Can you go sledding on the slopes? Recommended snow activities for both adults and children & popular rankings!

Can you go sledding on the slopes? Recommended snow activities for both adults and children & popular rankings!
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On this page, we will introduce the activities you can enjoy on the slopes and snowy mountains. Sledding and snow play " special feature!

Popular rankings for snowshoeing experience tours, including sledding and snow play, A thorough introduction to plans recommended for families with small children I will.

In addition, Check out interesting information such as "Can you sled on the slopes?" Let's do it.

Popular ranking of snow play and sledding experience tours

First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Playing in the snow and sledding Experience Tour Popularity Ranking "We would like to introduce you to "

Includes sledding Can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to adults Snow play experience tours are ranked highly.

Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.

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We expect many reservations and inquiries for each plan during weekends, holidays, Golden Week, summer vacation, Silver Week, and other long holiday seasons. We recommend that you check the availability of your schedule and make reservations early.
1 Rank

[Snowshoe trekking in Hokkaido, Sapporo] Pick-up and drop-off available - A powdery snow forest where snow fairies such as 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"

n.s ride
Sapporo
13,200 circle 8,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!
  • 4.8
  • (5 reviews and experiences)

====================================■ You can choose your favorite plan, day or night! ■ We offer free rental of "snowshoe sets" for walking comfortably on the fluffy snow! ■ (Day) Held in a forest where small animals such as Japanese long-tailed tits and Hokkaido squirrels live! ■ (Night) Held on a snowy hill with a panoramic view of one of Japan's three great night views! ■

2 Rank

[Hokkaido, Sapporo area] Guaranteed to operate per group, per tent. Enjoy smelt fishing while avoiding crowds + more 1-day experience 2024~25

HORTO Sapporo
Ishikari, Sorachi, Chitose
9,900 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (16 reviews and experiences)

This is a smelt fishing experience that can be enjoyed in the ponds and river lakes of the Ishikari River system, about 50 minutes from the center of Sapporo city. In this COVID-19 era, we need to avoid crowded fishing in tents of about 3.3 square meters, follow the new Hokkaido guidelines and Go To Travel, and at the same time provide a worry-free winter experience. Therefore, we will be joining you on the ice.

3 Rank

[Snowshoeing in Hokkaido, Sapporo] Ezo owl hunt! Just like a snowman! Let's go see Ezo owls in the deep snow forest ☆ OK for ages 8 and up

n.s ride
Sapporo
13,200 circle 9,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!
  • 4.5
  • (1 review/experience)

~Leave your footprints in the snow-covered wilderness~This plan allows you to put on snowshoes and go on a great adventure in the wilderness of Nopporo Forest Park. Come into contact with small animals and wild birds in the wilderness of Nopporo Forest Park! ★You'll feel like a hunter as you observe small animals and wild birds by following the footprints left in the fluffy snow and the sounds of birds in the quiet forest.

4 Rank

[Asama Karuizawa / Nagano Gunma] Easy 1-day snowshoe hiking "Small Peak Hunt" ☆ Beginners welcome! Snowshoe winter mountain climbing experience tour

Outdoor Play Experience Tour Earth
Karuizawa, Saku, Komoro
8,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

Mornings are a little slower and more easy with plenty of content! Recommended for those who are new to winter mountain climbing and snowshoeing. Enjoy the exciting feeling of floating with an easy and authentic peak hunt. Enjoy lunch on the snow and a winter picnic experience. Depending on the snow conditions, head to the best field, such as Ko-Asamayama (close to Mt. Asama) or Takamineyama (easily over 2000m). Near Karuizawa, Kita-Karuizawa ~

5 Rank

[Tottori, Tottori Sand Dunes] Exhilarating! Sand Slider Experience | Japan's only sand slide experience with lessons included.

Tottori Sand Dunes Sandboard School Division
Tottori, Uradome Coast
3,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

The Sand Slider Experience is a one-of-a-kind experience where you slide down the Tottori Sand Dunes National Park on a sled and experience the exhilarating feeling of speed. Since it is an experience on soft sand, anyone can easily get started. With a 30 degree incline, you can experience the exhilarating feeling of speed as if you were riding a bicycle down a hill! Enjoy the spectacular view of the Sea of Japan before your eyes as you slide down the sand to your heart's content.

6 Rank

[Niigata, Echigo Yuzawa, Snowshoes] Go on a snowy hike in Echigo!

Astral Orange
Yuzawa and Naeba
9,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Excellent access, 0 minutes from the west exit of Echigo Yuzawa Station. There are many views that can only be seen in winter. Put on your snowshoes and go exploring in areas that are usually off-limits to people. Plan description Snowshoe tour in the snow-rich Echigo Yuzawa area! Meet in front of the station for easy access. Let's go exploring in snowshoes in the snow fields that are usually off-limits to people! Anyone can enjoy snowshoes.

