Akita in Winter sports / Snow activities

• Age 6～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00

Snowshoe trekking at the foot of the World Heritage site "Shirakami-Sanchi"! You can easily experience snowshoe trekking in an area close to the village. You can even dive into the snow for photogenic photos!♪ Participants from 6 years old can participate, so it's perfect for making memories with your children! You can feel the majestic nature while slowly trekking in the fluffy snow on snowshoes. Participants will be guided by experienced certified guides from the Akita Shirakami Guide Association. Even those who are new to snowshoes will be given a careful lecture, so you can rest assured. If you're lucky, you might even see animal footprints! ♪●Recommendations before and after the experience ・Take a break at "Mori no Eki". Recommended lunches are "Ramkure Donburi", "Shirakami Donburi", and "Horse Meat Ramen", as well as premium soft serve ice cream and coffee brewed with water from the Shirakami Mountains. Souvenirs are also available for purchase. ・Day-trip bathing. The Yunosawa Onsen area around Mori no Eki is famous for its skin-beautifying hot springs. ・"Shirakami-Sanchi World Heritage Center Fujisatokan" next to Mori no Eki. Free. Open from 10am to 4pm in winter, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (or the following day if the Monday or Tuesday falls on a public holiday) ●Accommodation information *Accommodations within walking distance from the meeting point: Hotel Yutoria Fujisato, Minshuku Damakkoya, and Kaizen Center *Other accommodations are a 5-10 minute drive from the meeting point.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

Snowshoeing experience at the foot of the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains, a World Heritage Site. Walking on the fluffy snow will be a special memory. You might even be able to dive into the snow! Can you find animal footprints? ? Coffee (or cocoa) brewed with Shirakami spring water and roasted marshmallows are also included. If you wish, there is a pick-up option, so even if you are worried about driving on snowy roads, you can rest assured. ★Recommended for★ ・Want to try snowshoeing! ・Want to play in the snow ・Want to relieve everyday stress ・Want to be picked up and dropped off ・Want to make memories with your family [Schedule example] 10:00 Meeting: After checking the equipment, departure 10:30-14:30 After a lecture on how to wear snowshoes and how to walk, let's enjoy a snow hike. Walk freely, dive into the snow, and observe animal footprints. Enjoy coffee and roasted marshmallows during the break. 15:00 Disbandment *The above flow is a guideline. Please note that the flow may change depending on the situation on the day. [About the location] Depending on the snow conditions, the location may change (Moriyoshiyama, etc.). In that case, an additional gondola fee may be required.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 70
• 4～5 hours

No need to worry about setting up, starting a fire, or cleaning up! Leave it to our staff. We will bring the tent sauna to your garden or other area. [Area of business] Mainly Yokote City, and the southern area of Akita Prefecture. *If you are in the north or outside the prefecture, you will be charged an additional travel fee. [Conditions for the venue] - No nuisance to neighbors due to smoke, etc. (We use a wood stove) - Nearby water source for cold bath and simple shower (if you wish to have a cold bath or simple shower) - Large enough to set up a tent sauna, rest chairs, and cold bath [Usage hours] ●Morning session 10:00-12:00 ●Afternoon session 15:00-17:00 *We will set up, remove, and clean for one hour before and after. *If you are using the venue in a public facility such as a park or campsite, please obtain permission in advance from the facility manager. [Morning session] 9:00~ Tent sauna setup and stove ignition 10:00~ Sauna experience starts 12:00~ Fire fighting and removal work 13:00~ Tent sauna removal [Morning session] 15:00~ Tent sauna setup and stove ignition 16:00~ Sauna experience starts 18:00~ Fire fighting and removal work 19:00~ Tent sauna removal [Number of people] There is no particular limit on the number of people. The tent sauna can accommodate up to 4 people. *Children under elementary school age are not included in the number of people. *Reservations by minors only are not accepted. [Rental fee] 20,000 yen + transportation fee (if outside the southern Akita Prefecture area) *Price includes tax. *Support for handling tent sauna equipment available. [Equipment list] Tent sauna experience set, tent sauna body (1 tent curtain, 1 wood stove, sauna stone), firewood (2 hours), kindling equipment, thermometer, hygrometer, carbon monoxide checker, 4 sauna chairs, loyly bucket, ladle, 4 rest chairs, tent for changing room (for 1 person), foldable water bath, etc. [Things to bring] Swimsuit (T-shirt or other comfortable attire is acceptable), sandals, towel (large size is also good), drink *Rental wear, towels, and other amenities are not provided. [Notes (must check)] In the event of cancellation due to personal reasons, a cancellation fee will be charged as follows. The day before: 50% On the day: 100% *Payment will be made to the designated account. If we determine that it is not safe to use the facility due to weather conditions, etc., we may cancel the rental. In that case, we will contact you. (No cancellation fee will be charged.)