Eco-tourism in Japan Page 26

• Age 11～Age 70
• 4～5 hours

Unlike in the summer, Kaminoko Pond can only be accessed on foot in the winter using snowshoes. A blue pond in a world of silver. What a strange sight. The water is so clean that you can see the bottom of the pond, which is about 5 meters long. On your return trip, your nature guide will provide easy-to-understand explanations about Hokkaido's nature while you stroll through the pine forest. A nature guide will take you through a world of nature that is far removed from the everyday world. Please enjoy Kaminoko Pond in winter. If you are participating, please arrive at Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel by 11:30. If you use JR, we will pick you up at JR Kiyosatocho Station. We can run the tour even for just one person, but there will be an additional charge of 3,300 yen if the tour is for just one person. *Please note that the number of participants is limited, so depending on the timing of your application, we may not be able to accept your application because it is full. *Please note that snowshoe trekking may not be possible depending on snow conditions.

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• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Anyone from elementary school to adults can enjoy! It is a walking skiing and cross-country skiing experience. It will be held at either Tsurugi, which tours the snowfield according to the conditions, or Shiramine, which is a full-scale course. We will give lectures from the basics to cross-country skiing as a means of transportation to hard competitions. The motto is "Everyone has fun!" Depending on the level. Cross-country skiing that everyone can enjoy from play to training!

• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:45

Navigating the expressive Goshikinuma, which is synonymous with Urabandai and has dignified beauty, with careful commentary. If you walk while listening to the signs of wild animals and the voices of wild birds, you will see the beautiful Goshikinuma Pond. The Goshikinuma area formed by the great eruption of Mt. Bandai in 1891, and the Goshikinuma area where people planted and reconstructed this desolate land after the eruption. After that, please feel the history of Urabandai, which made a big revival in the period of about 100 years.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

~A relaxing holiday in a primeval forest full of greenery~★This is a tour where you can walk slowly and observe the moss that you would normally overlook. ★At first glance, it looks small and unassuming, but if you get closer and take a closer look, you will be captivated by its beautiful appearance and will find yourself immersed in the world of moss. ★The walking distance is short and there are no steep mountain paths, so it is safe even for those who are not confident in their physical strength.

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

The Tokachi River flows leisurely. Amazing scenery and encounters with precious wild birds await in the bitter cold of winter. Let's enjoy a nature walk while going down the river! ! White-tailed eagles and Steller's sea eagles come from the vicinity of northern Russia to the Tokachi River, which is rich in nature. In addition, many birds such as red-crowned cranes and whooper swans gather at the Tokachi River. Also, this is the only place where you can see such natural wild birds in only 30 minutes by car from the city of Obihiro! Come on, let's put on our clothes and go see the paradise of wild birds! ! *(Because it is an experience in nature, we cannot guarantee 100% encounters with wild birds. However, there are many opportunities to meet them.) By all means, make memories of Tokachi, Hokkaido with your family, friends, and couples. Please join us! ! *Please contact us if you would like to participate outside the event period.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Narusawa ice cave start to to Koyodai a. We walk the nature trail while enjoying the fall in Koyodai. Return also enjoy the scenery while slowly walking the promenade of the Forest, it is the course to go to Narusawa ice cave. Priest to Narusawa ice cave is not. About 2 hours, is a tour to explore leisurely the Narusawa ice cave - Koyodai ~ Narusawa ice cave.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Rare forest both softwood and hardwood can be seen in the Forest. Red, blue (green) - Why do not you walk slowly Jukai of three colors mixed autumn of yellow? Content with a space to slow time course. Break and leisurely sat down, such as Omoikkiri enjoy the air of dignified forest, you can stroll the Jukai that Autumnal. About 1 hour, walk leisurely an air hole parking - Tokai Nature Trail - air hole entrances.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 74
• 1～2 hours
• 06:30 / 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

An experience you can only have here! Put on a dry suit and walk on the drift ice! Drift ice comes ashore on the coast of Okhotsk from late January. At its peak, the coast of Utoro is covered with pure white drift ice, creating a scene that you won't find anywhere else in Japan. Wear a special dry suit and walk on and touch the drift ice. A guide will support you, so even if it's your first time experiencing drift ice, you can feel at ease! ☆Tour times (held four times a day) 6:30-8:00 9:30-11:00 13:00-14:30 15:30-17:00 ☆Schedule for the day (Example → 9:30 start course) ☆ Around 9:15 [Pick-up] We will go around each hotel 15 minutes before the start of the tour to pick you up. Around 9:30 [Lecture] Once all the customers have gathered, we will start the lecture on putting on a dry suit. Around 9:50 [Departure] Once everyone has changed clothes and finished getting ready, it's time to depart! Let's immerse ourselves in the world of drift ice in our own way♪ Around 10:40 [Going ashore] The fun time is fleeting. It's a little sad to leave, but we go ashore and get changed. Around 11:00 [Pick-up] We'll send you off to your accommodation and the tour will end. Thank you for your hard work! *The schedule is a guideline.

