Hakuba · December – March
ScrollWinter, Reimagined
Leave the ordinary behind and discover Japan’s winter at its most captivating. Snowshoe through ancient forests draped in deep powder, breathe the crisp mountain air, and immerse yourself in breathtaking alpine landscapes. Designed for all ages and fitness levels, this private experience is accessible to everyone—whether you’re seeking a gentle family adventure or simply a unique way to explore the beauty of winter.
Certified winter guides Snowshoes & poles included Small, private groups 5.0 ★ guest-rated
Our winter tours
Choose your snowshoe adventure
Half Day · AM & PM
Private Snowshoe Tour at Iwatake
¥45,000 (1–3) · ¥50,000 (4–6) · lift passes not included
Full Day · 9:30–14:30
Private Snowshoe Tour in Tsugaike Shizen-en
¥55,000 (1–3) · ¥60,000 (4–6) · lift passes not included
Why winter hereThe deepest, lightest
The deepest, lightest
snow on earth.
Every winter, metres of famously dry powder bury the forests of Hakuba and Togakushi. On snowshoes, all of it belongs to you — no lifts, no crowds, no experience needed. Just you, your guide and the silence.
Winter tours
Six ways into the silence
Every tour is fully guided, all equipment included, and open to complete beginners — if you can walk, you can snowshoe.
Group
Group Snowshoe Tour in Hakuba Valley
From ¥14,000 / person
Join a small friendly group for a half-day snowshoe adventure. Tuesdays at PM & Saturdays at AM — pickup & drop-off at Hakuba Bus Terminal.
Hakuba Valley
Explore this tour →Private
Private Snowshoe Tours in Hakuba Valley
From ¥45,000 / 1–3 people
Your own guide, your own pace, your own route — the most flexible way into Hakuba’s winter backcountry. ¥45,000 (1–3 pax) / ¥50,000 (4–6 pax).
Hakuba Valley
Explore this tour →Evening
Private Evening Snowshoe Tour
From ¥45,000 / 1–3 people
Headlamps on, stars out — snowshoe the winter forest at dusk, fully private. ¥45,000 (1–3 pax) / ¥50,000 (4–6 pax).
Hakuba Valley
Explore this tour →Panoramas
Private Snowshoe Tour at Iwatake
From ¥45,000 / 1–3 people
Ride the gondola above the valley and snowshoe Iwatake’s panoramic ridgelines (lift passes not included).
Iwatake Ski Resort
Explore this tour →From mid-March
Private Snowshoe Tour in Tsugaike Shizen-en
From ¥55,000 / 1–3 people
A full day of deep-snow snowshoeing in the high alpine nature park, 9:30–14:30 (lift passes not included).
Tsugaike Shizen-en
Explore this tour →Full day
Private Snowshoe Tour in Togakushi
From ¥95,000 / private group (1–6)
A full day among the ancient cedar avenues and shrines of Togakushi, deep in fresh snow — the most atmospheric snowshoe day in the region.
Togakushi
Explore this tour →Winter, handledEverything a perfect
Everything a perfect
snow day needs.
Powder know-how
Our guides read the snow, the forest and the weather daily — you always get the best conditions Hakuba has that day.
Warmth built in
Hot tea among the trees, warming local lunches on full-day tours, and pacing that keeps everyone comfortable.
Every level welcome
Families, first-timers, photographers, adventurers — routes and pace are tailored to your group, always.
Little moments
What a winter day here feels like
Hot tea with a view
Nagano’s snow villages
The silent forest
12+
Winters guiding
5
Winter tours
5.0★
Guest rating
100%
Equipment included
Guest stories
Winter, remembered
★★★★★“The most magical day of our trip — deep powder, total silence, and a guide who made it effortless.”
— Sarah M., Australia
★★★★★“Togakushi under fresh snow was otherworldly. Hot tea among 400-year-old cedars — unforgettable.”
— Marc & Lena, Germany
★★★★★“Our kids (7 and 10) loved every minute of the snowshoe day. Safe, fun and beautifully organised.”
— The Wong family, Hong Kong