Highlights
Explore rural Kuromatsunai, a hidden town of just 2,300 people, far from the tourist path
Learn to make soba noodles from a local expert with over 10 years of experience
Take a snowshoe walk through untouched powder snow guided by locals
Walk through scenic beech forests and experience Japan’s winter wilderness
Pound rice with a wooden mallet for a fun and traditional mochi-making experience
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Overview
Niseko/ Shikotsu/ Toya/ Noboribetsu
5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Lunch
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Group discount
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What to expect
Enjoy a full-day cultural and nature experience in Kuromatsunai, from snowshoeing to soba and mochi making. Perfect for beginners, this 5-hour tour offers hands-on fun with locals and a delicious soba lunch.
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Package Details
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 215.07
Total:
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 215.07
Price per Adult :
Group discount
Child (Age 6-12)
USD 66.18
Infant (Age 0-5)
free
Overview
Morning
5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Lunch
Inclusions: Lunch / Experience fees and snowshoe equipment rental (poles / boots / and snowshoes)
Schedule
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10:30
Meet at Kuromatsunai Beech Center for a Briefing on Today’s Plan!
10:40
Soba Making Experience Begins!
Start soba making! Learn from an expert and enjoy making authentic soba, even as a beginner.
12:00
Lunch
Enjoy freshly made soba that you prepared yourself! The taste and texture are truly special.
13:00
Snowshoe Walk
Put on snowshoes and explore a powdery forest with your guide! Enjoy the fresh snow and feel the winter nature up close.
14:30
Mochi Pounding Experience
Try traditional mochi pounding with a mallet and mortar! Enjoy freshly made mochi and make your own daifuku to take home.
15:30
Tour Ends on Site
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Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Please let us know if any participants have allergies.
Additional notes
- The tour will generally operate even in bad weather. If conditions are not suitable for guests to enjoy the experience, the program may be canceled or changed to an alternative activity after consultation with the guests.
- Unexpected accidents may occur. For your safety, please follow all instructions given by the guide or activity instructor. The organizer and guide cannot be held responsible for any accidents caused by the guest’s intentional acts or negligence.
- The program is subject to change or cancellation depending on weather conditions on the day. If the program is canceled before it begins, no charges will apply. However, if the program is canceled after it has started due to unavoidable circumstances, no refunds will be issued.
Required items to bring & attire
- [During the Snowshoe Walk]
Clothing: Ski wear, hat, and gloves (available for rent at an additional cost).
Please wear other appropriate winter clothing as well.
Snow boots and snowshoes are available for rent and are included in the tour price.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 10.
Activity Provider Kuromatsunai Tourist Association
Activity Provider
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- The same conditions as the cancellation policy apply to reservation changes.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- The same conditions as the cancellation policy apply to reservation changes.
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Restrictions
- Please let us know if any participants have allergies.
Required items to bring & attire
- [During the Snowshoe Walk]
Clothing: Ski wear, hat, and gloves (available for rent at an additional cost).
Please wear other appropriate winter clothing as well.
Snow boots and snowshoes are available for rent and are included in the tour price.
Additional notes
- The tour will generally operate even in bad weather. If conditions are not suitable for guests to enjoy the experience, the program may be canceled or changed to an alternative activity after consultation with the guests.
- Unexpected accidents may occur. For your safety, please follow all instructions given by the guide or activity instructor. The organizer and guide cannot be held responsible for any accidents caused by the guest’s intentional acts or negligence.
- The program is subject to change or cancellation depending on weather conditions on the day. If the program is canceled before it begins, no charges will apply. However, if the program is canceled after it has started due to unavoidable circumstances, no refunds will be issued.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 10.
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Snowshoe and Soba Making Tour in Kuromatsunai with Mochi and Daifuku Experience
Enjoy a full-day cultural and nature experience in Kuromatsunai, from snowshoeing to soba and mochi making. Perfect for beginners, this 5-hour tour offers hands-on fun with locals and a delicious soba lunch.
