![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/52392/10000005239201_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239202_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239203_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239204_njMNQ1EC_4.jpg?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239205_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239206_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239207_njMNQ1EC_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239208_1RP5Xxo3_4.JPG?version=1761547923)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucherの紹介画像](https://img.activityjapan.com/11/52392/11000005239209_C3lyYsXO_4.jpg?version=1761547927)
[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Ibaraki River] Ice fishing for smelt departing at 8:15 AM ◆ Includes a 1,300 yen Chateraise dessert voucher or hot spring bath voucher
- Beginners welcome - First try
- Empty-hands OK
- Pick-up & Drop-off
- Charter possible
- Operate rain or shine
- Children welcome
-
Possible number of bookings2～4
-
Participating age3Age ～ 80 Age
-
Duration2～3 hours 他
■Schedule■ Meet at 8:10 AM / Depart at 8:15 AM in front of the 1st floor entrance under the Sapporo TV Tower, Sapporo Odori Nishi 1-chome ↓ Arrive at Chateraise Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort around 9:00 AM Meet at the left side behind the front desk (Those meeting at the hotel can park in the hotel's day-use parking lot. Please be sure to let us know that you do not require transportation.) ↓ After a toilet break, preparation, and a fishing lesson, travel to a nearby fishing spot by private vehicle (takes 5-15 minutes) ↓ Smelt fishing experience begins (approximately 9:20 AM - 11:20 AM). We will provide a dedicated tent, fishing equipment, tackle, bait, etc., so you can participate empty-handed. A local expert guide will guide and instruct you. (Stay for approximately 2 hours) (You can try the smelt you catch in tempura (limited quantity)). Feel free to enjoy it at your leisure during the time allotted. ↓ After the experience, travel back to the hotel by private vehicle. (The journey takes 5 to 15 minutes) ↓ (*You will be given a Chateraise sweets voucher (worth 1,300 yen), which you can purchase at the shop. If you wish, you can also exchange it for a hot spring bathing voucher.) ↓ Depart at 12:10 on the Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort shuttle bus. (For those wishing to bathe in the hot springs, there is a bus that departs at 15:00.) ↓ *Arrive at the north exit of Sapporo Station around 12:50. End of the tour
Get your choice of hot spring or sweets ticket! Please use it on the day.
Round-trip transportation is included for a hassle-free experience. To return, take the shuttle bus that departs from the hotel at 12:10 and arrives at the north exit of Sapporo Station at around 12:50.
We have some clothes available, but please dress warmly if possible.
Select your preferred day
About fees
Basic fee
※The list price includes tax.
※The above price is a basic fee.
※Fees may vary depending on schedule, please check the fee displayed after selecting the date.
| Payment methods |
|
|---|---|
| Display of the Specified Commercial Transactions Act | Display of the Specified Commercial Transactions Act |
| Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 7 days before the event date. |
| About cancellation | ◆Please be sure to contact us in case of cancellation. If canceled due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fee will be charged.・If you cancel 7 to 2 days before your participation date, starting from the day before your participation date: 30% of the participation fee ・If you cancel the day before your participation date: 40% of your participation fee ・If canceled on the day of participation: 50% of the participation fee ・If canceled on the day of participation without contact: 100% of the participation fee *Due to bad weather and conditions, etc. In case of cancellation, there will be no cancellation fee. |
| About event termination | ●Please note that due to circumstances such as freezing conditions, strong winds, and rough weather, some of the content may be changed or the tour may be canceled. In that case, we will contact you at least 60 minutes before departure, so please be sure to let us know your mobile phone number in advance. |
Detailed information of this plan
| Required minimum number of participants | 2 Person(s) |
|---|---|
| Possible number of bookings | 2～4 |
| About duration |
2～3 hours
/
4～5 hours
The journey from departure to return takes approximately 4 hours and 40 minutes.
|
| Operating period | 2026/1/16〜2026/3/08 The event period in March may be shorter depending on the frozen state of the river. |
| Assembly time | Please gather in front of the 1st floor entrance under the Sapporo Odori TV Tower by 8:10. If you would like to meet up directly at the venue, please park your car in the free parking lot of Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Hotel & Resort and meet at the designated counter on the left at the back of the front desk at 9:00. |
| Booking deadline | until 14:59 2 days before |
| Matters require attention | ●Tents are generally 3-6 people per tent. (If two people apply, you may be seated with two other people.) ●Please note that the tour may be subject to change or cancellation due to icy conditions, strong winds, or inclement weather. In such cases, we will contact you at least 60 minutes prior to departure, so please be sure to provide your mobile phone number in advance. ●You can also make your own way to the local hotel. When making your reservation, please be sure to indicate in the comments section that you will not be using the shuttle service. Please park your car in the hotel's day parking lot and come to the reception desk at 9:00 AM. After you finish fishing, you are free to return to the hotel at your leisure. The same fee will apply. |
|---|---|
| Other notifications | ●Due to natural conditions and individual skill, there may be cases where you are unable to catch many smelt, but in such cases no refunds will be given. We appreciate your understanding. Also, from the perspective of resource conservation, we ask that you ultimately release any fish you catch. We appreciate your cooperation. ●In this experience, we may provide transportation services that do not require road transport permits or registration. Please note that we may use our tour guide's private car for some sections. |
Plan attractions
Best points near Sapporo! It's conveniently located about 40 minutes by car from Sapporo city. There is a hotel nearby where you can take a break, so you can rest assured.
