Ayu Fishing Adventure in the Pristine Shubuto River
Highlights
- Famous for its flavor, Shubuto River's award-winning ayu offers a unique fishing experience
- Optional: Enjoy your freshly caught ayu grilled with salt on the spot
- Ayu fishing is easy with rental gear provided on the tour
What to expect
Catch delicious ayu in the Shubuto River, made ideal for spawning by local efforts. Try "tomozuri," a traditional Japanese fishing method, with this easy, hands-free tour!
What's included
- Guide fee
- Insurance
- Experience fee
- Equipment rental fee (rod, landing net, bait container, fishing boat, waders)
- Bait Ayu
- Fishing permit
About this experience
Schedule
- Meet at Kuromatsunai Tourism Association
- Get Ready by Putting On Waders (approx. 3-hour tour)Waders keep you dry while walking in the river. All equipment is provided, and the guide will assist you in preparation.
- Ayu Fishing in Shubuto RiverShubuto River, a pristine stream in Kuromatsunai, is home to wild ayu found only in southern Hokkaido. Local efforts preserve the ayu population, producing tall, large, and delicious fish.

- Walk in the RiverWith waders, stay dry as you follow the guide to top spots. "Tomozuri" uses long rods, and the guide assists with permits, bait, and techniques.

- Return to Kuromatsunai Tourism Association, Tour Ends (time is approximate)
Location and Directions
Check-in / Check-out
Kuromatsunaikankokyoukai
〒048-0101 Hokkaido, Suttsu District, Kuromatsunai, 545 温泉ぶなの森内
■Access by Car
・From Niseko: Via Route 5 (50 minutes)
・From Lake Toya: Via Route 37 (50 minutes)
・From Otaru: Via Route 5 (2 hours)
・From Hakodate: Via Route 5 (2 hours)
・From Sapporo: Via Route 230 → Route 5 (2.5 hours via Nakayama Pass)
■Access by Train
・Kuromatsunai Station (JR Hokkaido / Hakodate Main Line)
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Restrictions
- Eligibility:
- Generally for 4th grade students and older (must fit waders; minimum shoe size: 22 cm).
What to bring
- Skirts and wide-leg pants are not allowed as they make wearing waders difficult. Avoid heavy clothing like jeans, as waders can get humid in summer.
- Drinking water
- Change of clothes (in case of falling into the river)
- There are insects by the river, so wearing long sleeves and a hat is recommended.
- Polarized sunglasses (helpful but not required).
- Comfortable clothing
Additional notes
- Operates in Rain: No
- Programs may be modified or canceled due to weather or other conditions. No fees will be charged for cancellations before the program starts. However, no refunds will be provided if the program is canceled after it has begun.
- Participation fees include insurance. Injuries during the program will be covered within the scope of the organizer's insurance.
- As the program mainly involves outdoor activities, unforeseen accidents may occur. For safety, please follow the instructions of guides and instructors.
The organizer and guides are not responsible for accidents caused by customer negligence or intentional actions.
Operated by
Kuromatsunai Tourist Association (Code:195772)
Cancellation policy
- After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%


















