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KIKONAIThe first stop in your Hokkaido trip

Every year on January 13th, four young men

perform a ritual purification at the Samegawa Shrine

by dousing themselves with cold water several times

day and night. On the 15th, they carry sacred icons

of four Shinto gods and perform a purification

ceremony in the ice-cold waters of the Tsugaru

Strait. This ceremony has been held for over 180

years as a prayer for a good catch and harvest. It is

held in conjunction with fireworks shows, food

festivals, and other events at Kikonai Town.

Kanchu Misogi

Festival

Misogi-no-SatoKikonai

Road StationAt this road station, you can buy Kikonai Town specialty products and other souvenirs from southern Hokkaido. There are also restaurants and food shops where you can enjoy Italian food, wagyu curry, or wagyu croquettes. It’s a must-visit place for every trip to Kikonai.

Kitchen KikoOpen 9:00‒17:00 (until 19:00 in August)※Noodle dishes served from 10:00　CoppendotOpen 10:00‒18:00 Irregular closed daysTEL.01392-6-7210　

Open／Lunch 10:00‒14:00（L.O.）　　　 C a f e 14:00‒15:30（L.O.）　　　 Dinner 17:30‒20:45（L.O.）For info on closed days, check http://kikonai.jp/restaurant/TEL.01392-6-7210

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KIKONAI TOWN

SAPPORO CITYApprox.330 km

4 hours 30 minsby expressway

By Car● Kikonai to Hakodate 　52 minutes（39km） ● Kikonai to Onuma Quasi-National Park　　　　　　　　　　　　 64 minutes（54km）● Kikonai to Shiriuchi 　 11 minutes（9km）● Kikonai to Fukushima　38 minutes（34km）● Kikonai to Matsumae　64 minutes（54km）● Kikonai to Kaminokuni 50 minutes（42km） ● Kikonai to Esashi 　　 61 minutes（50km）● Kikonai to Assabu 　　 76 minutes（63km）● Kikonai to Otobe 　 　 78 minutes（64km）● Kikonai to Okushiri Island（ferry） 　　　　　　　　 　　 201 minutes（111km）

Compared to city centers, the 9 towns in the west side of the peninsula have more open roads with less traffic lights, providing for a smooth drive. However, you should always watch out for sudden dangers, and be careful not to overspeed.

By Shinkansen● Tokyo to Kikonai 4 hours 2 minutes● Sendai to Kikonai 2 hours 25 minutes● Morioka to Kikonai 1 hour 40 minutes● Shin-Aomori to Kikonai 51 minutes● Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto to Kikonai 12 minutes※Approximate times provided by JR Hokkaido

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※Bus schedules subject to change. Contact Hakodate Bus for up-to-date information.

By Bus● Kikonai Station to Esashi Hospital 6 buses per day (106 minutes)● Kikonai Station to Matsumae Bus Terminal 10 buses per day (100 minutes)● Kikonai Station to Hakodate Station 6 buses per day (90 minutes)

● From Haneda Airport, fly to Hakodate Airport.　Take the bus or taxi to Hakodate Station.　Take the bus or train to Kikonai Station.

Approx.3 hours 5 minutes

By Airplane

http://www.town.kikonai.hokkaido.jpPublished March 2017

Kikonai Town Industrial Economic Affairs DivisionHoncho 218, Kikonai-cho, Kamiiso-gun, Hokkaido TEL.01392-2-3131 FAX.01392-2-3622

Inquiries

Misogi no MaiThis Japanese sake can be found only in Kikonai, and is made from rice called “Honoka 224” which is grown by only one farm. The shop also sells other limited edition rice wines.

Sold at liquor stores in the town

Super Sun Mate

Hakodate Wagyu Beef CroquetteThis croquette is an ideal snack to munch on while strolling around town. Eat it hot from the fryer, or buy it frozen as a souvenir.

Aza Honcho 229, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-4054Open 8:30–19:00 Open all year round

Fashion Shop Okumura

Kiko T-ShirtsComes in two designs: a striking red t-shirt printed with Kiko’s face all over the front, and a stylish indigo t-shirt that resembles traditional Japanese patterns.

