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 9,350 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!
  • 4.8
  • (59 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, Hakodate] Sledding tour around the ice islands in Onuma Quasi-National Park (15-20 minute course)

Onuma Cruise
Hakodate, Onuma, Matsumae
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (2 reviews/experiences)

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.

3 Rank

[Hokkaido, Sapporo area] One group, one tent guaranteed. Enjoy smelt fishing + more 1-day experience 2025-26

HORTO Sapporo
Ishikari, Sorachi, Chitose
9,900 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (17 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.

4 Rank

[Early Booking 28] Guaranteed to operate per group, per tent. Enjoy smelt fishing + more one-day experience 2025-26

HORTO Sapporo
Sapporo
8,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

This plan is for customers who have plans in advance, and is limited to a certain number of groups, and offers even better value if you make a reservation 28 days in advance. Other than that, it is the same as the regular plan. It is a smelt fishing experience to enjoy 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 have avoided the method of fishing where you have to share a table in a tent of about 1 tsubo (approximately 3.3 m2), and have decided to use the new Hokkaido Gangnam fishing method.

5 Rank

✴️【Niigata・Echigo Yuzawa・Snowshoeing】Hike on the snow in Echigo! ⛄️❄️

Astral Orange
Yuzawa and Naeba
9,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

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.

6 Rank

[Iwate, Morioka City] "Mahora Iwate Ice World 2026" Snow Activity Course on the Mahora Liner, departing from Morioka Station (with selectable benefits)

Travel Link Co., Ltd.
Morioka
5,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

This season's theme is "Ice World, City of Fire." Set in Yabukawa, Morioka City, the coldest place on the main island of Honshu, a fantastic winter town will unfold, woven with ice structures and lit by flames. There will be plenty of activities to keep both adults and children hooked, such as sledding, snow rafting, snow buggies, and searching for jewels in the snow! It's a "winter adventure" that everyone can enjoy. Enjoy a special winter with friends, lovers, and precious family.

7 Rank

[Tokamachi, Niigata] Experience the snow country culture of "Honyaradou" featured in a best-selling book from the Edo period!

NPO GGG (Kiyotayama Campsite)
Minamiuonuma, Tokamachi, Tsunan (Muikamachi)
8,800 Yen ~ (tax included)

In the snowy room called "Hon-Yara-Do," there is a charcoal kotatsu that doesn't use electricity! You can eat rice cakes and sweets while sitting in the kotatsu. At night, candles are lit in the Hon-Yara-Do. *Fireworks and hotpot are available as options. Our staff will be able to speak simple English and use a translator. If you are unsure, we can assist you with an interpreter (fees apply).

8 Rank

✴️【Niigata・Tokamachi・Snowshoeing】A fun snow hike in the heavy snow region of "Tokamachi"! Includes tea time and hot springs (half day)⛄️❄️

Astral Orange
Minamiuonuma, Tokamachi, Tsunan (Muikamachi)
9,500 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

[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.

10 Rank

[Gunma / Mount Akagi] Snowshoe hiking tour

AKAGI ACTIVITY STYLE
Maebashi, Takasaki, Isesaki, Ota, Haruna
5,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a private tour accompanied by a guide where you will put on snowshoes and take a leisurely stroll around Mount Akagi in winter. As you walk through the snow-covered forests and snowy fields, you can enjoy the natural scenery and beautiful scenery that can only be seen in winter. Snowshoes are items that are attached to the bottom of your shoes and allow you to walk comfortably on snow. You will walk through the forest where a world of silvery white spreads, and enjoy the snow created by nature.

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/5-hour snowshoeing tour in one day] Family discount: A great discount plan for families!

Jag Sports! Gunma/Minakami/Minakami
Minakami
10,000 circle 9,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
Discount campaign underway!
  • 4.7
  • (9 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 you go sledding on the slopes? Recommended snow activities for both adults and children & popular rankings!

" 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.

Travel etc. Check out the ski resorts and slopes near your destination Let's try it.

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