Himenuma Pond
姫沼
A small lake surrounded by primeval forest, with a lakeside trail of about 1 kilometer. On windless days the water reflects Mount Rishiri, making it one of the island's signature sights.
Himenuma lies in the forest about 6 kilometers southeast of Oshidomari Port. It is a lake formed around 1917 by an artificial embankment, with a circumference of about 1 kilometer. A wooden boardwalk circles the lake in about 20 to 30 minutes. The lakeshore is lined with primeval forest of Ezo spruce and fir, where you can spot wild birds. On calm, windless mornings, the lake surface reflects Mount Rishiri. Admission is free. The island bus does not go directly there, so most people take a sightseeing bus, drive, or cycle. From Oshidomari it's about 20 minutes by bike (with some hills). Mosquitoes are common in summer, so bring insect repellent.
Opening hours
All day (winter road closure)
Nearby sights
- Cape Peshi
- Rishiri Fuji Onsen
- Mount Rishiri
- Mikaeridai Observatory
- Otatomari Pond
- Minamihama Wetland
- Kutsugata Cape Park
- Senposhi Misaki Park