Winter sports popular ranking list
Snow is falling December You can enjoy it from around Winter Sports Featured !
The Activity Japan editorial team has selected these activities from their own unique perspective. The cold becomes severe Winter sports that can only be enjoyed in winter of, Introduced in ranking format I will.
Fun for both kids and adults So it's also recommended for winter vacation outings.
table of contents
- 1 Winter sports popularity ranking #1: Smelt fishing
- 2 Winter Sports Popularity Ranking 2nd: Snowshoeing/Snow Trekking
- 3 Winter sports popularity ranking 3rd place: Backcountry
- 4 Winter sports popularity ranking 4th place: Snowmobiling
- 5 5th place in the Winter Sports Popularity Ranking: Skiing and Snowboarding
- 6 Summary of popular winter sports rankings
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Winter sports popularity ranking #1: Smelt fishing
A popular winter feature
Smelt fishing
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Sea fishing
Unlike,
The tools and mechanisms are very simple.
is.
The smelt I caught was,
A plan where you can have tempura made on the spot
too.
Fun for both children and adults,
The most popular winter activity
is.
Smelt fishing is
Styles vary by location
This is one of its charms.
Drill a hole into the frozen lake and drop a fishing line
Ice fishing
or,
A dome-shaped boat specially designed for smelt fishing allows you to enjoy fishing in comfort without worrying about the wind or cold.
Dome ship
And so on.
"I want to enjoy the outdoors," "I don't like being in the cold for long periods of time," etc. You can enjoy it in a style that suits your needs. .
Trying this in the clear winter air is sure to leave you feeling refreshed.
Why not try out some smelt fishing?
At Activity Japan, Hokkaido , Nagano , Yamanashi , Gunma You can enjoy smelt fishing in various places, such as:
If you want an experience plan that includes all the fishing equipment,
Come empty-handed
.
There are plans where you can cook your own freshly caught fish, or leave it to the professionals to cook it for free at the store,
Boat Rental
or
Plans where you can participate with your pet dog
,
Pick-up and drop-off plan
etc.
Various contents and benefits
is.
Once you find a plan that interests you, enjoy it with your whole family on the weekend or during winter holidays.
[Hokkaido, Furano] Ice fishing for smelt in Lake Kanayama (half-day course)
Come empty-handed! Rentals are also available! Half-day smelt fishing course♪♪ Why not spend some fun time in a tent specially designed for smelt fishing on a completely frozen lake? Even if you are new to fishing, the guide will teach you how to use the rod and how to attach bait, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind♪♪ The smelts in the clean water are best fried in tempura on the spot.
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.
Speaking of winter, smelt fishing is the best, and the freshly caught fish tastes especially good! Although smelt are small fish, their twitching response is very exciting! It can be enjoyed by both adults and children. At Lake Kizaki in Nagano Prefecture, you can fish from a dome boat. The dome protects you from snow, rain, and wind, so it's comfortable even in the cold winter♪ Lake Kizaki has beautiful winter scenery, and of course the water is clean, so you can enjoy smelt fishing.
An indoor boat where you can fish for smelt (public fish), a seasonal winter feature on Lake Yamanaka. This boat, commonly known as the "Smelt Dome Boat," can be chartered for up to 8 people, so it is recommended for group reservations. Also, since it is a chartered boat, it is safe during times of virus epidemics. We thoroughly clean and disinfect the boat after rental. You can enjoy it in a warm space, so women and small children can enjoy it. 0 years old and over
Let's go smelt fishing at Lake Yamanaka! This course includes rental fishing rods and tackle. (Optional rental fishing rods are also available) *Bait will cost an additional 100 yen on-site. You can enjoy fishing for up to 6 hours from 7:00 to 13:00. When making a reservation, please apply for your desired boarding time (you can disembark at any time on-site).
Enjoy ice fishing for smelt at Lake Onuma, Mount Akagi! Enjoy fishing on the ice of Lake Onuma, located at the summit area of Mount Akagi in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture, 2 hours from Tokyo. You can enjoy the whole day there, including an area where you can play in the snow within walking distance, Akagi Shrine, which is said to grant women's wishes, and Torii Pass, where you can enjoy a spectacular view without having to climb a mountain. It is best to start ice fishing for smelt in the morning.
