■［YOUR PRIVATE BASECAMP | Gateway to Shiretoko, Notsuke & Nemuro Strait］ Welcome to Mother River Stays -Stream Inn Shibetsu-, your private sanctuary on the edge of the world. Located in Shibetsu, a designated "Japan Heritage" site for its 10,000-year history of salmon culture, this house offers something hotels cannot: a true connection to the land. ■［THE PHILOSOPHY | "Mother River Stays"］ Just as salmon travel thousands of miles only to return to their mother river, we strive to be a place that you, too, will want to return to again. We offer not just a one-time stay, but a spiritual home where your connection to the region deepens with every visit. ■［FACILITIES & COMFORT | A Fully Equipped Home］ Accommodating up to 6 guests, this private house offers everything needed for a stress-free stay from the moment you arrive. > Travel Light: We provide towels, toothbrushes, and quality toiletries (shampoo/soap). No need to pack bulky items—just bring yourself. > "Ready-to-Cook" Kitchen: Includes pans, pots, and tableware. We also stock basic seasonings (salt, pepper, oil) so you can cook fresh local ingredients immediately without shopping for essentials. > Bedroom Options (Beds & Futons): Features a Japanese-style room with 2 semi-double beds and another Japanese-style room for futon bedding. Please choose the style that suits you. > Cozy Layout: Features a living room, dining area, and separate bath/toilet. The house is perfectly sized—cozy and intimate—for families to relax in privacy. > Long Stays: Equipped with a washing machine, high-speed Wi-Fi, and free parking. Perfect for extended stays. ■［AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE | Guided by "Amutoki"］ Gain priority access to the "real" Hokkaido with our in-house guide service, Amutoki. As a Hokkaido Governor Certified Excellent Operator and GSTC Professional, we offer safe, sustainable, and deep cultural tours (e.g., fishing ports, history walks) unavailable elsewhere. (Tours fees apply).

/// MEET YOUR HOST | Satomi, Founder of "Amutoki" /// I am a professional guide running Amutoki, officially recognized as a Hokkaido Governor Certified Excellent Outdoor Guide Operator. I also hold the GSTC Professional Certificate in Sustainable Tourism, ensuring our tours and stays meet global standards for sustainability. >> Every day, I am fascinated by the profound history, wild nature, and the resilient lives of the people in this "A Heritage of Salmon" region. I opened Mother River Stays to extend the experience of my tours—to offer a place where guests can immerse themselves in the deep, authentic beauty of the area I love. >> As a certified professional, I ensure safety, quality, and responsibility. I don't just hand you a key; I open doors to local experiences. Whether you need tips around here or want to join a guided tour by Amutoki, I am here to support your journey. >> We look forward to being your comfortable base in the east, and a home you will want to come back to again and again.

/// IDEAL BASE | 3 Peninsulas x 3 National Parks x 3 Airports /// Located at the heart of the "Nemuro Strait coastal area," our inn is the perfect strategic base to explore Eastern Hokkaido. Easily accessible from 3 airports, you can comfortably cover all 3 major peninsulas and national parks. ■［1. THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE | 3 World-Class Peninsulas］ > Shiretoko (World Heritage): 45 min drive. A miraculous ecosystem connecting sea, river, and forest—starting from seasonal drift ice—celebrated for its biodiversity. > Notsuke (Japan's largest sand spit): 10 min drive. Japan's largest sand spit. An otherworldly landscape known as "The End of the World" and a paradise for waterbirds. > Nemuro (Easternmost Point): 1.5h drive. Offers close-up views of the Northern Territories from Cape Nosappu. ■［2. NATIONAL PARKS | Access to 3 Major Parks］ > Shiretoko National Park: A wild kingdom with primeval landscapes and high brown bear density. The hub for trekking and wildlife cruises (bears, orcas, eagles). > Akan-Mashu National Park: 1.5 - 2h drive. Famous for mysterious caldera lakes and volcanoes. Ideal for dynamic hiking and canoeing. > Kushiro Shitsugen National Park: 2h drive. Japan's largest wetland. A landscape of prehistoric scale featuring meandering rivers and Red-crowned Cranes. ■［3. ACCESS & CONVENIENCE | Airports & Town Living］ > 3 Major Airports: Nakashibetsu (30 min/Closest), Memanbetsu & Kushiro (within 2h). Perfect for flexible road trip planning. > Town Convenience (3 min walk): Convenience store, drugstore, and public Onsen (hot spring) are nearby, ensuring comfort for long stays. > Ocean Views (1 min walk): Walk to the Nemuro Strait to see Kunashiri Island and the Shiretoko Mountain Range.