Otoineppu to Mombetsu

Otoineppu to Mombetsu

Otoineppu and Mombetsu are two towns located in Hokkaido, Japan. Otoineppu is known for its hot springs, while Mombetsu is known for its fishing industry.

• Language: Japanese
• Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
• Distance: Approximately 100 kilometers (62 miles)
• How to Reach:
  • By train: Take the JR Senhoku Main Line from Sapporo Station to Obihiro Station. From Obihiro Station, take the JR Nemuro Main Line to Mombetsu Station. The total journey time is approximately 3 hours.
  • By bus: Take the Donan Bus from Sapporo Station to Otoineppu Bus Terminal. From Otoineppu Bus Terminal, take the Mombetsu Bus to Mombetsu Bus Terminal. The total journey time is approximately 4 hours.
  • By car: Rent a car and drive from Sapporo to Otoineppu via the Hokkaido Expressway. From Otoineppu, drive to Mombetsu via National Route 242. The total driving time is approximately 2 hours.
• Expenses:
  • Accommodation: Around 5,000-10,000 yen per night for a hotel room in Otoineppu or Mombetsu.
  • Food: Around 2,000-5,000 yen per day for meals.
  • Transportation: Around 5,000-10,000 yen for a round-trip train ticket or bus ticket between Sapporo and Otoineppu or Mombetsu. Around 10,000-15,000 yen for a rental car.
  • Other expenses: Around 1,000-2,000 yen per day for souvenirs, activities, and other expenses.
• Best time to go: Otoineppu and Mombetsu are best visited during the spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) when the weather is mild and pleasant.
• What to Eat:
  • Otoineppu: Otoineppu Ramen, Ika Somen (squid noodles)
  • Mombetsu: Sanma (秋刀魚, Pacific saury), Kaki (牡蠣, oysters)
• Where to Go:
  • Otoineppu: Onsen (hot springs), Akan National Park, Lake Akan
  • Mombetsu: Mombetsu Port, Mombetsu Fisheries Museum, Mombetsu Seabird Center
• FA
  • Is it possible to travel between Otoineppu and Mombetsu on the same day?
    Yes, it is possible to travel between Otoineppu and Mombetsu on the same day by train or bus. The journey time is approximately 3 hours by train or 4 hours by bus.
  • Are there any discounts available for transportation between Otoineppu and Mombetsu?
    Yes, there are some discounts available for transportation between Otoineppu and Mombetsu. For example, the JR Hokkaido Pass offers unlimited travel on JR trains in Hokkaido for a period of 7 or 14 days. The pass costs 29,650 yen for 7 days or 46,390 yen for 14 days.
  • Are there any other ways to get from Otoineppu to Mombetsu?
    Yes, there are other ways to get from Otoineppu to Mombetsu, such as by bicycle or on foot. However, these options are not recommended due to the distance and the lack of infrastructure.