Aza Honcho 57, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5832Open 9:00–17:00 Closed on Sundays

Coppendot

Pakupaku Shio Pan BreadThis popular bread roll is a consistent sellout at the shop. Its salty goodness and buttery fragrance will make you gobble it up in no time.

Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai Road StationAza Honcho 338-14, Kikonai-choTEL.1392-6-7210Open 10:00–18:00

Kitchen Kiko

Misogi-no-Shio Soft CreamThis soft serve ice cream has a good balance of milky sweetness and saltiness. The salt is taken from the Misogi hama, where the Kanchu Misogi ceremony is held.

Misogi-no-Sato Kikonai Road StationAza Honcho 338-14, Kikonai-choOpen 9:00–17:00Noodle dishes served from 10:00–16:30.

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Koukou MochiThis soy sauce and walnut-flavored rice cake is a favorite of the townsfolk, with a history going back over 80 years. It’s also popular with foreign tourists.

Aza Honcho 237, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2069Open 9:00–18:00 Closed on January 1st

Kyujo Kudo Shoten

Hakodate Wagyu Beef NabeA hot pot set that includes beef slices, onions, enoki mushrooms, and a soup made from local kombu and other ingredients.

Aza Satsukari 214, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2312Open 8:30–19:00　Closed on Sundays

Sweets Gallery Kitajima

Misogi Sablé CookiesThese crunchy and delicious cookies come in a package featuring Misogi Boy, a character based on the young men of the Kanchu Misogi ceremony.

Aza Honcho 330-4, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2209Open 9:00–19:00 Closed on Sundays

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Enjoy a wide range of Japanese and Western-style dishes. Their best seller is a tender, juicy hamburg steak.

Aza Honcho 225-1, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2052Open 11:00-20:00Closed on Tue

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Aza Honcho 265, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2342▶1 night 2 meals 3,800 yen

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Aza Honcho 154-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2828▶1 night 2 meals 6,600 yen

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Popular with both tourists and business travelers. You can enjoy delicious meals and a hot bath while watching the sunrise over the ocean.

A ryokan with an open-air onsen facing the sea

aAza Ohira 20-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-4055▶1 night 2 meals 6,480 yen

View Onsen Notoya Aza Honcho 23-3,

Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2508▶1 night 2 meals 4,500 yen

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Aza Honcho 78 Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2146▶1 night 2 meals 6,300 yen

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This inn has free Wi-Fi and serves meals made with local ingredients. The friendly owner will also tell you all about the best tourist spots in Kikonai.

An inn with friendly hosts and great hospitality

Aza Ohira 23-13, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-5222▶1 night 2 meals 7,600 yen

Yado Kitakai

This restaurant has been serving good old-fashioned yakisoba since 1958. The cheerful owner is also popular with the patrons.

Aza Honcho 247-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2055Open 10:00-21:00Irregular closed days

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This soba restaurant also serves beef stew and hamburgers made with Hakodate wagyu beef, for soba lovers who want a fancy treat.

The place to be for meat lovers. You can enjoy uniquely-flavored steak or hamburg steak made with Hakodate wagyu beef.

Aza Shinmichi 103-3, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-3057Open 11:30-14:00/16:30-20:30Closed on Mon

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A trip to a harbor town wouldn’t be complete without a meal of sushi. Enjoy fish and other seasonal seafood fresh from the counter.

Aza Honcho 60, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2371Open 11:30-22:00Closed on Mon

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Established around 20 years ago, Nishiyama is the only ramen restaurant in Kikonai. Their soup has a smooth and light flavor.

Aza Kikonai 29-1, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5176Open 11:00-14:00Closed on Thu

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Their most popular dish is the ankake ramen, with the perfect match of salty thick sauce and delicious noodles.

Aza Honcho 78, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2146Open 11:00-20:00Irregular closed days

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Enjoy homemade soba noodles, fresh seafood, and many other dishes. They also serve local Kikonai scallops.

