Smelt fishing / Ice fishing in Japan
Smelt is fished all year round, but it is a winter the season of about October to March. "Ice hole fishing," which can be called winter of tradition of Japan, the already early Showa era, Nagano Prefecture Matsubarako and Lake Nojiri, there is a record of to have been carried out by enthusiasts of fishing in Lake Yamanaka in Yamanashi Prefecture. Fishing in the frozen surface of a lake There is a real thrill of smelt fishing, but worry thing is still cold and toilet problem for beginners and families. In the boarded to "dome ship" recently, recreational fishing is popular to fish from a hole opened in the bottom of the vessel. Such as a stove and toilets are provided on board, and comfortable to enjoy the smelt fishing. Will vary adequacy of "dome ship" by fishing, we recommend a pre-check. Time when the smelt are particularly riding butter before and after puppet festival. Smallish smelt is eaten whole because there is thin and soft bone. Tempura, fried, in addition, such as fried chicken, nice freshness smelt you can eat in sashimi.
- Age 3~Age 80
- 2~3 hours /4~5 hours
- 08:30
■Schedule■ Sapporo Odori Nishi 1-chome Sapporo TV Tower East side road 8:25 meeting / 8:30 departure ↓ Chateraise Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort 9:10 arrival Meet at the back of the front desk (Those who meet on site can park in the hotel's day parking lot. Please be sure to let us know that you do not need a shuttle.) ↓ After a toilet break, preparation, and a lecture on how to fish, move to a nearby fishing spot by private car (takes 5 to 15 minutes) * Until mid-January and in March, the fishing spot will take 15 minutes. ↓ Smelt fishing experience starts (① from around 9:40 to around 11:30) We will provide you with 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 about 2 hours) (You can try the smelt you caught yourself as tempura (limited quantity) or take it home.) Please enjoy yourself freely within the time. ↓ After the tour, move to the hotel in a private car. (The journey takes 5-15 minutes. Until mid-January and in March, the journey may take 15 minutes.) ↓ (*You will be given a Chateraise sweets voucher (worth 1,000 yen), which you can purchase at the shop. If you wish, you can also exchange it for a hot spring bath voucher.) ↓ Depart at 12:10 on the Chateraise Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort shuttle bus. (For those who wish to bathe in the hot spring, there is a bus that departs at 15:00.) ↓*Arrive at the north exit of Sapporo Station at around 12:50. End of tour.
- Age 6~Age 80
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 06:00
*Reservations will open as soon as Lake Hibara freezes over!!! Enjoy ice fishing for smelt in a private hut (^O^) Toilets are also available! Beginners are welcome! You can participate empty-handed!!! As it is a private hut, you will not be sharing with other guests! Enjoy with your family and friends! There is a stove in the hut, so you can experience the experience in a warm room (^^♪ You can take home all the smelt you catch. *We do not provide a service to deep fry them on the spot. *Cooking with your own cooking utensils is also not allowed. [Plan Outline] ■ <<In front of the BACSS sign along the prefectural road>> Meet at 6:00 ■ You will be taken to the private hut by a gondola connected to a snowmobile (first-timers will receive a lecture on how to use the rental fishing rod!) ■ Enjoy smelt fishing ■ Please be ready to go home by 2:45 pm and wait for us ■ Meet at 3:00 pm We will take you to the location. *If you would like to finish before 3pm, please let a staff member know. [Eligibility] Maximum of 6 people per hut *For 6 people, only 1 fishing rod is allowed. [Required Items] ■Full set of fishing gear ■Fishing license (700 yen for high school students and above) *Please prepare your fishing license in advance. [Rental Equipment] ■Electric reel (1) ■1 bag of bait ■2 tackles *Full rental set 3000 yen including tax (please pay in cash on the day). [Clothing] ■Please wear snowwear or warm clothing. (You will be taken to the hut by gondola.) ■Please wear snow boots or boots. (Please refrain from wearing sneakers or heels.)