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• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Among the Shiretoko natural sightseeing tours, conspicuous? Plan, is a night of trekking course. Is a great chance to nocturnal is meet to many Hokkaido of wildlife. Observation will be from the car so please do not worry. Night of the tour unique, is also attractive where the Milky Way, such as astronomical observation can be.

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Trekking of Ponhoro swamp that appear only one time in the spring. Shiretoko promenade, located in the place where there are still virgin forest, such as Japanese oak and birch. Mysterious gaping and the space has spread When you exit here Fog of the day is very fantastic. It is hard to understand the way, please be assured that you have a guide. This tour is going over the full year.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

When you think of river rafting, you think of summer, but Tokachi River can be enjoyed in winter as well. In early winter, you have a chance to see white-tailed eagles and Steller's sea eagles. The expression standing on the tree is very dignified and cool. The appearance of flying is elegant itself. There is no doubt that even adults will get excited. In addition to eagles, you can also see red-crowned cranes, whooper swans, and ducks. Also, in the midwinter, the rime and rime on cold days are very beautiful. The luxury of being alone in the cold and quiet river is exceptional. Let's enjoy the cold weather perfectly! By all means, please join us with your family, friends, couples, etc. to make memories of Tokachi, Hokkaido! ! *Since it is an experience in nature, we do not guarantee 100% encounters with wild birds. However, there are many opportunities to meet. *Please note that the event may not be held depending on weather conditions and snow conditions.

• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 60
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Hiking tour using snowshoes. We will guide you through the land rich in nature with a maximum snowfall of over 3m. Even if you are new to snowshoes, it's okay! The staff will support you well! If the timing is right, you may meet rabbits and antelopes! Let's enjoy the nature of Toga Village!

• Age 6～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00

Surrounded by the Uwa Sea, the Komobuchi district is a small fishing village where you can fish in "fishing," "baskets," and "nets," cultivate red sea bream and amberjack, pearls, and cultivate exquisite rock oysters. It's packed tightly. You can tour the sea bream farm and pearl farm while enjoying sea kayaking. You can also observe the sea bream farming feeding while learning about the mechanism of red sea bream farming and pearl farming! ～ Flow of the day ～ 9:00 Komoterrace Meeting (Reception) After reception, move to the beach by your own car 9:30 Sea kayak lecture After the lecture, the tour starts! Move to a sea bream farm or a pearl farm by sea kayak A farming tour where you can learn about the mechanism of sea bream farming and pearl farming & aquaculture tour 11:30 After arriving at the beach, return the rental shoes and move by your own car Change of clothes (with shower) 12:00 Lunch (from those who have completed change of clothes) After lunch, the tour ends

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

It is a course where you can walk with a flower guide for about two hours before dinner. On the day It's perfect for reviewing the flowers you've seen and preparing for the next day.

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• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

It is a course that aims at the group material of Rebunusyukiso. It is Edelweiss who was sung to the song with Lebneusukiusou. The end of June to the middle of August is the best time to see.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 19:30 / 20:00

Why don't you set up a light trap and observe insects that are active at night? Because the guide is together, it is safe even at night. Recommended for children and adult who want to enjoy Okinawa at night. Let's enjoy Okinawa nights, not just meals and alcohol! Time required is 60-90 minutes.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 20～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

The Furano and Biei districts, where the majestic Tokachidake mountain range stretches, are home to many 2,000-meter-class mountains. Among them, we will guide you to the most suitable area considering the weather and snow quality of the day, Mt. Sandan, which is relatively easy to access. ~ Flow of the day ~ 8:00 We will depart after checking the equipment before leaving Hakuginso or Ryounkaku. 10:30 Arrive at the summit If the weather is good, we will aim for the summit, but if the weather is bad, we will start skiing from the slope on the way. 12:00 Lunch Please have your own food. 12:30 Afternoon climb back up, slide return Considering the physical strength of the guests, we will climb back up 2 to 3 times. 15:00 Arrive at the departure base and enter the hot spring immediately after descending the mountain.

