FuranoFURANO
Furano Relax Downriver
Our flagship river activity: a boat trip down the rivers of Furano, taking in the scenery from water level alongside an experienced guide.
- Price
- JPY 7,700per person, tax included
- Minimum group size
- From 2 people
Hokkaido Outdoor Organization
Hokkaido's rivers, hours you won't forget.
River activities in Furano, Biei and Asahikawa, close to the nature of Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Outdoor Organization connects people with the nature of Hokkaido, and with experiences that stay with them.
Open 9:00-17:00 (Japan Standard Time)TEL +81 90-5950-4006
- Based in Furano
- From 2 people
- Led by experienced guides
- Advance booking required
- An unhurried way to enjoy nature
Into the Nature
Not just looking at Hokkaido. Being in it.
Hokkaido Outdoor Organization offers something you cannot get from simply visiting the sights.
Touch the moving water, listen to the forest, and feel the land of Hokkaido with your whole body.
Enjoy the nature of Furano, Biei and Asahikawa alongside experienced guides.
Activities
Activities
Based in Furano, we also run river activities in the Biei and Asahikawa areas. All trips are by advance booking, from 2 people.
Furano
BieiBIEI
Biei Relax Downriver
A relaxed boat trip down a river in the Biei area, and a different side of a landscape most people only see from the hills.
- Price
- JPY 7,700per person, tax included
- Minimum group size
- From 2 people
AsahikawaASAHIKAWA
Asahikawa Relax Downriver
A relaxed boat trip down a river in the Asahikawa area: close to the city, yet surrounded by nature.
- Price
- JPY 7,700per person, tax included
- Minimum group size
- From 2 people
Furano, Biei, Asahikawa and beyondCUSTOM
Organize Program
A made-to-order program for groups, shaped around what you want to achieve: training days, events, or something no one has done before. Start by telling us the idea.
- Price
- JPY 50,000for 3 hours, tax included
- Minimum group size
- From 2 people
Find Your Experience
Choose by what you're looking for
Not sure which activity is right for you? Start with the option closest to what you have in mind.
Why HOO
Guides who know the water, rivers worth taking your time on.
Over 20 years as an outdoor guide
Your guide has worked rivers across Japan, from the Yoshino River in Shikoku to the Tone River in Gunma and the Mu River in Hokkaido.
Hokkaido Governor-certified Outdoor Guide
Certified for rafting and canoe, and building programs on a deep familiarity with Hokkaido's rivers.
Rescue3 SRT-1 and Advanced First Aid
Specialist qualifications in swiftwater rescue and life saving underpin how we run every trip.
Rooted in Hokkaido's nature and communities
We also work on river management, conservation and local development, alongside the communities we belong to.
Small groups welcome
Bookings start from 2 people. If you're unsure about numbers or content, just ask.
Safety
Our approach to safety
Because nature sets the terms, we would rather call it off than push our luck.
A briefing before you start
Your guide runs through how the day will go and what to watch for, so first-timers can clear up any questions before setting off.
Equipment and how the day runs
We explain the equipment you'll need and how the day works when you book and again on the day. Ask us anything in advance.
An experienced guide with you
A guide with real river experience goes with you, reading the conditions as the trip unfolds.
Decisions based on weather and river conditions
Your guide decides whether to run the trip, and in what form, based on the weather and the state of the river. We never force a trip through.
What we ask of you
So that everyone can enjoy the day safely, we ask you to follow your guide's instructions on the water.
Health concerns: talk to us first
If you have a medical condition or any concern about your health, get in touch before you book and we'll advise you.
Flow
From booking to the day itself
Meeting points, what to bring and other details are shared with you when you book.
- 1
Book or enquire
Tell us the activity, dates and group size you have in mind, by form or phone.
- 2
Meeting point and what to bring
We'll send you the meeting point, what to wear and what to bring for your booking.
- 3
Check in on the day
Come to the meeting point we've given you and check in.
- 4
Guide briefing
Your guide explains the equipment, how the day runs and what to watch for.
- 5
Onto the water
Enjoy Hokkaido's rivers and its nature alongside your guide.
- 6
Finish
The activity ends and you're free to carry on with your day.
Guide
Shota Kose小瀬 祥太
Representative / River Guide
More than 20 years as an outdoor guide, with river guiding experience on the Yoshino River in Shikoku, the Tone River in Gunma, the Mu River in Hokkaido and other rivers across Japan.
Now based back home in Hokkaido, building outdoor experiences that make the most of what this place already is.
Qualifications
- Hokkaido Governor-certified Outdoor Guide (Rafting / Canoe)
- Rescue3 SRT-1
- Advanced First Aid / Advanced Life Saving certification
- Regional Tourism Development Manager
Projects
Beyond the trip: what else HOO does
Alongside our activities, we work on the future of Hokkaido's rivers and the communities around them.
Voices
Guest voices
Guest voices are coming soon. We'll share stories from our guests here.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
If your question isn't answered here, please get in touch.
Can I join if it's my first time?
Yes, first-timers are welcome. On the day, your guide will explain the equipment and how everything works as you go. If anything is worrying you, just ask before you book.
What is the minimum group size?
Every activity starts from 2 people. If you'd like to join alone or bring a large group, please talk to us in advance.
What should I wear and bring?
What to wear and bring changes with the season and the state of the river, so we send full details when you book. Ask us in advance if you'd like to know sooner.
What happens if it rains?
Your guide decides whether to run the trip, and in what form, based on the weather and river conditions. If we have to cancel or change anything, we'll contact you in advance, so get in touch even if the forecast looks doubtful.
Can children take part?
The age range depends on the activity and the river conditions on the day. If you'd like to bring children, contact us in advance and let us know their ages.
Where do we meet?
We give you the meeting point in full when you book. It differs by area (Furano, Biei or Asahikawa), so check the details for your booking.
Access
Access
Hokkaido Outdoor Organization
- Address
- 2-8 Hokuto-cho, Furano, Hokkaido, Japan
- Business hours
- 9:00-17:00 (JST)
- Phone
- +81 90-5950-4006
- info@hoohokkaido.com
Meeting points differ by area. We'll give you full details when you book.
Hokkaido Outdoor Organization
2-8 Hokuto-cho, Furano, Hokkaido, Japan
Make time for the river on your next trip to Hokkaido.
Bookings, availability, questions: reach us through the form or by phone.
Open 9:00-17:00 (JST) / Outside these hours, please use the contact form