Japan's Hidden Gem Island! Rebun Island 5-Day In-Depth Travel Guide

💎What Kind of Heavenly Place is Rebun Island?】
Hokkaido's northernmost hidden island!
☑️300+ species of precious alpine plants
☑️View "Rishiri Fuji" from the sea
☑️Hokkaido's top sea urchin producing area
Save this ultimate guide and explore this paradise of flowers and sea!

【🌸Must-Do Experiences】
✨See alpine plants at 0 altitude
The world's rare "Floating Island of Flowers," May-September is the best season for flower viewing.
📍Recommended Route: Rebun Rindo Trail (Kafuka Port → Momoiwa Observatory)
💰Free ⏳Approx. 3 hours total

✨Limited Sea Urchin Feast
Plump sea urchin + Rishiri Kombu = Top-tier deliciousness!
🍣Must-Eat: Uni Donburi/Sashimi (Best from June-August)
🏠Recommended Restaurant: Dining cafe UMI

✨Epic Coastal Hike
✔️Momoiwa Course (Beginner-friendly)
✔️Cape Tour Course (12km challenge)
The cliffside sea view at Sukoton Cape is absolutely stunning!

【🗓️5-Day 4-Night Itinerary】
Day1️⃣Wakkanai Warm-up
☑️Gate of Ice and Snow sculpture
☑️Kurumaya Seafood Feast
🏨Accommodation Recommendation: Hotels in Wakkanai city

Day2️⃣First Island Experience
🚢Wakkanai Port → Kafuka Port (First ferry at 6:30 AM)
🌊Momoiwa Hike + Onsen Ryokan
🏨Hana Rebun (Next to Kafuka Port, stunning open-air bath view!)

Day3️⃣In-Depth Island Tour
Route A👉Cape Tour (A must for photographers)
Route B👉Agate Beach for gem hunting
🍛Must-try Octopus Curry for dinner!

Day4️⃣Rishiri Island or Wakkanai
🚤Island hop to Rishiri to see the reflection of Mt. Fuji
OR
🌅Visit Cape Soya, Japan's northernmost point

Day5️⃣Return with Full Bags
🛍️Last-minute shopping in Wakkanai
✈️Afternoon return flight

【💡Essential Tips】
🚢Transportation: Sapporo → Wakkanai (JR approx. 5h)
💰Budget: Comfortable trip 40,000-50,000 JPY/person
📅Best Season: June-September
👗Attire: Windbreaker + hiking shoes are essential!

【🏆Exclusive Rankings】
TOP1 Attraction: Sukoton Cape (360° unbeatable sea view)
TOP1 Food: Sea Urchin Cream Omurice
TOP1 Accommodation: Hana Rebun Onsen Ryokan
TOP1 Souvenir: Rishiri Kombu

This summer, come to Rebun Island and live like an islander!

Post by dendritea_6073 | Aug 31, 2025

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