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Rishiri Island Information

  • Introducing information about festivals in Rishiri.
    Why not take part in the Rishiri Festival, where islanders and tourists alike have a great time, and experience the kindness of Rishiri people?
    It is also full of useful information that you can check in advance before coming to Rishiri Island.

Useful information about Rishiri Island

【Season Calendar】

April【temperature】Average temperature: 4.2℃ / Minimum: -4.0℃ / Maximum 13.7°C
【Clothing】Winter clothes
May【temperature】Average temperature: 7.6℃ / Minimum: -1.3℃ / Maximum 18.6°C
【Clothing】Long sleeves, sweatshirts, jumpers*Bring an extra sweater
June【temperature】Average temperature: 14.6℃ / Minimum 5.7°C / Max 24.2°C
【Clothing】Long-sleeved blouses, cardigans, sweatshirts, and windbreakers
July【temperature】Average temperature: 17.7℃ / Minimum 8.8°C / Max 24.7℃
【Clothing】Summer clothes (It is cool in the mornings and evenings, so it is a good idea to bring a light cardigan or jacket.)
August【temperature】Average temperature: 20.9℃ / Minimum 12.6°C / Max 27.0℃
【Clothing】Summer clothes (It is cool in the mornings and evenings, so it is a good idea to bring a light cardigan or jacket.)
September【temperature】Average temperature: 17.5℃ / Minimum 7.5°C / Max 24.1°C
【Clothing】Long-sleeved blouses, cardigans, sweatshirts, and lightweight sweaters
October【temperature】Average temperature: 12.5℃ / Minimum 3.5°C / Maximum 19.6°C
【Clothing】Long sleeves, sweatshirts, jumpers, coats*Bring an extra sweater

【Events on Rishiri Island】

June■Rishiri Island Leisurely Wise Man G(Yuyuu Running)
This is a race where participants run a 55km lap around Rishiri Island while experiencing its beautiful nature.
Approximately 350 people from inside and outside Hokkaido participate every year, and it is becoming a major event in Rishiri.
【Event date】First Sunday
【Inquiries】Executive Committee:01638-2-1370(Within the Board of Education)

■Rishiri Island Island Shrine Festival
Shrine festivals are held in various regions of Rishiri Island.
【Senboshi District】Senboshi Shrine:Late June
【Kutsugata area】Kitami Fuji Shrine Festival:Late June
【Oniwaki district】Kitami Shrine Festival:Late June
【Oshidomari area】Mt Rishiri Shrine Festival:Early July
August■Hokkaido Island Festival
This is Rishiri Fuji Town's largest summer festival, held at two venues, Oshidomari and Oniwaki.
The city center becomes a pedestrian precinct and street stalls are lined up.
There will be music shows and attractions on the special stage, and a fireworks display will be held at Oshidomari Ferry Terminal.
【Event date】Early August
【Inquiries】Executive Committee:01638-2-1114(Town Hall Commerce, Industry and Tourism Section)

■Rishiri Floating Island Festival
This is Rishiri Town's largest summer festival, held at two venues, Kutsugata and Senboshi.
Events include the Donto Market, where street stalls are lined up, and a parade of floats and dancing to the Ukishima Ondo music.
【Event date】Early August
【Inquiries】Executive Committee:01638-4-2345(Industrial Promotion Division, Town Hall)

■Cycling around Rishiri Island
This event aims to bring islanders and tourists together through cycling.
After touring Rishiri Island, relax in the hot springs.
【Event date】Fourth Sunday
【Inquiries】Executive Committee:01638-2-1112(General Affairs Division of the town hall)
  • *All event dates have yet to be determined.
    Please contact each organizer for details.

[Rental Car]

Rishiri Rental CarOshidomari:0163-82-2551
Toyota Rental & Lease Asahikawa Rishiri OfficeOshidomari:0163-89-2300
Magokoro Rental CarOshidomari:0163-82-1551
Nippon Rent-A-CarOshidomari:0163-89-2277
Maruzen Rental CarOshidomari:0163-82-1117
Kameya Rental CarShoe shape:0163-84-2252

[Hire]

Fuji HireOshidomari:0163-82-1181
Rishiri HireShoe shape:0163-84-2252

【Regular sightseeing bus】

Soya BusShoe shape:0163-84-2250
A:Beautiful Rishiri Fuji Tour course... 3 hr 5 min
B:Rishiri Spot Tour course... 2 hr 20 min
C:Natural Rishiri Tour course... 4 hours
*course change depending on the season.
*Prices vary depending on course.
*Departs and arrives Oshidomari Ferry Terminal.

【hospital】

Rishiri Fuji Town National Health Insurance Oshidomari ClinicOshidomari:0163-82-1038
Hokkaido Prefectural Oniwaki ClinicOniwaki:0163-83-1341
Rishiri Island National Health Insurance Central HospitalShoe shape:0163-84-2626