Sakaemachiheiwa Park

栄町平和公園
AdmissionFree
Opening Hours24 hours
Contact011-5431-4557
NotesSmall park, festivals held here, no parking
Location /
Getting There
The park is located in central Kushiro. It is near the nightlife district, and is only a 9 minute walk from Kushiro station.
6 Chome-9 Sakaemachi, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0013

Sakaemachiheiwa Park is located in the center of Kushiro. There are very few green spaces in Kushiro and this park is often used for festivals during the summer and winter and many locals use this park. There is a bit of interesting history behind the park and the area. In 1945, nearing the end of the war, Kushiro was hit by an air raid. The war damaged city was reconstructed and a site was secured for the Sakaemachi Heiwa Park in 1945. Further projects were further created in 1947.

 

In 1972, the submerged park was redeveloped. A fountain was installed in the middle of the park. The fountain with the surrounding trees and grass area is a pleasant place to rest. As there aren’t many places to enjoy the greenery, this small park is quite a popular with the locals. The park is also right among the entertainment district so it’s easy to find a restaurant, izakaya, or bar close by. This park is a small space in town and is not a bad place for a stroll.

Nusamai Park

幣舞公園
AdmissionFree
Opening Hours24 hours
Contact0154-31-4557
NotesSmall park area, sightseeing spot, children playground, toilets
Location /
Getting There
The square is located in central Kushiro. It is just off the main road, Kitadori 113, and right by the Nusamai Bridge. It is a 15 minute walk, south from Kushiro station.
1 Nusamaicho, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0836

This park in Kushiro can be found overlooking the city and is a quiet and peaceful spot to enjoy. In this small park, among the flowers and trees, you can also find the Takeshirō Matsuura Ezo Expedition Statue. Takeshirō Matsuura was a Japanese explorer, cartographer, writer, painter, priest, and antiquarian. Born in 1818 he was an important figure in the development of Hokkaido. He was instrumental in the naming of the island and many of its places and is often referred to as the “Godparent of Hokkaido”. This statue is in the center of the park and overlooks the city.

To get to the park, you need to pass over the the popular Nusamai Bridge. There is a path that winds its way up past the round about and up a flight of steps. The design of this path is really nice and has a distinct European feel to it. This gives the area a beautiful atmosphere. Once at the top, there are nice views. The sunset here is particularly nice. This park has play equipment for kids and benches to sit. For such a small park, this area is quite a nice spot to visit and is recommended in the late afternoon. 

Friendship Square

ふれあい広場
AdmissionFree
Opening Hours24 hours
Contact-
NotesSmall park area
Location /
Getting There
The square is located in central Kushiro. It is just off the main road, Kitadori 113, and right by the Nusamai Bridge. It is a 15 minute walk, south from Kushiro station.
1 Okawacho, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0837

釧路センチュリーキャッスルホテルFriendship Square can be found overlooking Kushiro River. Kushiro River starts from Lake Asshan and runs for 154 kilometers. It finally makes its way down to Kushiro. At the mouth of the river you can find Friendship Square. The square runs for about four hundred meters by the river. It lies between two of the bridges, one being the popular Nusamai Bridge. It can be accessed via a path that runs along the promenade. The square is directly in front the Kushiro Century Castle Hotel, which has views over the river. 

The whole area is a pleasant place to walk around and enjoy the river, and the harbor. This area is also famous for its nice views of the sunsets. The square has a nice view of Nusamai Bridge with the sunset. Along this promenade you can also find the Kobunkan (a small historical museum). Plus, on the other side of the river, there is the hugely popular Kushiro Fisherman’s Wharf MOO, which is a great shopping and dining area. Friendship Square is a quiet pleasant spot, good for a sit down, have some lunch and take in the calm. 

Kushiro Century Castle Hotel

釧路センチュリーキャッスルホテル
Cost per night¥10,000 - ¥28,000
Check-in 15:00
Check-out12:00
Contact0154-432-111
http://www.castlehotel.jp/
Yuuyoo Terrace Kushiro
Japanese, Mediterranean and Chinese
07:00 - 10:00 Breakfast
11:30 - 14:30 Lunch
* Chef's complimentary 'sika deer curry' available to order at front desk (limited servings)
Guest Lounge07:00 to 23:00 free drinks, PC & printer, newspapers, magazines & guidebooks
Wi-fiYes
ServicesAir conditioning, parking, 24 hour front desk, coin laundry service, bath salt bar, pillow selection available, no smoking in rooms (smoking area available), wedding chapel, party and banquet room, Mediterranean and Chinese restaurant, ocean views, no pets allowed,
ParkingFree parking
Notes4 star hotel, 48 rooms
Location The hotel is in central Kushiro. It is a 40 minute drive from Kushiro Airport, or a 5 minute drive from JR Kushiro Station (head / 5-minute walk from Kushiro's downtown area
13 Chome-1-14 Kitaodori, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0015

