Zao Snow Wall and Sakura 1-DAY Bus tour with Ohanami experience

Experience the unique beauty of winter and spring combined on this one-day tour! Walk through the incredible 2-km Zao Snow Wall, a unique corridor formed by towering snow walls along the Zao Echo Line, which opens only for a few days in mid-April. After soaking in this snowy wonderland, head to Hitome-senbon-zakura in Okawara City. Here, thousands of cherry blossom trees bloom along the Shiraishi River, with the breathtaking Mt. Zao covered in snow as a stunning backdrop.

The tour is packed with fun and memorable activities. Try sledding at the Daikokuten parking area and see powerful snowplows up close. Enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch under the sakura trees for the perfect hanami experience. To round off the day, visit the Zao Kokeshi Museum to learn about the charming wooden dolls and the culture of the Tohoku region.

What’s Covered

• English-speaking guide

• Bento box lunch with green tea

• Entry to the Kokeshi Museum

• Comfortable air-conditioned bus

• Snow wall access fees

What’s Extra

• Costs not listed above

• Personal expenses

Good to Know

• Vouchers will be sent by email; please print and present them at the designated location.

• This is a group tour, and you will share the experience with other participants.

• Tours may be canceled if fewer than 15 participants are booked 10 days prior to the scheduled date.

• The itinerary may change based on cherry blossom conditions or other circumstances.

• Cherry blossoms may not be in full bloom, but refunds will not be issued in such cases.

• The tour may be canceled on the morning of the scheduled day if roads to the snow wall are impassable.

• Full refunds will be issued only if the tour is canceled due to extreme weather or natural disasters.

• Seat belts must be worn on the tour bus as per Japanese law.

Important Information

• Wear warm, windproof clothing and slip-resistant shoes suitable for walking in snowy areas, as temperatures can drop significantly at high altitudes.

• Bring a picnic blanket for the hanami experience if desired.

• Arrive at the meeting spot on time, as no refunds will be issued for late arrivals.

• Sightseeing spots may be crowded during weekends, holidays, or events.

• Delays or schedule adjustments may occur due to traffic or other uncontrollable factors.

• Guests are responsible for managing their personal belongings during the tour.

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