White Path (Shiroi Michi)
A White Trail Paved with Crushed Scallop Shells Across the Soya Hills
Located in the Soya Hills of northern Wakkanai, the White Path (Shiroi Michi) is a trail about 3 kilometers long, paved with crushed scallop shells. It offers views of the surrounding hills and sea.
The White Path is a tourist route in the Soya Hills of Wakkanai City. Crushed scallop shells from the local fishing industry cover the trail surface, forming a white path through the rolling hills. The white surface contrasts with the green pastures and blue sea, giving the route its distinctive appearance.
Visitors may hear crushed shells crunch underfoot as they walk along the route. The trail passes through the characteristic periglacial landforms of the Soya Hills and offers views of surrounding pastureland and the coast.
On days with good visibility, Mt. Rishiri and Sakhalin may be visible across the sea. Wind turbines scattered throughout the Soya Hills also form part of the landscape.
The route forms part of the Soya Hills Course of the Wakkanai Footpath and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. Visitors should follow local rules and avoid entering pastureland.
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- Category
- With friends
- Solo trip
- Guys' trip
- Girls' trip
- Couple
- Family
- Travel style
- Sea, coast, cape, peninsula, island
- Red leaves, scenic spots, observation platforms
- Natural scenery, spectacular views
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Adventure Travel
- Picturesque spots
- Scenic routes
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒098-6755
- Address
- 北海道稚内市大字宗谷村字宗谷
- Telephone Number
- 0162-23-6468（Wakkanai City Department of Construction and Industry, Tourism and Exchange Division）
- Closed
- Mid November to late April (Closed in winter)
- Directions
- ●By car: About 10 minutes from Cape Soya
●By car: About 30 minutes from Wakkanai Airport
●By car: About 60 minutes from JR Wakkanai Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
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