[2025] Obon Travel in Hokkaido | Complete Guide to Costs, Climate, and Recommended Spots

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] Minamifurano Rafting Tour Autumn Special Price! Same-day reservations accepted ~ Tour photo data gift "Safe, fun, and beautiful nature"

Rafting on the Shisorapti River (also known as the Sorachi River) is offered at the best affordable price using high-quality equipment and highly professional guides. This is a very popular river for rafting in Furano, Minamifurano and Tomamu. Recommended for couples, friends and families. Tomamu (17km), Furano Station (51km), Minamifurano Roadside Station or Montbell Minamifurano

[Hokkaido, Niseko] One boat per group, no sharing! Photo data gift! Fun rafting for everyone! Beginners and children are welcome!

This is a rafting tour on the Shiribetsu River. We will guide you through a course that anyone from 4 years old to adults can enjoy. Please come and make memories with your family, friends, and loved ones. The meeting place is in Kyogoku Town, so there are campsites and hot springs nearby, making it the perfect place to refresh yourself after rafting. Let's enjoy playing on Hokkaido's rivers together!

Lake Shikotsu Autumn Leaves Retreat SUP [Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chitose SUP] Cruise Lake Shikotsu, the best water quality in Japan for 11 consecutive years! Get a photo! ACA/SIJ certified school

Hokkaido's most popular SUP experience tour. Highly transparent lake water: Lake Shikotsu's high transparency is sure to be an amazing experience. You can see the bottom of the lake more than 10m deep from the SUP board, so you can fully enjoy the beauty of the water. This is a special experience that you can't get anywhere else. Natural beauty: Surrounded by the outer rim of the crater rim,

[Hokkaido, Kushiro River Wetlands] Paddle a canoe along the wide, calm river, feeling the wind blowing through the marshland [Short Course]

• 4.8
• (103 reviews and experiences)

This course runs through the Kushiro Marshland, and you'll start from Hosooka Station and paddle leisurely along the wide, calm river to Iwaboki Water Gate, feeling the breeze blowing through the marsh. You won't get wet, so just wear comfortable clothing that suits the weather. *This is a short course.

[Hokkaido, Kushiro] Winter Canoe & Bird Watching Tour | Kushiro Wetlands | Enjoy the Charm of Nature ♪

• 5.0
• (1 review/experience)

This winter canoeing experience is only available in the Kushiro Marshlands. This is a special tour where you can canoe along the Arekinai River, which does not freeze even in sub-zero temperatures, and observe red-crowned cranes and owls. First, you will take a 60-70 minute round trip on the Arekinai River, an ice-free river in the Toro area of Kushiro Marshland National Park. After the canoeing tour, you will move to Tsurui Village to see the owls and red-crowned cranes. *Meeting and leaving

【Hokkaido・釧路湿原】冬の幻想世界・釧路川の支流『アレキナイ川』でゆったりandカナディアンカヌー体験

• 5.0
• (16 reviews and experiences)

冬の幻想世界・釧路川の支流『アレキナイ川』でゆったりandカナディアンカヌー体験.釧路湿原の東側にrank置する塘路湖から釧路川へand続く支流のアレキナイ川を往復約3kmカナディアンカヌーでゆったりandご案内いたします.カヌーにはガイドが1名同乗してお客様をご案内いたしますので初めての方でも安心してご参加いただけ

[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Jozankei] Snow Rafting: Enjoy the clear air and snowy scenery while rafting down the river (bonfire and roasted marshmallows included)

• 5.0
• (1 review/experience)

[Plan name] Snow-viewing rafting (rafting) [Period] Early December to late March [Start time] ① 9:30~ (Meeting time until 9:00) ② 12:00~ (Meeting time until 11:30) ③ 14:30~ (Meeting time until 14:00) *If you are late for the meeting time, we may refuse your participation in the tour. Please allow yourself plenty of time.

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] 《Meet at the location》 Rafting down the rapids! (Half-day plan)

• 5.0
• (2 reviews/experiences)

This is a dynamic activity where you and your guide will board a boat and work together to paddle and control the boat as you go down the rapids of Hokkaido's wilderness. Life jackets will be provided, so even those who can't swim can participate. *This is a local meeting plan. Please come to the local meeting point (Ochiai, Minamifurano Town) by yourself.

