Soya Hills

Spanning across Wakkanai, the northernmost city in Japan, Soya Hills offers a breathtakingly vast landscape formed over 10,000 years ago during the Ice Age. This periglacial terrain, shaped by repeated cycles of freezing and thawing, features rolling hills with gentle, undulating curves. The Soya Hills Footpath Course allows visitors to immerse themselves in this stunning scenery while enjoying a leisurely walk through nature.

The area is also home to Soya Black Cattle, grazing peacefully in the vast pastures, creating a picturesque rural setting. Adding to the dramatic scenery, one of Japan’s largest wind farms stands against the blue sky, with 57 towering white wind turbines enhancing the vast expanse. On clear days, visitors can also enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Rishiri and the Sea of Okhotsk in the distance.

One of the most iconic highlights of Soya Hills is the "White Path," a road paved entirely with scallop shells, a local specialty of Wakkanai. The striking contrast between the blue sky, green pastures, and the brilliant white road makes for an unforgettable sight, earning it popularity on social media.

Designated as a Hokkaido Heritage Site, Soya Hills is a must-visit for those seeking to capture the beauty of Japan’s northernmost wilderness.