02. Canoe Fishing Guide
Using a canoe, explore lakes and calm rivers.
This is the fishing style we primarily recommend.
In areas with little human traffic
Top game and large-scale fishing in the main river
We can also expect a scenario where we can approach trout.
Topwater game
Late May to early August
Targeting large trout in wetland rivers
Late October to end of November
Guide basic fee
Full day (8 hours) / 1 person ¥55,000 (Tax included)
• Additional charge / per person: ¥22,000 (Tax)
Half-day (4 hours) / 1 person ¥33,000 (Tax)
• Additional charge / ¥15,000 per person (Tax)
rental
• Gear set (rod and reel) / ¥5,500 (Tax)
Waders / ¥3,300 (Tax included )
The Tokachi and Lake Akan region is the main area during the spring and summer seasons.
During the autumn and winter seasons, our main guiding locations are Tokachi and eastern Hokkaido (Kushiro, Abashiri, Nakashibetsu).
Recommended tackle
Please note that this is for reference only, as we will adjust it according to the situation on the day.
For details on fishing techniques and other information, please feel free to contact us after your guide booking is confirmed.
Fly fishing
Dry fishing: #4 to #6 single rod, around 9 feet in length.
Nymph wets, sizes 5-8, single-handed rods around 9-11 feet.
Fly Pattern
・Midge Fly (#16~#24) ・CDC Dun (#10~#16) ・Elk Hair Caddis (#6~#10)
・Wrights Royal (#6~#12) ・Stimulator (#6~#10) ・Grasshopper (#6~#10)
・Cicada (#6~#8) ・Tarantula (#6~#8)
・Orange Partridge (#8~#12) ・Silver March Brown (#8~#12)
・Wooly Bugger (#6~#10)
Lure fishing
Rods: L to M, 5 to 6 feet
• Reel: 2000-2500 size spinning reel or bait finesse reel
*Depending on the season, fishing may be possible with bass fishing tackle or sea bass fishing tackle, so please feel free to inquire.
Lure
• 5-10g spoons • 50mm-70mm floating minnows
• 50mm-70mm sinking minnows • 60mm-110mm jointed minnows
S-M size cicada lure
Capacity: 1–3 people
Age Requirement: Elementary school age and up
Booking Deadline: Up to one week in advance
Payment Methods
• Cash payment after the program concludes
• Bank transfer (please contact us in advance for account details)
Booking Process
1. Submit your preferred date, time slot, and number of participants via the booking form.
2. A staff member will reply via email after confirming the details.
3. Online booking is available up to one week before the program date.
* For bookings closer than one week out, please call us at 080-1585-3155.
Meeting Point
We will pick you up at the airport you are using (Kushiro, Memanbetsu, or Obihiro Airport) or at a nearby facility.
Important Notes
Please be sure to read the "Program Participation Guidelines" at the bottom of the page before booking.