Along with Rebun Island and the coastal area of the Sarobetsu Plain, Rishiri forms the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park. The main industries of Rishiri are tourism and fishing. The island has a population of 5,102 residents.

Etymology

Rishiri derives its name from the Ainu language, and means "high island", or "island with a high peak", a reference