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Transportation Network
Stand Destination/Systematic name Direction Major tourist attractionsyou can visit on this bus.
To Kotaniishi ● Cape Yagoshi
● Matsumae Castle● Matsumae Park
● Kaminokuni National Hot Springs Retreat Center (Yunotai Hot Springs)● Kaiyomaru Memorial Museum● Esashi Oiwake Hall/Esashi Float Hall
● Trappist Monastery● Goryokaku Park● Goryokaku Tower
To Matsumae
To Esashi
To Hakodate
【First bus 】
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2
3
4
5
Platform Guide for Trains, Taxis and Buses※Platforms are subject to change at the last minute.
Shinkansen South Hokkaido RailwayTo Goryokaku and Hakodate 4
To Goryokaku and Hakodate 5
Taxi Taxi stand is located at the South Exit.
Roadside Station [Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai]
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234
5
11
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South Exit
North Exit
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◀To Shin-Aomori To Shin Hakodate-Hokuto▶
Map of the station and premises
Access from Kikonai Station
《 To Tokyo 》Shin-Aomori Station
Morioka Station
Sendai Station
Tokyo Station
Shinkansen Approx. 50 min
Shinkansen Approx. 2 hr and 30 min
Shinkansen Approx. 1 hr and 45 min
Shinkansen Approx. 4 hr
《 To Matsumae・Esashi 》
Approx. 25 minBus: Hakodate - Esashi Line
Assabu
Bus Esashi - Kikonai Line
2
Approx. 1 hr and 40 min
Esashi
Heart Land Ferry
Esashi Okushiri
Bus Esashi - Kikonai Line
2
Approx. 2 hr and 10 minApprox. 1 hr and 40 min
Shiriuchi Approx. 20 min
Bus● Kikonai ‒ Kotaniishi Line● Kikonai - Matsumae Line(Rapid Matsumae )
1
Approx. 55 minMatsumaeFukushima
Bus: Rapid Matsumae Kikonai - Matsumae Line
1
Approx. 25 minBus Hiyama Coast Line
OtobeEsashi
Bus Esashi - Kikonai Line
2
Approx. 1 hr and 40 min
Approx. 1 hr and 10 min
Esashi Kaminokuni
Approx. 30 min
Approx. 35 min
Bus Esashi - Kikonai Line
2
Bus
Taxi stand
Shinkansen
South Hokkaido Railway
To Shin-Aomori 11
To Shin Hakodate-Hokuto
Platform
Platform
Platform
Platform12
Kikonai ‒ Kotaniishi Line
Kikonai - Matsumae Line
Esashi - Kikonai Line
Hakodate Station Bus Center
Rapid Matsumae
Rapid Matsumae
This bus stop is exclusivelyfor drop-offs.
This bus stop is exclusivelyfor sightseeing buses.
Bus
KikonaiStation
※Platform - is exclusively for cargo trains. 1 3
Approx. 5 min
Hakodate Station Goryokaku Station
South Hokkaido RailwayApprox. 55 min
Approx. 1 hr and 30 minHakodate
Bus: Rapid Matsumae(Hakodate Station Bus Center Bound)
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《 To Hakodate 》
Esashi Esashi
Kikonai Kikonai
Otobe
AssabuAssabu
Mori
Hakodate Hokuto
Shikabe
Nanae
Hakodate Station
Goryokaku Station
Onuma-Koen Station
Mori Station
FukushimaFukushima
Shiriuchi Shiriuchi
Kaminokuni
Matsumae
Kikonai Station
Shin Hakodate-HokutoStation
Onuma-Koen IC
Hokkaido Shinkansen
South Hokkaido Railway
JR Hakodate Main Line
Onuma Quasi-National Park
Hokuto-Moheji IC
Hakodate ICAkagawa IC
Nanae-Fujishiro IC
OkushiriTown Hall
Okushiri
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2
Heart Land Ferry Terminal
Okushiri Airport
Mt. Kamui Okushiri Port
Ferry Route
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Mt. Katsuma39
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Okushiri YunohamaHot Springs Hotel
Midorikan
Kikuchi Inn Osuda Inn
38Okamoto Inn
Okushiri Tsunami Museum
Okushiri Winery
Wi-Fi WCCARD
WCCARD Kitaoimisaki-Koen stop
Okushiri Tsunami Museum stop
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Heart Land Ferry Terminal Esashi Port
Matsumae Bay
Hakodate Bay
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5
Enkatsura Enkatsura
Otobe Hot Springs Ikoi-no-Yu
27Kawanami
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Handmade SobaNagomi
