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A special time in a magnificent setting
A transparent SUP tour on the beautiful Lake Shikotsu
Enjoy the blue lake of Lake Shikotsu and the magnificent view below your board!
Enjoy the blue lake of Lake Shikotsu and the magnificent view below your board!
Changing areas available
The first clear SUP experience in Hokkaido
Fish swim under the SUP board.
Meeting place
Lake Shikotsu blue and the best smile
The board is transparent so it feels like you're floating on water!
Enjoy a special time while feeling the great outdoors
Be moved by the beauty of Lake Shikotsu
Be moved by the beauty of Lake Shikotsu
Lake Shikotsu is famous for its water clarity
Be moved by the beauty of Lake Shikotsu
Have fun with your friends
A great tour for friends and families
Have fun with your friends
Enjoy the beauty and grandeur of Lake Shikotsu
Enjoy the beauty and grandeur of Lake Shikotsu
A once in a lifetime encounter. Meet on your travels and go SUP together!
Transparent SUP on the beautiful Lake Shikotsu- an incredibly popular tour!
- Location
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose
- Available Period
Mid-May~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
Tour Highlights
- The first clear SUP in Hokkaido
- Enjoy the beauty and majesty of Lake Shikotsu, which boasts the best water quality in Japan
- The SUP board is extremely stable, so even beginners can join easily
- Be accompanied by certified instructors
This tour is held in Shikotsu-Toya National Park by the only SUP tour shop on Lake Shikotsu! TheSUPs float on the water and glide smoothly. The view from standing on the board is exceptional, and if you want to feel more connected to nature, you can paddle sitting or lying down too!
Spring: The snow starts to melt and new water flows into Lake Shikotsu.
The water becomes transparent up to 30m, and around May, fish return to the shore. The trees on the mountains surrounding Lake Shikotsu sprout new leaves, and it is a beautiful season with pale pastel colors such as light green, and pink and yellow mountain cherry blossoms.
Summer: The sun shines abundantly, and the sky and green trees cast their colors onto the Chitose River. Underwater, the white flowers of the natural monument “Chitose Baikamo” and aquatic plants grow in abundance. At times, schools of 1,000 “Ezougui” fish can be seen! The contrast between the aquatic plants and the light makes the water shine like a green grassland!
Autumn: The lakeside becomes quieter and the leaves slowly begin to change color. The vivid contrast between the blue of the lake and the autumn leaves captivates viewers. In mid-October, the spawning of the “himemasu” salmon, Lake Shikotsu’s signature fish, begins.
90% of Lake Shikotsu is virgin forest, and its appearance changes with the seasons. Please come and visit us!
- Ages 12 ~60 welcome. Please consult us if you are older than 60.
- Guests who are pregnant or weigh over 90kg cannot participate
Meeting Location
Guesthouse Shikotsukamui
Meeting Address
Shikotsuko Onsen Parking Lot, Chitose, Hokkaido
Meeting Location Details
[By car]
If you are driving, set your navigation system to “Shikotsuko Onsen” and head to the shopping street parking lot on the shore of Lake Shikotsu. Looking from the parking lot, you will see the “Guest House Shikotsu Kamui” sign in the center of the shopping street.
[By bus]
If you are taking the bus, get off at the “Shikotsuko Onsen” bus stop and you will see the shopping street on your left. You will then see the sign in the center of the row of cars along the parking lot. It is about a one-minute walk from the bus stop.
Access to Meeting Location
[By car]
- ~70 minutes from Sapporo
- ~40 minutes from New Chitose Airport
- ~30 minutes from Tomakomai
- ~70 minutes from Jozankei
- ~90 minutes from Niseko
[By public transportation]
- Take the JR (~40 minutes by rapid train) from Sapporo Station to New Chitose Airport (in front of Chitose Station), then take a bus to Lake Shikotsu.
- Take the bus (~1 hour) to Lake Shikotsu.
Bus timetable:
New Chitose Airport⇔Chitose Station⇔Lake Shikotsu Onsen Town
What to Bring & Wear
- Clothes that are easy to move in and you don’t mind getting wet
- Wetsuits or dry suits will be provided depending on the temperature
- Swimsuit and rashguards, or other clothing that you don’t mind getting wet
- A change of clothes
- Towel
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Drinks
Overview
- Available Period
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Mid-May~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
- Itinerary
April~October 10th:
1) 9:00〜11:00
2) 12:00〜14:00
3) 15:00〜17:00October 11th~31st:
1) 9:30～11:30
2) 13:00～15:00
- Fee
Participants (12 years and older): 9,800yen
Solo participant (12 years and older): 13,050yen
- What's Included
- Guide
- Equipment rentals
- Insurance
- Consumption tax
- Natural insect repellent
- Payment
Prepayment by credit card
Notes
- The tour will proceed in case of rain.
- If the tour cannot proceed due to heavy rain, lightning, wind, or blizzard, we will cancel the tour and inform you.
- The tour may be cancelled midway for safety or other reasons at the discretion of the guide.