Comes with a delightful sweets ticket You can purchase souvenirs using a sweets purchase ticket worth 1,300 yen.
Time schedule
Click here for the meeting place! Please meet under the TV tower in Odori Park, Sapporo.
Access - Map
In front of the 1st floor entrance under Sapporo TV Tower
Please park your car in the Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort's day-use parking lot (free of charge), prepare your car, and come to the reception desk at the back of the front desk by 9:00.
No particulars
Approximately 35 minutes by taxi from the north exit of Sapporo Station. The fee is approximately 4,800 yen per car.
All reviews 0Results
Q&A about this plan Ask question about this plan
Q. If my kids don’t want to fish for 2 hours, can we fish for one hours, end early and go to hotel earlier for hot spring? And then leave together at the 12:10pm shuttle?
A.
Thank you for contacting us.
Yes, it is possible. We will drop you off at hotel early at the time
you prefer.
It will be busy, but please be careful not to miss the 12:10 bus.
We look forward to your reservation.
Activity Provider of this plan
| Authorization issued by | Governor of Hokkaido |
|---|---|
| Insurance information | Zentabikyo Travel Disaster Compensation System |
| License and Qualifications | Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-644 |
| Member organizations and associations | ANTA National Travel Agent Association regular member |
| Number of staff | 12 people |
| Number of instructors | 6 people |
(株)ブルーツーリズム北海道 handling plan list
![[Held near Sapporo, Barato River / Approx. 5 hours] 11:00 departure Ice fishing for smelt with round-trip transportation and a 1,300 yen dessert voucher for Chateraise or a hot spring bath voucher.](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/19525/10000001952501_E5psllB3_2.JPG?version=1761551822)
![[Held in the Ibarato River near Sapporo, Hokkaido] Ice fishing for smelt | Weekends and holidays only 11:00 departure from Sapporo Station ★ Lunch buffet included](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/19526/10000001952601_coEgVIGu_2.JPG?version=1730705402)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo] Nigiri Sushi Experience Class ~ A craftsman will teach you in a fun way ~](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/59170/10000005917001_ORnmMKnB_2.jpg?version=1761555844)
Sapporo popular plans
![[Hokkaido/Sapporo suburbs] Wakasagi fishing experience on ice at Ibarado River! Comes with smelt tempura ♪ ~Transportation from Sapporo Station included~](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/40530/10000004053001_nRoS3Q9c_2.jpg?version=1746123302)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo area] Pick-up and drop-off available, tent rental available ★ Full experience plan ❤️ Challenge yourself from drilling holes to catching fish and making tempura! OK for ages 5 and up ❤️ Smelt fishing with a fishing hermit](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/51366/10000005136601_MbqfX7Hq_2.JPG?version=1741562163)
![[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"](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/50414/10000005041401_AkIjzkP8_2.jpg?version=1740497342)
![[Day Trip] Hokkaido D-Line Day Trip with Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Blue Pond, and Shirahige Falls](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/56704/10000005670401_P3BiVCAd_2.jpg?version=1744362363)
![[Hokkaido / Sapporo suburbs] With transportation! Comfortable in a chartered fishing spot and a hut with a stove! Genghis Khan & Smelt tempura tasting included! Half-day premium smelt fishing tour](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/11601/10000001160101_GLvDP0eK_2.jpeg?version=1739167623)
![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](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/12988/10000001298801_nsHJGCSr_2.jpeg?version=1759406525)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo] Same-day reservations accepted! Ice fishing experience with transportation! Tempura included! Separate flush toilets for men and women and a warm rest hut! Safe for women and children!](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/52489/10000005248901_WnZ7q581_2.JPG?version=1735693322)
![[Hokkaido, Sapporo area] Support for students! Student discount plan! Experience ice fishing for wakasagi (smelt) on the Barato River! Includes wakasagi tempura♪ ~Pickup and drop-off from Sapporo Station~](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/57978/10000005797801_nRoS3Q9c_2.jpg?version=1746123362)
![[Hokkaido / Sapporo suburbs] Shinshinotsu Shinotsu Hunan fishing ground gathering! Sapporo suburbs economy smelt fishing experience half-day tour (tent fishing with stove, light guide plan)](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/39423/10000003942301_qxGd1ydw_2.jpg?version=1740099903)
![[Hokkaido Eniwa] trying to enjoy nature in Hokkaido in the riding! Horse trekking experience [2 hours]](https://img.activityjapan.com/10/11335/10000001133501_iLOF6G9E_2.jpg?version=1747281843)