- Age 5~Age 99
- 3~4 hours
- 08:50 / 12:50
A half-day smelt fishing course that meets and disbands at Sapporo Station♪♪ Come empty-handed! Clothing and winter boots rentals are also available! The rental fee for fishing rods, reels, and other equipment needed for smelt fishing is included in the basic fee. Why not spend a fun time in a tent dedicated to smelt fishing on a completely frozen river? 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 smelt you catch swimming in the clean water will be fried on the spot. The freshly fried smelt is the best♪ Enjoy it with your family, make a memory of your graduation trip with your friends or girls' party, or have fun with your colleagues. Enjoy Hokkaido's winter leisure and activities with a smelt fishing experience♪★ Details ★ Meeting place: In front of Lawson Sapporo Kita 8-jo Nishi store, 1st floor of Sapporo L Plaza, located outside Sapporo Station North Exit Entrance 12 Meeting time: Morning plan 08:50 Afternoon plan 12:50 Please arrive 10 minutes before your reservation time. Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours★ Tour schedule ★ 8:50/12:50 Meet in front of Lawson Sapporo Kita 8-jo Nishi store, JR Sapporo Station North Exit ↓ 9:00/13:00 Bus departs (runs on schedule) ↓ 9:40/13:40 Arrive at Barato Garden North Hill ↓ Staff will guide you to the fishing spot. 9:45/13:45 Smelt fishing starts (about 2 hours) ↓ Staff will cook the smelt you caught in between fishing into tempura. ↓ 11:45/15:45 Experience ends/bus departs ↓ 12:30/16:30 Arrive at JR Sapporo Station North Exit/Disbandment Please be ready by the meeting time. There are no toilets at the fishing spot. ★Special discounted clothing rental rate for tour participants only We rent winter clothing and boots at a special discounted rate for tour participants only. If you wish, please let us know the number and size you need when applying. *Please pay the rental fee in cash on the day of participation. Payment will be made in cash only. Smartphone payments such as PayPay, touch payments such as Suica, and credit cards cannot be used. We would appreciate it if you could prepare the exact amount. *We cannot provide it on the day. <Clothing rental sizes> Winter clothing: 1,500 yen/person Adults: S, M, L, LL Children's: 120cm-150cm Rain boots: 500 yen/person 23cm-30cm (in 1cm increments) *Languages spoken: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Thai can be spoken using a translation app.
- Age 0~Age 70
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours /2~3 hours
- 07:00 / 11:00
This plan allows you to experience smelt fishing safely and securely. It is a 3-hour experience plan for 4 to 8 people. Since it is a private charter, pets can be brought on board. There is also a toilet, so you can rest assured just in case. Also, since it is a private charter, it is safe during times when viruses are prevalent. We thoroughly clean and disinfect after rental. You can enjoy the experience stress-free in a warm, heated boat. Rods and tackle are included in the set, so it is perfect for those who want to enjoy it empty-handed (bait is red sashimi).
遠方からワンコを連れて山中湖に行ったので預ける事も出来ずだったのですけれど釣りをしている間もワンコ達と一緒にいられ安心して楽しめました。貸切で手ぶらでいけて釣り方等も丁寧に教えていただきました。釣った分を天ぷらにして貰えるお店も紹介してもらえて美味しくいただきました。今回は釣果は良くなかったのでまた行けたらこの船でリベンジしたいと思います。
- Age 3~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 09:50 / 14:50
This is a smelt fishing experience tour brought to you by the leading smelt fishing guide who has guided the most customers in Hokkaido. This is a luxurious plan in which you can charter the southern fishing spot, which is known as one of the best spots in Lake Shinotsu, Shinshinotsu Village, which is one of the best fishing spots for smelt in Hokkaido. How about experiencing smelt fishing on the ice, which is unique to Hokkaido, at the Shinotsu Lake Minami fishing spot, which was the filming location for a famous variety show from Hokkaido? We have plenty of rental items such as winter clothes and boots, and you can rent a private tent with a stove so you don't have to share a seat! The fishing spot also has a toilet! ! Unlike traditional full-support smelt fishing tours, we don't have a full-time guide, but that makes the tour price more reasonable! As usual, we will thoroughly explain the secret fishing method at the start, so don't worry! In addition, guides are always on standby around the tent, so if you have any problems, we will be happy to assist you. While fishing, please enjoy fishing at your own pace.
ファミリー5名で参加しました。スタッフさんが手取り足取り教えてくれて、おかげで全員釣ることができました。最後に自分たちで釣ったワカサギを天ぷらにしてくれて、美味しくいただきました!
