What outdoor experiences does NAMARA HOKKAIDO offer in Hokkaido?
In summer, we offer canoeing on Lake Kanayama in Minamifurano; in winter, ski and snowboard lessons in Hokkaido.
TOURS
Choose your Hokkaido outdoor experience by season and purpose
Paddle a canoe on the lake in summer, or take lessons on snow in winter. Choose an activity that suits you and check prices, participation requirements and the schedule.
QUICK ANSWERS
Outdoor experiences in Hokkaido
NAMARA HOKKAIDO, operated by NAMARA HOKKAIDO LLC, offers outdoor experiences in Hokkaido in winter and summer: canoeing on Lake Kanayama in Minamifurano and ski or snowboard lessons in winter.
Where can I find Hokkaido canoe experiences and winter lessons?
Use the canoe page for summer and the ski and snowboard lesson page for winter to review the activity, pricing information and booking link.
Does NAMARA HOKKAIDO operate only in Minamifurano?
Our activities take us to lakes, rivers and snowy mountains across Hokkaido. Our currently bookable summer canoe experience takes place at Lake Kanayama in Minamifurano. Tours described as future plans are not currently available to book.
01WINTER / SNOW
Ski & snowboard
Private ski and snowboard lessons in Hokkaido from an SAJ-certified ski school. Each group progresses together, from first-time guests to people who want to refine movement and decision-making.
- Check-in / bookings
- Check the booking page
02SUMMER / LAKE
Lake Kanayama canoe experience
Practise and paddle your own canoe on Lake Kanayama, where currents are gentle. The guide normally does not ride in the same canoe.
- Location
- Lake Kanayama, Minamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido
- Who can join
- Guests who meet the participation requirements
- Check-in / bookings
- Check the booking page
03SUMMER / KIDS / COMING SOON
Children's nature experiences
Please check current availability on the booking page. Details and participation requirements will be posted here when confirmed.
- Location
- Not currently available
- Who can join
- Not currently available
- Check-in / bookings
- Bookings are not open yet.
04GROUP / CUSTOM / COMING SOON
School and group programmes
School and group programmes are being prepared. Bookings are not yet open.
- Location
- Not currently available
- Who can join
- Not currently available
- Check-in / bookings
- Bookings are not open yet.
READY FOR HOKKAIDO?
Your next Hokkaido experience
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Review the experience and participation requirements, then prepare your preferred dates and group size.
QUALIFICATIONS / STANDARDS
Qualifications and training.
Our everyday guiding draws on training in skiing, canoeing, safety and care for the natural environment.
SAJ-certified ski school
NAMARA HOKKAIDO Ski & Snowboard Academy
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