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• Age 5～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 19:30 / 20:00

Sagaribana which blooms from summer to late autumn night. The fantastic flowers and sweet scent for one night only are Okinawa traditions that you want to experience once. You can choose between a town course and a nature course. Why don't you go out for a flower viewing at night? A guide will guide you. Time required is about 60 minutes.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00

If it's clear, we'll head to a scenic spot where you can see all the way to Cape Shiretoko, the tip of the Shiretoko Peninsula. The walk is not a promenade, but an exciting course that follows an animal trail. Along the way, there is a place where you can see a waterfall cascading from a cliff over 100m high, allowing you to enjoy the dynamic scenery of Shiretoko. The forest, home to wild animals such as brown bears, Ezo deer, and black woodpeckers, and the spectacular view overlooking the Sea of ​​Okhotsk, where drift ice comes in winter, are recommended for those who want to experience the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko. It's a forest walk that will make you feel the great nature of Shiretoko and make you want to take a deep breath.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 8～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 12:00

Your journey begins the moment you step out of your home. If so, don't you think that your adventure in Okukinu begins the moment you step out of your car and take a step into the Meotobuchi free parking lot? An experienced Hatcho-no-Yu exclusive guide will guide you to Hatcho-no-Yu in a fun way while giving lectures on the attractions of the mountains, trivia, and how to walk without getting tired even for beginners! Please experience the big adventure for the inn where you will stay that day! *This tour is for hotel guests only. First of all, please make a reservation for your stay from our website.

• Age 8～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 08:00

Okukinu Hot Spring Village Haccho no Yu. The day after enjoying plenty of free-flowing hot springs and meals at a secluded resort, go hiking in the great outdoors of Nikko National Park! A veteran guide dedicated to Hatcho-no-Yu will give you a detailed lecture on how to use the tools and how to walk in the mountains! Experience the joy of walking in untouched nature with your own feet and the comfort of a hammock swaying in the sunlight filtering through the trees. *This tour is for hotel guests only. First of all, please make a reservation for your stay from our website. ~ Flow of the day ~ 8:20 Meet in front of Hatcho-no-yu entrance 8:30 Leave Hatcho-no-yu for hammock hiking! 9:00 Arrive at Bunadaira Set up a hammock in the virgin forest of Bunadaira and enjoy the swaying nature experience! 10:30 Arrive at Hatcho-no-Yu After arriving at Hatcho-no-Yu, you can wash away the sweat from hiking in the open-air bath with a spectacular view of the waterfall.

• Age 20～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

The Furano/Biei area, home to the majestic Tokachidake mountain range, has many mountains over 2,000 meters high. Among them, we will guide you to the most suitable area, taking into account the weather and snow quality of the day, Mt. Mae-Tokachi, which is relatively easy to access. ~ Procedure of the day ~ 8:00 We will depart after giving a preliminary explanation and confirming the equipment. 10:30 Arrive at the summit If the weather is good, we will aim for the summit, but if the weather is bad, we will start skiing from the slope along the way. 12:00 Lunch: Students will eat their own food. 12:30 Return climb and ski start in the afternoon.Depending on the physical strength of the guests, we will climb back up 2-3 times. 15:00 Arrive at Shiroginsou Departure After descending the mountain, you can immediately enter the hot spring.

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• Age 0～
• 2～3 hours

The only Kushiro River in Japan that has a primitive atmosphere. An experienced guide will guide you through the most beautiful source areas. Narrow places and fast-flowing places are safe. Tea time on the riverside is an unforgettable memory. ★ About canoe ★ ・ Single canoe for up to 2 people ·3 persons more Is a twin canoe ・ Up to 5 passengers can be boarded. (Recommended for families. Together with your dog) ・ Up to 7 people can ride together if there are small people or children. ・ From a small child Year Those who call and those who use wheelchairs can also board.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～
• 2～3 hours

The only Kushiro River in Japan that has a primitive atmosphere. An experienced guide will guide you through the most beautiful source areas. Narrow places and fast-flowing places are safe. Tea time on the riverside is an unforgettable memory. ★ About canoe ★ ・ Single canoe for up to 2 people ·3 persons more Is a twin canoe ・ Up to 5 passengers can be boarded. (Recommended for families. Together with your dog) ・ Up to 7 people can ride together if there are small people or children. ・ From a small child Year Those who call and those who use wheelchairs can also board.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

The second in a series to enjoy the city! This program is conducted in Sueyoshi Park and its surroundings, located in Shuri, Naha City, near the monorail station. In the park where the rich forest remains, you can also taste a little hiking. Why do not you enjoy Shuri while touching the history and nature? Time required is about 120 minutes.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• 3～4 hours