[Hokkaido, Furano] Safe for small children! Smile Rafting ★ Half-day plan ★

• 4.6
• (5 reviews and experiences)

Why not try rafting with the whole family on the Sorachi River in Furano? The course is gentle, so even small children and those who are afraid of rapids can feel safe. The whole family can enjoy splashing around in the water, getting in the river, and having fun on the river.

☆ Shiretoko World Heritage Site ☆ Snow trekking 3-hour course View of the virgin forest and cliffs stretching to Cape Shiretoko

• 4.6
• (23 reviews and experiences)

Walk through the virgin forest on snowshoes and view the cliffs that stretch all the way to Cape Shiretoko. You can see waterfalls flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, huge icicles, and depending on the season, drifting ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also be able to see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are designated as natural monuments. In the event of bad weather such as a snowstorm, we will contact you via your mobile device and, if you wish,

☆Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site☆ Easy 2-hour snow trekking☆ A 2km round trip course that takes you through virgin forests, cliff waterfalls, and animal hunting☆

• 4.6
• (8 reviews and experiences)

During the snowy season, you can walk through Shiretoko National Park, a World Heritage Site, on snowshoes. If there is no snow, you can walk without snowshoes. You can walk through natural forests and see waterfalls flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, huge icicles, and depending on the season, drifting ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are designated as natural monuments. In bad weather such as blizzards,

【Hokkaido・大雪山】絶景スノーシュー!旭岳ロープウェイからの眺めも最高!～旭岳・天人峡・姿見の池コース

• 4.3
• (8 reviews and experiences)

雄大な旭岳を見ながら大雪原をスノーシューで歩きます.噴気孔の近くまで行き,大自然の迫力を体感してください.

【Hokkaido・網走・オホーツク海】北半球最南端の流氷をバックにSUPクルージング体験.この感動を記憶に残してみよう.

• 5.0
• (1 review/experience)

日本国内初の流氷をバックにSUPができるツアーis.日本の北東部にrank置するオホーツク海では毎年流氷が浮かんでいるのが見られます.流氷の季節は1月から3月で,流氷SUPピークは2月後半〜３月上旬is.流氷SUPツアーは網走エリアでのオホーツク海で開催いたします.Hokkaidoは,流氷が現れる北半球の最南端のス

[Hokkaido, Tokachi] Near Obihiro Airport, reserved for one group! A niche spot at the foot of Hidaka Mountains National Park with outstanding transparency and location <Mirror Water SUP Stand Up Paddleboarding Experience>

This is a SUP/stand-up paddleboarding experience in the beautiful, naturally lush waters at the foot of the Hidaka Mountains Erimo Tokachi National Park. Enjoy a relaxing time and space on a tour that focuses on the beautiful waters and outstanding location of "Tokanich," a somewhat niche spot not well known even among locals. This is a private tour for one group, so you can relax and enjoy the experience without worrying about not being able to go alone.

[Hokkaido, Lake Shikotsu] Sunset SUP Tour | Drone Photography Included

★Sunset SUP tour at Lake Shikotsu, surrounded by mountains★ Watching the sun set from a SUP until the magic hour will blow away all your everyday worries! You will also receive a free drone video! Reservations are accepted until 10:00 PM the night before! (For same-day reservations, please contact us via our official LINE or Instagram DM)----------------◼︎ Open

[Hokkaido, near Sapporo] Pick-up and drop-off included. Private tent available. ★ Complete experience plan ❤️ Challenge yourself with drilling, catching fish, and making tempura! Ages 5 and up ❤️ Smelt fishing with a fishing master

• 4.8
• (14 reviews and experiences)

===================================Go fishing with a fishing sage! A plan to go smelt fishing empty-handed♪ Drilling holes, fishing, frying the smelt you catch... This is a smelt fishing tour where you do it all by yourself from start to finish! Since you're not prepared, you'll be taking on the challenge yourself, so you can learn while having fun.

[Hokkaido, near Sapporo] Ice fishing for smelt on the Barato River! Come empty-handed! Includes smelt tempura ♪ ~Pickup and drop-off from Sapporo Station~

• 4.5
• (57 reviews and experiences)

Located about 30-40 minutes by car from central Sapporo, the popular Ibarato River is the perfect place to experience ice fishing for smelt! Pick-up from Sapporo Station is included, and all equipment is provided, so you can come empty-handed! Feel free to join us. This is an outdoor activity, so please dress warmly. (Only rubber boots are available for free rental. Please request on the day.) Bait cannot be used.

