Lake Shikotsu Ice Walk | Experience the Crystal-Clear Beauty of Japan’s Most Pristine Lake
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Highlights
Break the ice, jump into Lake Shikotsu, or float on frozen water—stay warm and dry in a full dry suit!
A hot new trend! Experience a unique winter marine adventure playing with ice
Enjoy the experience at Lake Shikotsu Onsen, located in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, about 1.5 hours by car from Sapporo
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Niseko/ Shikotsu/ Toya/ Noboribetsu
2 hour(s)
Available Daily
Japanese
Pick-up not available
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What to expect
Enjoy a unique Ice Walk on Lake Shikotsu, available only during winter! Walk on frozen ice, dive into snow, and stay warm in a dry suit. No swimming skills needed. Easy access from Sapporo!
The tour period and content are subject to change depending on local weather conditions.
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Ice Walk Adventure
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 6 & over)
USD 66.05
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 6 & over)
USD 66.05
Price per Adult/Child :
**Operation Period:** January 5 – April 19, 2026
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
2 hour(s)
Available Daily
Japanese
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Insurance / Japanese-speaking staff / Equipment rental fee (dry suit, hood, gloves) / Experience photos / Half-price ticket for “Marukoma Onsen” or day-use hot spring ticket for “Mizu no Uta” (available only for Shikotsu area operators)
Schedule
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Start time :
10:00
Meet at Shikotsu Kamui (Ocean Days Facility)
Tour Start (1.5 hours)
The new-style ice walk, where you can play on the ice, is a highlight of winter! Even if you fall into the ice, the dry suit will keep you afloat, so it’s easy even for those who can’t swim.
Play in the snow!
On days with fresh snowfall, everyone can make snow angels together—who will be the most angelic?
Wearing a dry suit keeps you warm, so you can play freely and comfortably in nature.
Make the most of the fresh snow!
Use the deep fresh snow to bury yourself—or let others bury you!
It may look cold from the outside, but it’s surprisingly warm inside.
Take this chance to try something you normally wouldn’t—it’s all part of the fun!
Experience something truly unique—an unforgettable adventure on ice.
When the ice cracks, it turns into a floating island—an experience you don’t often get!
Try balancing on the ice and see how it feels.
Even if you fall in, don’t worry—the dry suit keeps you warm, dry, and floating safely!
12:00
Dismissal After the Experience
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Start time :
Pick-up time & location
Check-in time & location
10:00
Shikotsu-Kamui (Ocean Days facility)
Location, direction and description
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Though the name of the facility on the map is "Minshuku Mizuumi", it is now a facility of Ocean Days.
Set your car navigation to "Shikotsuko Hot Spring Resort" and go down the parking area in Shikotsuko Hot Spring Resort, and you will find Ocean Days in the shopping street in front of you.
About 70 minutes by car from Sapporo.
About 30 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport.
About 30 minutes by car from JR Chitose Station.
About 30 minutes by car from Tomakomai.
It takes about 45 minutes by train from Sapporo Station to New Chitose Station.
Get on a bus number 3 of Shikotsuko Lind from New Chitose Airport.
The bus from New Chitose Airport departs at 8:40 and arrives at Shikotsuko at 9:25.
The bus from Lake Shikotsu departs at 18:40 and arrives at New Chitose Airport at 17:35.
*The bus schedule may be changed by the bus company.Parking information
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Please park you cars in the parking area of Shikotusko Hot Spring Resort.
(You can park your cars during winter season except for a limited period.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Participants must be in good physical and mental health and at least 150 cm tall.
- Pregnant individuals may not participate in this activity.
- Underage participants (under 20 years old) must obtain their parents' signature to participate.
- Please note there may be cases where you need to submit a medical certificate by a doctor if you experienced some disease in the past. Participants that doesn't have any certificate cannot participate in the tour.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Your activity provider will give you photos during the tour. Please note that photos will be taken in a frigid condition and pictures may not come out nice. Participants may bring your own cameras, however the guide will not be responsible for any losses or damages on the camera.
