Tour Plan

Information

Biei town is one of Hokkaido’s leading tourist destinations. Large rolling hills, the majestic Tokachidake mountain range and Daisetsuzen mountains, mysterious blue pond and blue river. The fields and natural scenery that spread out over a vast area change color with seasons, and no matter what season you visit, they leave an impression on us. Our guided tour will slowly introduce you to the overwhelmingly beautiful natural scenery of Biei that cannot be seen anywhere else.

Snowshoe tour on the fluffy powder snow. The vast hills of Biei town are covered in beautiful white snow. Mysterious blue river. A silent forest. A relaxing space surrounded by snow-covered trees. A rare experience to feel Mt.Tokachidake “winter mountain” up close.

Snowshoes are specialized outdoor gear for walking over snow. Their large footprint spreads the user's weight out and allows them to travel largely on top of rather than through snow. Adjustable bindings attach them to appropriate winter footwear. Snowshoeing is easy to learn and in appropriate conditions is a relatively safe and inexpensive recreational activity.

Please come dressed warmly. Wear a knit cap or earmuffs on your face as your ears can get cold. Wear a turtleneck shirt, scarf or neck warmer. You’ll feel much cold if your neck gets cold. Heattech is good for innerwear. Fleece is recommended because it is easier to move in than a sweater. A down jacket or winter outerwear is required. You will also need warm gloves and waterproof boots. Ski wear or rain wear is recommended if you are participating in a snowshoe tour. We walk on fluffy snow. It’s better to have a backpack to store your clothes. It can get hot while walking sometime.

*Rental winter jacket/pants and boots are available. However sizes are limited.

Snowshoe tour on Biei Winter rolling hills

Beautiful hill scenery in Biei covered in pure white snow. A world of white that cannot be imagined from the colorful natural scenery of summer. Not touristy and quiet secret area. A leisurely snowshoe tour on the fluffy snow. Local guide will show you to secret areas.

Tour period : 20th/Dec/2023 ~ 29th/Feb/2024

Tour time : 9:30 ~ 12:00

*Tour time includes transfer and preparation time. The walking time with snowshoes is approximately 60 – 90 min.

*Tour end time may vary depending on the number of customers and weather.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 7,500yen / 2 people or more 6,000yen/per person

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Snowshoe tour on Biei Winter rolling hills with photo location 1day tour One day tour for Half day Snowshoeing and visit some photo spots.

Tour time 9:30 ~ 14:00

*Includes lunch time at local restaurant in Biei. Lunch fee shouldered by customer.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 11,500yen / 2 people or more 9,500yen/per person

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Snowshoe tour in winter forest and mysterious blue river

Snowshoeing in the beautiful forest of Shirogane onsen area. As you walk into the quite forest, you will be ablw to experience a relaxing space surrounded by nature and a beautiful forest that can only be experienced in winter. Beyond the forest, you can see a mysterious blue river flowing through a world of pure white snow.

Tour period : 10th/Dec/2023 ~ 10th/Mar/2024

Tour time : 9:30 ~ 12:00

*Tour time includes transfer and preparation time. The walking time with snowshoes is approximately 60 – 90 min.

*Tour end time may vary depending on the number of customers and weather.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

*Possible to meet at Shirogane onsen area if you have a car or stay at Shirogane onsen.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 7,500yen / 2 people or more 6,000yen/per person

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Snowshoe tour in winter forest and mysterious blue river with photo location 1day tour One day tour for Half day Snowshoeing and visit some photo spots.

Tour time 9:30 ~ 14:00

*Includes lunch time at local restaurant in Biei. Lunch fee shouldered by customer.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

*Possible to meet at Shirogane onsen area if you have a car or stay at Shirogane onsen.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 11,500yen / 2 people or more 9,500yen/per person

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Snowshoe tour on Tokachidake winter mountain

The impressive mountain range of the Mt.Tokachidake. Amazing snowy scenery from mountain. A snowshoe tour where you can fully feel the energy of Hokkaido’s great nature. Feel a little scared and difficult to go up to the winter mountain? NO PROBLEM. An experienced local guide will guide you thoroughly. Of course, we will not go to dangerous places or unreasonable. Guide choose a route that suits the weather and your physical fitness. Now, challenge yourself to mini hike the snowy mountains of your dreams!

Tour period : 1th/Mar/2024 ~ 15th/Apr/2024

Tour time : 9:30 ~ 13:00

*Tour time includes transfer and preparation time. The walking time with snowshoes is approximately 60 – 90 min.

*Tour end time may vary depending on the number of customers and weather.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

*Possible to meet at Tokachidake onsen area if you have a car or stay at Tokachidake onsen.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 9,500yen / 2 people or more 8,000yen/per person

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Snowshoe tour on Tokachidake winter mountain with onsen time 1day tour One day tour for Half day Snowshoeing and enjoy Tokachidake onsen.

Tour time 9:30 ~ 14:30

*Include onsen time. Onsen fee shouldered by customer.

*Bring some bread or snacks. Not include lunch time. No restaurant on the mountain. Lunch fee shouldered by customer.

Meeting place : In front of [Oka-no-kura] Biei Roadside Rest Area. Next to Hotel Lavenir near by JR Biei station.

*Possible to meet at Tokachidake onsen area if you have a car or stay at Tokachidake onsen.

Tour fee : 1 person participating 12,000yen / 2 people or more 10,000yen/per person

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Photo Gallery

Beautiful hill scenery
mountain range
Take a break
Beautiful hill scenery
Blue river
Blue river

Q & A

Of course, possible to participate by one person.

However, please note that the tour fee will be different if the tour held by one person.

Please check the details on the tour information page.

Please use the free public parking lot next to JR Biei station or [Oka-no-kura] roadside station.

The tour will be canceled if snowstorm or whiteout.

Snowshoe tour can be held even if there is some snow or a little wind. (Course content may change depending on the weather.)

The course content and duration of each tour are subject to change depending on snowfall and weather. We will ask you if we need to make a change the tour course, and there will be no cancellation fee in this case. Also there will be no cancellation fee if the tour is canceled due to bad weather, or if public transportation is closed. Snowshoe tour can be held even if there is some snow or a little wind. The tour will be canceled if snowstorm or whiteout.

Cancellation by customer.

50% of tour fee : Canceled on 3days ~ 1 day before the tour date.

100% of tour fee : Canceled on the tour day or No show.

Please pay the tour fee on the tour day at meeting place. Payment can be cash, credit card and some other cashless payments.