[Hokkaido, near Sapporo] Transportation included! Private fishing spot & comfortable cabin with stove! Genghis Khan & smelt tempura tasting included! Half-day premium smelt fishing tour

• 4.9
• (41 reviews and experiences)

This is a smelt fishing experience tour brought to you by a leading smelt fishing guide who has guided the most customers in Hokkaido. This is a luxurious plan that will take you exclusively to the Minami fishing spot, known as the best spot, at Lake Shinotsu in Shinshinotsu Village, one of Hokkaido's best smelt fishing spots. It was also the location for filming the smelt fishing segment of a certain famous variety show from Hokkaido.

[Day Trip] Hokkaido D-Line Day Tour with Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Blue Pond, and Shirahige Falls

• 4.6
• (7 reviews and experiences)

~Schedule for the day~ [08:00] Sapporo Station North Exit, board the group bus (meeting point) [10:30] Asahiyama Zoo (approx. 120 minutes, including lunch, at your own expense) [13:20] Christmas tree (approx. 15 minutes) [14:10] Biei Blue Pond (approx. 30 minutes) [14:50] Shirahige Falls (approx. 20 minutes) [15:10] Return to central Sapporo and enjoy the day

[Hokkaido, Sapporo Snowshoe Trekking] Pick-up and drop-off included. A powdery snow forest where snow fairies, the long-tailed tit and the Hokkaido squirrel, lurk, or a snowy hill overlooking one of Japan's three great night views, the "glittering jewel box."

• 4.9
• (50 reviews and experiences)

====================================■ Choose your preferred plan for day or night! ■ Free rental of "snowshoe sets" for easy walking on fluffy snow! ■ (Day) Held in a forest inhabited by small animals such as long-tailed tits and Hokkaido squirrels! ■ (Night) Held on a snowy hill with a panoramic view of one of Japan's three greatest night views! ■

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] Ice fishing for smelt at Lake Kanayama, a winter tradition - includes tempura after catching! Ages 6 and up

• 4.6
• (11 reviews and experiences)

All you have to do is drill a hole in the frozen lake and set up the fishing gear! Once the fish bite, all you have to do is pull the line. Leave the tedious tasks of drilling holes, feeding, and setting up the gear to the guide! Once you learn the tricks, even beginners and children can easily try it! After catching the fish, you can fry them on the spot and make them into tempura! The taste is absolutely exceptional when you can fry them right after catching them, piping hot!

[Hokkaido, Sapporo] (Sapporo Ice Fishing Tour) ~ Sapporo Smelt Fishing Tour Create a happy time in Hokkaido with your family and friends.

Sapporo Smelt Ice Fishing Tour | Earth Outdoor Tours Welcome to the ultimate winter experience: catching sparkling silver fish on a frozen lake - that's the beloved winter tradition of Sapporo, "smelt fishing." Earth Outdoor Tours offers this uniquely Hokkaido experience in an easy and safe way. An unforgettable adventure that can be enjoyed by all ages.

[Hokkaido, Furano] Snowmobile experience! ★10km course★

• 4.9
• (6 reviews and experiences)

Snowmobiling seems difficult? Scary? Not at all! Your guide will give you a thorough explanation before leading the way, so even those who are nervous about driving or women can join with peace of mind. Why not take on the challenge of a journey into the unknown world of snow, including forest roads, mountains, and snowy fields that can only be reached by snowmobile?

[Hokkaido, Hakodate] Wakasagi fishing experience from the pier! Includes tempura tasting! Instructor guidance & close to Onuma Park Station ★ Parents and children, groups, and beginners welcome (you can participate empty-handed)

Why not take a short trip from Hakodate to try smelt fishing? Lake Onuma usually freezes over around mid-January, but for those of you who can't wait for it to freeze over, we offer a smelt fishing experience on the pier. We provide a complete set of fishing rods and bait, so you can enjoy unlimited fishing. Come empty-handed. It's also easily accessible, just a 5-minute walk from the station.

☆ Shiretoko World Heritage Site ☆ Snow trekking 3-hour course View of the virgin forest and cliffs stretching to Cape Shiretoko

• 4.6
• (23 reviews and experiences)

Walk through the virgin forest on snowshoes and view the cliffs that stretch all the way to Cape Shiretoko. You can see waterfalls flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, huge icicles, and depending on the season, drifting ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also be able to see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are designated as natural monuments. In the event of bad weather such as a snowstorm, we will contact you via your mobile device and, if you wish,