Winter Sports Popularity Ranking 2nd: Snowshoeing/Snow Trekking
Walking through the snowy mountains Snowshoeing and snow trekking teeth, Winter sports where you can enjoy the natural beauty of winter .
Wearing snowshoes designed to keep your feet from sinking into the snow, It's easy to walk even in deep snow, so families with children can enjoy it together. .
Pure white snow scenery And they survive in harsh winters Wild Animal Footprints etc. As you walk, discovering new things along the way, you will also feel refreshed both physically and mentally. Yo.
If you want to go snow trekking,
A safe and enjoyable guided tour
It is recommended to participate in
.
A hidden gem with a spectacular view
or,
Local information only a guide can provide
They will also introduce you to other things, so it feels special.
Popular areas for snow trekking have a lot of snow and are home to many wild animals.
Hokkaido
or
Aomori
, close to the city center
Tochigi
,
Gunma
etc. are available in various locations.
There are also course plans with gentle ups and downs.
So,
Recommended for beginners and families with children
.
In addition to equipment rental,
There are various benefits, such as free photo and video data gifts
.
Ice art created by the winter nature.
Plan to enjoy ice falls
There is also one.
Why not experience the wonder of winter on a family trip this winter break?
Asahiyama Memorial Park, a representative forest of Sapporo, is located about 20 minutes by car from the center of Sapporo and is a primeval forest designated as a natural monument.
This plan does not support English.
This tour allows you to snowshoe while viewing the frost-covered trees at Mt. Hakkoda, a collective name for multiple volcanoes towering to the south of Aomori City and one of Japan's 100 most famous mountains. The course starts with taking the Mt. Hakkoda ropeway to the summit, then walking down at a leisurely pace while enjoying the scenery. Your guide will take you through the magnificent views from the ropeway station at a leisurely pace. Duration:
[Until March 20th] Once the autumn leaves have fallen, the 2025 winter season will finally arrive! This is a snow trekking trip to a frozen waterfall called Hyobaku in Zao, Yamagata. Every winter, the entire huge waterfall freezes over, creating a frozen waterfall that is about 30 meters high and several tens of meters wide. It is difficult to convey the power of this sight in a photograph.
[Tochigi, Nikko] Frozen Waterfall Snowshoe Hike - Phantom Waterfall "Kurotaki Course" with Hot Soup
Snowshoe hiking tour for beginners. *This is the most recommended plan for enjoying the ice waterfall. Kurotaki is a 20m waterfall located at an altitude of about 1123m, and freezes in the severe cold to become a magnificent ice waterfall. English Guide Available
[Gunma/Minakami/Half-day Snowshoeing 3 hours] Family Discount: A great discount plan for families!
This plan does not support English.
✨The service content is the same as the regular half-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★
This plan does not support English.
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 ~
This is a course for those who are trying snowshoeing for the first time. It is a flat course with no major ups and downs, so children are also welcome to participate. Lunch will be taken in a covered area. Leave your footprints on the pristine snow. You are sure to find footprints of animals that live robustly in the winter. We will decide the best course for you based on the conditions on the day.
Winter sports popularity ranking 3rd place: Backcountry
Backcountry
It is not a well-maintained area like a ski slope,
Glide freely on the untouched snow of nature.
Skiing and snowboarding: Winter sports for advanced skiers
is.
You can enjoy the open feeling of being one with nature.
It's an exciting experience that will refresh your mind and body.
To enjoy the backcountry,
In addition to skiing and snowboarding skills,
Requires safety equipment and extensive knowledge about snowy mountains
is.
There is a risk of injury or disaster
Therefore,
Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced,
Guided tour
We recommend you to join
.
Backcountry tours are not just about skiing and snowboarding.
Up to the point
Snow Trekking
May also include
.
On the way to the point,
I recommend it because you can enjoy the feeling of fluffy snow.
That's right.
Activity Japan has a wealth of snow Hokkaido or Nagano And so on. Plans to enjoy backcountry skiing according to your level Abundant is located.
Hot drinks and
Photo data present
etc.
There are plans with special offers
So be sure to check it out.
Experience the wonders of nature with your family.
[Hokkaido, Niseko] Beginners are welcome! Backcountry tour! 1-day tour
Come and enjoy the best powder in Niseko! Our experienced guides with over 20 years of experience will guide you safely and enjoyably through Niseko's beautiful snowy mountains! We offer tours tailored to your needs, from affordable mountains to Mt. Yotei. Our guides use split boards and can also do seal hikes, so skiers are welcome to join us.