Cancellation / Changes
- A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled on the day of the event or in case of a no-show
- A cancellation fee of 75% is charged if cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 2 days or less before the event
Reviews(6)
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If only the weather had been a little better
I wanted to go outside at the end of summer and do an activity I had never done before, so I participated with my family. There was another couple who participated with us, so there were five of us including my family. There was one instructor. We booked the start time from 15:30. I was hoping for good weather so we could see the bottom of the clear Lake Shikotsu, and take photos of the sunset as time passed! Unfortunately, the forecast was cloudy and then rain. But Lake Shikotsu is still Lake Shikotsu! You can see the bottom of the water, and the colors of the aquatic plants growing on the bottom were also brilliant. The water temperature didn't feel that cold, so I didn't feel cold throughout the experience. I heard from a friend who had already tried it that it was very difficult to stand up on a SUP board, so I was scared when I tried it, but the SUP board was big and the waves didn't seem big, so even I, who doesn't have good balance, was able to stand up and paddle with the oar. I would like to try it again if I have the chance. Hopefully this time the weather will be good. (This review has been machine translated) -
Spectacular views
My husband and I participated in SUP, which I had been interested in for a while. I didn't know what the "clear" in "clear SUP" meant until we tried it...lol It was obvious when we went! ︎ It was a transparent board. What a lucky break☆ My husband loves fish and is crazy about carp, so this was also a pleasant surprise. We were worried for a moment whether we could stand on it, but everyone was able to stand on it right away. The board was stable, so we were able to stand and sit on it with confidence. Above all, the transparency of the water was truly breathtaking, and thanks to the good weather, I couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, it's so beautiful!" when I saw the photos I received later. When we moved from the river to the lake, the waves had a completely different effect from before, and it was a great experience. Unfortunately, my husband got drunk and had to retire on the river... Still, I can't forget the excitement, and it was a good experience. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is thinking about doing it. The guide was also really nice, with a detailed explanation. Thank you! (This review has been machine translated)
- Location
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose
- Available Period
Mid-May~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
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Clear SUP first experience
I participated in Lake Shikotsu Clear SUP. It was the end of September, but it was sunny! The waves at Lake Shikotsu were a no-no, but at times like that you can SUP on the Chitose River. It's great that it can handle all kinds of weather. The Chitose River is also very clear, so you can see the aquatic plants, and we even encountered transparent shrimp and kingfishers. I'd like to go again when the aquatic plants are in bloom. The specialty kokanee salmon was both delicious as sashimi and as tempura bowl. There were no thrills, but the slow flow and time were soothing. (This review has been machine translated) -
If only the weather had been a little better
I wanted to go outside at the end of summer and do an activity I had never done before, so I participated with my family. There was another couple who participated with us, so there were five of us including my family. There was one instructor. We booked the start time from 15:30. I was hoping for good weather so we could see the bottom of the clear Lake Shikotsu, and take photos of the sunset as time passed! Unfortunately, the forecast was cloudy and then rain. But Lake Shikotsu is still Lake Shikotsu! You can see the bottom of the water, and the colors of the aquatic plants growing on the bottom were also brilliant. The water temperature didn't feel that cold, so I didn't feel cold throughout the experience. I heard from a friend who had already tried it that it was very difficult to stand up on a SUP board, so I was scared when I tried it, but the SUP board was big and the waves didn't seem big, so even I, who doesn't have good balance, was able to stand up and paddle with the oar. I would like to try it again if I have the chance. Hopefully this time the weather will be good. (This review has been machine translated) -
Spectacular views
My husband and I participated in SUP, which I had been interested in for a while. I didn't know what the "clear" in "clear SUP" meant until we tried it...lol It was obvious when we went! ︎ It was a transparent board. What a lucky break☆ My husband loves fish and is crazy about carp, so this was also a pleasant surprise. We were worried for a moment whether we could stand on it, but everyone was able to stand on it right away. The board was stable, so we were able to stand and sit on it with confidence. Above all, the transparency of the water was truly breathtaking, and thanks to the good weather, I couldn't help but exclaim, "Wow, it's so beautiful!" when I saw the photos I received later. When we moved from the river to the lake, the waves had a completely different effect from before, and it was a great experience. Unfortunately, my husband got drunk and had to retire on the river... Still, I can't forget the excitement, and it was a good experience. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is thinking about doing it. The guide was also really nice, with a detailed explanation. Thank you! (This review has been machine translated) -
it was fun
It was my first time at SUP, but I had a great time and enjoyed myself. I was very happy to receive the photos they took, but I wish they had taken more as a keepsake. If the price was a little cheaper, I might want to come back again and again. (This review has been machine translated) -
It was great!
I participated with a friend. It was my first time trying Clear SUP, but the instructor's explanation was very easy to understand, and although it may vary from person to person, I was able to get the hang of it right away. The weather was nice, and it felt great to enjoy the scenery in the calm climate, receive an explanation about Lake Shikotsu, and be in contact with the water. The weather was nice, but the water temperature was still only about 5 degrees, so we borrowed a wetsuit. It was a good experience because we don't often have the chance to wear one^^ I brought my smartphone and GoPro with me to take photos of my wonderful memories, and the staff took great photos for me and taught me how to take great photos, so it was a great memory! I really enjoyed it. Thank you very much. (This review has been machine translated) -
Spectacular views
I have had experience with SUP in other places, but this was my first time on Lake Shikotsu. Because of the strong winds, we cruised on the river that is connected to the lake, but the water was very clear and I was very satisfied. We went out onto the lake for a short while in the second half, and the view from the lake was spectacular. It was a magnificent view that allowed us to feel the Hokkaido earth on our skin. Lake Shikotsu is subject to weather conditions, and accidents have actually occurred there. It is not always possible to carry out the tour on the reserved day, but if there is an opportunity, I would like many people to experience cruising on Lake Shikotsu on a day when it is safe to do so. (This review has been machine translated)
Clear SUP first experience