Hokkaido Winter: Drift Ice & Frozen Lakes
When eastern Hokkaido disappears under snow, its landscapes turn into scenes you'll struggle to find anywhere else. This multi-day adventure takes you to the wild, frozen edge of the northern island, with a warm vehicle as your refuge from the biting cold.
What You'll Experience
- The rare spectacle of drift ice on the Sea of Okhotsk
- The deep-snow wilderness of eastern Hokkaido
- The silent beauty of frozen lakes
- Encounters with distinctive winter wildlife
- A warm private car with a driver seasoned on snowy roads
Because it hinges on the season, timing needs careful planning. Contact Nakamura Study Japan to choose the best dates and prepare your winter journey.
How a Nakamura tour works
No coach queues and no fixed departure times — every tour here is arranged privately for your group.
Private car and driver
One vehicle for your group alone, with a driver who knows the route — never shared with another party.
A flexible itinerary
Linger where you like and skip what you don't. The day bends around you, not the other way round.
Arranged in your own language
Plans, pricing and pickup are settled over WhatsApp with our team before you travel.
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Other options that might be a good fit before you register.
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Furano & Biei Winter Snow Escape
See Hokkaido in full winter white: the snowscapes of Furano, playful snow activities, the hills of Biei and the magical Blue Pond, with none of the transport hassle.
Private Niseko ⇄ New Chitose Airport Transfer
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