- Age 5~Age 80
- 2~3 hours
- 07:00 / 10:00
At Lake Yamanaka, which is the closest to Mt. Fuji, you can enjoy a safe, secure, and comfortable smelt fishing experience. "Popular for beginners and women!" "While looking at Mt. Please note that this plan is not limited to weekdays, it is not a charter, and it is shared. The standard boarding age is from 5 years old to 80 years old. Please note that children under the age of 5 are not allowed on board.・Posting photos We may take photos for our website. If you have any inconvenience, please let the staff know in advance.-The partition between the seats in the photo has been removed (from September 2023)-Use of masks is at the customer's discretion. Payment can be made in cash or by cart. VISA, Master Card, American Express, JCB, Diners Club DISCOVER, and recreational fishing tickets cannot be paid by card, so please purchase in advance at a nearby convenience store or pay in cash.
2度目のチャレンジでした。前回は3人で50匹程度、今回も最悪ゼロも覚悟して臨みましたが結果は83匹! 今年は小ぶりでしたが、フライにして美味しくいただきました。またチャレンジしてみます! 毎度親切に対応してくださりありがとうございます!
- Age 0~Age 70
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours /2~3 hours
- 07:00 / 11:00
This is a plan that allows you to experience smelt fishing safely and securely. This is a 3-hour trial plan for 2 to 8 people. Since it is a chartered boat, pets are also allowed on board.Also, since it is a chartered boat, there is no need to worry during the virus outbreak period. We thoroughly clean and disinfect the boat after each rental, so you can enjoy stress-free fun on board the warm, heated boat. It comes with a rod and gimmick, so it's perfect for those who want to enjoy it empty-handed (bait comes with red sashimi).
- Age 0~Age 80
- Within 1 hour /1~2 hours /2~3 hours /3~4 hours /4~5 hours /5~6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
An indoor boat where you can fish for smelt (public fish), a winter tradition at Lake Yamanaka. Also known as the ``Wakasagi Dome Ship'', this boat can be chartered for up to 9 people, so it is recommended for group reservations. Women and small children can enjoy it in a warm space. Also, since it is reserved for private use, there is no need to worry during the virus outbreak. We thoroughly clean and disinfect after rental.You can participate from 0 years old! You can bring in food and drinks! Smoking on board is OK as it is a chartered boat. Please enjoy at your favorite time from 7:00 to 14:00. The smelt you catch can be made into tempura at a nearby restaurant.
ネット予約では8時から体験となっていましたが、8時からはできず7時からにしてくださいといわれました。これを楽しみに河口湖に行こうと思っていたので大変残念です。理由を聞いたら、コロナが落ち着いた12月にも関わらず、時短影響のためとのことでした。 そのほか、間違えて二重に予約をして、一つキャンセルしていただくようにお願いしたら、両方ともキャンセルされました。 ネット予約では正しい情報ではないかもしれず、誤った対応をされるかもなので、電話とかで確認したほうが良いと思います。
- Age 3~Age 80
- 4~5 hours
- 11:00
■Schedule■Please make sure not to miss the free shuttle bus bound for Chateraise Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort, which departs from the north exit of Sapporo Station at 11:00. ↓Around 11:45, an attendant will greet you at the bus arrival point at the hotel. After gathering at the dedicated counter and reception, taking a toilet break and getting ready, you will move to a nearby fishing spot by private car (5 minutes) *Until mid-January and in March, the fishing spot will be changed to a 15-minute fishing spot. ↓Start of the smelt fishing experience (from around 12:20, about 2 hours experience) A professional fishing guide will provide guidance. You can bring your own lunch into the tent. Hot water will be provided. (You can try the smelt you caught yourself as tempura (limited quantity) or take them home.) ↓After the tour, move to the hotel by private car. (The journey takes 5 minutes. Until mid-January and in March, it may take 15 minutes) ↓From around 14:35, purchase your favorite sweets at the Chateraise store inside Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel. (1,000 yen ticket included per person) *If you wish, you can change this to a hot spring bath ticket. In that case, please board the free shuttle bus departing at 17:00 to return home. ↓Board the free shuttle bus departing in front of the hotel at 15:00 ↓Arrive at the north exit of Sapporo Station around 15:45 *Please be careful on your way home.
- Age 5~Age 80
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 07:00
At Lake Yamanaka, which is the closest to Mt. Fuji, you can enjoy a safe, secure, and comfortable smelt fishing experience. "Popular for beginners and women!" "While looking at Mt. Please note that this plan is not limited to weekdays, it is not a charter, and it is shared. The standard boarding age is from 5 years old to 80 years old. Please note that children under the age of 5 are not allowed on board.・Posting photos We may take photos for our website. If you have any inconvenience, please let the staff know in advance.-The partition between the seats in the photo has been removed (from September 2023)-Use of masks is at the customer's discretion. Payment can be made in cash or by cart. VISA, Master Card, American Express, JCB, Diners Club DISCOVER, and recreational fishing tickets cannot be paid by card, so please purchase in advance at a nearby convenience store or pay in cash.
