Road to Heaven
A straight road to the sky where the sun sets at the road's end only twice a year
A 28.1km straight road connecting National Route 244 to Route 334. A spectacular view where the straight road appears to continue to heaven.
The "Road to Heaven," selected as one of Hokkaido's 100 Moments of Emotion, is a 28.1km straight road connecting National Route 244 to Route 334. It was named because the endlessly continuing straight road appears to extend to heaven. The Shiretoko Mountains spreading across your entire field of vision, the Sea of Okhotsk shining below, and lush fields spreading on both sides. The exhilarating feeling of cutting through wind and 360-degree panoramic views liberate your mind.
Near the hilltop sits the "Nameless Observatory," offering panoramic views of the entire heavenly road and the Sea of Okhotsk. Only twice a year around the spring and autumn equinoxes, you can witness the miraculous moment when the sun sets along the road's extension. The constantly changing colors of the sky, the sun being absorbed into the horizon, and the band of light melting into the road ahead. The breath of Hokkaido's land felt in silence. That sight is a spectacular view that draws sighs.
- * Please note that the text shown on this page includes machine translations.
- Category
- With friends
- Guys' trip
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Mountain, ridge, plateau, marshland, canyon
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Picturesque spots
- Scenic routes
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒099-4122
- Address
- 北海道斜里郡斜里町峰浜
- Telephone Number
- 0152-22-2125（Shiretoko Shari-cho Tourist Association）
- Car Park
- 8 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 15 minutes from JR Shiretoko-Shari Station
●By car: About 90 minutes from Memanbetsu Airport - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
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