Cruises to Kushiro, Japan

Lake Akan in Autumn, Kushiro city, Hokkaido, Japan.

Crane Watching. Ramen Delights.

Home to Japan’s largest marshland, a paradise within itself, Kushiro is the place to stop for a unique Japanese experience. Located in Hokkaido, a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding in winter, this vast and secluded corner of Japan is well worth the trip any time of year. Enjoy the air at this coastal city and try the flavors of the local cuisine, mostly fished in the area. Make your own Katte-don fishbowl, or head East to Akkeshi, the only oyster producing area in Japan that trades throughout the year. Try not to miss Sapporo, Hokkaido's main city, famous for Sapporo beer, Sapporo ramen and the annual Sapporo Snow Festival.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Kushiro

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Kushiro River flowing through the Kushiro Marsh.

Lake Akan and Mount Oakan, Akan National Park.

Scenery of Kushiro Marsh Station

Seafood being sold at the Kushiro Washo market.

Kushiro Shitsugen national park in Hokkaido prefecture, Japan.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Famous For

This port leads you to the enchanting Kushiro Marsh, home to unique wildlife including the rare Japanese crane.

Japanese ayu fish skewers also called sweetfish grilled with salt and cooked in circle in a traditional robatayaki cooking around hot charcoals on a irori sunken hearth.

Exquisite Flavors

Kushiro's robatayaki is a unique grilling method for seafood and vegetables, capturing the essence of Hokkaido's inspired flavors.

Fun Facts

Kushiro Marshlands inspired the beloved Pokémon, Pikachu. These vast wetlands are a haven for rare wildlife, including the iconic red-crowned crane.

Port Name & Location

Kushiro

Language

The official language is Japanese.

Time Zone

JST (Japan Standard Time); UTC/GMT +9 hours

Currency & Shopping

Japanese Yen (JPY)

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