In this experience, you will walk through the snow-covered terraced rice paddies wearing “kanjiki”, traditional snowshoes.

The beautiful terraced rice paddies have been cultivated and passed down from generation to generation since ancient times. In Tokamachi, the rural lifestyle centered on terraced rice paddies is still alive and well. Wearing traditional kanjiki, you will be reminded of the traditional winter life.

Under the guidance of a guide, put on your kanjiki and walk on the snow, becoming a part of such a landscape. The view of the terraced rice paddies in winter, covered with pure white snow, is truly spectacular!

After walking for a while, you will have a special tea time on the snow. Enjoy warm local natural herbal tea and sweets.

Experience the winter pleasures that only a snow country can offer.

Meet your guide at the meeting place at 10:15 for the morning plan or at 13:30 for the afternoon plan.

After putting on kanjiki snowshoes, you will walk around the snow covered terraced rice paddies and their surroundings for about an hour. While walking, listen to the guide talk about local life and the role of the terraced rice paddies in the area.

After walking for a while, have tea time on the snow. You will be served warm natural local herbal tea and sweets.

Return to the meeting place around 12:15 for the morning plan and around 15:30 for the afternoon plan to finish the tour.