Sapporo City in Smelt fishing / Ice fishing

• Age 3～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 09:15 / 13:15

Sapporo Smelt Ice Fishing Tour | Earth Outdoor Tours Welcome to the ultimate winter experience: catching sparkling silver fish on a frozen lake—that's Sapporo's beloved winter tradition, "smelt fishing." Earth Outdoor Tours offers this uniquely Hokkaido experience in an easy and safe way. Enjoyable for all ages, it's sure to be an unforgettable adventure! The appeal of smelt fishing: Smelt are small fish that thrive in Hokkaido's cold waters. In winter, a fishing spot is set up on the frozen lake, allowing anyone to safely experience the sport. No experience necessary! This tour takes you to the popular "Barat River" tent village. Each cozy tent on the ice has its own hole, so you can start fishing immediately upon arrival. Five Reasons to Choose Us: Suitable for all ages - From families to solo travelers, we offer a perfect experience. Stress-free - We provide all the equipment, location, and know-how. Amazing Value - Comprehensive experience at an affordable price. Fresh Taste - Enjoy the smelt you catch as tempura on the spot. Create memories that last a lifetime on the frozen lake. Barato River: The Most Convenient Fishing Spot from Sapporo. Easily accessible from central Sapporo, the Barato River is the ideal spot for authentic smelt fishing. This experience eliminates long journeys, making it ideal for families and those with limited time. Tour Schedule: Preparation - Rental equipment provided and brief explanation and support - Staff fully support you, from setting up your gear to fishing. Experience - Enjoy the fishing experience while learning the tricks. Taste - Enjoy the tempura of your catch on the spot. Basic Information: Season: Late December to Mid-March. Clothing: Warm clothing required (thermal underwear, snow pants, boots, hat, gloves). Included: Transportation, entrance fees, and rental equipment. Take another step toward a full-fledged winter adventure. Don't just visit Sapporo, experience it with us! Ice fishing for smelt will be the ultimate highlight of your winter trip to Hokkaido.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

If you come to Sapporo, make an extra trip and try smelt fishing! Pick-up from Sapporo Station is included. The guide will provide support with a mini lecture and patrols. There are separate flush toilets for men and women, and a rest hut (for sale), so you can enjoy yourself at your own pace and with peace of mind! ★A hidden spot for smelt fishing in Sapporo★ "Toretagoya Fujii Farm" is one of the few hidden spots near Sapporo where you can enjoy smelt fishing that is popular among locals. It's a 30-minute drive from Sapporo! ★Recommended points★ ・Rental of all fishing equipment is included! Come empty-handed! Beginners are also welcome! The vinyl greenhouses used at the farm have been modified for smelt fishing! For safety, please wear warm clothes and boots! (Rental available) [Date schedule] [8:50/12:50] Reception 3 minutes walk from Sapporo Station (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) https://goo.gl/maps/gzCBiNjdhTynoCCx7 [9:00/13:00] Shuttle bus departs [9:50/13:50] Arrive at the farm, check in and move to the fishing spot [10:00/14:00] Start of ice smelt fishing experience (at the rental house) [11:30/15:30] Finish smelt fishing, change clothes, try smelt tempura [11:50/15:50] Shuttle bus departs from the farm [12:30/16:30] Disband (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) *If you come by car, you will be charged a separate parking fee of 500 yen per car on weekdays/1,000 yen on weekends and holidays. *The fishing hole will be opened in advance by staff. ◆You can also enjoy our vegetables, which are grown with minimal pesticides! We also have a wide variety of daily menus using vegetables grown on our farm. We also have takeout menus that will keep you warm even in the cold, such as grilled corn and stone-roasted sweet potatoes.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 65
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00

===================================Go with a fishing sage! An empty-handed smelt fishing plan♪ Drilling holes, fishing, frying the smelt you caught... This is a smelt fishing tour where you do it all by yourself from start to finish! Since you are not prepared, but challenge yourself, you can learn while having fun♪ A "fishing sage" who is well versed in smelt fishing will accompany you and help you! He will teach you the tricks, so even beginners and children can enjoy it with peace of mind♪ We also provide equipment, so you can come empty-handed and participate from 5 years old◎ How about making some winter memories with your family? We will take photos and videos and give you the data☆ (free) == ... →Free shuttle service to the station is available. ・In front of the Family Mart in front of the west exit of the north exit of Sapporo Station 〒060-0807 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Kita-ku, Kita 7-jo Nishi 4-chome 1

