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๐Ÿ”๏ธ Shiretoko

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๐Ÿ”๏ธ Shiretoko
UNESCO World Heritage Site on Hokkaido's northeastern peninsula


๐Ÿ• 2 min read ยท Updated 17 Mar 2026 at 01:52
๐Ÿ“Œ Fast Facts
  • Located on the northeastern tip of Hokkaido, Japan
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2005
  • Encompasses both terrestrial and marine ecosystems
  • Home to brown bears, Ezo sika deer, Steller's sea lions, and critically endangered Blakiston's fish owls

Shiretoko is a UNESCO World Heritage Site occupying the northeastern peninsula of Hokkaido, Japan. The site encompasses approximately ...

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