Maei DinerAssabu Confectionery KURAYA
Sapporo Shusei Co., Ltd. Assabu Factory
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Kaminokuni National Hot Springs
Retreat Center (Yunotai Hot Springs)
Gennadai Marine Park [Sea Pool]
Former Sasanami Residence
Rinmaru and Cape Saraki
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11KaiyomaruMemorial Museum
Wi-Fi WC
Antenna Shop Puratto Esashi (Inside Esashi Marina Kaiyomaru)
Wi-Fi WCCARD
4041Yuri Monaka Honpo
Fukido
Taian MaruFisherman's Market
31 Sobazo Yamagen 32 Yokoyama Residence 34 Gokatteya Honpo35 Satsukigura Tea Room
Matsumae CastleMatsumae Park
FukushimaSeikan Tunnel Memorial Museum
Katsuyama Hall Remains
Hakodate Airport
Mt. Hakodate
Mt. Daisengendake
Cape Yagoshi
Trappist Monastery
Mt. Komagatake
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25 Higashide Liquor Store
26 Donan de'sOcuda Spirits
Roadside Station [Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai] Wi-Fi WCATMCARD
Roadside Station [Kaminokuni Monju] Wi-Fi WC
Roadside Station[Shiriuchi]Shinkansen Observation Tower
Wi-Fi WC
9 Roadside Station [Kitamaebune Matsumae]
30 Kitamae Diner WC
WC
Esashi Oiwake Hall/Esashi Float Hall
Wi-Fi WCRoadside Station [Assabu]
WC¥$Wi-Fi
Oyster and Pizza House Shiriuchi Banya
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WCCARD
Shiriuchi Hot Springs Yutopia Warakuen Wi-Fi WC
Yoshioka Hot Springs Yutoragi-kan
Chiroppu-kan
WC
WC
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Ginkonyu
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Shiriuchi Town Hall
Kikonai Town Hall
Matsumae Town hall
FukushimaTown Hall
Wi-Fi WCATM¥$CARD
Roadside Station [Yokozuna-no-Sato Fukushima]
Yokozuna Chiyonoyama and Chiyonofuji Memorial Museum
Kaminokuni Town Hall
Esashi Town Hall
Assabu Town Hall
Otobe Town Hall
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Assabu Municipal Museum WC
Assabu Multipurpose Exchange Park Golf Course WC
Matsumae Clan Residence
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi WC
WC
28Sengen Soba
16 Daikyu Yoshida Store
Wi-Fi
Credit Cards
Money Exchange
Luggage Room/Coin Lockers
ATM(Convenience stores/Shinkin banks/post office)
Restroom
Bus stop
Roadside Station Rental Car
Town Hall
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Kikonai Ekimae stop
Fukushima stop
Shirafu stop
Matsushiro stop
Harauta stop
Otobe stop
Chomin-Kaikan stop
Reku-no-Mori stopAssabu stop
Kaminokuni
Kaminokuni Ekimae stop
Nakauta-cho stop
KaiyomaruMemorialMuseum Stop
UbagamiFerry Stop
Seikan TunnelMemorial Museum
stop
Kotaniishistop
Gennadai stop
Yunotai stop
Yunosato OnsenIriguchi stop
Daisenji-mae stop
ChominCenter-Mae stop
Yoshioka stop
ShiriuchiEkimae stop
Karatsu
Matsumae9
Kikonai
Tourism Concierge on Site The Tourist Information Center has a tourism concierge, where visitors can get get in depth-sightseeing tips on the 9 localities of southern Hokkaido. The staff here is looking forward to assisting to your every travel need.
Find great products from all 9 localities! Besides the wonderful local products from all nine localities in southern Hokkaido you can find here, you will also find signature souvenirs of Hokkaido and the Seikan Tunnel area, that make shopping exciting.
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Kaminokuni 6
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Fukushima13
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Shiriuchi
Shinkansen Observation TowerThe Shinkansen Observation Tower located next to the roadside station, is 14 meters high, with an observation deck on the 2F and roof, so visitors can see not only the Shinkansen(bullet train) up close, but can also get a view of the entrance to the Seikan Tunnel as well as the three-rail track system.
