| Cost per night | ¥10,000 - ¥28,000 |
| Check-in | 15:00 |
| Check-out | 12:00 |
| Contact | 0154-432-111 |
| 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 Lounge | 07:00 to 23:00 free drinks, PC & printer, newspapers, magazines & guidebooks |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Services | Air 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, |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Notes | 4 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.
| Admission | - |
| Opening Hours | 10: 00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-5442-5584 |
| Notes | Museum, 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 |
In 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.
| Admission | - |
| Opening Hours | 10: 00 - 19:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0154-23-0600 |
| Notes | Seafood 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.
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | 24 hours |
| Contact | 015-431-1993 |
| Notes | Sightseeing spot |
| Location / Getting There | The bridge is located in central Kushiro. It is along the main road, Kitadori 113. It is a 15 minute walk, south from Kushiro station. Kitaodori, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0015 |
Located not far from Fisherman’s Wharf (MOO), the Nusamai Bridge measures 124 m in length and was completed in 1976. The current bridge is the fifth after others were destroyed by floods or replaced due to age. The bridge has sculptures representing the four seasons adorning its handrails along the way and is considered one of the most beautiful bridges in Hokkaido. It spans across the lower section of Kushiro River which flows into the North Pacific Ocean. It is one of the three major bridges in Hokkaido, along with Toyohira Bridge in Sapporo and Asahibashi in Asahikawa.
The sculptures were produced by well known Japanese artists Shin Hongo and Churyo Sato. It is also lit by old style lamps which gives the bridge a romantic European feel at night. The bridge is particularly popular at sunrise and sunset when the lighting and mist combine to create the most romantic feel. At this time, the bridge makes fro a perfect spot to get some great photos. The bridge being by the waterfront makes for a nice area to include as a jogging spot, for those keeping fit.
| Cost per night | ¥5,000 single rooms ¥11,000 double rooms |
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Contact | 0154-22-0109 https://breezbay-group.com/hch-kushiro/ |
| Japanese / Western Restaurant | 06: 30-9: 30 (Last entry 9:15) Buffet breakfast 18: 00-21: 00 (Last order 20: 30) *Closed Sundays & Mondays |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Services | Air conditioning, breakfast buffet, parking, 24 hour front desk, laundry service, no pool or gym, pets allowed, coffee service, massage chair, rental items available |
| Onsen on B1 floor | 06:00 - 09:00 16: 00 - 01:00 |
| Parking | ¥500 8 indoor spaces, 33 outdoor spaces, |
| Notes | 3 star hotel, business hotel |
| Location | The hotel is a 1 minute walk from JR Kushiro Station, and is located across from the station. From Kushiro airport take the shuttle bus to Kushiro station. 13 Chome-1-14 Kitaodori, Kushiro, Hokkaido 085-0015 |
Hotel Crown Hills Kushiro is a business hotel located very conveniently across from Kushiro train station. This three star hotel is your typical hotel, and although it is not luxurious, it has everything you need (especially if you are traveling on a budget). The rooms are small but clean. Importantly, they have air conditioning plus free wifi in all the rooms. There is a restaurant on the top floor with views of Mt. Oakan, Mt. Meakan, and the Pacific Ocean. Here you can get a nice Western or Japanese dinner and all for ¥1000. The hotel also serves a buffet breakfast.
| Opening Hours | Depends on location Generally from 9:00 - 21:00 |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | https://www.cando-web.co.jp/ |
| Notes | Cheap shopping store, basic goods |
| Getting There | There are multiple locations throughout Hokkaido. There are stores in every main city around Hokkaido |
Can Do is a large chain of stores throughout Japan. It is one of the two main ¥100 store companies in Japan. In Hokkaido they have around seventy five in all the main cities. Their goal being to become a world wide brand. You can easily recognize the store by its large orange star. Their stores are well laid out and bright with easy to find items on the shelves. With most items being at ¥100 you can find most of your daily household goods at Can Do. These stores are very popular due how cheap everything is here. Most of the stores are part of main shopping centres or around some supermarkets.
To find a Can Do closest to you, simply visit their website and check on locations. You can find the list of stores here. The items available at Can Do include Japanese traditional items (which make for a nice little souvenir to take home), kitchen goods, stationary and office supplies, bath and restroom articles, cleaning and washing items, health and beauty goods, clothing and bags, home goods, electronics, and food. Anything that you are looking for really.
