Oumu Town, nestled between the Sea of ​​Okhotsk and Mount Piyashiri, where the northernmost wetlands remain, is a place blessed with abundant nature. Fishing and dairy farming are thriving industries, and the town is particularly known for its seafood, with many exquisite products such as hairy crab and scallops gaining brand recognition.

Why not enjoy nature in Oumu Town, where much of the natural environment remains untouched?

We'll introduce recommended spots and events in Oumu Town that you should definitely visit, including gourmet food and places you should definitely stop by!

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Looks like a scallop!? The observation deck at Michi-no-Eki Oumu is a distinctive feature.
The contrast between the sun and the sea is beautiful at Hinode Cape and Hinode Cape Campsite
Oumu Town, where much of the natural environment remains untouched.
Enjoy delicious gourmet food. Oumu Town is rich in delicious ingredients.
Oumu Town is a town full of exciting events.
If you come here, you should definitely stay at Hotel Hinode Misaki.
Oumu Town is located right in the middle of the Okhotsk Line, a charming town where you can experience the blessings of nature with your skin and taste buds.

Image provided by: Oumu Town Tourism Association

As you drive along National Route 238, you'll see a tower with a unique shape. This tower, which is also a symbol of Oumu Town, is designed with an airship as its motif.

Climbing to the observation deck at the top, you'll find a spacious Sky Cabin. From here, you can enjoy views of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, which displays different expressions throughout the seasons.

Inside the roadside station, you'll find a wide variety of local specialties, including "Dattan soba" (buckwheat noodles made with Tartary buckwheat flour). Also, right next to the roadside station is "Dezuka Foods," which sells high-quality kamaboko (fish cakes).

With such a wide variety of kamaboko (fish cakes), it's hard to choose just one! Their perfect size makes them ideal for a light snack and a great travel companion.

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Cape Hinode, which juts out into the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, is said to derive its name from the Ainu word "shi-notetu" (large cape). It is famous as a spot where you can watch and photograph beautiful sunrises.

At the cape, there is a glass-enclosed observation deck called La Luna, where you can comfortably enjoy the scenery even in windy Oumu town.

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At the nearby campsite, you can enjoy fishing and other outdoor activities in the summer, allowing you to fully enjoy the outdoors.

We recommend the bungalows, which feature a distinctive colorful exterior. Because the entrance faces the sea, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Okhotsk Sea every time you open the door.

Image provided by: Oumu Town Tourism Association

Oumu Town has many spots where unspoiled nature remains.

Japan boasts several places worthy of being called hidden gems, such as the Piyashiri Marsh, the northernmost high-altitude wetland, as well as the Kanmon Falls and Shoryu Falls, but these are now difficult to access.

In the past, tours to the Piyashiri wetlands have been held here, and there are many attractive places for those who love remote and secluded areas.

Because it's a bear habitat, it's not a place you can easily visit, but if you're interested, you should gather information from the tourist association or other sources.

Image provided by: Oumu Town Tourism Association

Oumu Town is a town where fishing and dairy farming thrive. In particular, it is famous for its hairy crabs. Hairy crabs raised in the Sea of ​​Okhotsk are plump and full of meat. Every year in late April, the "Hairy Crab Festival" is held, attracting many people from all over Hokkaido.

The rare salmon is famous as a gift. Among them, "Yuho" is a brand of salmon that is only given to wild salmon that weigh over 3 kg and possesses exceptional beauty. In addition, the town is home to many other delicious foods, such as scallops and buckwheat.

Besides its many recommended spots, Oumu Town is also a town that hosts exciting events. One of them is the "International Okhotsk Cycling" event. Held every summer, the full course is an astonishing 212km long.

Starting in Oumu Town and continuing to Shari Town, this course offers exhilarating views of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk! Various Okhotsk tourist spots serve as rest stops and checkpoints.

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In addition, the "Oumu Town Photo Contest" is a photo contest featuring photographs taken with Oumu Town as the motif. The grand prize is a whopping 10 yen (2018), and because of this substantial prize money, it receives many entries every year.

Any type of camera is acceptable, and the period runs from New Year's Day through autumn, so taking photos of stunning scenery while traveling and submitting them right away would make for a great memory.

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Located just a few minutes' walk from Cape Hinode, Hotel Hinode Misaki is a rare hotel along the Okhotsk Sea coast that boasts stunning oceanfront views from every room. Because it's right next to Cape Hinode, you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise, when the sky turns a brilliant red, from the hotel's observation room.

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In winter, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery created by the Okhotsk Blue and drift ice, and you can enjoy the scenery regardless of the season. The Hinode Misaki Onsen hot spring is a sodium chloride strong saline spring, which keeps you warm for a long time after bathing, and day trips to the hot springs are also possible.

At the restaurant on the first floor, you can enjoy gourmet dishes made with seafood specially produced in Oumu Town, allowing you to fully experience the charm of Oumu Town with your eyes, skin, and taste buds.

【Detailed information】
Hotel Hinode Misaki
Zip code:098-1703
346-3 Sawaki, Oumu-cho, Monbetsu-gun, Hokkaido
TEL. 0158-85-2626
FAX. 0158-85-2020
URL:　http://hinodemisaki.com/

Image provided by: Oumu Town Tourism Association

Oumu Town is simply a wonderful town with beautiful scenery. Along the coast, where cattle graze, you can see rare shots of the Sea of ​​Okhotsk and cows.

At Hinode Misaki Onsen, you can enjoy high-quality hot springs, delicious food, and stunning scenery. It's highly recommended for families and couples who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and relax.

Why not come to Oumu Town and fully enjoy nature to your heart's content?

~Tourism information for Omu Town~
Oumu Town Tourism Association
http://welcome-oumu.hokkaido.jp/

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