Tourism & Special Events

The Daikoku Island, which is 2.4 ha and 35 m tall, lies 1 mile west of the Etomo Peninsula, the entrance of the Muroran Harbor. In 1838, the island was named for Daikokuten, one of the Seven Deities of Good Fortune (Shichifukujin). There is a grave for the British Ship "Providence" crew who was died in 1796. Once known for its natural black lilies, over picking decreased their population, so now people have been planting new black lilies there for many years.

"Etomo" is derived from the Ainu word "Enrumu" that means "a cape." It is located on the edge of the Etomo Peninsula. From the viewpoint of the peninsula, you can see volcanoes such as Mt. Usu, Mt. Showa, and Mt. Yohtei, and the Oshima Peninsula and the Cape Esan.

Kin-byobu (Golden Cliff) is a huge reddish brown cliff, which is located near Cape Earth (Chikyu Misaki) and appears gold when the morning sun shines, like a golden paper screen. Byobu means Japanese Paper Screen

Gin-Byobu (Silver Cliff) is also a huge cliff, which is located at the south end of the Etomo Peninsula and appears silver before dawn.

Masuichi is derived from the Ainu word "Masui chise" that means "the nest of black-tailed gulls." The beach is located between Mt. Sokuryo and Ginbyobu. The area is a wildlife sanctuary where you can see falcons, bush warblers, cuckoo and more! Many rocks on the seashore remind us of candles, seagulls, lying elephants and so on. You can also see a Mt. Komagatake across the Volcano Bay.

Cape Earth is one of the eminent scenic spots of all Japan. When it is clear, you can view Mt. Komagatake, Cape Esan, and the Shimokita Peninsula from the observation deck. Many people visit there to see the first sunrise of the New Year.

Tokkarisho is derived from the Ainu word "tokaru isho" that means "a stone of seal." Many rugged cliffs covered with grass and the serene sea at the Itanki Beach make an exquisite combination. This unique view has been seen on many TV dramas and movies.

The Volcano Bay is well known as a dolphin and whale watching point. From one of the sightseeing boats, you can see them closely. The boats are available from the end of April to the middle of August.

The most popular food of Muroran is Yakitori, skewered grilled pieces of chicken or pork. There are about 65 Yakitori restaurants (opening in the evening) in Muroran, the highest number of Yakitori restaurants in one city in all Hokkaido. Standard Yakitori's ingredients are grilled chicken and Japanese leek but if you go to Muroran, you will see Torikushi (Chicken Yakitori) and Butakushi (Pork Yakitori) on the menu and all yakitori will be served with Japanese mustard on the side! Hungry? Come and try some!!

This beach is well known as one of the few unique types of seashore with "singing sand" which makes a characteristic sound when walked over, indicating an especially clean beach, and is open for swimming in summer. A lot of surfers come from all over Hokkaido to visit there.

This recreational park is at the foot of Mt. Muroran and its altitude is 911 m. There are camping grounds, park golf courses, tennis courts, and an overnight training facility with gymnasium. In wintertime, there are ski areas for beginners and intermediates.

Ski area is open from mid December to late March

This aquarium has 46 regular and panoramic water tanks, housing about 150 kinds of fishes including salt-water and fresh water fish. Outside of the aquarium, there are seals, penguins, sea lions and more! A northern sea lion entertains people with its popular drawing show.

Open from the end of April to the end of October.

Business Hours：9:15 am to 4:45 pm

Phone：0143-27-1638

The park has a walking path that is about 1 km in length. Here you can stroll while looking at Hakucho Bridge, Daikoku Island, windmills, and the beautiful sea. It is adjacent to Muroran Aquarium and Mitara, Hakucho Bridge Memorial Museum which introduces how the bridge was constructed and has a coffee lounge, park golf course, and observation deck. Ambassabear will welcome you at the main lobby.

Admission is Free

Business Hours：9:30 am to 9 pm

Closed on Thursdays (November to March)

This place is one of the popular educational sites for students to walk through the history of Muroran. About 28,000 primitive items and collections from three or four generations attract every generations of people.

Business Hours：9 am to 5 pm

Closed on Mondays and next day of national holidays