posted on August 31, 2014
This place is written as [知床世界遺産センター] in Japanese.
The Shiretoko World Heritage Center offers life-size photographs showcasing brown bears, deer, and other wildlife inhabiting Shiretoko. Additionally, visitors can observe replicas of animal scratches, particularly those made by bears, to learn about respectful behavior and guidelines when exploring the pristine nature of Shiretoko.
Moreover, the Shiretoko World Heritage Center provides real-time updates on local attractions and natural phenomena within Shiretoko. It also offers the latest information regarding the management and conservation efforts of the Shiretoko World Natural Heritage site.
Web
Access
Telephone
- 0152-24-3255
Open
- summer: Apr, 20 – Ocy, 20 8:30 – 17:30
- winter: Oct, 21 – Apr, 19 9:00 – 16:30
Closed
- during in the winter, Oct, 21 – Apr, 19, Tuesdays and Year-end/New Year holidays
Admittion Fee
- Free
Parking
- 6 buses
- 30 cars
Restrooms
- Available, including wheelchair access
Notes
- next to the Utoro Shirietoku Michi-no-Eki
