Experience hunting in Hokkaido and participate in conscientious conservation efforts, guided by a local professional hunter

Details

• Private experience

• Location: Hamanaka, Hokkaido

• 2 to 3 hours

• 4 people max.

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

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

Harmony Through Hunting

Hokkaido, a region abundant with endless natural scenery, boasts thriving populations of wildlife, from sea otters and Steller's sea eagles, to brown bears and red-crowned cranes. While conservations work hard to preserve most species, certain species - like the Ezo deer - have rapidly become overgrown, threatening the ecosystem and causing severe damage to crops and vehicles. To combat this, policies have been put in place urging hunters to help with the ethical reduction of these hazardous populations. Originally working in Kanagawa prefecture as a businessman, Masanao moved all the way to Hokkaido's northern terrain to pursue his passion for hunting. Sit passenger side as he scans the horizons of expansive agricultural fields and wooded forests for signs of deer, ready to spring into action at any moment. Learn more about the careful conversation efforts being conducted in Hokkaido, and how hunters assist in ensuring that balance is maintained, while immersing directly into the thrill of the hunt yourself.

What you’ll do

Join Masanao by car and take to the roads of Hokkaido for a hunting session. Drive through fertile farmland and dense forests in search of game. Explore the natural beauty of Hokkaido while learning about hunting in Japan.

Who can attend

Children must be 12+

Availability

Everyday
Session 1 (Start at 6:00 AM)

Unavailable from mid October to the end of February.

Who else you should know

• Tour participants are observers ONLY during the actual hunt. Firearm handling/discharge without a valid Japanese hunting license is strictly prohibited.

• Guests should have their own vehicle to attend the experience, but if needed, please feel free to contact us at info@deeperjapan.com and we can arrange one for you.

• The host recommends staying at Guest House Gimanchi the night before the experience for the guests' ease of transport, as the session starts early.

Access

70 minutes from Kushiro Airport by car

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.