Private Wildlife Photography Tour in Hokkaido Flying Squirrels

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1 day (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Discover Hokkaido’s adorable Ezo flying squirrels — tiny, round, and gliding silently through the forest at dawn and dusk.
This private photography tour takes you into peaceful coniferous woods near Obihiro, where these nocturnal animals peek out from their nests before sunrise and after sunset.

Observe and photograph them in natural light while learning about their unique ecology — their nesting behavior, favorite foods, and how they survive the long northern winter.
Your guide provides gentle photography support, helping you work quietly and effectively in low light to capture authentic moments in the wild.

Between sessions, enjoy the calm rhythm of the forest and seasonal wildlife such as owls, foxes, and long-tailed tits.
Rather than chasing animals, this tour is about patience, presence, and quiet connection — a chance to feel the stillness of Hokkaido’s winter and photograph one of Japan’s most endearing forest creatures.

What's Included

Warm drinks during winter sessions
Transportation within the Obihiro area (hotel pickup and drop-off)
Private, English/Japanese-speaking wildlife photography guide
3–4-hour midday rest break for comfort and data review
Use of binoculars for wildlife observation
Observation and photography in coniferous forest habitats and national parks
Photography advice on light, timing, and camera settings
Field research–based guiding to nesting and observation sites
Camera equipment, tripod, or telephoto lens (please bring your own)
Meals and personal snacks
Personal travel insurance or equipment damage coverage
Accommodation and transportation to/from Obihiro before and after the tour

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide’s vehicle is a white Nissan Vanette. I’ll be waiting for you in the hotel lobby — you can recognize me by the binoculars hanging around my neck.

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Meeting point

The guide’s vehicle is a white Nissan Vanette. I’ll be waiting in front of the restrooms at the roadside station. You can recognize me by the binoculars hanging around my neck.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Join a private, high-quality wildlife photography tour in the pristine coniferous forests and national parks of Hokkaido.
Designed for photographers seeking rare encounters, perfect light, and refined guiding in Japan’s untouched wilderness.

Led by Koudai Araki, a professional wildlife photographer based in Obihiro, you’ll visit carefully researched nesting sites of flying squirrels hidden in Hokkaido’s coniferous woodlands.
At dawn and dusk—the only moments these nocturnal animals glide—you’ll capture their movements in soft natural light.

Between sessions, enjoy a 3–4-hour midday break to rest, review, and recharge.
Daytime exploration includes seasonal wildlife such as owls, foxes, and long-tailed tits.

All locations are chosen through field research to ensure ethical, repeatable encounters with minimal impact.
This is more than a tour—it’s a private field workshop for photographers who value patience, precision, and the quiet beauty of Hokkaido’s wilderness.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Photography Tours
Wildlife Encounters
Wildlife Watching
Photo Shoots
Small Group
Involves Animals
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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