[Hokkaido, Asahikawa] Backcountry guide around Mt. Asahi with a professional guide<初心者OK>
This plan does not support English.
Departing and arriving at Asahikawa Station! This is a backcountry guided tour using the Daisetsuzan Ropeway to ski around Asahidake. In winter, the harsh environment of temperatures below minus 20 degrees brings with it the best dry powder snow. You can take the ropeway from Asahidake Onsen at the foot of the mountain to an altitude of 1,600m, so you can enjoy the finest powder snow as many times as you like. If the weather is good,
The Furano-Biei area, where the majestic Tokachi Mountain Range is located, has many 2,000m-class mountains. Among them, we will guide you to the best area of Sandanyama, which is relatively easy to access, taking into consideration the weather and snow quality of the day. ~Schedule for the day~ 8:00 Depart from Hakuginso or Ryounkaku After a briefing and equipment check, you will depart. 10:30 Arrive at the summit
[Hokkaido, Furano] Backcountry guided tour to the "secret mountain"
We will tow a snowmobile through the mountains, which are not often visited by people, to the base of the mountain, and then hike up. This tour is for experts because the hike is hard. ~Schedule~ 8:00 Meet at Lawson. Travel to the destination (15 minutes). After a briefing and equipment check, we will depart. 12:30 Arrive at the summit and have lunch. If the weather is good, we will aim to reach the summit.
This plan does not support English.
This is a backcountry tour for those who are experiencing backcountry skiing for the first time or who want to enjoy it casually. The Hakuba Valley area is home to a variety of backcountry ski fields that are rare even in the world. On the day of each tour, we will guide you to the best field according to the conditions at that time.
This plan does not support English.
This backcountry tour is for experienced backcountry skiers and those who want to experience and enjoy the charm of Hakuba backcountry. The Hakuba Valley area is home to a variety of backcountry fields that are rare even in the world. On the day of each tour, we will guide you to the best field depending on the conditions at that time.
Winter sports popularity ranking 4th place: Snowmobiling
Snowmobile The charm of The exhilaration of running through the snow is.
Snowmobiles are stable and easy to operate.
Accelerator and brake only
Easy to handle and
If it is a private road or private property
You can drive without a license
The feature is
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Even beginners and women can enjoy driving right away.
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There is no age restriction but, At JSSA (Japan Snowmobile Safety Promotion Association), Recommended for ages 16 and up So please use it as a reference.
Snowmobiling can be experienced anywhere there is snow, but especially in
Hokkaido
It is very popular in
Hakodate
or
Furano
,
Tokachi
or
Sapporo area
You can enjoy it in a variety of areas.
A sense of speed as you race through the magnificent natural scenery
and,
Beautiful winter scenery in Hokkaido
is recommended for those who want to experience something out of the ordinary.
Snowmobile experiences available through Activity Japan include: Plans for children aged 5 and over You can drive from age 6. Plan to ride a child-only machine There is also one.
To enjoy safely,
Pre-lectures also available
It has been done.
Enjoy activities that can only be experienced in winter with your family.
This plan does not support English.
A fantastical world begins the moment you hop on your snowmobile and step into the great outdoors. Based on the concept of "luxurious snow play for adults," we have developed some of the best snowmobile courses in the country. A total distance of 90km!! Encounter wild animals, hear the trees breathing... Enjoy the mountain course with a panoramic view of the Sea of Japan. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience the winter scenery of Hokkaido.
Our staff will explain the process, so even beginners and women can easily drive! We offer a long course with 2 laps of 1000 meters each. This is a plan for one person. If you would like a two-seater, please make a reservation under a different product. *Group discounts are available for reservations of 10 or more people. Please apply under a different plan.
[Hokkaido, Hakodate] Race across the lake! Snowmobile on ice (2-seater) at Onuma Quasi-National Park
Our staff will explain the driving process, so even beginners and women can easily drive! We offer a long course with 2 laps of 1000 meters each. This is a plan for 2 people. If you would like to drive alone, please make a reservation for a different product. Age: 5 years and older can participate / 18 years and older can drive. *If you are making a reservation for 10 or more people,
[Hokkaido, Tokachi] Let's ride through the ranch in a Tokachi style! Snowmobile open ride!