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours /2~3 hours /3~4 hours /4~5 hours /5~6 hours
Green season Lake Aoki/Lake Nakatsuna smelt boat fishing, tempura and day camp includes a tempura set rental, so it is a recommended plan for those who want to enjoy smelt fishing and tempura casually! The opening of the winter smelt hole fishing at Lake Nakatsuna depends on the weather and smelt resources. It was not opened in 2024 and 2023. It was opened in 2022, but not in 2021. This area is a cold region with a lot of snow. When there is a lot of snow, the snow acts as a cold protection and true ice does not form. Snow and ice form, but they cannot support the weight of a human. The hours for hole fishing at Lake Nakatsuna are 7:00-16:00 (2025 is undecided). We accept hole fishing by request reservation from February 5th to February 16th, 2025, but please note that hole fishing may not be possible. There are two sets available: Winter Lake Nakatsuna Smelt Hole Fishing Set + Tempura Set Rental and Winter Lake Nakatsuna Smelt Hole Fishing Set. The Winter Lake Nakatsuna Smelt Hole Fishing Set + Tempura Set Rental includes a tempura set rental, so it is a recommended plan for those who want to casually enjoy smelt fishing and tempura! Even beginners can participate with peace of mind in the guided course. Available periods are 4/25-5/15, 9/10-10/25. If you would like a guided course, please contact us in advance to apply. (We may not be able to arrange a guide.)
- Age 4~Age 100
- 5~6 hours
Speaking of winter, this is it! Why don't you experience smelt fishing while watching Mt.Fuji? It's a dome ship, so the cold is hesitant! You can have fun and experience it! If you want to catch a lot of smelt, we recommend going in the morning! Smelt can be caught best in the morning, so if you come in the morning, you can enjoy it even more! Of course, please rest assured that you can choose your favorite time between 7:00 and 14:00 according to your convenience. *It will end by 14:00 no matter what time it starts. note that. * Applications will be accepted from 2 people.
たまたま釣れる日だったみたいで、めちゃくちゃ釣れました!!同時に3匹4匹かかって楽しい!! スタッフさんが丁寧で、隣とからまってしまった糸も根気よく解いてくださいました。 糸切ると500円かかってしまうということで。
- Age 3~Age 100
- 3~4 hours
- 08:30 / 13:30
This is a smelt fishing experience tour brought to you by the leading smelt fishing guide who has guided the most customers in Hokkaido. This is a luxurious plan in which you can charter the southern fishing spot, which is known as the best spot at Lake Shinotsu in Shinshinotsu Village, which is one of the best fishing spots for smelt in Hokkaido. How about experiencing smelt fishing on the ice, which is unique to Hokkaido, at the Shinotsu Lake Minami fishing spot, which was the filming location for a famous variety show from Hokkaido? We also have plenty of rental items such as winter clothes and boots, and you can stay warm and comfortable in the fishing hut with a stove! The fishing spot also has a toilet! ! Experienced professional guides are always on hand, so even women and families who are worried about feeding can feel at ease. Benefits unique to the premium plan ① Comfortable smelt fishing in a warm fishing hut equipped with a powerful stove, without the need for warm clothing! Benefits unique to the premium plan ② In addition to the secret fishing method with 40 years of experience fishing for smelt, we also fully support feeding and changing bait, which many people are not good at! This is the only place where you can fish for smelt without baiting! The fishing results are different! ! Benefits unique to the premium plan ③ The rental rod is a high-quality Daiwa Christia rod! The fishing results are different! ! ! Benefits unique to the premium plan ④ You can sample Hokkaido's home-style Genghis Khan udon, and also sample Shinshinotsu's local sake, Daihora! Benefits unique to the premium plan ⑤ Convenient with free transportation from Sapporo city center! (If you would like to be picked up from a hotel in the morning session, please be sure to write the hotel name in the notes section when applying.)
