Snow Country Drifting Snow Tour

This unique program is a way for visitors to experience the fierce drifting snow of the frozen Tsugaru region of Aomori prefecture. Drifting snow, fallen snow wisping in the strong winds, is a well-known feature of Tsugaru region. The drifting snow can be of such an intensity that once it begins, it becomes difficult to see one’s own path. This rare tour has turned the troublesome drifting snow into a fascinating local experience.


The Snow in Tsugaru Strikes from Below

Visitors can become familiar with Tsugaru culture by going on the tour while wearing a traditional winter clothe called “Kakumaki” or riding the wide snow field of Tsugaru plains on a horse sleigh. If requested in advance, visitors can also fly a Tsugaru tako (kite). This tour has gained popularity domestically and internationally.
Phone Number:Tsugaru Jifubuki-kai Office 080-3195-4036(9:00~17:00)

General Information

Address
青森県五所川原市
Contact
Tsugaru Jifubuki-kai Office (9:00~17:00)
Telephone Number
080-3195‐4036
Opening Times
Every Friday through Sunday, end of January to the end of February
*Reservation must be made at least five days in advance. 
Prices
Adult ¥2,500 Child ¥500 (Includes preschool children)
Directions
JR Goshogawara Station
1-minute walk
Tsugaru Railway Tsugaru Goshogawara Station
Tsugaru Railway 25-minute ride (¥550)
Get off at Tsugaru Railway Kanagi Station
Website
(Japanese) ASOVIEWSee trip advisor

Basic Information

  • Multilingual
    Staff
  • Multilingual
    Signs
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Contactless
    Payments
  • Tax Free
  • Parking Lot
  • Barrier-Free
    Toilet
  • Barrier-Free

COVID-19 Prevention

  • Face Masks
    Required
  • Sanitizing
    Stations
  • Temperature
    Checks
  • Physical
    Distancing

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【Please Help Reduce Traffic Congestion and Preserve the Environmentt in the Tsutanuma Area】

When: Friday, October 20th - Tuesday, October 31st, 2023

Tsutanuma Pond in Tsuta Yacho no Mori (Tsuta Bird Sanctuary) within Towada-Hachimantai National Park faces issues such as road congestion, street parking, and damage to the natural environment due to the heavy influx of visitors during the autumn foliage season. 

To preserve the beauty of Tsutanuma for future generations, we ask for your understanding and cooperation in contributing an environmental conservation fee and using an advance reservation system to prevent traffic congestion.

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