Rishiri Island is part of Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park at the most northern tip of Hokkaido. It can best be described as a floating or emerging volcano in the middle of the Sea of Japan. In fact, it resembles Mt. Fuji, therefore the nickname Rishiri-Fuji, with the difference that it is surrounded by water. The winter is extremely quiet here; in spring and summer however, as soon as the snow melts, Rishiri Island is a paradise for nature lovers: Remote, unique and utterly beautiful.
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Rishiri Island in Spring
Splendid Fuji-like volcano rising from the sea

By Nicole Bauer
Community writer

Mt. Rishiri showing of its full splendor

Mt. Rishiri seen from the ferry. Does it look cold? Indeed, it was quite chilly that morning

Nice reflexions of Mt. Rishiri at Himenuma Pond

Tranquil Himenuma Pond

Birds taking a bath at Himenuma Pond

Hiking Mt. Rishiri takes about 10-12 hours (return), but it is still one of most popular activities

Fantastic views from the cycling road which partly runs a little bit above the normal road

Sea gulls drifting in the wind

Lilies everywhere

The grassland around Mt. Rishiri was full of beautiful wildflowers

Successful sea urchin fishing
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Jeremiah Azurin
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beautiful!
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