The Kushiro Century Castle Hotel was established in December 1987. It was designed by the late Kiko Mozuna, a Kushiro City local and a master of postmodernism architecture. The hotel is regarded as one of the first designer hotels in Japan. The hotel can be found along Kushiro River and has a unique appearance. It has views over the bay and has striking views of the famous Kushiro sunsets and Nusamai Bridge. If you are looking for a hotel with some style over the typical business hotels, then this is a great option. The price is very good for what i available. This hotel has a master suite which is beautifully designed. 

The design of the interior has a comfortable British feel. The hotel concentrates on the small touches which makes it a pleasant experience. For example, the keys use brass key plates, the guest lobby is well presented, and the chapel is nice for a wedding. The restaurant, Yuuyō Terrace focuses its cuisine on fresh vegetables and brown rice. Along with Japanese dishes, they have Mediterranean and Chinese to choose from. Yuuyō Terrace also has a restaurant in Sapporo. For those looking for a comfortable stay with a little extra class, this is a great hotel close by to many of the attractions in Kushiro. 

Kobunkan

港文館
Admission-
Opening Hours10: 00 - 17:00
Closed-
Contact011-5442-5584
NotesMuseum, historical site
Location /
Getting There
The museum is located by Kushiro River overlooking the harbor. It is a 15 minute walk, south from Kushiro station. By bus, take the 'Takuboku circulation line' and get off at the "Monument of the Little Boy" stop. 3 minutes on foot. From
Kushiro Station Bus Terminal, take bus 2, 3, 27, 28, or 30 and get off at "Jujigai". 5 minutes on foot. From the airport, take the airport bus (Akan bus) and get off at "MOO". From here, it's 7 minutes on foot.
2 Chome-1-12 Omachi, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0847

釧路フィッシャーマンズワーフMOOIn Kushiro, along the promenade that follows Kushiro River, you can find the Kobunkan. It is across the wide river from the Fisherman’s Wharf MOO. Kobunkan serves as a museum and as a historical spot. It is a restoration of the former Kushiro Shibun Newspaper Company. This office building was originally built in 1908. The small building is easily recognizable by its red brick facade, and gives the museum a certain rustic charm. Getting to the museum is relatively simple. From Kushiro train station, follow the main street down to Nusamai Bridge. Kobunkan is on the right after crossing the bridge.

The Kushiro Shinbun Newspaper was visited by the Japanese poet, Takuboku Ishikawa. He worked at the paper for 76 days, and it is here at the museum you can find many exhibits and rare documents relating to his work. The first floor of the museum is dedicated to the development of Kushiro. It holds maps of the planned port and a city map during the Meiji Era. Here there is also small cafe so you can enjoy a tea or coffee in nice surroundings. The second floor has the exhibits for the poet, Takuboku Ishikawa. There is also a statue of him outside by the museum. 

Kushiro Fisherman’s Wharf MOO

釧路フィッシャーマンズワーフMOO
Admission-
Opening Hours10: 00 - 19:00
Closed-
Contact0154-23-0600
NotesSeafood market, restaurant, souvenir shops, sightseeing spot
Location /
Getting There
The fishermans market is by the waters edge on Kushiro River. It is next to Nusamai Bridge. It is a 15 minute walk, south from Kushiro station.
2 Chome-4 Nishikicho, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0016

Developed in 1989, this wharf area, which goes by the local name of “MOO”, has shops, restaurants, a fitness club, an indoor garden and a pool. There are also stops for buses which depart to Lake Akan, Abashiri, Nemuro, Obihiro and Sapporo. The area is generally lively with locals and tourists alike enjoying the center. Also of interest nearby is the “EGG” which is an all year greenhouse designed to give people a chance to rest and relax and enjoy the sun even during the bitter Kushiro winter. The greenhouse is designed to reflect the shape of a giant yacht in fitting with its location near the wharf. 

The shopping centre is home to a dozen restaurants. These include ramen restaurants, a sweets store, a cafe, an ice-cream store, and a bakery to name a few. Here you can enjoy lunches and dinners throughout a busy day of shopping and sightseeing. While in Kushiro, this is a great place to drop into and do your shopping. You can fins some local delicacies and a tonne of seafood to purchase and take home. Great for a a gift or souvenir.