Aza Ohira 30-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-4055 Open 11:00-20:00Closed on Thu (Apr to Oct),closed on Sat (Nov to Mar)

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Their best dish is a curry with braised Hakodate wagyu beef. You can also buy it in retort packs, great for souvenirs.

Aza Ohira 23-13, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5222Open Reservation requiredIrregular closed days

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A small, secluded café with a homelike atmosphere, they have no fixed menu, since their food offerings change every day.

Aza Koren 77-1, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5577Open 10:00-18:00Irregular closed days

Don Boy

This confectionery sells various sweets named after the Kanchu Misogi festival. They also have a café at the main shop to the north of the station.

Aza Kikonai 192-4, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2200Open 9:00-17:00Closed on Sun

Sweets Gallery Kitajima15

A long-time favorite of the locals, this izakaya is open until 1 AM and has a wide range of food and drinks for everyone to enjoy.

Aza Honcho 335, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-3456Open 18:00-25:00Irregular closed days

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This café located beside the station is a popular spot for train lovers. They have a photo display of the train stations in the old Esashi Line.

Aza Honcho 535, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2848Open 9:00-19:00Irregular closed days

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An izakaya with a traditional atmosphere. Their dishes include Hakodate wagyu beef, scallops, and other local delicacies.

Aza Honcho 332-3, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-3391Open 17:30-23:00Irregular closed days

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Enjoy pasta dishes and coffee made from beans freshly ground right after you order.

Aza Ohira 6-9, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2647Open 9:00-19:00Irregular closed days

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Enjoy fresh seafood brought from the local harbor and grilled right at your table. Their scallop rice is also exquisite.

Aza Satsukari 152-3, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-1788Open Reservation requiredIrregular closed days

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Aza Honcho 156, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5658Open 11:00-14:30,16:30-19:30Irregular closed days

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The only restaurant in town that specializes in yakitori. They have many different kinds of yakitori, and they also serve beer in extra large mugs.

Aza Honcho 229-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-3454Open 11:00-23:00Irregular closed days

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A yakiniku restaurant that serves the local specialty, Hakodate Wagyu beef. The cheerful owner will always welcome you with a smile.

Aza Honcho 229-2, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-5515Open 17:00-23:00Closed on Mon

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An old izakaya run by just the owner himself. He offers plenty of food items, but you should definitely try the tempura and the pizza.

Aza Honcho 565-3, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-4633Open 18:00-22:00Irregular closed days

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This sushi restaurant serves various seafood caught from the nearby ocean. They also serve sashimi that goes well with local sake.

Aza Honcho 332-6, Kikonai-choTEL.01392-2-2156Open 11:00-22:00Irregular closed days

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Kikonai Town

Enjoy Chef Masayuki Okuda’s exquisite Italian dishes made from the finest ingredients in Southern Hokkaido.

Aza Honcho 338-14, Kikonai-cho (Kikonai Road Station)TEL.01392-6-7210Open 11：00～14：00（L.O.）、14：00～15：30（L.O.）、17：30～20：45（L.O.）　Irregular closed days

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■ Wes 　Aza Honcho 565-22, Kikonai-cho TEL.01392-2-5566

■ Cabbage Club 　Aza Honcho 231, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-3380

■ Music Inn Chacha 　Aza Shinmichi 97-1, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-4800

■ Snack Playboy 　Aza Honcho 333, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-2137

■ Snack Yuuko 　Aza Honcho 338-11, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-4637

■ Snack Marin 　Aza Honcho 565-6, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-2524

Enjoy thenightlife at

snack barsin Kikonai

■ Snack YOU & Yu 　Aza Honcho 565, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-3003

■ Snack Kanon 　Aza Honcho 565, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-6-7088

■ Bar Benjamin 　Aza Honcho 229-2, Kikonai-cho　TEL.090-9525-8080

■ Dream 　Aza Honcho 335-5, Kikonai-cho　TEL.080-8295-6341

■ Karaoke Fumi 　Aza Ohira 24-3, Kikonai-cho　TEL.01392-2-5556