Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train

Experience the Charm of Kushiro Wetlands on a Leisurely Sightseeing Train

The sightseeing train "Norokko-go," which leisurely travels through the Kushiro Wetlands, operates between Kushiro Station and Toro Station (about 40-50 minutes). From the train windows, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the wetlands, the meandering Kushiro River, the Iwabokki Water Gate, and, if you're lucky, you might even spot some wildlife. The train makes stops at Kushiro Shitsugen Station, Hosooka Station, and other locations, allowing you to traverse the great outdoors at a relaxed pace. The train slows down at notable spots, and onboard announcements provide guided commentary, allowing you to fully appreciate the charm of the wetlands.

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Nearest airports
New Chitose Airport Sapporo Okadama Airport Hakodate Airport Okushiri Airport Asahikawa Airport Wakkanai Airport Rishiri Airport Okhotsk Monbetsu Airport Memanbetsu Airport Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport Tancho Kushiro Airport Tokachi Obihiro Airport

General Information

Postal code
〒085-0015 
Address
北海道釧路市北大通14-1
Telephone Number
011-222-7111(JR Hokkaido Telephone Information Center)
Open
Operation days and hours are subject to change (please check JR Hokkaido's official website and timetables).
Prices
Adult One-Way Fare / Example
Kushiro to Toro: ¥640
Kushiro to Kushiro Shitsugen: ¥440
Kushiro to Kawayu Onsen: ¥2,100 (only on June 7 and 28, 2025)
Children pay half price (fractions less than ¥10 are rounded down)
An additional ¥840 is required for reserved seats (all seats in the observation car are reserved)
Car Park
None
Directions
From/to JR Kushiro Station
Website

Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko Train

Remarks
The "Yokubari Norokko-go" train, which stops for about an hour at Kushiro Shitsugen Station, operates only from August 13 to 16!

During these four special days, you can visit the Hosooka Observatory and the Visitors Lounge. The stop occurs during the downward journey towards Kushiro Station.

Tickets for the Kushiro Shitsugen Norokko-go train and reserved seat tickets can be purchased at major JR stations nationwide (Midori no Madoguchi) or reserved through "Ekinet." On Ekinet, you can also reserve "ticketless reserved seat tickets" (a separate paper ticket is required).

* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

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