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Otobe
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Okushiri 1
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Esashi 10
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Assabu20
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Okushiri Winery
● Okushiri-cho Aza Yunohama 300, Okushiri-Gun, Hokkaido● TEL.01397-3-1414● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Open daily [late Apr - late Oct] Closed sundays [early Nov - mid Apr]
Bus stops nearby /7-minute walk from Kitaoimisaki-Koen stop
The only winery in the nation on an island that does everything from growing the grapes to fermentation. Grapes that have been kissed by the salty sea air are full of rich minerals, and an aroma with hints of the sea.
Kaiyo maru Mem orial Museum
● Aza Ubagami-cho 1-10 Esashi-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-52-5522 ● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Open daily [Apr - Oct], closed [Nov – Mar] Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday) , and Dec 31 - Jan 5
Bus stops nearby /2-minute walk from Kaiyomaru Memorial Museum stop
The remains of the Bakufu battleship "Kaiyomaru," which sank over 100 years ago, are preserved and on display for the public. Inside the ship, visitors can learn about the history surrounding the battleship, and view the hands-on exhibits.
Esashi Oiwake Hall/Esashi Float Hall
● Aza Nakauta-cho 193-3 Esashi-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-52-0920 ● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Open daily [Apr - Oct], closed [Nov – Mar] Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday)
Bus stops nearby /1-minute walk from Nakauta-cho stop
The museum preserves the Esashi Oiwake folk song, which was passed on from Echigo(present day Niigata). Everyday between the end of April and October, a live performance of the Esashi Oiwake and local Hokkaido folk songs are held.
Roadside Station [Yokozuna-no-Sato Fukushima]
● Fukushima 143-1 Fukushima-cho, Matsumae-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-47-4072 ● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday) ※Open every day beginning April, 2017.
Bus stops nearby /1-minute walk from Fukushima stop
Built in connection with the road station, is the Yokozuna Chiyonofuji and Chiyonoyama Memorial Museum. Be sure to check out dried cuttlefish, the largest production in Japan, Wolf Mochi, and the newest product on the market; black rice.
Yoshioka Hot Springs Yutoragi-kan
● Aza Yoshioka 303 Fukushima-cho, Matsumae-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-48-5955 ● Hours/10:30 - 21:30 ● Closed days/Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday)
Bus stops nearby /10-minute walk from Yoshioka stop
Yutoragi is derived from the words "yutori," meaning space or room, and "yasuragi," which means peace. There are 8 types of Kurhaus (spa houses) to choose from. The most popular bath here is the outdoor bath, surrounded by cedar and cypress trees.
Chiroppu-kan
● Aza Shirafu 442 Fukushima-cho, Matsumae-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-47-4343 ● Hours/About 10:00 - 16:00 ● Closed days/Tuesdays and Fridays
Bus stops nearby /5-minute walk from Shirafu stop
A renovated old school, now the home to numerous antiques and retro items collected by the owner, is truly a "treasure box" for adults.
Daikyu Yoshida Store
● Aza Mitake 8-9 Fukushima-cho, Matsumae-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-47-2108● Hours/8:00 - 18:00● Closed days/Irregular
Bus stops nearby /2-minute walk from Seikan Tunnel Memorial Museum stop
Yoshida Store sells dried delicacies made from fresh seafood and other products. The most popular item is the atka mackerel dried and cured in rice bran, and smoked trout! Ten, the store's mascot cat is waiting to welcome guests.
Roadside Station [Shiriuchi]
● Aza Yunosato 48 -13 Shiriuchi-cho, Kamiiso-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.01392-6-2270● Hours/Apr - Nov 8:00 - 18:00, Dec - Mar 9:00 - 17:00● Closed days/Open daily [Apr - Nov], closed [Dec – Mar] Tuesdays (the following day if it is a national holiday) , and Dec 31 - Jan 3
Bus stops nearby /1-minute walk from Shiriuchi Ekimae stop
Sells mainly processed seafood, and fresh local produce such as shiitake mushrooms, and Chinese chives. The diner serves delicious meals made with local produce. The oldest hole-shaped grave in Japan was found, and later was recognized as a National Important Cultural Asset.
