01Early Morning Nature Walk (Yamabiko Forest)
The natural beauty of Rubeshibe is waiting for you!The early morning hours are the perfect time to take in sights characteristic of Kitami's four seasons. A local guide will accompany you on this hour-long walk along hidden paths that’s sure to put you at ease.
- Participants Required
- 2+
For hours, pricing and other details, contact the location below:
[Onneyu Hot Springs Tourism Association]
- TEL
- 0157-45-2921
02Oehonke Inn & Hot Springs

Choose from an incredible selection of local goods at the inn’s shop!
466-1 Onneyu Onsen, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City
- TEL
- 0157-45-2711
- Open
- 7:00-22:00 (store)
- Close
- Open every day
- Parking
- Parking available
03Okashi-no-Taisetsuan Rubeshibe Azuma-machi Store

A confectionery shop with a long history of producing artisanal sweets made from locally grown white flowering beans.
22-1 Azuma-machi, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City
- TEL
- 0157-42-5030
- Open
- 9:30-19:00
- Close
- Open every day
- Parking
- Not available
04Kaneshime Shokudo

This charming eatery is known for its chilled tempura soba. The owner's dedication to using only local ingredients guarantees you’ll be asking for seconds!
42 Azuma-machi, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City
- TEL
- 0157-42-2185
- Open
- 11:00-18:00 (Service ends when ingredients run out)
- Closed
- Tuesdays
05Kita-no-Daichi Aquarium (Adjoining Kamurin-no-Yakata)

The world’s first place to feature a tank where you can look under an iced-over winter river, as well as an artificial waterfall basin! See everything from creatures native to Hokkaido’s rivers, to fish from both tropical salt and fresh water environments.
1-4 Matsuyama, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City4
- TEL
- 0157-45-2223
- Open
- Summer: 8:30-17:00 (Apr. - Oct.)
Winter: 9:00-16:30 (Nov. - Mar.)
- Closed
- April 8 - 14, Dec. 26 - Jan. 1
06Kamurin no Yakata Crafts Studio

Try your hand at woodwork inside a little wooden village! Stocked with kits and materials so you can jump right in, the staff will help you find just the right project for any timeframe.
1-4 Matsuyama, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City4
- TEL
- 0157-45-3373
- Open
- Summer: 8:30-17:00 (Apr. - Oct.)
Winter: 9:00-16:30 (Nov. - Mar.)
- Closed
- April 8 - 14, Dec. 26 - Jan. 1
07Yakiniku Gyusha

Featuring an incredible menu of grilled meats from Rubeshibe-raised Jersey beef. Be sure to try rare cuts, such as tongue, to get the most out of this one-of-a-kind culinary experience!
58 Azuma-machi, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City
- TEL
- 0157-57-4486
- Open
- 17:00-22:00
- Closed
- Open 7 days a week except on some holidays
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Kamurin Shop
This store is packed with one-of-a-kind goods and souvenirs from Rubeshibe and other parts of Kitami! Known for hand-crafted, locally made woodwork, you'll find a wide array of items, from lovingly carved boxes to cutting boards and toys.
1-4 Matsuyama, Rubeshibe-cho, Kitami City
- TEL
- 0157-45-3373
- Open
- Summer 8:30-17:00(Apr. - Oct.)
Winter 9:00-16:30(Nov. - Mar.)
- Closed
- Apr. 8-14, Dec. 26-Jan.1
