Smelt Fishing: Expert Guide Support and Tempura Tasting
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Taste your freshly caught smelt as tempura on-site!
Includes boots and thermal pants, so you can join hands-free!
Guides ensure beginners feel at ease
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Overview
Sapporo Area
Available Daily
English, Japanese
Pick-up available
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What to expect
Experience smelt fishing in the icy, snowy landscape of Hokkaido with a small group tour! Enjoy a 30-minute transfer from central Sapporo to Barato River. Beginners are welcome, as the guide provides thorough support. Savor your catch as tempura.
The schedule may change due to local weather conditions.
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Half-Day Tour
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 19 & over)
USD 62.92
Total:
Adult (Age 19 & over)
USD 62.92
Price per Adult :
Student (Age 12 & over)
USD 54.12
Child (Age 5-11)
USD 47.36
Overview
Morning
Available Daily
English, Japanese
With pick-up
Inclusions: Equipment rental / Fishing equipment / Warm clothing / Insurance / English-speaking guide / Japanese-speaking guide
Schedule
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09:00-09:30
Meet at YAMAHA Marine supply store Kataoka
About Transportation
Meet at Barato Garden parking lot or get picked up from your central Sapporo hotel or JR Sapporo Station North Exit.
09:40
Arrive at Barato River
Arrive at Barato River and put on overpants and boots. Head to the smelt fishing tent. With over 10 fishing spots, you'll be guided to the best location based on current conditions.
10:00
Start Smelt Fishing
Sit in the tent and start smelt fishing! It's warmer than expected. The guide will offer tips. Lower your bait into 3-5 meter deep water with ice 30-100cm thick, targeting various depths. Try ice drilling outside if interested!
When You Feel a Bite, Lift the Rod!
The key to smelt fishing is reacting to even the smallest bites. Share the depth of your catches with others to aim for a big haul together.
11:30
Finish Fishing and Enjoy Tempura Tasting
A tempura chef will prepare your catch next to the fishing tent. If you'd like to try frying the tempura yourself, just ask!
12:00
After Tasting, Take a Break and Change Clothes
Depart for Sapporo City (or opt for local dismissal at Barato River)
Around 13:00 Return to Your Hotel in Central Sapporo/ Sapporo Station North Exit (time is approximate)
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Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Children in middle school or younger must be accompanied by a guardian.
- Children aged 5 and above can participate.
*Children 4 and under cannot participate or accompany as observers.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The tour may be canceled in case of blizzards or severe weather.
- The schedule may change based on ice conditions.
- For safety, please follow the guide's instructions at all times.
Required items to bring & attire
- Food and beverage fee
- Long pants
- Hat covering ears or hooded jacket
- Warm jacket and comfortable clothing
- 【Recommended Items】
- Hand warmers
- Spare socks
- Drinks
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 6.
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Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Restrictions
- Children in middle school or younger must be accompanied by a guardian.
- Children aged 5 and above can participate.
*Children 4 and under cannot participate or accompany as observers.
Required items to bring & attire
- Food and beverage fee
- Long pants
- Hat covering ears or hooded jacket
- Warm jacket and comfortable clothing
- 【Recommended Items】
- Hand warmers
- Spare socks
- Drinks
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The tour may be canceled in case of blizzards or severe weather.
- The schedule may change based on ice conditions.
- For safety, please follow the guide's instructions at all times.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 6.
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Smelt Fishing: Expert Guide Support and Tempura Tasting
Experience smelt fishing in the icy, snowy landscape of Hokkaido with a small group tour! Enjoy a 30-minute transfer from central Sapporo to Barato River. Beginners are welcome, as the guide provides thorough support. Savor your catch as tempura.
