Snow shoes/Snow trekking in Japan Page 3

• Age 7～Age 79
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30

Jozankei Onsen is called the back parlor of Sapporo. Jozankei is blessed with a rich natural environment and has beautiful scenery. A nature guide will lead you through the winter forest of Jozankei wearing Western snowshoes called snowshoes. The winter forest is full of fun elements such as fluffy powder snow, the sound of animal footsteps, bird watching, and snow slides. With snowshoes, you can walk anywhere you want, even in places where the snow is so deep that you would normally not be able to go into them. No experience or skill required. It can be easily enjoyed by everyone from children to the elderly. During the tour, we pitched a simple tent and took a break along the river. Enjoy the atmosphere of the quiet Jozankei valley! After the experience, we will stop by a hot spring. We provide free transportation to and from Sapporo Station. This tour is recommended for those who want to enjoy both snowshoeing and hot springs in Hokkaido in winter.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

[Summary] Experience snowshoeing at Nikko Yumoto Onsen. The course is flat, so it can be enjoyed by three generations of the family. A nature guide will show you how to enjoy winter activities such as sledding and observing animal footprints. Why not play in the powder snow of Oku-Nikko? [Distance] Approximately 3km (walking around the parks in the Oku-Nikko Yumoto Onsen area) [Schedule] 10:00 Meet in front of Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center ・Reception ・Snowshoe rental (free), explanation of how to use 10:15 Departure ・Activity location: Nikko Yumoto Onsen Park and snowshoe course *To ensure safety, we will select a course taking into account snowfall conditions. 12:00 Arrival/disbandment in front of Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center [About snowshoes] Snowshoes are a tool like "kanjiki" that you wear on your shoes to walk on snow. Please note that there are no dedicated shoes for snowshoes, and we can accommodate a wide range of shoes with a hard instep (snow boots, etc.) that are cold-resistant and waterproof. We also rent snow boots, but please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request due to size and number restrictions. If you would like to rent boots, please let us know in the answer to the questions when making your reservation. [Regarding the event period] If it is difficult to hold the event due to snow conditions, we may contact you after your reservation to cancel.

• Age 7～Age 80
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30 / 13:30

Otaru is a tourist destination that represents Hokkaido. If you move a little away from the center, you will find a vast expanse of snowy nature. A nature guide will lead you through the Otaru forest in winter wearing Western snowshoes called snowshoes. The winter forest is full of fun elements such as fluffy powder snow, the sound of animal footsteps, bird watching, and snow slides. With snowshoes, you can walk anywhere you want, even in places where the snow is so deep that you would normally not be able to go into them. No experience or skill required. It can be easily enjoyed by everyone from children to the elderly. During the tour, we set up a simple tent and had tea time! Drinking hot drinks in the midst of nature has a special taste. We provide free transportation to and from Otaru Station. There are two half-day tours a day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. This tour is recommended for those who want to experience snowshoeing in Hokkaido. This guided tour can be given in English.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30

A leisurely hike to admire pretty flowers From spring to early summer, colorful pretty flowers bloom one after another here in Shinetsu Kogen. Flaccid anemone, skeleton flower, glaucidium palmatum and lysimachia. A leisurely hiking tour from spring to early summer, where you can take a deep breath slowly in the woods and admire the lovely flowers. We will guide you to the best place according to the time, your experience, and your physical strength. Let's enjoy the spring hike together. -Flow of the day- Meeting place: Kurohime Station, Myoko Kogen Station, etc. We also accept transfers to and from accommodations and campsites around Shinanomachi. Please contact us for details Tour location: Sasagamine plateau, Madarao plateau, Kurohime plateau, Mt. Iizuna, etc. 8:30 AM --Meet at the meeting place or pick up at the accommodation. Take the guided shuttle car to the tour start point. 9:00 AM --Tour start Hiking start. We will guide you to the best place of the day, so let's enjoy the spring flower tour. 11:30 AM-Lunch Picnic Lunch. Please bring your lunch. 14:00 PM --Tour end Return to the meeting place and the tour is over.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 15～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 14:00

This is a tour where you can experience snowshoeing and enjoy the Shikotsu Lake Ice Festival while admiring the spectacular view of Hokkaido's representative lake, which can be reached in about an hour from central Sapporo. Various types of ice art made from the frozen water of Lake Shikotsu are illuminated in vivid colors at night, creating a fantastical world.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

In the deep forest, Snowshoes Let's go and meet the beech woodland and the huge tree that will survive!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Wander through the songwriter's beech forest designated as a national natural treasure with a nature guide with a snowshoe. Would you like to be healed by winter beech?

