SAJ-certified ski school
NAMARA HOKKAIDO Ski & Snowboard Academy
HOKKAIDO NATURE KNOWLEDGE
What to know before heading outdoors
Information on winter, summer and safety. Read what is currently available before choosing an experience.
WINTER
Snow experiences: before you book.
Winter information currently available.
Hokkaido snow, skiing and snowboarding
Snow conditions in Hokkaido vary by region and day. We introduce NAMARA HOKKAIDO ski and snowboard lessons alongside official weather information.
SUMMER
Lake experiences: before you book.
Current summer information, including canoeing on Lake Kanayama.
Choosing a Canoe Experience in Hokkaido
Compare the waterway, paddling style, total duration and participation requirements to choose a canoe experience for your trip. NAMARA HOKKAIDO currently runs its experience at Lake Kanayama in Minamifurano.
Canoe Clothing and Packing List
Prepare clothing, footwear, a change of clothes and warm layers for your Lake Kanayama canoe experience.
Lake Kanayama activity area
Summer activities take place at Lake Kanayama in Minamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido. Please check current availability on the booking page.
SAFETY
Read about safety first
Read our approach to safety before joining.
Our approach to safety
We check before setting out, then adapt activities as needed to the conditions and participants on the day.
QUALIFICATIONS / STANDARDS
Qualifications and training.
Our everyday guiding draws on training in skiing, canoeing, safety and care for the natural environment.
Hokkaido Outdoor Guide
Canoe discipline
Swiftwater Rescue Technician Level I
Completed Rescue 3 Japan training
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
Wilderness Medical Associates · Professional level
Leave No Trace Japan
Care for the natural environment