You will ride a snowmobile, which you don't usually have a chance to ride, and drive through a large ranch. Even if you are a first-time snowmobiler, you can participate with confidence as you will have lessons. This is a tour where you can enjoy fresh snow on a large ranch, typical of Tokachi.
Why not try racing through the fields in a four-wheeled buggy? A four-wheeled buggy is extremely stable, so you can ride it with ease. Children under 13 can also enjoy riding with their guardians! Ride through the fields and feel the breeze on your cheeks.
[Niigata, Naeba] Snowmobile tour (Fun for parents and children! 60-minute course!)
Fun for children as young as first grade! Parents and children can practice riding together on the groomed and leveled Mobile Land. Afterwards, you will pass through the forest and head to the snowy plains under the guidance of a guide. You can have a rare experience of riding through the silvery white wilderness with your child. *Available in Japanese and English only.
5th place in the Winter Sports Popularity Ranking: Skiing and Snowboarding
Popular winter sports include:
Skiing and Snowboarding
Many people probably think of this.
Both offer the exhilaration of skiing down a snowy mountain and the sense of accomplishment you get when you reach the finish line.
A popular activity that can be enjoyed by both children and adults
is.
Among them Hokkaido or Niigata , Nagano , Gunma etc. Famous ski resort area Many skiers and snowboarders from all over the country gather at .
Every ski resort in the area
Courses for all levels from beginner to advanced
or,
A play area for small children
We have set up
.
However, if you are skiing or snowboarding for the first time, you should take precautions to avoid injury.
Need to practice the basics
There is.
For beginners to enjoy skiing and snowboarding safely,
With instructor support
Lesson School
It is recommended to participate in
.
If you are looking for a small group or private lesson plan,
You'll get the hang of it in no time and improve quickly
Yo.
Great value with discounts on meals, hot spring admission tickets, and school lessons
Lift ticket
Also available for reservation.
This winter break, why not enjoy the classic winter sports of skiing and snowboarding?
Snowboard lessons in Rusutsu and Niseko, where you can enjoy the world-famous powder snow of Hokkaido. This school is run by a husband and wife team of snowboard lovers who have snowboarded for over 20 years, have taught over 2,000 people, and are both certified A-class instructors. All of our staff will provide you with thorough and fun lessons! If you are new to snow sports,
This plan does not support English.
At Surf Company Snowboard School, we have experienced coaches for each style you are aiming for, so you can learn difficult and in-depth questions, techniques, and practice methods. Please rest assured that we will proceed with a reasonable practice method that takes into account each person's skiing skills and physical strength.
This is a lift ticket plan for Mt. Grand View Ski Resort, a retro ski resort that evokes the Showa era. Beginners and families with children can enjoy skiing with peace of mind. Of course, snowboarding is also allowed on the entire slopes. This is a ski resort where you can ski at your leisure without having to wait for the lift.
[Niigata/Echigo Yuzawa] Enjoy ski slopes for beginners! NASPA Ski Garden One-Day Lift Ticket♪
This is a lift ticket plan for the NASPA Ski Garden ski resort in Echigo Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture. Enjoy skiing at your leisure on the ski slopes. For families, we recommend the Kids Garden. *Please exchange for a lift ticket at the ticket counter.
This is a great value day trip package ticket that includes a one-day ticket for the Cupid Valley Lift, a 1,000 yen meal voucher to be used at the restaurant "Blanc Neige," and an admission ticket to the neighboring Yukidaruma Onsen "Kubikino"! It also comes with discount vouchers for 500 yen off rentals and lessons, so it's a great deal!
Fun is our number one priority! Low-cost private on-site ski and snowboard lessons♪
To be honest, beginners often can't enjoy skiing or snowboarding. Falling hurts. And it's cold. It's good to go skiing with experienced people and get taught, but there are also experienced people there, so it's common for people to be thrown off halfway through skiing. I was thrown off at the top when I was a beginner and fell over.
Summary of popular winter sports rankings
Popular Winter Sports of, Introduced in ranking format I did.
Winter sports are Many of these activities offer a sense of accomplishment and exhilaration, and also allow you to enjoy extraordinary experiences and spectacular views. Therefore, Also recommended for relieving stress That's right.
We tend to get less exercise during the winter, so be sure to use this article as a reference and enjoy some special winter experiences.
*The content of this article is current as of November 2024.