• For Rainy Days

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:45 / 13:00

This is an introductory snowshoeing course that anyone can enjoy. It's a leisurely walk on a course with little elevation difference, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength or those who are experiencing it for the first time can participate with peace of mind. The walking distance is short, but there is also play and nature observation! It's full of fun and charm. Enjoy the fantastic snowy scenery and magnificent mountain views!

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• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

The snow activity plan includes walking around the mountains on snowshoes and driving your own snowmobile. For lunch, a light meal will be served in a room with a fireplace. After your meal, you can play with a white koala's original sled and enjoy playing in the winter snow! ! *Please take turns to enjoy. Please note that there may be a waiting time in that case. Languages ​​that can be spoken: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Thai can be communicated using a translation app.

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• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

Snowshoe hiking tour for beginners. *This is the recommended plan that allows you to enjoy the icefall in the easiest way. Kurotaki is a waterfall with a height of 20 meters located at an altitude of approximately 1,123 meters, and when it freezes in the severe cold, it becomes a spectacular icefall. English Guide Available

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• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

A snowshoe tour with a 15-year-old bear who guides you through the nature of Nasu! We will see how living creatures survive the harsh winter and play in various ways in the snow. ～Flow of the day～① Gather at the roadside station Nasu Kogen Yuai no Mori (5 minutes) ② Tour explanation (5 minutes) ③ Transfer to the snowshoe point by bus (30 minutes) ④ Snowshoe tour (60 minutes) ⑤ Tea time (30 minutes) ⑥ Move to the roadside station Nasu Kogen Yuai no Mori (30 minutes) ⑦ Disband

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• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

I want to try the snowshoes. Anxiety but there is a plan to snowshoe. Such people to a trial program of recommended snowshoe guide will tell you firmly. Who wear-flat movement in addition to the basic things such as, I will advice the point of climbing down.

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• Age 11～Age 70
• 5～6 hours

A snowshoe trek to Lake Mashu during the mid-winter season starting in the afternoon. A nature guide will take you to the Uramashu Observation Deck, which is closed during the winter. Would you like to go see the snow-covered Lake Mashu on snowshoes? Please meet at Kiyosato Ihatov Youth Hostel by 11:30 on the day of your participation. If you are coming by JR, please contact us. This is a half-day course with a gentle uphill slope. The course is reasonably priced, so even women can participate. Along the way, you can enjoy encounters with wild animals such as red foxes, red squirrels, and woodpeckers. *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. [Note] *Children under 10 years old cannot apply. *Please note that snowshoe trekking may not be possible depending on snow conditions. [Ura-Mashu Snowshoe Tour Procedure] 11:30 Please gather at Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel. *For those using JR, we will pick you up at JR Kiyosatocho Station. Please come by train arriving at JR Kiyosatocho Station at 11:24 or 10:58. ■Depart for the Uramashu snowshoe tour *On the way, we will stop at a convenience store and purchase lunch etc. ↓Arrive at the Uramashu Snowshoe Tour starting point around 12:00. Start your snowshoe walk towards the Uramashu Observation Deck. ↓ Around 15:30 Uramashu Snowshoe Tour ends and returns to Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel. ↓Arrival at Kiyosato Ihatov Hostel around 16:30

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• Age 16～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 05:30

Early morning snow hike tour for a limited time only. *Although it is aimed at people with strong legs, there is no problem even if you have no experience climbing snowy mountains. *There is also a river crossing. This view only lasted for 3 weeks! ! Unryu Valley, one of the most spectacular views in Japan that you should visit at least once in Nikko in winter, is located at an altitude of approximately 1,400m.In the depths of winter, the waterfall completely freezes and becomes a 120m-long icefall, at the entrance of the valley. The abundant fresh water creates an ice curtain that covers the entire wall, and countless icicles appear, creating a scenery called an ice temple. English Guide Available

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• Age 16～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

Oku-Nikko Snowshoe Hike Tour. Ioritaki is a waterfall that quietly cascades down in a quiet forest in Nikko National Park. This 20m waterfall is located at an altitude of 1,686m, and due to the severe cold, it slowly freezes over time, turning it into a stunning ice-blue icefall.

