Experiences unique to winter│Popular ranking of winter play/outdoor activities/leisure

On this page Outdoor activities/leisure/experiences/plays where you can fully enjoy winter in Japan A big feature!

Starting with Kanto Koshinetsu, which is easily accessible from Tokyo, Kansai, Hokkaido, etc. Popular ranking and recommended 5 winter activities held all over Japan Thoroughly introduce.

Enjoy family outings and dates from children to adults regardless of age or sex Fully enjoy winter in Japan with "experiences unique to winter" will do!

Popular prefectures for winter play, activities, leisure, and experiences

First of all, based on the latest reservation data of Activity Japan " Ranking of Popular Prefectures for Winter Activities, Activities, Leisure and Experiences , we will look at the areas and regions where many people enjoy playing in winter.

You can enjoy marine sports all year round Okinawa (including remote islands such as Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island) "Including," Tokyo "or" Yamanashi Popular spots that can be accessed on a day trip from the Kanto area, such as ", are ranked high.

Click on the name of the prefecture where you plan to travel or go out this winter. Check popular experience tour plans for each area/region will do.

Ranking of Popular Prefectures for Winter Activities, Activities, Leisure and Experiences

The first place	Okinawa
2nd place	Tokyo
3rd place	Yamanashi
4th place	Kyoto
5th place	Hokkaido
6th place	Kagoshima
7th place	Osaka
8th place	Kanagawa
9th place	Nara
10th place	Nagano

Activity paradise "Okinawa" is No. 1 popular even in winter!

Due to the mild climate, you can enjoy almost all marine sports and outdoor activities throughout the four seasons. Okinawa ” is overwhelmingly popular even in winter and ranked first.

A major marine sports event " scuba diving "or" Snorkeling Of course, " Parasailing "or" SUP It is possible to experience a wide variety of experience tour plans such as ” in winter as well as in summer.

again, "Whale watching" held only in winter (from the end of December to the end of March) It can be said that it is a unique feature of Okinawa in winter that many people can make travel plans for this purpose.

"Yamanashi" looking up at the snow-covered Mt.Fuji is popular!

It is a popular spot for day trips and driving because it can be accessed in about two hours by car or train from central Tokyo. Yamanashi ” is one of the best outdoor activities in the Kanto Koshinetsu region.

One of the Five Lakes of Fuji, a spectacular spot looking up at Mt. Fuji, which has been registered as a World Natural Heritage Site "Wakasagi fishing" held at "Lake Yamanaka" However, it is extremely popular as an outdoor leisure activity in winter.

Because it will be held on a dedicated boat "Dome Ship" that is not affected by rain and wind and is fully equipped with heating and toilets. Fishing beginners and small children can feel free to participate This is also the reason why it is so popular.

Experience the winter nature of "Hokkaido"!

Known as the mecca for winter sports and snow activities, making the most of Japan's northernmost area and abundant snowfall. Hokkaido ” is a highly recommended area for winter trips and outings like Activity Japan.

Enjoy fishing by making holes in the frozen lake surface Smelt fishing on ice (smelt fishing) Is one of the leading spots in Japan where "" is held. Snowshoes and snow trekking "or" Dog sledding , " Snowmobile You can enjoy experiences unique to the snow country.

In addition to visiting popular sightseeing spots and enjoying Hokkaido's specialty gourmet, there are also events such as the "Sapporo Snow Festival" and the "Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival". Abundant winter limited-time events and festivals That is also the reason why I recommend a winter trip to Hokkaido.

Popular items for winter play, activities, leisure, and experiences

Next, based on the latest reservation data of Activity Japan " Popular item ranking of winter play, activity, leisure, experience , we will check out the winter activities that are enjoyed by many people.

Ranked 1st in prefecture ranking With the popularity of "Okinawa", "snorkeling" and "experience diving (beginners OK)" etc. of marine sports activities are ranked high.

"" ranked in 3rd place Smelt fishing (smelt fishing) ”, you can reserve experience plans for spots called famous places such as “Yamanashi / Lake Yamanaka” and “Hokkaido”, as well as “Nagano / Lake Kizaki” and “Nagano / Lake Nojiri”.

Popular item ranking of winter play, activity, leisure, experience

The first place	Snorkeling
2nd place	Diving (scuba diving)
3rd place	Smelt fishing / ice smelt fishing
4th place	Canoe / kayak
5th place	Pottery experience / pottery class
6th place	SUP
7th place	fishing
8th place	Handmade accessories / accessories making
9th place	Four-wheeled buggy
10th place	Paraglider

In Okinawa, you can enjoy marine sports even in winter!

