Earth Connect Biei — Biei, Hokkaido
Group snowshoe tours and private mountain guiding
based in Biei. Every experience shaped around you.
About Earth Connect Biei
From snowy winter forests to summer alpine ridges — each experience is carefully shaped around the season, your group, and what you actually want from the day.
Snowshoe tours welcome groups of up to 15. All other tours are private — just your party, the guide, and the landscape.
Why choose us
No fixed programs. Every route and pace is built around who's coming — first-timer or seasoned adventurer.
Clear communication in English throughout — from inquiry and safety briefings to on-trail guidance.
Every tour begins with a thorough briefing. Conditions are assessed continuously, and plans adapt when the mountain demands it.
Based in Biei with deep seasonal knowledge of the Tokachi-dake range — terrain, weather patterns, and what each month brings.
If conditions change, the plan changes. Safety is never traded for the schedule. No charge for guide-side cancellations.
Pay on the day. Cash and cashless both welcome. No advance payment required — just confirm your booking by email or the calendar.
Meet Your Guide
Based in Biei, Hokkaido, Yoshihiro has spent years guiding guests through the mountains, forests, and snowfields of the Tokachi-dake range. His approach is simple: listen carefully, plan with honesty, and guide with full attention to the people in front of him.
Whether you're a first-time snowshoer joining a group, or an experienced skier looking for a private backcountry descent — every day is built around what you want to experience.
Experiences
Snowshoe tours are group-friendly (up to 15). All other tours are private — just your party.
¥8,500 / person
A gentle snow walk through Hokkaido's winter forests. Beginner-friendly, group-welcome, and beautifully calm.
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¥10,000 / person
A longer spring snowshoe through the season's last snow. More depth, more distance, more silence.
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From ¥60,000 / day
Deep powder, careful safety planning, and total customization. The mountain on its own terms.
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¥8,000 / person
A quiet guided walk through Hokkaido's summer forests. Slow, observant, deeply restorative.
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¥12,000 / person
An outdoor sauna experience immersed in Hokkaido nature. Warmth, cold air, and total presence.
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From ¥35,000 / day
Private mountain guiding across the Tokachi-dake range. Routes adjusted to your fitness and goals.
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From ¥50,000 / day
A rare guided field experience shaped by local knowledge, ethics, and the honest realities of Hokkaido nature.
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Every tour begins with a clear briefing — route overview, gear check, and emergency procedures in plain language.
If conditions become unsafe, tours are rescheduled at no charge. Safety is never traded for the schedule.
Pay on the day of the tour. Cash and cashless (IC card, credit card) both accepted. No advance payment required.
English communication, transport coordination, accommodation guidance — full support from first message to end of tour.
Payment is collected on-site after the tour. Cash and cashless both accepted.
No advance payment or deposit required.
Seasonal Gallery
Words From Our Guests
"Absolutely, we will come again."
"You gave us mountain-like peace of mind."
"Amazing! Super fun!"
"The best memory of our entire Hokkaido trip."
"We felt safe the whole time."
"A truly authentic encounter with Hokkaido nature."
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