• For Groups

• Age 18～Age 25
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

A plan to enjoy at a discount during the graduation trip season! Come empty-handed and enjoy catching some fish, and if you do, you can even try some tempura. There are flush toilets and rest huts, so you can rest assured! Round-trip transportation included! ★A student support plan only for the graduation trip season! ★★A hidden gem for smelt fishing in Sapporo★ "Toretagoya Fujii Farm" is a place where you can enjoy smelt fishing near Sapporo, so you can do it! It's easy to get there, just 30 minutes from Sapporo city! ★Recommended points★ ・Rent a full set of fishing gear! Come empty-handed! Beginners are also welcome! ・We have improved our agricultural vinyl greenhouses, so we're perfectly protected from the wind! ・The tempura you sample is made with rice flour from Yumepirika rice grown on our farm! You can enjoy the chewy texture of the batter. [Schedule] [8:50/12:50] Check-in 3 minutes walk from Sapporo Station (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) https://goo.gl/maps/gzCBiNjdhTynoCCx7 [9:00/13:00] Shuttle bus departs [9:50/13:50] Arrive at the farm, check-in and move to the fishing spot [10:00/14:00] Start of ice smelt fishing experience (at the rental house) [11:30/15:30] Finish smelt fishing, change clothes, try smelt tempura [11:50/15:50] Shuttle bus departs from the farm [12:30/16:30] Disband (in front of Lawson in Hokkaido Tsushin Building) [Fee] Weekdays per person Adult 5,000 yen * If you come by car, there is a separate parking fee for one car 500 yen on weekdays, 1,000 yen on weekends and holidays. *The fishing holes will be opened in advance by staff.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 08:45 / 12:50

★ Chill ICE Fishing Tour Hokkaido Chirukita-in Hokkaido Chill out ♪ in Cirquita is a coined word for “chill out in Hokkaido ”. ★ It is a new style Smelt fishing tour ♪ The tent is wide and you can relax in a stylish armchair! Enjoy stylish Smelt fishing. When you get to the fishing spot, install a tent and make a hole in the ice with a special drill. You can also experience drilling if you wish. The guide will guide you to the outdoors, and will provide you with tips and tricks for fishing. Even those who are new to fishing are safe. Smoothly remove the weak food and remove fish! It ’s fun to jump out and fish if the weather is good. Let's enjoy the smelt that you caught.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /4～5 hours
• 08:15

■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

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 3～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 11:00

■Schedule■ Board the hotel shuttle bus at the front right-hand side of the Sapporo Station North Exit, located in the group charter bus parking lot. (Meet at 10:50 AM, depart at 11:00 AM) Please be punctual. ↓ Take the free shuttle bus (to Chateau Zen Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort) to Barato in Kita Ward, Sapporo (approximately a 45-minute ride). ↓ Arrive at Chateau Zen Gateaux Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort (approximately 11:45 AM). *An attendant will be waiting at the arrival point to guide you. ↓ Enjoy the hotel's stylish all-you-can-eat and drink lunch buffet (11:50 AM - 1:00 PM). ↓ After using the restroom, getting ready, and receiving a fishing instruction, you will be transferred by private car to the smelt fishing site (5-15 minutes). *Depending on the ice conditions in March, the journey may take up to 15 minutes. ↓ Upon arriving at the fishing spot, your smelt fishing experience will begin immediately. (Available from 13:30 to a maximum of around 16:10) We will provide all the fishing equipment, tackle, bait, etc., so you can participate empty-handed. A professional guide will guide and instruct you. (Maximum stay of just under 3 hours) *You can try some smelt tempura (limited quantity) ↓ After enjoying fishing, move to the hotel (arriving around 16:20) and take a break to use the toilet, etc. ↓ 17:00 Depart from Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort on a free private bus (*If you wish, you can take a hot spring bath, etc., for an additional fee, and then return on the 19:10 bus.) ↓ Around 17:45 Arrive at the north exit of Sapporo Station and disband

• Pickup Service

• Age 3～Age 80
• 4～5 hours
• 11:00

■Schedule■ Please make sure to board the free shuttle bus bound for Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel & Resort, departing from the north exit of Sapporo Station at 11:00 AM. ↓Around 11:45 AM, an attendant will greet you at the hotel bus arrival point. After gathering at the designated counter for reception, a toilet break, and preparation, you will travel to a nearby fishing spot by private vehicle (5-15 minutes). ↓Your smelt fishing experience will begin (around 12:20 PM, approximately a 2-hour experience). A professional fishing guide will provide instruction. You may bring your own lunch to the tent. Hot water will be provided. (You can sample smelt tempura (limited quantities).) ↓After the experience, you will travel to the hotel by private vehicle (5-15 minutes, subject to seasonal variation). ↓From around 2:35 PM, purchase your favorite sweets at the Chateraise store inside Chateraise Gateau Kingdom Sapporo Hotel. (Includes a ticket worth 1,300 yen per person) *If you wish, you can change this to a hot spring bathing ticket. In that case, please take 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.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

Introducing a greedy plan where you can enjoy cycling on the snow with a fat bike, which is a hot topic, and fishing for smelt on ice, which is a popular winter activity. Fat bikes are amazingly stable and anyone can enjoy cycling on the snow with peace of mind. For ice smelt fishing, you can experience the popular plan with a warm stove fishing hut. In between fishing, you will have Domin-style stewed Genghis Khan udon and smelt tempura on ice. After enjoying cycling and fishing, please enjoy the hot springs that flow directly from the source. This private tour is guided by a popular professional guide, so you can enjoy cycling and fishing with peace of mind. We will guide you privately from one person. The rental bicycle during the tour is a full-scale fat bike made by KHS. The only JCA-approved JCGA-registered professional cycling guide in Hokkaido will guide you.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups