5 Best Ski and Snow Trips in Otaru
Asarigawa Onsen is Otaru’s own ski hill, small and uncrowded compared with Niseko, and close enough to Sapporo for a short day. There’s a hot spring at the bottom for afterwards, which is the right way to finish.
Ski Otaru’s sea-facing slopes on a Sapporo day trip, with Chinese or English lessons, rental packages, round-trip transport and coach photos.
Most Popular★ 4.5“instructor: the instructor is very patient with beginners and is very good at teaching equipment: well equipped”
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327 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $57.75
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Spend a ski day at Otaru Asarigawa Onsen, with Sapporo transport and optional lessons, equipment, lift access, and instructor photos.
★ 4.7“When renting snowsuits, it is best to check the zippers yourself for any damage.”
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35 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $56.85
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Experience a smooth day trip from Sapporo to Otaru Asarigawa Ski Resort with gear, lessons, and scenic slopes — perfect for beginners and snow lovers alike.
★ 4.9“Great guides and bus driver! Super friendly and professional. Great experience with the ski resort. Excellent skiing. Bus driver was great driving in snow. I would book this tour again. Thank you Leo and team!”
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27 reviews9 hoursFrom $185
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Ski Asarigawa near Otaru with a day lift pass and a full rental set, plus Sea of Japan views, beginner-friendly runs and powder terrain.
★ 4.4“All equipment can be handled at once. Show your QR code at the central service counter and then take it to the equipment rental area.”
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11 reviewsFrom $129.09
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Learn to ski Otaru’s powder with a private Chinese lesson at Asarigawa, plus practical advice on timing, prices, transport, and resort choices.
★ 5.0“The instructor is very patient and gives the full amount of time without cutting corners. Be prepared for the physical exertion. It's a little unfortunate that the ski resort's elevators and magic carpets weren't open yet, but this didn't affect the instructor's patient teaching.”
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4 reviewsFrom $368.55
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