THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Walk through powder at 1,000 m to a steaming geothermal pool on this guided snowshoe tour from Goshougake Onsen. Choose a short or long route, warm up with a coffee break, then finish with a recommended onsen soak.
Walk through powder at 1,000 m to a steaming geothermal pool on this guided snowshoe tour from Goshougake Onsen. Choose a short or long route, warm up with a coffee break, then finish with a recommended onsen soak.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by 自然公園財団 八幡平支部 · Kazuno, Akita Prefecture
A hush falls over the forest as participants step into fresh, ankle-deep powder — each snowshoe bite muffles the world and leaves a pair of clean, white tracks behind. At roughly 1,000 meters elevation, the Goshougake Oyunuma route threads through mixed conifer stands and open geothermal clearings where steam lifts from the earth like a living breath.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate fitness required—able to walk on uneven snow for up to three hours with short breaks.
There are two options: a short course (~120 minutes) suitable for beginners, and a long course (~180 minutes) with more elevation change and longer mileage.
No — guides provide basic instruction and the short course is designed for those new to snowshoeing, though moderate fitness helps.
Yes — guides supply snowshoes and instruction; bring your own boots and cold-weather clothing.
Yes — the itinerary recommends a daytime soak at Goshougake Onsen; bring a change of clothes and toiletries for the bath.
The Goshougake area sits on volcanic terrain shaped by past eruptions and ongoing fumarolic activity; local onsen culture developed around these geothermal waters for centuries.
Follow guide directions and stay on designated routes—thermal ground is fragile and off-trail travel harms vegetation and risks injury.
自然公園財団 八幡平支部 operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with 自然公園財団 八幡平支部
Book directly with 自然公園財団 八幡平支部 for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now