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WINTER RECOMMENDED DESTINATION HOKKAIDO AREA

Here are some destinations around hotels in Hokkaido area which are perfect for enjoying Winter.

 Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Eniwa

Forest Adventure Eniwa

275 Nishijimamatsu, Eniwa, Hokkaido, Lurmap Nature Park Fureland Open 9:00~16:00 (last entry at 15:00)

You can experience special zipline tour only in the winter. You can also play survival games like laser tag in the park's lush natural surroundings.

 

F Village Snow Park

F Village, Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido Open 9:30~16:00

F VILLAGE is a new sightseeing facility that opened in March 2023. There are various restaurants and commercial facilities, and snow activities can be enjoyed for a limited time in winter.

 

Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival 2026

Shikotsukoonsen, Chitose, Hokkaido Open 10:00~20:00 Period Jan 31 to Feb 23, 2026

A winter festival featuring ice sculptures of various sizes, created by freezing lake water from Lake Shikotsu. At night, the festival is illuminated by multicolored lights, creating a fantastic world.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Naganuma

Sapporo Active Navigation

Minami 2 Higashi 9, Naganuma, Yubari District, Hokkaido Open 9:30~16:00

Snowshoe Trekking Tour in Naganuma.  Experience the very first step on the scenic hills.

 

Mount Racey Ski Area

2-4 Suehiro, Yubari, Hokkaido Open 9:30~16:00

There are 18 courses in total, with a maximum skiing distance of 3,500m. The slopes, which boast a maximum slope of 45°, have 8 courses for advanced skiers, and have been well received by professionals, semi-professionals, and high amateurs. There are 6 courses for intermediate and 3 courses for beginners, so the whole family can enjoy it, from children to the elderly.

 

Kita Naganuma Ski Area

Higashi 6-sen Kita 12, Naganuma, Yubari District, Hokkaido 
Open 9:00~20:30  *Open from late Dec, 2025

It is a local ski resort which has wide horizontal slopes ideal for beginners, just right for practicing carving turns. There is also a dedicated sledding slope.

 

 

Fairfield by Marriott Hokkaido Minamifurano

Minamifurano Ski Hill

Ikutora, Minamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido
Open (Tues-Sat)9:00~21:00 (Sun)9:00~16:00  *Open from end of Dec 2025

Courses are for both beginners and advanced. Discount Lift Pass will be available at Front Desk.

 

Smelt Fishing(Lake Kanayama)

155 Ochiai, Minamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido 
Period mid-Dec to mid-Mar   9:30 or 13:00 for 2 hours

Visitors can enjoy “smelt fishing,” a winter tradition in Hokkaido, in warmth and comfort. Fishing equipment, warm shoes, a heated tent, and a rest area are all provided. You can also sample freshly caught wakasagi tempura.

 

Curling (NPO Donkoro Outdoor School)

1074 Ochiai, Minamifurano, Sorachi District, Hokkaido 
Period  Nov to Mar   9:00 or 13:00 for 2.5 hours

Enjoy curling, which can only be experienced on the ice. Instructors will guide you carefully. All the necessary equipment for curling is available for rent, so feel free to give it a try.