7 hours 10 minutes   
Activity Level
★☆☆☆☆

Otaru 1 Day Wellness Experience (with English-speaking guide)


  • Discover the quieter side of Otaru with a local guide, away from the usual tourist spots, and explore the peaceful mountain areas.

  • Travel around like a local on public buses, the main mode of transport for residents.

  • Enjoy a serene walk through the forest using snowshoes, and take in the calming atmosphere of the woods.

  • Relax and unwind in an outdoor hot spring bath to soothe your tired muscles.



Forests cover a big part of Japan and have always been important for relaxation and healing. This tradition of finding peace in nature has become known worldwide as "forest bathing."
Asarigawa Onsen, surrounded by forests, is a favorite spot for locals seeking health and relaxation. Spend a day here to experience the healing powers of nature and hot springs.

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No. e000020 Otaru 1 Day Wellness Experience (with English-speaking guide)

Area Otaru City
Length 7 hours 10 minutes   
Price
  • Group of 2 : JPY45,000 per person
  • Group of 3 : JPY35,000 per person
  • Group of 4 : JPY30,000 per person
  • Group of 5 : JPY27,000 per person
Season Late December - Late March * Depends on snow conditions
Group size Minimum: 2 / Maximum: 5
Activity level 1*★☆☆☆☆
Activities
  • 9:30 AM: Meet at JR Otaru Station.
  • 9:30-10:00 AM: Learn about Otaru from the guide and visit Otaru Sankaku Market.
  • 10:05-10:40 AM: Take a public bus with your guide to Asarigawa Onsen area.
  • 10:45-11:00 AM: Get ready for snowshoeing (changing clothes, etc.).
  • 11:00 AM-12:30 PM: Walk through the forest and enjoy the peace.
  • 12:30-1:00 PM: Change clothes and head to the lunch spot.
  • 1:00-2:00 PM: Have lunch.
  • 2:00-3:30 PM: Relax in a public bath or outdoor hot spring.
  • 3:55-4:30 PM: Go back to JR Otaru Station with your guide by public bus.
  • 4:40 PM: End of the tour at JR Otaru Station.

  • * Please note that the times are subject to change depending on the weather and road conditions on the day of the tour.
Meeting point Meet at JR Otaru Station (Guide will be waiting outside the ticket gate.)
Price includes
[included]
・English spealking guide
・Bus fare
・Snowshoe experience fee (Includes rental fees for snowshoes, boots, hats, gloves, and goggles)
・Lunch
・Hot spring bathing fee
・Consumption tax

[Not included]
・Other personal expenses
Clothing • Comfortable and warm clothing
Items to bring • Drink
• Warm Clothes
Notes [Cancellation policy]
・You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the activity starts.
・If the weather is bad, the activities might be canceled. The operator will inform you around 7:50-8:00 AM on the day of the activity.

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