Things to do in Tohoku

• Age 10～Age 80
• 4～5 hours

[January to March] Snow trekking to the frozen waterfall called Hyobaku in Zao, Yamagata. Every winter, the entire huge waterfall freezes, creating a frozen waterfall about 30 meters high and several tens of meters wide. Its power cannot be conveyed in a photo. This area, which has long attracted ice climbing enthusiasts, is called the Ice Garden, and is a world of ice like in a movie. Step into the frozen world of Senninzawa Ice Garden in search of unknown spectacular views. On the way there, head downhill from the end of the lift at Zao Liza World Ski Resort. The end of the second lift is a field of frost-covered trees lined with large ice monsters. You can also enjoy viewing the frost-covered trees. Put on crampons from the end of the lift and trek for about an hour to Senninzawa Ice Garden. Rental snowshoes and other lightweight gear were introduced two seasons ago. Once you arrive, it's time for lunch while watching the frozen waterfall. The guide will provide hot water, so please bring a lunch such as instant noodles to warm you up. A tent-type toilet will also be set up during lunch, so you can use the restroom. You can hydrate without worrying about the toilet. After enjoying the mysterious world of ice, you will climb back up the steep slope and change into snowshoes. You can walk on the fluffy new snow, slide on your buttocks, and on the way back, you will walk down to the ski resort without using the lift. Those who are new to snow mountain climbing can participate, but you will need the stamina to walk for more than four hours on your own feet with a backpack on. There are some steep descents and ascents. *If the route to the ice waterfall cannot be safely walked due to field conditions, we may change to a walk around the area on snowshoes. <Equipment> Snowshoes: ATLAS Helium BC 23,26 (Innovative light and portable mountain snowshoes) Poles: Montbell Fall Line Poles (Lightweight backcountry poles) Light crampons: Montbell Snow Spikes 10 (Required for steep slopes up to the icefall) Helmet: Montbell Alpine Helmet (Wear when approaching the icefall. Store in a backpack while moving) <Not included in the price> Parking fee (1,000 yen on weekends and holidays only, free on weekdays) * Recommended age: 10 years old and above * Please contact us in advance if you have a chronic illness or are worried about your physical strength. * Pets are not allowed. * Our guides can speak English, so English speakers are welcome to join.

• Age 3～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30 / 11:00 / 13:00

There's nothing but fluffy snow!!! Please bring toys such as sleds!!! When Lake Hibara freezes over, you might be able to take a gondola ride or a walk on the lake! Come and experience something out of the ordinary in the silvery white world of Urabandai! Photos taken by staff will be given to you for free♪! Toilets and changing areas are available! Dogs are welcome to join for free☆彡 [Experience process] ■ Meet in front of the BACSS sign along the prefectural road ■ Move around while enjoying a gondola ride pulled by a snowmobile ■ Play in the snow ・When Lake Hibara freezes over, you might be able to ride a gondola pulled by a snowmobile on the lake and take photos! ? ■The tour ends with a gondola ride back to the meeting point■Number of participants: 2 or more【Necessary items】■Warm clothing (snow wear), hat, gloves, boots (long boots), goggles (or sunglasses)◎Snow play equipment if necessary (not available for rental, please prepare your own in advance)※We have rental wear available for a fee, although sizes are limited. If you require it, please let us know the size and quantity when making your reservation. Snow wear rental: 1,000 yen per person (cash payment on the day) Hats, gloves, boots (long boots), and goggles are not available for rental, so please prepare your own in advance. ※Please note that we do not rent snow wear for children. ※Please refrain from wearing sneakers or heels. (Please wear snow boots or long boots)

• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups