Tower
- Oyama Summit Park & Okhotsk Sky Tower
- Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park
- Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park
- Takinoue Park Shibazakura