Snowshoeing in Rishiri

A remote island off the coast of Hokkaido, Rishiri has a circumference of about 60 kilometers and has Mount Rishiri (1721m) — an extinct volcanic peak — at its center. With most tourists visiting the island during the summer months, you’ll have Rishiri all to yourself during the winter. Come discover the island’s natural beauty on snowshoes! You’ll have the sea as a backdrop and you’ll fall in love with the virgin forests covered in snow at the foot of Mount Rishiri. Explore-Share.com only promotes mountain trips led by certified guides.