Nemuro

Nemuro is a city in eastern Hokkaido, Japan. It is the administrative capital of Nemuro Subprefecture and sits on the Nemuro Peninsula, projecting into the Pacific Ocean with the Nemuro Strait to its north. The city is best known for Nosappu Cape (Nosappu-misaki), the easternmost point of Japan, which attracts visitors for its sea views, lighthouses, and a peace memorial.

Historically, Nemuro grew as a fishing port, with seafood processing and related industries forming the economic base. In recent decades, the economy has diversified to include tourism and maritime services, while agriculture — notably dairy farming and crops on the peninsula’s inland areas — contributes to local livelihoods.

Transportation in Nemuro relies on the JR Hokkaido network via the Nemuro Main Line, with Nemuro Station serving as the rail hub, and highway routes linking the city with Kushiro and other eastern Hokkaido communities. The port handles domestic fishing shipments and ferry connections to nearby towns.

Among its attractions are coastal viewpoints along Nosappu Cape, several historic lighthouses, and local museums that explore the region’s maritime heritage. The city also serves as a gateway for visitors exploring the Nemuro Peninsula and the broader eastern Hokkaido region.

Nemuro’s climate is subarctic to cold, with long winters and relatively short summers, shaping its coastal culture and economic activities.