Plizio Visual Lab

Haboro

Plizio editorial teamUpdated: Jun 2026Data Sources

City

—°2

ℹ️

Practical info — Haboro

▾

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

Try the famous sweet shrimp at the port market; there is a special festival in June in their honor.
Sunset Beach gives the best views; check the forecast for clear skies over the sea.
Ferries to Teuri and Yagishiri islands depart from here; book in advance during peak summer weekends.
The Haboro Rose Garden features over 300 varieties; peak blooming is usually in July.
The seabird center is unique in Japan; great for a rainy day activity to learn about the local puffins.

🍽 Food

🍽

Amaebi (Sweet shrimp)

Enjoy them as sashimi or in a 'donburi' bowl at the restaurants right by the port.

🍽

Shrimp ramen

A local specialty with a rich broth made from shrimp shells.

🍽

Rose soft serve

Look for this unusual flavor at the Rose Garden, which is very refreshing in summer.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

🛍

Haboro Port Market

For dried seafood and various local shrimp products.

🛍

Michi-no-Eki Haboro

This roadside station sells local crafts and Hokkaido snacks.

🧘

Rose Garden

Enjoy the peace in the early morning before the tour groups arrive.

🧘

Teuri Island

If you take the ferry, the island's coastal paths are exceptionally quiet.

Haboro is a scenic port town located on the western coast of Hokkaido, facing the Sea of Japan. It is celebrated as one of Japan's leading producers of 'Amaebi' (sweet shrimp), a delicacy that defines the local culinary identity. The Haboro Sunset Beach is the crown jewel of its coastline, famous for the magnificent golden hues that fill the sky at dusk. The beach provides a clean and safe environment for swimming and beach activities during the summer months. The town serves as the primary gateway to the remote islands of Teuri and Yagishiri, famous for their seabird colonies and pristine landscapes. Within the town, visitors can explore the Hokkaido Seabird Center or enjoy the lively colors of the Haboro Rose Garden. Reaching Haboro is a scenic experience in itself, as it lies along the Ororon Line, a coastal highway renowned for its panoramic sea views. Its combination of fresh seafood, natural wonders, and relaxing beaches makes it a quintessential Hokkaido coastal destination.