01Early Morning Nature Walk (Yamabiko Forest)
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