The forested town of Engaru (遠軽) on the JR Sekihoku Line functions as a useful transport hub for access to Monbetsu. Take a dip in the tranquil onsen or visit the flower gardens.

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Hotel Sunshine

ホテルサンシャイン

5min walk from Engaru Station


This red-brick hotel on Route 242 has renovated rooms, and is in a good location in the center of town near JR Engaru Station, as well as the bus terminal. Don’t miss Kanimeshi (かにめし: crab meat on rice) dating back to the early-Showa period.

Maure Villa ♨︎

マウレ山荘

20min by bus from Maruseppu Station


About 11km south of Maruseppu along the valley, the Maure Villa is a Scottish-style modern resort hotel. Western- and Japanese-style rooms are refined, two special rooms have en-suite private onsen. There are also cottages and stylish public baths. Staff will pick you up from the JR stations (Maruseppu, Engaru or Shirataki), if you request by the day before.

Ikutahara Onsen Hotel North King ♨︎

生田原温泉ホテルノースキング

1min walk from Ikutahara Station


Immediately to the left as you exit JR Ikutahara Station, the North King is a convenient and pleasant onsen for railway travelers. 28 rooms are clean and affordable rates. There is also a restaurant.