Skiing Through Scencic History: Ski Tour Hokkaido's Wetland Landscape

Details

• Private experience

• Location: Notsuke, Hokkaido

• 3 hours

• 3 people max.

• Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English

  (French/German/Spanish interpretation may be available upon request)

Glide Across Glistening Scenery

The flat fields that make the Betsukai region perfect for dairy farms transform in the winter season into the ideal landscape for cross-country ski trekking. Much of the natural scenery, covered with layers of snow, has remained practically untouched since the early ages of exploration conducted in the Meiji era, while other forest views have been preserved exactly as the indigenous Ainu people of the past saw them. Even the tracks of a discontinued railroad, first laid in the early Showa period when Japan embarked on further modernization, create a seamless trail for winter expeditions. Then, detach the skies to trek on top of a frozen river, which once transported sailships, voyagers, and essential materials for early settlements in the region, before resuming the cross-country ski expedition. Led by a local outdoor expert, immerse into a historic landscape while enjoying the invigoration of winter activities.

What you’ll do

Suit up and ski through fields, along once-bustling rail lines, and across frozen shores. Learn about the history of Hokkaido from a local outdoor expert while surrounded by pristine winter scenery.

Who can attend

Children must be 12+

Availability

Every day
Session 1 (9:00 - 12:00)
Please send us an email to info@deeperjapan.com if you wish to book a different time.

Access

25mins via car from Attoko station （厚床駅）

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at least 30 days in advance. See our cancellation policy here.
* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.