Lake Saroma Observation Deck

A stunning 360-degree panorama over Japan's third-largest lake

Perched 376 meters above sea level near the heart of Lake Saroma’s shoreline, this observation deck offers a unique vantage point where you can witness the lake, the sea, and a sprawling sandbar all at once.


As you step onto the summit, a magnificent panorama unfolds, embracing the entire lake beneath you. Stretching across the horizon is the "Ryugu Kaido," a narrow 20-kilometer sandbar that separates the calm, shimmering waters of Lake Saroma from the deep blue of the Sea of Okhotsk. This striking contrast of colors creates a landscape unlike any other in the world.


The refreshing breeze carries a hint of salt from the sea, while the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant murmur of waves melt into the peaceful silence. On clear days, the distant peaks of the Shiretoko Mountains emerge on the horizon, adding to the grandeur of the scene. The sunlight dancing on the water and the vast, open sky offer a luxurious moment of serenity that truly defines the natural beauty of Hokkaido.

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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
〒093-0421 
Address
北海道常呂郡佐呂間町浪速
Telephone Number
01587-2-1200(Saroma Town)
Closed
Late Nov. - late Apr. (depending on snow conditions)
Car Park
20 spaces, free
Directions
●By car: About 60 minutes from JR Engaru Station
●By car: About 80 minutes from Memanbetsu Airport
Website

Official site (Japanese)

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

This attraction on sample itineraries

[Memanbetsu Airport IN → Asahikawa Airport OUT / 2 Nights 3 Days] Lake Saroma, Lake Notoro, Mountain Aquarium, and Asahiyama Zoo... A Rental Car Trip to Efficiently Visit Popular Spots
[Memanbetsu Airport IN → Asahikawa Airport OUT / 2 Nights 3 Days] Lake Saroma, Lake Notoro, Mountain Aquarium, and Asahiyama Zoo... A Rental Car Trip to Efficiently Visit Popular Spots
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