Kaiyo-dai Observatory
Where the Horizon Curves: Hokkaido’s Endless Panorama
Kaiyo-dai Observatory offers a stunning 330-degree panoramic view of eastern Hokkaido. From here, you can see the grid-pattern windbreak forests, a designated Hokkaido Heritage site, and the gently curving horizon stretching endlessly into the distance.
Standing on this 270-meter-high hill, visitors are greeted by an uninterrupted panorama of Hokkaido’s pioneering landscape. Below lies the vast “grid windbreak forest,” a checkerboard of green lines carved into the land, with each square extending about three kilometers. Beyond it, the sky and earth blend into a soft curve. On clear days, the view creates a remarkable sense of the Earth’s roundness.
A refreshing breeze sweeps across the observatory, carrying the scent of grasslands. Cattle graze in the distance, while straight country roads extend toward the horizon. The scenery captures both the tranquility and quiet strength of Hokkaido’s northern wilderness.
After enjoying the view, visit the café inside the observatory for the “Shiawase no Hachimitsu Soft.” Made with rich Nakashibetsu milk and topped with fragrant local honey, its creamy flavor and gentle sweetness provide the perfect ending to your journey.
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- Category
- With friends
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- Solo trip
- Guys' trip
- Girls' trip
- Couple
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- Markets, morning markets, farm-fresh produce
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Towers, observatories
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒086-1273
- Address
- 北海道標津郡中標津町俣落2256-17
- Telephone Number
- 0153-77-9733（Nakashibetsu Tourism Association）
- Open
Observatory 10:00-17:00 (from 16:00 in October)
Café Kaiyodai 11:00-17:00 (October until 16:00)- Closed
- Every Tuesday (except holidays)
- Car Park
- 50 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 20 minutes from Nemuro Nakashibetsu Airport
- Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
