🌊 Epic Hokkaido Road Trip: Cape Kamui & Shakotan Peninsula Day Adventure! 🚗💨

#springitinerary #### **✨ Why You Should Go:** ✅ **Japan’s Most Stunning Coastline** – The surreal "Shakotan Blue" waters rival Okinawa’s beaches! ✅ **Dramatic Cliff Views** – Walk Cape Kamui’s narrow peninsula with 360° ocean panoramas. ✅ **Hidden Beaches & Caves** – Swim at secret coves like **Bikuni Beach** or explore sea caves by boat. ✅ **Fresh Seafood Feasts** – Devour uni (sea urchin), ikura (salmon roe), and grilled scallops at roadside stalls. ✅ **Instagram Gold** – Every turn has photo-worthy cliffs, lighthouses, and turquoise waves. --- ### **🗺️ Itinerary (Car Required!)** **📍Start in Otaru or Sapporo (7:00 AM Departure)** #### **🌅 Morning: Cape Kamui** **9:00 AM – Cape Kamui** - Walk the **700m narrow cliff path** (closed Nov-Apr) – legend says unmarried couples who visit will break up! - Stop at **Kamui Misaki Lighthouse** for epic selfies. **11:00 AM – Shimamu Beach** - Tiny pebble beach with unreal blue water (great for quick dip). #### **☀️ Midday: Shakotan Highlights** **12:30 PM – Lunch in Shakotan Town** - Try **Shakotan Don** (sea urchin & salmon roe rice bowl) at **Maruichi Shokudo**. **2:00 PM – Cape Ogon (Golden Cape)** - See the **"Elephant Rock"** and golden-hued cliffs. **3:30 PM – Bikuni Fishing Port** - Buy fresh seafood at the market or take a **glass-bottom boat tour**. #### **🌇 Evening: Sunset & Return** **5:00 PM – Yobetsu Pass Lookout** - Drive up for a **final panoramic view** of the peninsula. **7:00 PM – Back to Sapporo** - Stop in **Otaru** for dinner at **Sushi Zen** or fresh milk soft serve! --- ### **📌 Pro Tips:** - **Rent a Car** – Public transport is limited (try **Nippon Rent-A-Car**). - **Cash Only** – Many seafood stalls don’t take cards. - **Check Road Closures** – Cape Kamui’s path closes in winter (snow) and bad weather. - **Swim Safely** – Currents are strong; stick to designated areas.