7 Rank

[Enjoy Hokkaido's winter to the fullest♪] Spectacular ice scenery - Shichijo Otaki snow trekking tour ★ Photo gift

K-LABO
Ishikari, Sorachi, Chitose
9,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

★Let's go see the giant icicles, a mysterious art created by the nature of the northern land! ★The spectacular frozen waterfall and negative ions will soothe you♪ If you want to experience winter in Hokkaido, we recommend the spectacular scenery of the ice art! We recommend snow trekking at Shichijo Otaki♪ The waterfall covered with huge, mysterious icicles is a masterpiece♪ It is also wonderful to walk through the pure white snow forest to the waterfall. Animal footprints and wild birds

8 Rank

[Niigata, Tokamachi, Snowshoeing] Take a leisurely snow hike in the heavy snow area of Tokamachi! Includes tea time and hot springs (half day)

Astral Orange
Minamiuonuma, Tokamachi, Tsunan (Muikamachi)
7,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

The setting is Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, known as one of the snowiest areas in Japan. There are many scenery that can only be seen in winter. Put on snowshoes and go exploring in areas that are usually off-limits to people. Anyone can walk briskly. Enjoy a walk on the snow while enjoying the snowy scenery and winter nature. In the midst of nature that has been nurtured over time,

9 Rank

[Nagano, Otari] Cycle on the pure white slopes on a "fat bike" that can run on snow!

Otari Fat Bike Center
Hakuba and Otari
11,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

★A fat bike is a mountain bike that has evolved for the purpose of riding on snow. On this tour, you will cycle on pure white snow slopes. You won't have to worry about slipping or not being able to brake! This is because the tires are about 12cm wide, which means a large contact area with the snow, and they use the same derailleur system as a car.

10 Rank

[Hokkaido, Hakodate] Sledding tour around the ice islands in Onuma Quasi-National Park (15-20 minute course)

Onuma Cruise
Hakodate, Onuma, Matsumae
2,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Our exclusive ice pleasure boat! Cruise on the ice in 20 minutes! We have six large handmade sleds (10-seater). Our veteran instructors will take you on a leisurely snowmobile ride to enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of Lake Onuma. [Preschoolers] Children aged 0 to preschoolers can participate for free.

Ranking of popular areas for playing in the snow and sledding

" Where is the best place to play in the snow? "or" Where can I enjoy sledding? I'm sure many of you are researching information such as "

Kanto Koshinetsu, Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, etc. There are many regions and areas across Japan where you can enjoy playing in the snow and sledding.

From here, we will introduce the " Playing in the snow and sledding Popular area ranking "We will introduce you to "

Ishikari, Sorachi, Chitose (Hokkaido)
Sapporo (Hokkaido)
All of Yamagata (Yamagata)
Hakuba/Otari (Nagano)
Furano, Biei, Tomamu (Hokkaido)
Karuizawa, Saku, Komoro (Nagano)
Minamiuonuma, Tokamachi, Tsunan, Muikamachi (Niigata)
Azumino/Omachi (Nagano)
Hakodate, Onuma, Matsumae (Hokkaido)
Minakami (Gunma)
Based on Activity Japan booking data

What kind of snow and sledding activities can be enjoyed by both children and adults?

As a winter leisure activity, Fun snow activities and sledding for the whole family I'm sure there are many people looking for this.

For families with small children who are too young to start skiing or snowboarding, " Snowshoeing We recommend participating in the " is.

Snowshoes are originally A snow walking device also known as a Western version of snowshoes This is what I mean.

Put on those snowshoes, Snowshoeing is an activity where you can enjoy hiking through snowy mountains, observing flora and fauna, sledding on courses, and playing in the snow. is.

Below, we will introduce a safe and secure guided tour. Snowshoe experience tour recommended for families with small children We will introduce you to the following:

Snowshoe experience tour recommended plan

[Gunma/Minakami/1 day snowshoeing 5 hours] Family discount: A great discount plan for families!

Jag Sports! Gunma/Minakami/Minakami
Minakami
9,200 circle 8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!
  • 4.6
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

✨The service content is the same as the regular one-day snowshoe tour. If you participate as a family, you can get a discount of up to 1,000 to 500 yen off the adult/student fee per person. This is a great discount plan for families. ✅Full support for making memories! ★Free tour photos★Free pick-up and drop-off from Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station, and hotels★Free rental of clothing, gloves, and knitted hats★

[Hokkaido, Furano] All-you-can-play winter activities plan! (Light meals included)

White Koala Rental Ski
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
15,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (3 reviews/stories)

The snow activity plan includes snowshoeing in the mountains and a snowmobile that you can drive yourself. Lunch is a light meal in a room with a fireplace. After the meal, you can enjoy playing in the snow with White Koala's original sled! *Please take turns. In that case, please wait.

[Asama Karuizawa / Nagano Gunma] Snowshoe hiking half-day experience "Winter Forest Snow" First time, children, family ♪ Play in the snow together ♪ Enjoy the winter nature with snowshoes

Outdoor Play Experience Tour Earth
Karuizawa, Saku, Komoro
5,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Recommended for those who want to have fun casually and for families with small children. ◎ Walk and explore the winter forest! Observe animal footprints and winter buds, and enjoy snow activities such as sledding. Relax your mind and body with a cafe time on the snow. We will guide you to various fields depending on the snow conditions. Available in the Karuizawa and Kitakaruizawa areas - Yunomaru and Takamine Kogen areas. ◎ ◆ We cannot accommodate last-minute dates, weekends, holidays, or other special dates.

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" Can I sled on the slopes? Many people are probably looking for ski slopes where they can enjoy winter sports other than skiing and snowboarding, such as:

In snowy areas across the country, safety was taken into consideration. Many ski resorts and slopes have special zones for sledding and kids' areas. there is.

Also, sledding etc. Snow play equipment and snowwear available for rental Another nice thing is that there are many options.

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