Enjoy an easy and unforgettable snowshoe trekking experience at the foothills of the World Heritage Shirakami-Sanchi, guided by a local forest expert.
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Shirakami-Sanchi's Snow Trekking with Professional Guide
The Experience
Experience snowshoe trekking in the pristine winter landscape at the foothills of Shirakami-Sanchi, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. This beginner-friendly course takes place close to local villages, making it easy to enjoy trekking through deep, fluffy snow while surrounded by magnificent nature. You can even try a fun snow dive for great photo opportunities.
The tour is open to participants aged 6 and above, making it perfect for families looking to create winter memories together. Walk slowly through the snowy forest on snowshoes and feel the quiet power of nature. Your guide is Eisakumi Saito, a legendary local forest professional who was born and raised in the Shirakami area and knows the mountains intimately. Clear instructions are provided, so even first-time snowshoe users can join with confidence. If you’re lucky, you may spot animal footprints along the way.
The experience includes round-trip transportation from JR Futatsui Station, with optional pickup from accommodations in Fujisato Town. After trekking, warm up with a cup of freshly brewed coffee made using Shirakami’s pure spring water—a special moment unique to winter in this region.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Price Details
Add-on Items
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
※ The experience may be forced to be canceled depending on the weather on the day. ※ If you have any health concerns, such as a chronic illness, please be sure to contact us in advance.
Important Booking Information
About Advance Preparation
Clothing & Gear
- Windproof and waterproof outerwear (Trekking rainwear top and bottom are recommended; ski wear is also acceptable)
- Mid-layer
- Tops: fleece or synthetic insulated jacket
- Bottoms: three-season trekking pants
- Base layer (tops and bottoms made of synthetic or wool materials)
- Thick trekking socks
- Warm, waterproof gloves
- Warm hat that covers the ears (e.g. knit cap)
- Neck warmer
- Snow boots or winter trekking shoes (insulated)
- Gaiters (to prevent snow from entering; not required if outer pants or inner gaiters are sufficient)
Items to Bring
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Lightweight gloves (for meals and breaks)
- Backpack
- Water bottle (about 500 ml of a warm drink)
- Spare thick socks
- Sunglasses
Note: If your pants provide sufficient insulation as an outer or base layer, a mid-layer is not necessary.
Rental Equipment
- Snowshoes or traditional kanjiki
- Trekking poles
(Rental equipment is included in the tour price.)