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A great run with Huskies & Shepherds. The dogs' eyes sparkle when they run.
A very satisfying dog sledding experience
Experience winter in Hokkaido from a dog sled. Our friendly dogs are waiting for you!
Dog sledding experience near the airport
Join a large dog & wild bird specialty guide.
Starting point: Matsubara Onsen, with its rich moor spring water
Dog Sledding Near Chitose Airport, with bird watching along the way!
- Location
Chitose
- Available Period
Late December ~ Beginning of March
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
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Clicking "Book" will send a request to the guide. If they have availability, you will receive a payment link to confirm your reservation.
Tour Highlights
- The closest dog sledding experience to New Chitose Airport
- Enjoy a multi-kilometer dog sledding course!
- You can ride in the dog sled and take photos during the experience
- Enjoy viewing wild birds such as red-crowned swans
- Round-trip transportation available from JR Chitose Station and hotels in the Chitose area
Easily accessible from New Chitose Airport, come and enjoy a special Hokkaido winter experience with your friends and dogs! The closest dog sledding experience to New Chitose Airport. The course gives you the opportunity to see the red-crowned crane too!
Over the course of two hours and a 4-7-km course, join an explanation on dog sledding, breaks, snacks, and interaction time in addition to the sledding! Ride in the lead dog-sled while taking photos. You might even see the red-crowned crane along the course! Participants will take turns controlling the dog sled over the course, with those not on the sled riding with the guide. Based on the participants skills, ages, and experience level, the course length may change- go between 4 to 7 km!
Our desire is to bring warm smiles to people visiting Hokkaido through dog sledding. Rather than using them as a means of transportation, we focus on helping our customers enjoy the beauty of Hokkaido winter with our dogs!
Come make some great memories and precious companions!
Pickup is possible from Chitose city- please let us know if you need it when you book!
- Children can participate if they are not afraid of dogs.
- Ages 4 and older.
- If there is only one child, they will ride with an adult.
- Guests who weigh over 85kg may not be able to participate. Please consult us.
- This will vary depending on the weight of the participants, but generally there will be two dogs. Lighter participants may be pulled by one dog.
- Min. participants: 2. Solo participants are allowed if they pay the fee for 2 participants.
- If there are four or more people, the experience will be in shifts. Please come with plenty of time.
- The dogs are safe and obedient, but they are large. Any accidents that occur due to direct contact between the dog and the customer will be at the customer’s own risk.
Meeting Location
Matsubara Hot Spring, Chitose
Meeting Address
708 Izumisato, Chitose, Hokkaido 066-0004
Meeting Location Details
The Chitose City Izumigo Matsubara Onsen Parking Lot. Approximately 15 minutes from Chitose City on National Route 337
What to Bring & Wear
- Cold weather gear- warm and easy-to-move-in clothes
- Snowwear tops and bottoms, light down jacket, or similar wear
- Cold weather gloves are a must. Ski or snowboard gloves are also acceptable.
- Waterproof trekking shoes, boots, or snow boots with thick socks.
- Knit hat
- Sunglasses or snow goggles
Reviews（3）
Overview
- Available Period
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Late December ~ Beginning of March
- Holiday: Thursdays
- The tour dates may be changed or cancelled if there is not enough snow
- Duration
~2 hours
- Itinerary
- Interacting with dogs and choosing a dog
- A brief dog sledding lecture
- Dog sledding experience
- Thank-you treat time for the dogs and a commemorative photo.
- Fee
- Per sled (2 riders): 48,800yen
- Per sled (3 riders): 54,900yen
- Per sled (4 riders): 61,000yen
A maximum of 2 sleds can operate at the same time.
- What's Included
- Dog sledding experience
- Guide
- Drinks
- Pick-Up Service
We provide free pick-up service from JR Minami Chitose Station. If you would like pick-up service from within Chitose, please let us know when you apply.
- Payment
Prepayment by credit card
Notes
- If the tour cannot proceed due to heavy rain, lightning, wind, or blizzard, we will cancel the tour and inform you.
- The tour dates may be changed or cancelled if there is not enough snow due to unseasonal weather or other reasons.
- The tour may be cancelled midway for safety or other reasons at the discretion of the guide.
- We have liability insurance for each tour, but we recommend that you also take out your own personal injury insurance. In the event of an accident, we will take measures within the scope of the insurance, but please note that we cannot compensate you if the limit is exceeded.
- Please follow all of the instructions of the tour guide, as there are risks in outdoor tours. Please also understand that the guide cannot be held personally responsible for any accidents caused by the customer’s intentional or negligent acts.
Cancellation / Changes
- A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled on the day before the event or the day of the event
- A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 30 days or less before the event
- A cancellation fee of 20% is charged if cancelled 60 days or less before the event
Reviews(3)
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Enjoy dog sledding in the great outdoors
・Family (daughter: university student) First, we practiced to get along with the dog Boss, and then we had two dogs pull the sled. It was faster than I expected and I was excited. My daughter and I took turns going to and from the course. We tried the last course with three dogs. It was fast, so I asked my daughter to go both ways. It was fun to spend time with the dogs, and the location was perfect with the snowy scenery of Hokkaido. We had a break for a hot tea on the way, so we enjoyed a relaxing time. The guide was very kind and picked us up from Chitose Station, and we saw a Steller's sea eagle and a Yezo deer on the way. He even stopped the car to give us a chance to take photos. Thank you for all your help. It was a great memory. (This review has been machine translated into English) -
Dog sledding experience
My family and I went dog sledding. Due to a lack of snow, our guide changed the location of the event. We were able to experience dog sledding on a road, or rather a course, in a place with snow. The guide leads the dogsled, so there's no problem as long as you stay on board. If you don't dress warmly, I think you'll only be left with cold memories. The dogs are big and impressive, but they're also smart and cute. (This review has been machine translated into English)
- Location
Chitose
- Available Period
Late December ~ Beginning of March
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
Date
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Person
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Reserve now, pay later!
Clicking "Book" will send a request to the guide. If they have availability, you will receive a payment link to confirm your reservation.
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Feeding time is relaxing
I participated with a friend. I participated in the dog sledding experience, but instead of just being pulled by the dogs, I got to experience the feeling of pushing the sled and running with the dogs (I'm heavy, so the dogs may have been tired). After a long run, we gave them a treat as a reward, and it was very soothing to see them begging for more. On the way back to the airport after being dropped off, we were lucky enough to encounter a fawn. Despite being close to the airport, I was able to enjoy nature and interact with the dogs, so it was a lot of fun. (This review has been machine translated into English) -
Enjoy dog sledding in the great outdoors
・Family (daughter: university student) First, we practiced to get along with the dog Boss, and then we had two dogs pull the sled. It was faster than I expected and I was excited. My daughter and I took turns going to and from the course. We tried the last course with three dogs. It was fast, so I asked my daughter to go both ways. It was fun to spend time with the dogs, and the location was perfect with the snowy scenery of Hokkaido. We had a break for a hot tea on the way, so we enjoyed a relaxing time. The guide was very kind and picked us up from Chitose Station, and we saw a Steller's sea eagle and a Yezo deer on the way. He even stopped the car to give us a chance to take photos. Thank you for all your help. It was a great memory. (This review has been machine translated into English) -
Dog sledding experience
My family and I went dog sledding. Due to a lack of snow, our guide changed the location of the event. We were able to experience dog sledding on a road, or rather a course, in a place with snow. The guide leads the dogsled, so there's no problem as long as you stay on board. If you don't dress warmly, I think you'll only be left with cold memories. The dogs are big and impressive, but they're also smart and cute. (This review has been machine translated into English)
Feeding time is relaxing