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- Japanese
- English
Experience the serene beauty of Hida’s winter landscape on this immersive snowshoe tour in the mountains of Takayama.
Guided by certified experts from the Japan Mountain Guides Association, you’ll trek through quiet snow-covered forests to reach a scenic waterfall area deep in nature.
At the base of the falls, your guide—who is also a professional barista—will hand-brew specialty coffee using pure mountain spring water, offering a warm and reflective moment surrounded by winter silence.
A light meal featuring homemade soup and sandwiches made with local ingredients is also included.
Centered around the theme of “snow,” this tour invites adventure seekers, coffee lovers, and anyone wishing to reconnect with nature through a uniquely Japanese winter experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you inside ONDO. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. If you have any trouble finding the guide or the meeting location, feel free to contact us through the Viator messaging system before the tour.
Itinerary
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1Sanmachi Suji
9:00 Meet at ONDO ONDO is a renovated traditional townhouse in the old town of Takayama, serving as a cultural hub and café that connects local ingredients, people, and creativity. This is our meeting point and the starting place of the tour.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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10:00 Start snowshoeing! Coffee and lunchtime in between After a short drive, we begin snowshoeing through a quiet winter forest. At a hidden waterfall deep in the woods, we enjoy hand-drip coffee and lunch surrounded by nature. 12:30 Snowshoeing completed! After finishing the hike, we return to ONDO to relax and warm up after the snowshoeing experience.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Sanmachi Suji
13:30 End of tour at ONDO The tour concludes at ONDO, where you can continue enjoying the atmosphere of Takayama’s old town or explore nearby streets at your own pace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Sanmachi Suji
Ondo 9:30 Departure for hiking spot and preparation Before heading out, we will fit your snowshoes and other tour gear, complete a short consent form, and give a simple briefing about the route, safety, and the day’s experience.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Private tour can be arranged.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Private tour can be arranged.
- In case of bad weather, we will propose another tour plan. If you do not wish to participate, the tour fee will be refunded.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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