Let's aim for "phantom ice exposure Yellow Falls" that can only be done in winter in the eruption port of Mt. Bandai with snowshoes! It is a great plan that includes rental fees for empty-handed OK, latest clothing, boots, and snowshoes. Enjoy the excitement of being in a magnificent view reminiscent of the mountainous areas of the Alps and other countries, and the best view overlooking the pure white Urabandai area. ～ Four attractions of Yellow Falls Tour ～ 1. A limited course aiming for the phantom yellow waterfall Yellow Falls that can be created at the explosion crater of the famous peak "Aizu Bandaisan" !! 2. Experience the excitement of being in a spectacular view reminiscent of overseas mountainous areas such as the Alps. The best view overlooking the pure white Urabandai area 4. You can rent all the equipment you need for the experience, such as Montbell snowwear, for free. It's OK with empty hands ♪

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00 / 13:30

Shiretoko Goko is a tourist destination that represents Shiretoko. The five lakes scattered in the primeval forest show different expressions depending on the weather and season. On a calm day, you can see the beautiful scenery of the Shiretoko mountain range reflected on the rugged lake surface. Walk while talking about the trees in the forest and looking for traces of animals. * From 5/10 to 7/31, as brown bears are actively active, you can go around Shiretoko Five Lakes only if you accompany an accredited guide with brown bear countermeasures The walk may be canceled or changed.) * The start time may differ by about 30 minutes before and after 8:30 and 13:30.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

The scenery of Shiretoko Goko, which is the core of the World Natural Heritage Area, changes depending on the season. The guide will introduce you to the highlights of each season. Feel the nature of Shiretoko with your whole body while listening to the scent of the forest and the chirping of birds. We will also introduce bear claw marks that are difficult to find without a guide. Sometimes encounters with wild animals. A veteran guide with more than 10 years of experience guides customers. I have knowledge of nature, but I don't dare to talk about difficult things. Our top priority is safety and enjoyment for our customers. I will explain with a joke. Have a good time. We are waiting for your participation. Guided Tour Start Time 8: 10-15: 30 Every 10-20 minutes Please let us know your preferred start time. It takes about 3 hours. * Since the reservation frame is limited, it may not be possible to enter at the desired time.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 74
• 3～4 hours

Deep in the forest of Shiretoko, you will get lost if you don't take a guided tour. We will walk in the primeval forest that is typical of Shiretoko on snowshoes. In the silent forest covered in snow, you will encounter various wild animal tracks, rustling sounds of animals moving, and other things that you can only encounter at this time of year. Let's go on an exploration of the forest where wild animals live together! ☆Tour time 1/20-3/31 13:30-16:30 12/1-1/19 12:30-15:30 ☆Schedule of the day (Example → If starting at 13:30) ☆ Around 13:15 [Pick-up] We will go around each hotel and pick you up 15 minutes before the start of the tour. *If you are coming by car, please cooperate with the local gathering. Around 13:30 [Preparation] Once everyone is gathered, we will give a lecture and put on snowshoes. Around 13:40 [Departure] Now, it's time to set off on a walk through the winter forest! What kind of encounters will we have today? Around 16:20 [Back] The tour ends when you take off your snowshoes. Customers who met at the site disband here. Thank you for your hard work. Around 16:30 [Drop-off] We drop you off at your accommodation and the tour ends. Thank you for your hard work! *The schedule is a guide only.

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• Age 13～Age 80
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

This is a tour that introduces the culture related to Mt. Fuji led by a local guide. The place to guide you is the Mt. Fuji area of Fuji Kawaguchiko Town and Fuji Yoshida City, where Mt. Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes are located. Mt.Fuji is wonderful to see, but learning about the culture surrounding Mt.Fuji shows how the local people have interacted with Mt.Fuji. (Example: Maps draw north at the top, but maps of this area draw Mt. Fuji at the top. From Fujiyoshida City, Mt. Fuji is located south, so you can get a mysterious map. We will guide you on foot and by taxi. The points that can be seen at walking speed and car speed are different. There must be something you can't find anywhere else. Please feel different Mt.Fuji. ~ Flow of the day ~ 10:00) Meeting at Mt.Fuji Station We will meet at the torii gate, which is the symbol of Mt.Fuji Station. Immediately after getting off at Fujikyuko Line Mt. Fuji Station, it is a few seconds from the expressway bus stop. 10:20-11:00) Oshi Former House of the Togawa Family 11:15-12:00) Kitaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine 12:00-13:00) Lunch Yoshida Udon, Yamanashi Specialty Hoto 13:15-13:45 ) Entering the tree form inside Funatsu and walking around the forest Before entering the cave, visit Mutomuro Sengen Shrine to explain the worship of Mt. Fuji and the structure inside the cave. 45-14:00) Move by taxi 14:00) Arrive at Mt.Fuji Station