Tsubetsu Pass Observation Facility

A Spectacular Viewpoint with Majestic Sea of Clouds and 360-Degree Panorama

Located between Tsubetsu Town and Teshikaga Town on the Kussharo-Tsubetsu Line, Tsubetsu Pass stands at an elevation of 947 meters. On clear days, you can enjoy a panoramic view that stretches from Lake Kussharo below to the Sea of Okhotsk, the Shiretoko Mountain Range, Mount Oakan and Mount Meakan, and even the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range. Among the passes on the outer rim of the Kussharo Caldera, Tsubetsu Pass is the highest, making it a prime spot for viewing the sea of clouds.

From June to October, when the road is open, you might witness the breathtaking sight of the red, glowing sunrise emerging from the sea of white clouds covering Lake Kussharo, provided the conditions are right. The grand pageant of clouds and light is truly awe-inspiring.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport

General Information

Address
北海道津別町上里
Telephone Number
0152-77-8388(Tsubetsu Town Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division)
Open
9:00-19:00 (June-October)
The above are the opening hours of the observatory. Restrooms are open 24 hours.
Closed
November-May
Prices
free
Car Park
40 spaces, free
Directions
●By car: About 60 minutes from Tsubetsu Town Hall
Website

Tsubetsu Town Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

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