Roadside Station [Assabu]
● Midori-cho 72-1 Assabu-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-64-3738● Hours/May - Oct 8:30 - 18:00, Nov - Apr 9:00 - 17:00● Closed days/Closed during New Year's holiday (Dec 30 - Jan 5)
Bus stops nearby /2-minute walk from Reku-no-Mori stop
Purchase may queen potatoes and award-winning potato croquettes! The asunaro cypress used to build the facility provides a sweet and refreshing aroma.
Roadside Station [Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai]
● Aza Honcho 338-14 Kikonai-cho, Kamiiso-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.01392-2-3161 ● Hours/9:00 - 18:00● Closed days/New Year's holiday (Dec 31 - Jan 2)
Bus stops nearby /1-minute walk from Kikonai Ekimae stop
Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai acts as a hub for tourism to the area, and encompasses the Hokkaido Shinkansen Kikonai Station. It is located right in front of both the Hokkaido Shinkansen and South Hokkaido Railway stations, providing access to Matsumae and Esashi, or Hakodate on the local bus system.
Shiriuchi Hot Springs Yutopia Warakuen
● Yunosato 284 Shiriuchi-cho, Kamiiso-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.01392-6-2341● Hours/7:00 - 21:00 ● Closed days/Open throughout the year
Bus stops nearby /15-minute walk from Yunosato Onsen Iriguchi stop
Nestled deep in the mountain woods, stands the 800 year old hot spring, the oldest hot springs, in Hokkaido. Visitors can enjoy 5 different types of baths, all of which use only uncirculated 100% natural spring water.
Oyster and Pizza House Shiriuchi Banya
● Aza Shigeuchi 10-15 Shiriuchi-cho, Kamiiso-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.01392-6-7511● Hours/11:00 - 20:00 ● Closed days/Open throughout the year
Bus stops nearby /3-minute walk from Chomin Center-Mae stop
Shiriuchi oysters that grow up in the Tsugaru Strait are firm from being tossed around by the waves. They are succulent and delicious whether eaten raw, grilled, steamed or prepared any other way.
Assabu Municipal Museum
● Shinmachi 234-1 Assabu-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-64-3436● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Mondays and holidays, and between Dec 31 - Jan 5
Bus stops nearby /7-minute walk from Assabu stop
Various historical artifacts pertaining to lifestyles at the end of the Edo period, replicas of castles, as well as archeological remains, such as rock caves and other caves, which tell the story of lifestyles of ancient days, can be viewed here.
Assabu Multipurpose Exchange Park Golf Course
● Shinmachi 120 Banchi Assabu-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-64-3318 ● Hours/9:00 - 21:00 ● Closed days/1st, 3rd Monday (the following day if it is a national holiday)
Bus stops nearby /7-minute walk from Assabu stop
18 hole course 770 meters long, is spread across the expanse of the premises of this golf course, which also acts as a gathering place for locals to socialize. (Closed between mid Nov -mid Apr )
Kanrin Maru and Cape Saraki
● Aza Kamegawa Kikonai-cho, Kamiiso-Gun, Hokkaido Bus stops nearby /10-minute walk from Daisenji-mae stop
The resting place of Kanrin Maru, the first Japanese ship built at the end of the Edo period, to sail across the Pacific Ocean. In May, the ship is decorated with approximately 50,000 colorful tulip lights that illuminate the ship.
Antenna Shop Puratto Esashi
● Aza Ubagami-cho 1-10 Esashi-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-52-1377 ● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 (winter hours 10:00 - 16:00)● Closed days/Open daily [Apr - Oct], closed [Nov – Mar] Mondays , the day after holidays
Bus stops nearby /2-minute walk from Kaiyomaru Memorial Museum stop
Located next to the Kaiyomaru Museum, a symbol of Esashi. Here you will find all kinds of souvenirs typical of Esashi, such as local produce, processed foods and more.
Enkatsura
● Tomioka National Forest Otobe-cho, Nishi-Gun, Hokkaido
Two large trees said to be over 500 years old. These trees, called the "Tree of Marriage," due to the intertwined branches, serve as an auspicious omen for relationships; it is thought that if you touch the tree, you will be blessed with a good relationship.
Okushiri Tsunami Museum
● Okushiri-cho Aza Aonae 36, Okushiri-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.01397-3-1811● Hours/9:00 - 17:00 ● Closed days/Open daily [between mid Apr - mid Nov]
Bus stops nearby /3-minute walk from Okushiri Tsunami Museum stop
The facility serves as a memorial and learning center to remember the tragedy and lessons learned from the tsunami that swept the area after the earthquake that hit Southwest Hokkaido, and to express gratitude toward the support that was given at the time. The museum also exhibits jade and other remains which were excavated from the dig sites on the island.