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• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Snow board is a simple play where you ride on a wooden board and run over the snow. In recent years, experience snowboarding, which has been attracting attention as a new winter activity, at Rokuroshi Kogen! The appeal of snowboards is that even inexperienced people can freely enjoy them. It is also fun for small children to play as a sled. Wear snowshoes and trek with a guide to a course point where you can ski in a place that makes the most of the natural topography of Rokuroshi Kogen. You can enjoy the feeling of floating when you ride on a snow board in the fluffy snow, and you can also enjoy the course in the backcountry as you wish. Before you know it, why not enjoy a different kind of winter fun with a snowboard that will captivate both adults and children?

• Age 10～Age 68
• 5～6 hours

This is a snow trekking trip to see a large icefall with a drop of 50m or more. In the mountainous areas of southern Nara Prefecture, icefalls form here and there during the winter, but this one is the largest. There are places where it is difficult to walk on the snowy mountain trails, so we wear light crampons and walk slowly with the guide. The walking time is about 1 hour uphill and 40 minutes downhill, walking slowly while taking pictures.

• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 67
• Over 6 hours on the day

We will trek in the snowy mountains aiming for the powerful frozen Otaki "Hyobaku" and the beautiful ice art "Hyojun" that can be made in the cave! This area of the Omine mountain range is a mountainous area with low temperatures, and large waterfalls exceeding 30 meters can freeze in the extreme cold season. Depending on the conditions of the day, we will visit two or three icefalls and ice bamboo shoots. An experienced guide accompanies you and walks at a slow pace. No special mountaineering skills or experience are required, but physical strength is required to walk about 2 hours up and 1 hour 30 minutes down. In addition, this tour is for those who can prepare suitable equipment for trekking and those who love mountain climbing.

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• 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
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

A snow-covered inevitable tour where you can walk, run, and fly in the snow forest in Sahoro Ski Area! Snowshoes made to walk in the snow. Even if you can't ski, you can get down on foot and enjoy it! Use the lift to reach the top of the Sahoro Ski Area. Because you only walk down the snowy mountains, you can enjoy even if you do not have physical strength. adult is also a snow-covered tour for children! Please join us in a warm fashion! !

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Snowshoe Forest walk, snow play in the forest, etc. ♪ It is a recommended course for families who can participate even with children! We also have courses that only adults can enjoy, so we welcome couples, couples, and friends to join us. ● Time ● Approximately 2 hours Morning: 10: 00-Afternoon: 13: 00- ● Minimum number of reservations ● 2 people or more ● Price & plan contents ● Adults (junior high school students and above) ・ ・ ・ 3800 yen (tax included) Small People (3 years old to elementary school students) ・ ・ ・ 3100 yen (tax included) Snowshoe guide, snowshoe rental * You can upgrade to Montbell snowshoe for an additional 400 yen. If you wish, please write in the remarks column. ● What to bring ● Ski wear Winter gloves, hat (yarn is recommended) Cold boots (snow boots) * All of the above can be rented as a set (3000 yen for a set) * Notes * In case of bad weather (storm and snow warning, warning) Please note that the reservation will be canceled after it is confirmed. Children under junior high school age must be accompanied by a guardian.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

Trekking in the woods wearing snowshoes! Let's go to see the fantastic "waterfall of haze"! Walking time is about one hour round trip. Since the go traveling at your own pace, you can enjoy anyone without difficulty.