- The tour will take place even if the snow falls. However please understand that there may be situations that the activity may be cancelled due to high waves cause by strong winds, in which participants will be informed beforehand.
- If you need pick-ups and drop-off, please inquire beforehand. Pick-up and drop-offs may not be provided during busy seasons.
- For groups of more than 8 participants, please contact us in advance.
- Exclusive Benefits for Shikotsu Area Partners
・Marukoma Onsen: Half-price ticket (available from 10:00 to 14:00)
・Mizu no Uta: Day-use hot spring ticket (15:00–19:00, ¥1,500 per person)
※ Both facilities are located just a short walk from our shop. Please inform our staff if you wish to take a bath.
※ Tickets are valid only on the day of the tour.
※ The nearby Kyukamura facility also offers day-use bathing from 10:00 to 15:00 (last entry at 14:30).
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. - During the Hyōtō Festival period, heavy crowds are expected, especially on weekends and holidays. Please arrive at the meeting point with plenty of time to spare to ensure you can join the tour on time.
Required items to bring & attire
- You’ll be wearing a warm, waterproof dry suit. Please prepare the following:
・Warm clothing (long sleeves, fleece or jersey top and bottom, socks that cover the ankles)
・Pocket warmers (stick-on type available in-store for ¥50 each)
・Thin, warm innerwear
・Change of clothes
※ Thick knitwear is not recommended as it can feel bulky inside the suit. - Free Rental Items
Dry suit / hood / gloves / heated vest / sweat set / ankle-length socks / neoprene hat and gloves - If you are prone to motion sickness (in cars or boats), please bring motion sickness medication.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 75% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 75% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Restrictions
- Participants must be in good physical and mental health and at least 150 cm tall.
- Pregnant individuals may not participate in this activity.
- Underage participants (under 20 years old) must obtain their parents' signature to participate.
- Please note there may be cases where you need to submit a medical certificate by a doctor if you experienced some disease in the past. Participants that doesn't have any certificate cannot participate in the tour.
Required items to bring & attire
- You’ll be wearing a warm, waterproof dry suit. Please prepare the following:
・Warm clothing (long sleeves, fleece or jersey top and bottom, socks that cover the ankles)
・Pocket warmers (stick-on type available in-store for ¥50 each)
・Thin, warm innerwear
・Change of clothes
※ Thick knitwear is not recommended as it can feel bulky inside the suit. - Free Rental Items
Dry suit / hood / gloves / heated vest / sweat set / ankle-length socks / neoprene hat and gloves - If you are prone to motion sickness (in cars or boats), please bring motion sickness medication.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Your activity provider will give you photos during the tour. Please note that photos will be taken in a frigid condition and pictures may not come out nice. Participants may bring your own cameras, however the guide will not be responsible for any losses or damages on the camera.
- The tour will take place even if the snow falls. However please understand that there may be situations that the activity may be cancelled due to high waves cause by strong winds, in which participants will be informed beforehand.
- If you need pick-ups and drop-off, please inquire beforehand. Pick-up and drop-offs may not be provided during busy seasons.
- For groups of more than 8 participants, please contact us in advance.
- Exclusive Benefits for Shikotsu Area Partners
・Marukoma Onsen: Half-price ticket (available from 10:00 to 14:00)
・Mizu no Uta: Day-use hot spring ticket (15:00–19:00, ¥1,500 per person)
※ Both facilities are located just a short walk from our shop. Please inform our staff if you wish to take a bath.
※ Tickets are valid only on the day of the tour.
※ The nearby Kyukamura facility also offers day-use bathing from 10:00 to 15:00 (last entry at 14:30).
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. - During the Hyōtō Festival period, heavy crowds are expected, especially on weekends and holidays. Please arrive at the meeting point with plenty of time to spare to ensure you can join the tour on time.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
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Lake Shikotsu Ice Walk | Experience the Crystal-Clear Beauty of Japan’s Most Pristine Lake
Enjoy a unique Ice Walk on Lake Shikotsu, available only during winter! Walk on frozen ice, dive into snow, and stay warm in a dry suit. No swimming skills needed. Easy access from Sapporo!
