Rausu Kunashiri Observatory
羅臼国後展望塔
An observation tower on the hill behind Rausu town. It looks across the Nemuro Strait to Kunashiri Island, about 25 km away, and offers views of drift ice in winter.
The Kunashiri Observation Tower stands on high ground south of Rausu town. The rooftop observation deck looks across the Nemuro Strait to Kunashiri Island, which is only about 25 km away, and the island's peaks are clearly visible. The building displays materials on the Northern Territories issue. In winter, you can look down on the strait covered with drift ice. Entry is free, and it is open about 9:00 to 17:00. Hours are shorter in winter, and it is closed on Mondays from November to April. Parking is free. It is about 5 minutes by car from Rausu Port and can be combined with whale watching and eagle watching tours.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00 (until 16:00 in winter; closed Mondays November–April)
Nearby sights
- Rausu Whale & Eagle Watching Cruise
- Kuma no Yu Hot Spring
- Mount Rausu
- Shiretoko Pass
- Lake Rausu
- Iwaobetsu Onsen
- Kamuiwakka Hot Falls
- Shiretoko Five Lakes