大雪の札幌から出発。 どれだけ防寒すれば良いのか不安でしたが 現地でのテント内は快適で上着が暑く感じるほどでした。スタッフの方も皆さん楽しく親切で 本当にお手軽なワカサギ釣り体験が出来ました。ワカサギの天ぷらも美味しかったです!次も機会があったら是非参加したいと思います。
- Age 5~Age 100
- 1~2 hours /2~3 hours /3~4 hours /4~5 hours /5~6 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
Speaking of Lake Yamanaka, winter "smelt fishing"! Smelt fishing while looking up at the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji is exceptional. You can enjoy it every year from mid-September to around April. From February to March, you can catch the most delicious smelt because it is incubating and greasy ♪ There is no need to worry about contact with others at the chartered dome. You can use it as a group with confidence. * Currently, due to the influence of the new coronavirus, it has been decided that the business will be open from 7:00 to 14:00. Thank you for your understanding.・ Please wear a mask and fill in the boarding list. Due to the influence of coronavirus, cooking in the break room is currently suspended. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
今回初めてドーム船でワカサギ釣りをさせてもらいました。スタッフの人は話しやすくわかりやすく説明して貰えたので良かったです。 2/17は山中湖周辺の気温が3~5℃位で寒かったのですが、ドーム船はビニールハウスみたいで、中は暖房があり、日もでてたので暖かく、上着を脱ぐ程でした。日がでてない場合は寒いかもしれないので防寒は必須です。 2月は産卵の時期で釣れにくいとのことでした。 確かに釣れる時間と連れない時間があるようで、8-13時の釣りでしたが、10人で50匹程度でした。 座る場所が少し違うだけで、ワカサギの群れに仕掛けが入らず釣れない事もあります。この辺は魚相手なので仕方ありません。釣果に差はあるものの全員がボウズになることはありませんでした。湖の底を感じ取ることが出来ればボウズにはならないと思います。 釣れたワカサギは、卵を持っているものもおり、天ぷらにした時に苦味もなくあっさりしててとても美味しく食べる事が出来ました。 竿に当たり外れがあり、硬い竿に当たるとワカサギの繊細なアタリを取る事が難しかったです。 釣るのが難しいこの時期は、竿が揺れるだけでも来た!と言う楽しみがあるので、たまたま私のが硬かったようですが、竿先が柔らかいものを全員に行き渡るようにお願いしたいです。 ニゴイも釣れてみんなでわいわ楽しく釣りが出来ました。ありがとうございました
- Age 6~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 09:00
Smelt fishing is a fun fishing that can be said to be a "winter tradition" in which a hole is made in the thick ice that covers the surface of the lake with a special drill to catch a beautiful fairy-like smelt under the ice. When it gets cold, you can enjoy fishing while warming up in a dedicated tent, so it won't freeze in the cold. It comes with a set of fishing equipment and a fishing guide, so even beginners can enjoy it with confidence.
- Age 0~Age 70
- 2~3 hours
- 07:00 / 11:00
This is a plan where you can experience smelt fishing with your pet. (This is a shared boat) Please make a reservation from either 7:00 am or 11:00 am. It is a 3-hour experience plan for a minimum of 2 people and a maximum of 8 people. Pets are also allowed on board (please contact us in advance). This is a shared boat, so if you are not comfortable with pets or small children, please select a charter plan https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/ 40186Of course, you can enjoy stress-free onboard the heated and warm ship. It comes with a rod and gimmick, so it's perfect for those who want to enjoy it empty-handed (bait comes with red sashimi).
- Age 12~Age 70
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:30
half-day Is Snowshoes trekking. We will guide you through the dynamic glaciers and the course where ice floes are spreading in front of you during the season. further half-day"Eagle eagle watching" "Abashiri lake Smelt fishing Experience. Lunch is transfer to Abashiri's restaurant area (introducing recommended shops according to customer's request) Winter is a choice for both singles and groups. Hokkaido It is a recommended one-day plan that you can enjoy
- Age 6~Age 70
- 3~4 hours
- 12:30
Lake Abashiri Smelt fishing Winter Abashiri where two plans of "experience" and "eagle eagle watching" were set half-day Experience plan! The price setting is a bit better than a single item. Hard Activity There is no Year You can enjoy to the person of distribution.
- Age 6~Age 75
- 2~3 hours
- 08:20 / 14:20
I would like to once you come in the winter of Hokkaido experience ice smelt fishing. To enjoy, even those who do not fishing experience, and firmly support the guide, such as how to use and food with utensils. "Hey that touch the fish ..." "needle caught was over," Please leave because "drilling also wish you want to experience," such as a bit of a problem and requests also guide it together. Since you offer a tool set, you can join us empty-handed.
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