In Shiretoko Rausu, there are many ways to enjoy nature!
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- Rausu Ojiro Festival
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Organised by the Youth Department of the Rausu Commerce and Industry Association for the citizens (children) and tourists to enjoy together.
With snow sculptures and events you can join in, at this festival you can have a kind of fun you'll only find in Shiretoko Rausu!
All kind of events - boat pulling race, snow soccer, bingo and more! -
Dates Held
Sunday, February 12, 2012
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Rausu Ojiro Festival Program
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- Shiretoko Yukikabe Walk (mid-April)
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Walk through this glistening white UNESCO World Heritage Site!
Walk Route 334, Japan's shortest expressway, while it's closed for the winter (it's closed from early November to late April) with walls of snow as a backdrop!
As you walk through the high walls of snow made by the road being cleared for re-opening, if it's a clear day you can see Kunashiri Island right before your eyes! -
Advice
The Rausu Course is a bit different this year! It's been extended from 6km to 10km, great for those who like a longer walk!
Walkers only! There are plenty of cruises, guided tours, souvenir shops, restaurants and accommodation for you to enjoy! -
Held:
Sunday, April 15, 2012
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2012 Pamphlet
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- Shiretoko Festival (3rd Saturday in June)
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This festival is a celebration to pray for safety at sea and which heralds the beginning of the late Shiretoko summer.
There are all kinds of events, including a fireworks display, a dance parade, tug of war and more.Massive "Goemon Bath" horsehair crab hotpot - Shiretoko Festival Video
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Advice
Enjoy delicious seafood from Rausu, the Fish Castle Town - there's a seafood market and a massive crab hotpot made in a giant pot resembling the Goemon Bath!
You're guaranteed 100% satisfaction!
(Actually, they used to put their nets in those massive pots because in those days fishing equipment and nets weren't made from long-lasting materials and would otherwise rot.)
For more information, please open the poster Shiretoko FestivalNight-Before Festival Saturday, June 18, 2011
Festival Sunday, June 19, 2011
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- Rausu Isaribi Festival (3rd Saturday in September)
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A fishing festival that prays for fertile seas and big catches and gives thanks to nature.
People always crowd around to get free servings of the year's autumn salmon, salmon roe on rice and squid sashimi!
People come from all over Japan every year to see the "Autumn Salmon Auction" organised by the Youth Department of the Rausu Fisheries Union!
With other events like Autumn Salmon Catching which people of all ages can do, the Shiretoko Ibukitaru featuring local performer and the Great Fish Bingo Game where you can win delicious Rausu seafood, people flock to this festival!Night-Before Festival September 17, 2011
Festival September 18, 2011
Program
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- Shiretoko Koyo Walk
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There was the Yukikabe walk in winter, now you can enjoy the autumn leaves at this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On a clear day, you can see the 1661m high Mount Rausu from the pass, or look down at Kunashir Island!
You're guaranteed to be blown away by this stunning scenery that feels like it's within arm's reach!
You can also enjoy seafood soup with special Rausu ingredients at Shiretoko Pass. -
Advice
There's a 17.3km course to Shiretoko Pass and a 28km course across the peninsula, so choose depending on your level of fitness.
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Dates Held
Saturday, October 8, 2011
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2011 Pamphlet
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