1+ day hiking in Daisetsuzan, Hokkaido

Join JMGA certified guide Wataru for a wonderful hiking adventure in Daisetsuzan in Hokkaido, Japan that can last for one or several days if you wish.

Private

+1 Day

Jul, Aug

High

All levels

Highlights

Enjoy a wonderful hiking adventure in the Daisetsuzan National Park in Japan.
Hike in the park for one, or several days if you wish.
Open to people of all levels.

Description

Also known as Taisetsuzan, Daisetsuzan is the largest national park in Japan. And, for one or several days if you wish, I would like to guide you on a hiking adventure through this tremendous park.

Located on the island of Hokkaido, surrounded by gorgeous mountains, there is a great deal of amazing things to see within the Daisetsuzan National Park. In fact, you will get to see the highest peak in all of Hokkaido during this trip: Asahidake (2,290m).

During the summer months, the park is absolutely gorgeous. Full of lush flowers and vibrant fauna along with a mesmerizing background of peaks, you will be in a constant state of awe. Furthermore, there is plenty of wildlife as well, including bears, foxes and much more.

The trails we will be taking are not very difficult to navigate. They are not steep and there are no technical aspects to speak of. As a result, this trip is open to hikers of every level. However, because we will be hiking for approximately 7 hours per day, if you decide to stretch out your hike to several days, it is important that participants are in good physical condition.

Would you like to observe and trek through one of the most beautiful natural areas in Japan? If so, you will love this hiking trip in the Daisetsuzan National Park. To join me on this trip, please send a request.

Would you like to enjoy some back country skiing in Sapporo? Then come and join me on this wonderful trip.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Price details

Transportation from and to Sapporo cost an extra of 10,000 JPY.

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Sounkyo Choyotei Sounkyo Japan

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Choyo Resort Hotel Sounkyo Japan

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Sounkaku Grand Hotel Sounkyo Japan

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About the guide

Wataru

4.4

(14)

Mountain Guide

I am a Japan Mountain Guides Association (JMGA) mountain and ski guide, born and raised in Sapporo. I have been an avid traveller all my life, starting as a hitchhiker as a primary school child and travelled around 40 different countries in the world since then, including South America (Aconcagua and Andes), USA (Denali), Greenland etc. I have been involved with the JMGA for about 18 years now, guiding in the mountains both in the summer and in the winter on skis. I am a board member of Hokkaido Mountain Guides Association (HMGA). I also have an experience as a field guide in Antarctica between 2011 and 2013 as a part of the Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition. Since my return from Antarctica, I have been running my own guesthouse and a bar, SappoLodge, which is located at the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido. It has approximately 30 beds and is always filled with travelers from all over the world. I am happy to be able to guide these diverse and curious visitors in the nature around Hokkaido.

My main field of guiding is in the backcountry all around Hokkaido in the winter. My choice of toy in riding the pow is a snowboard but depending on the type of guests I’m happy riding on my skis too. In the summer, I enjoy guiding in the mountains (climbing and grand traverses), sea-kayaking and canoeing in the river or lake. I full heartedly recommend these fun activities to explore the nature of Hokkaido too!

Get in touch with me if you’d like to enjoy the nature of Hokkaido with me!

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What people are saying about Wataru

Sascha

Hello there, I didn't go on a guided tour and it wasn't intended to go there on the 14th February. I still had been chating with the guide Wataru, about the dates and arrangements. At 14th February it was never intended to go on a tour. Sorry, maybe my fault, but this did go wrong. Actually I have no access the chating-protocol with Waturu anymore to proof that we were still trying to find a date. Due to an infect I'm not going to be able to go on a tour with Waturu before I leave. Would you please be so kind to consider a refund of my payment, as to the above mentioned reasons. Kind regards Sascha

I had a great day out with Wataru-San earlier this month (January 2017), we went to Sapporo-Kokusai and did some runs in really deep snow. Wataru enabled me to access terrain that I would not have been able to find without his knowledge and had I have known about him earlier, I would have stayed at his lodge and gone out with him for more than one day. The day was a very Japanese experience with the deep powder, traditional onsen and local dinner after the ski day. Although I had some of the equipment already, it's good that Wataru has all the equipment for hire, as not all the guides can do this.

Excelent, We had great fun, Wataru was very helpful, he taught us a lot about backcountry. He provided all the gear with skis snowboards, skins etc. Asahidake is a must do. We will come back again in the future to explore more mountains!

Sean

Very poor communication in advance of trip from guide and zero support from explore share in helping to coordinate. Eventually logistics came together but only about 48 hours prior to the trip. Wataru was friendly and flexible on day of the tour.

Ines

We had a great trip with Wataru! Communication and arrangements were easy. Every day was a new adventure! Loved the trip and would book with explore-share again.