Shiretoko Peninsula

When thinking of ecotourism and scuba diving experiences in Japan, Shiretoko tourism is always one of the top choices of many divers. Shiretoko is located on the eastern shore of Hokkaido, It is a pristine land bordered by the Okhotsk Sea and the Pacific Ocean. It possesses the most pristine beauty in the land of the rising sun - Japan, therefore, Shiretoko is an extremely attractive place for domestic and foreign visitors to come here every year. To dive-lovers, this site is the most beautiful dive site in Japan.

With the advantage of the purely-pristine natural environment, the peninsula is known as "the last of Japan's unexplored landscapes". Being the home to more than 800 types of plants and more than 500 types of living organisms, the Shiretoko Peninsula was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, and is guadually known as the most beautiful dive sites in Japan. Shiretoko is worth a year-round visit, however, when visiting at a time when it's not the snowy season, tourists will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of outdoor activities.