15 Best Ski and Snow Trips in Sapporo

Sapporo is that rare city where you can ski after breakfast and be back downtown for dinner. Teine is the big one, under an hour away, and the small hills at Bankei and Moiwa run night skiing with the city lit up below.

1.Hokkaido | Sapporo Teine Ski Resort All-Inclusive Snowboard/Ski Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo | Standard with Arc’teryx Ski Wear

Review of Sapporo Teine’s ski day trip, with Arc’teryx suits, bilingual lessons, bus transfers, sea views, costs, and practical tips.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“The initial check-in process was chaotic. I suggest providing instructions before equipment distribution, for example, how to wear snow pants for first-timers, and also explaining how to put on snow boots. Experience: At the equipment shop, we put on the boots without tying the laces,…”

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3.Hokkaido Sapporo Teine Ski Resort | One-Day Skiing/Snowboarding Tour, Chinese Instruction (Includes Shuttle Bus, Ski Equipment, Chinese Ski Instructor)

Try Sapporo Teine with Chinese-language ski lessons, gear and shuttle transport. See what the nine-hour beginner package includes and what to check before booking.

★ 4.5

“The ski trip went smoothly, the instructor was excellent, and it was a lot of fun!”

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4.Sapporo Teine/Mount Moiwa/Bankei Ski Lesson

Learn to ski or snowboard at Sapporo Teine with a private English or Chinese instructor, practical coaching, and optional half or full-day lessons.

★ 4.9

“our coach: instructor Yun was very patient and experienced. we were able to cover a number of slopes in the 3hrs and learn how to ski. initially with no ability to ski, my friend and I can now ski green slopes with minimal difficulty and…”

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7.Sapporo Teine Ski Resort | Chinese and English Private Ski Lessons | Hokkaido Tourism Organization (HTO) Official Member Certification

Learn to ski at Sapporo Teine with a private Chinese or English lesson, optional Sapporo transfers, and step-by-step coaching for beginners.

★ 4.7

“Xiao Shuai is a patient and attentive instructor who prioritizes safety, understands my skill level, and meets my needs! Safety: High Instructor: Xiao Shuai”

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8.Sapporo Teine Ski Resort with Bus and Lift Ticket

Take a direct bus from Sapporo to Teine for a seven-hour lift pass, mountain views, and a full day on Hokkaido slopes.

★ 4.7

“We booked this for our trip going to and from the ski resort, What I really liked is that the ski pass is already included. They give you the pass and clearly explain the bus schedule, so everything is organised and stress free. The timing…”

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9.Sapporo Teine Ski Resort Private Full-Day Experience

Learn to ski at Sapporo Teine with a private instructor, mountain transfers and a full day on the snow. See what is included and who should book.

★ 4.7

“Choosing the day trip itinerary this time was truly worry-free and reassuring. Many thanks to the patient and meticulous Coach A, who assesses the students' level of acceptance before starting teaching, while also not giving up on students who are slow to progress, trying to…”

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10.Snowshoeing Adventures in a Winter Wonderland – Sapporo

Discover the thrill of snowshoeing in Sapporo's enchanting winter wonderland. Embark on unforgettable adventures and experience the magic of Japan's snowy paradise.

★ 5.0

“Chris was a wonderful guide who made sure we had a wondeful day in the mountains of Hokkaido. We had an incredible snowshoeing experience and ended the day with a wonderful hansun over looking a beautiful lake in a beautiful setting. Chris made the day…”

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11.Full Day Private Skiing / Snowboarding Tour in Sapporo

Your winter thrill awaits on the slopes of Sapporo, Japan, with a private full-day skiing and snowboarding tour that includes transportation, equipment, and hot spring access.

★ 5.0

“The best skiing trip ever with our lovely Tomo-san. Following up with my special request as I am a muslim. He also book special instructor for us for training and waiting for us while we enjoy our skiing. After full day of skiing Mr Tomo…”

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12.Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort One-Day Tour (Includes round-trip transfer from Sapporo city, ski equipment rental, and optional ski lessons)

Reach Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort by round-trip shuttle, with powder snow, rental packages, snow play and optional lessons in one winter day.

★ 4.9

“A relaxing day trip, no need to worry about transportation or equipment, and the director is there to help solve problems. It's a shame that Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort is a bit small, with only one gondola and one chairlift.”

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14.Sapporo Teine All-Inclusive Ski & Snowboard in Private Class

Experience hassle-free skiing in Hokkaido with an all-inclusive private or group day at Sapporo Teine, featuring transfers, gear, lessons, and stunning views.

★ 4.2

“We had the most incredible experience! It was my very first time ever on skis, while my husband already had some experience, so we weren’t sure how it would work with our different levels. Chris, our guide, was absolutely amazing at managing both of our…”

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15.Sapporo | Wonderland Sapporo Snow Park Half-Day Tour | Includes Genghis Khan BBQ | Sapporo City Hotel Pick-up

Play in Sapporo’s snow, try sleds and snow rafting, then warm up over all-you-can-eat Genghis Khan barbecue on a hotel-pickup tour.

★ 4.7

“This itinerary is perfect for families, with convenient hotel transfers by car. The driver was polite, and the snow activities are great for the whole family.”

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