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• 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 11～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day

In the morning, you will take a hot air balloon free flight, taking a walk in the air in a hot air balloon over the world of white snow, viewing the drift ice from the sky, and in the afternoon, you will go to Kaminoko Pond on snowshoes. The hot air balloon free flight is an aerial walk of about 30 minutes. You can enjoy the great outdoors from the same perspective as the birds. You will touch the hot air balloon and have various experiences while being explained about the mechanism and principles of the hot air balloon. From the time you join the tour, you are also a member of the hot air balloon crew. After the hot air balloon free flight experience, you will purchase lunch at a convenience store and depart for a snowshoe tour to Kaminoko Pond. Snowshoe Trekking to Kaminoko Pond We depart for a snowshoe tour to Kaminoko Pond in a special car for snowshoe trekking guides. We head for Kaminoko Pond while enjoying a snow hike through the forest. You can see the wonderful Kaminoko Pond that can only be seen in the harsh winter. A nature guide will guide you to a wonderful world created by nature in the harsh winter. Along the way, you can search for rabbit and red fox footprints, encounter woodpeckers, and enjoy the great outdoors of Hokkaido. We can also accommodate one person, but there will be an additional 12,100 yen charge for 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 due to full capacity. *Please note that the hot air balloon free flight and snowshoe trekking may not be possible depending on the snowfall conditions.

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• Age 13～Age 90
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Wear snowshoes and take a leisurely stroll to Goro's Stone House, a filming location for the TV drama [From the North Country], which is closed in the winter. Why not try walking on snowshoes and feel like Goro? Jun Hotaru ~♪♪ Let's enjoy the winter that can only be found in Furano♪ English-speaking staff available! Languages ​​that can be spoken: Japanese, English, Chinese Traditional, Chinese Simplified, Korean, and Thai using a translation app It will be supported.

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• For Groups

• Age 13～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

The snow activity plan includes walking around the mountains on snowshoes and driving your own snowmobile. For lunch, you can enjoy a light meal in your room, which has a fireplace. After your meal, you can play with a white koala's original sled and enjoy playing in the winter snow! ! After playing, we will guide you to the snowy open-air bath surrounded by nature. *Please take turns riding the snowmobile. Please note that there may be a waiting time in that case. English-speaking staff available!＜＜Plans without hot springs are also available＞＞ Languages ​​that can be spoken: Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, and Thai can be communicated using a translation app.

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• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:00

This is a snowshoe hiking tour that climbs Shioyama Maruyama in Shioya, Otaru City, Hokkaido near Sapporo. A professional guide will give lectures on the points of winter mountain walking. This is a recommended tour for those who want to challenge the winter mountains and want to make their snowshoe debut. We will aim for the summit on a route different from the summer road. From the forest road walk, we will reach the ridge and aim for the summit of 629m. A spectacular ocean view awaits you from the top of the mountain! After descending the mountain, if you wish, you can stop by a nearby hot spring.

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• Age 4～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

Just a short walk from our Dancing Snow office, you'll find stunning nature. Climb, descend, snowshoes and enjoy access to pristine forests. Anyone from small children can easily do it ♪ (Please prepare snow boots and boots.) We will take a walk in a safe forest that will be fun for all customers. You can also take a walk on walking skis (skis and boots can be rented), so please feel free to contact us. At noon, we will make a snow table and enjoy a warm lunch together♪ Usually, it is a hot sandwich, but we can change the menu as necessary, such as cheese fondue (we will also prepare wine).

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

[Akita Winter Fun Discount] Use the coupon code "6AKC" to get 50% off the listed price! (Maximum 6,000 yen discount per person / until February 28th) Snowshoe experience at the foot of the World Heritage Shirakami Mountains. 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 you can rest assured even if you are worried about driving on snowy roads. ★ Recommended for ★ ・I want to try snowshoeing! ・I want to play in the snow ・I want to relieve everyday stress ・I want to be picked up and dropped off ・I want to make memories with my family [Schedule example] 10:00 Meeting: After checking the equipment, departure 10:30-14:30 After a lecture on how to put on snowshoes/kanjiki and how to walk, let's enjoy snow hiking. Feel free to walk, dive into the snow, or observe animal footprints. Enjoy coffee and roasted marshmallows during break time. 15:00 Disband *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 be changed to another location (Mt. Moriyoshi, etc.). In that case, a separate gondola fee may be required.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Skiing and snowboarding are a bit difficult ... but I want to play with snow! It is a plan for those who love nature for both young and old. Even beginners can walk around the snowy mountain with "Snowshoes", which allows you to easily walk on fluffy snow. Dive into fresh snow, lie down, feel the white snow scene, look for animal footprints, and local guys will tell you how to enjoy the snow. Also enjoy a hot cafe time on the snow table

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• For Groups