Marine sports represented by "snorkeling" and "experience diving (beginners OK)" “Okinawa”, where the popularity of travel continues even in winter Many reservations are gathered for the experience tour plan held in.

Among them, it belongs to the resort area "Onna Village" in the central part of the main island. Superb view marine spot "Maeda Cape / Blue Cave" Many experience tours held in Okinawa are overwhelmingly popular as experience-based sightseeing leisure in Okinawa travel.

Compared to the peak seasons of Okinawa trips such as summer vacation and Obon holidays Avoiding crowds and having a relaxing time is another advantage of experiencing winter activities in Okinawa. can be said.

Smelt fishing is very popular in winter!

As a winter play/activity/leisure/experience, it boasts a standard popularity every year. Smelt fishing (smelt fishing) "is.

In Japan, " Yamanashi / Lake Yamanaka "or" Hokkaido There are many famous places scattered around the lake, and it is popular with many tourists as a leisure activity for traveling and going out.

Fishing beginners and small children can catch relatively easily It is also attractive that you can cook and eat the caught public fish (smelt) as tempura or deep-fried on the spot.

5 Recommended Winter Games, Activities, Leisure, and Experiences

Then, "Activity Japan editorial department carefully selected from many winter sports and winter play" 5 Recommended Winter Games, Activities, Leisure, and Experiences I will introduce.

As a tourist leisure during winter vacation and New Year holidays, " Skiing and snowboarding aren't enough! If you are thinking about it, or if you are looking for other interesting winter activities, please refer to it and enjoy the winter in Japan.

1. Smelt fishing (smelt fishing)

The lakes and marshes all over Japan are used as playfields, and are held from winter to early spring. Smelt fishing (smelt fishing) ".

mainly, Two types of "ice fishing for smelt" and "dome boat smelt fishing" The method of holding the event varies depending on the area, temperature, and whether the surface of the lake freezes.

Not only is it fun as an activity, but you can also try freshly caught smelt. It is also attractive to be able to cook and eat tempura and fried chicken is one of

Reference data of national smelt fishing (smelt fishing) experience plan

Smelt fishing experience tour reservation popularity ranking

2. Snowshoes and snow trekking

An adventure experience where you can go on an adventure into a deep snowy forest by wearing a snow walker, also known as the "Western version of snowshoes". Snowshoes and snow trekking ".

While strolling through the snowy mountains, Observation of animals and plants living in the great outdoors of winter, lunch and tea time at scenic spots, fresh snow sliders using sleds, etc. There are various ways to enjoy each tour.

In Japan, it is mainly held in areas where snow is recorded in winter, Popular in areas such as Hokkaido, Nagano, Tochigi, Gunma, and Niigata there is.

Reference data for national snowshoe / snow trekking experience plans

Snowshoe / Snow trekking experience tour reservation popularity ranking

3. Whale watching

The only outdoor activity to enjoy in the tropical country of the winter season " Whale watching (whale watching) ".

Watch the flocks of humpback whales that return to the southern seas to breed in the winter. "Okinawa", "Kagoshima Remote Islands", etc. It is a very moving nature tour where you can take a high-speed boat to observe.

Many hands-on tours Held every year from the end of December to April of the following year It is a highly popular event for sightseeing leisure during winter trips to Okinawa and Kagoshima remote islands.

Reference data for national whale watching experience plans

Whale watching experience tour reservation popularity ranking

4. Snowmobile

A popular type of outdoor vehicle activity that can be enjoyed in the winter of the snowy country " Snowmobile ".

Straddle a cool machine that can run tough on a snowy forest course and spread all over Exhilarating feeling that makes you explode in the heavy snowfield is attractive.

Most of the courses we run are privately owned. It is possible to operate without a special license is.

Reference data for national snowmobile experience plans

Snowmobile experience tour reservation popularity ranking

5. Backcountry

A winter activity for intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders Backcountry ".

An instructor who knows all about the local snowy mountains Glide on the finest powder snow that you can't experience at the ski resort It will guide you to the point where you can.

Mainly because the field is a course that is prohibited for individuals, Be sure to participate in a tour guided by a professional and enjoy the snowy mountains safely and securely. ..

Reference data for national backcountry experience plans

Backcountry Experience Tour Reservation Popularity Ranking

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