Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum

Did you know that there is a fantastic sight beneath the floating drift ice in the sea? In fact, drift ice creates beautiful scenery not only on the surface of the sea, but also underwater. The Drift Ice Underwater Live facility allows you to enjoy 360° footage of the sea scenery beneath the drift ice, captured by a camera. Along with the staff's video commentary, you can enjoy a wonderful experience as if you were diving in the sea.

At the Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum, in addition to the arrival of the drift ice, there are exhibits of precious wild animals that can only be seen here, such as "namenanngo" and "ookamiuo," as well as "clione," which comes to Hokkaido with the drift ice. In particular, clione has a cute appearance that is called the "angel of drift ice," so you are sure to be impressed. Please also enjoy taking commemorative photos.

The "Drift Ice Experience Terrace" located within the facility is the most popular area where you can simulate the cold of winter in Okhotsk. Inside the room, which is kept at minus 15 degrees, you can see real drift ice brought from the Okhotsk Sea, and also try the "Freezing Experiment" where you can freeze a wet towel. This experience is not only for children but also for adults, so why not participate with your family?

The Okhotsk Ice Pavilion is located on a small hill with an elevation of 207 meters, allowing you to overlook the scenery of the eastern Hokkaido area, such as the Okhotsk Sea and the Shiretoko mountain range, from the observation deck on the third floor of the building. The changing scenery throughout the seasons, such as the greenery of summer, autumn leaves, and the snowy landscape in winter, is also a highlight. As you can see in all directions for 360 degrees, it is also recommended for commemorative photos.

If you visit the Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum, be sure to try the "Drift Ice Soft Serve Ice Cream". It is sold at the cafe on the first floor of the museum and is a soft serve ice cream flavored with salt caramel using salt from the Okhotsk Sea. The soft serve ice cream is topped with blue salt colored with natural pigments that resemble drift ice, making it a cute and visually appealing gourmet treat.