Otobe Hot Springs Ikoi-no-Yu
● Otobe-cho Aza Tateura 527-2, Nishi-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-62-3264● Hours/11:00 - 21:00 ● Closed days/Mondays
Bus stops nearby /10-minute walk from Chomin-Kaikan stop
Day bathing hot springs facility where you can enjoy 100% natural spring water. The interior of the facility is decorated with art figures and scenic paintings.
Kaminokuni National Hot Springs Retreat Center (Yunotai Hot Springs)
● Aza Yunotai 517-5 Kaminokuni-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-56-3147● Hours/10:00 - 21:00 (open until 20:00 between Nov 1 - Apr 30)● Closed days/Every 3rd Monday, and Dec 31 - Jan 2
Bus stops nearby /10-minute walk from Yunotai stop
Natural uncirculated carbonated spring. The temperature is kept at a moderate degree so you can soak at leisure. Rich iron and minerals help to soothe neuralgia and muscle pain!
Gennadai Marine Park [Sea Pool]
● Aza Genna Otobe-cho, Nishi-Gun, Hokkaido● Open daily [July 22 - Aug 20]
Bus stops nearby /5-minute walk from Gennadai stop
Large nature park with playground. The entire facility,which serves as a breakwater, gards the [Sea Pool]from large waves, making this a safe place for beach-goers to enjoy swimming.
Roadside Station [Kaminokuni Monju]
● Aza Harauta 3 Banchi Kaminokuni-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido● TEL.0139-55-3955● Hours/9:00 - 19:30 (restaurant open 11:00 - 19:30) ※Hours are subject to change depending on the season. ● Closed days/Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday) , and Dec 31 - Jan 5
Bus stops nearby /3-minute walk from Harauta stop
Locally famous processed seafood, fruit pork, and products made from natural black silica found in the area, are sold here. The facility also houses a restaurant with a sweeping view of the Japan Sea.
Former Sasanami Residence
● Aza Kaminokuni 236 Kaminokuni-cho, Hiyama-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-55-1165● Hours/10:00 - 16:00 ● Closed days/Mondays (the following day if it is a national holiday), the day after holidays, between the 2nd Monday in Nov - 4th Friday in Apr.
Bus stops nearby /2-minute walk from Kaminokuni stop
One of the former families who made their living by fishing for herring. The house, one of the oldest surviving buildings in Hokkaido, is a registered National Important Cultural Asset.
Roadside Station [Kitamaebune Matsumae]
● Aza Karatsu 379 Banchi Matsumae-cho, Matsumae-Gun, Hokkaido ● TEL.0139-46-2211● Hours/Apr - Oct: 9:00 - 18:00, Nov - Mar: 9:00 - 17:00● Closed days/every Monday between Oct - Mar (New Year's holiday)
Bus stops nearby /1-minute walk from Karatsu stop
Enjoy a meal at the [Kitamae Diner], where you can enjoy delicious local produce, or the popular souvenir corner where you can purchase seasonal items! A majestic view of the Tsugaru Straits can be seen from the large windows.
(Inside Esashi Marina Kaiyo maru)
Esashi
Kikonai
Otobe
Assabu
Fukushima
ShiriuchiKaminokuni
Matsumae
Okushiri Approx.
61.0km /130 min
Esashi - Okushiri
Accessamong the 9
localities
Kikonai - ShiriuchiApprox.
9.5km /13 min
Matsumae - KaminokuniApprox.
56.1km /59 min
Esashi - OtobeApprox.
12.9km /18 min
Kaminokuni - EsashiApprox.
8.4km /13 min
Otobe - Assabu Approx.
12.0 km/16 min
Assabu - HakodateApprox.
59.0km /77 min
Fukushima - MatsumaeApprox.
21.6km /29 min
Shiriuchi - FukushimaApprox.
25.2km /27 min
Kaminokuni - KikonaiApprox.
42.0km /50 min Kikonai・Shiriuchi・Fukushima・MatsumaeKaminokuni・Esashi・Okushiri・Otobe・Assabu
Shinkansen Association for Promoting the Practical Use of Kikonai Station
Sightseeing Mapfor Nine Localities
in the West of Southern Hokkaido