Enjoy a fun fishing adventure out on the frozen lake to catch some fresh smelt. Savor this special winter delicacy as a hot tempura on the spot for a tasty meal in Hokkaido.
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It was amazing, just as the reviews said!
Posted Date: 2022/02/07
うさぎ犬
I was guided to a secret spot that was different from the usual due to the impact of COVID-19! The guide said, "I'm sorry it's far from the station," but I really appreciated the special feeling of going somewhere I wouldn't normally visit.
We started at 2 PM and it was minus 8 degrees; it was extremely cold for someone from a tropical country like me. I heard the morning session was minus 17 degrees... It would be impossible without a tent.
As for the crucial whitebait fishing, we were catching… I was guided to a secret spot that was different from the usual due to the impact of COVID-19! The guide said, "I'm sorry it's far from the station," but I really appreciated the special feeling of going somewhere I wouldn't normally visit.
We started at 2 PM and it was minus 8 degrees; it was extremely cold for someone from a tropical country like me. I heard the morning session was minus 17 degrees... It would be impossible without a tent.
As for the crucial whitebait fishing, we were catching them non-stop that day, and everyone from kids to adults was easily reeling them in one after another! It was adorable when a child around elementary school age seriously said, "This is a hole where you can catch them infinitely..." The guide also interacted with us a lot, and I couldn't help but laugh at his excellent comments every time.
The tempura was crispy and delicious, and the warm soup was great too. While you can go to the fishing spot individually and borrow equipment, this tour, which provides everything you need, is overwhelmingly cost-effective.
You should definitely go whitebait fishing on a tour. I highly recommend it! Thank you, guide Umebayashi, for your help! コロナの影響で普段とは違う秘密のスポットに案内して貰えました！ ガイドさんは「駅から遠くなって申し訳ない」と仰っていましたが、普段はなかなか行けない特別感が良かったです。 14時スタートでマイナス8度、 南国出身の私にはめちゃくちゃ寒かったですが 朝の部はマイナス17度だったそうで… テント無しにはムリです…。 肝心のワカサギですが この日は入れ食い状態で、子供から大人まで皆んな次から次へと簡単に釣れました！ 小学生くらいの子が「無限に釣れる穴だ…」と真剣に言っていたのが可愛かった(笑)。 ガイドさんも色々と声をかけてくだ… コロナの影響で普段とは違う秘密のスポットに案内して貰えました！ ガイドさんは「駅から遠くなって申し訳ない」と仰っていましたが、普段はなかなか行けない特別感が良かったです。 14時スタートでマイナス8度、 南国出身の私にはめちゃくちゃ寒かったですが 朝の部はマイナス17度だったそうで… テント無しにはムリです…。 肝心のワカサギですが この日は入れ食い状態で、子供から大人まで皆んな次から次へと簡単に釣れました！ 小学生くらいの子が「無限に釣れる穴だ…」と真剣に言っていたのが可愛かった(笑)。 ガイドさんも色々と声をかけてくださるのですが、秀逸なコメントに毎回笑ってしまいました(笑)。 天ぷらもサクサクに揚げてくださり、暖かいスープまで美味しかったです。 個人で釣り場に行って道具を借りてやる事も出来ますが、ここまで至れり尽くせりしてもらえるツアーの方が費用対効果で考えても圧倒的に安いです。 ワカサギ釣りはツアーで行くべき。 本当にオススメです！ ガイドの梅林さんお世話になりました。 有難うございました！
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It was fun!!!
Posted Date: 2022/03/22
MJJ
I had a valuable experience! They treated us very kindly and I was able to spend a very meaningful time. Eating smelt on the ice was the best!! I want to go again next year☺️ Thank you!貴重な経験が出来ました！とても丁寧に優しく接してくださり、非常に有意義な時間を過ごす事ができました。氷の上で食べるワカサギは最高でした！！また来年も行きたいです☺️ありがとうございました！
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My first ice fishing experience for smelt in the snow!
Posted Date: 2022/03/27
Aki
It was snowing and the wind was strong, but we had a great time ice fishing for wakasagi in our individual tents! We caught about ten wakasagi! We were also able to enjoy tempura and soup inside the tent, which made for a wonderful experience.雪が降り風が強い中でしたが、個別のテント内で楽しくワカサギ釣りができました！ ワカサギは10数匹釣れました‼︎ 天ぷらやスープもテントの中で楽しむことができ、とても良い体験でした。
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I caught more than I expected!
Posted Date: 2024/01/30
kaki
I caught more fish than I expected, about 20 by myself, which was surprising. The guide was very kind and explained the fishing techniques in detail, which was helpful. The tempura was also fried on the spot and was very delicious.予想よりいっぱい釣って、1人で20匹くらいでびっくりでした。 ガイドさんはとても親切で、丁寧に釣り方を説明していただき、助かりました。 天ぷらもその場に揚げて、とても美味しいでした。
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Even as a beginner, I was able to catch some smelt! The staff taught me some tips. Eating smelt on the ice was the best!
Posted Date: 2024/03/08
こやや
I had an experience on March 5th. It was my first time in Hokkaido and my first time ice fishing for wakasagi, so I was both excited and a bit anxious. However, I received a phone call the day before to confirm the pickup location and course, and the service was very attentive. During the transfer, whenever we spotted wildlife, the staff would explain about the animals, which was enjoyable! They also taught me tips for fishing, and the staff would regularly check in, so I was able to ask for adv… I had an experience on March 5th. It was my first time in Hokkaido and my first time ice fishing for wakasagi, so I was both excited and a bit anxious. However, I received a phone call the day before to confirm the pickup location and course, and the service was very attentive. During the transfer, whenever we spotted wildlife, the staff would explain about the animals, which was enjoyable! They also taught me tips for fishing, and the staff would regularly check in, so I was able to ask for advice each time! By the end, I felt like I had improved, haha.
The fresh wakasagi was fluffy when fried as tempura, and eating wakasagi on the ice was the best!
There was a sheet inside the tent where I could place my belongings, so it was possible to bring a DSLR camera. 3月5日に体験させて頂きました。初めての北海道で初めてのワカサギ釣りだったので楽しみな反面、不安もありましたが、前日にお迎えの場所やコースの最終確認の電話を下さり、丁寧な対応をしていただきました。送迎中も、野生動物を見つけると動物の説明も話して頂いて楽しめました！ワカサギ釣りのコツを教えて頂けたり、定期的に（？）スタッフの方が見に来てくれるので、その都度コツを聞いてました！終わる頃には上達してた気がします笑
I'm really glad we decided to go with a local guide company. I personally made a reservation for smelt fishing, but I chose to join the tour instead. It was definitely the right decision. They had everything set up perfectly, from the bait to the fishing spots! Thank you very much.
I would love to make a reservation again next time.
It was amazing!やはり地元のガイド会社さんに入ってもらってよかったです。 個人的に予約してワカサギ釣りもできたんですが、あえてツアーに参加しました。結果は大正解。餌からポイントからすべての設定をベストな状態に整えてくれていました！ ありがとうございます。
次もぜひ予約させてください。
最高です！
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It's fun!
Posted Date: 2025/03/12
おいも
I joined the tour hoping to catch 2 or 3 wakasagi and take some pictures, but once we started fishing, we kept catching more and more, and before we knew it, we had caught 50 fish between the two of us. The tempura was delicious as well. The staff were very accommodating, which made for a relaxing experience. The guide's stories were enjoyable, making it a memorable tour. I'm really glad I participated in the wakasagi fishing tour!ワカサギを2,3匹釣って写真が撮れたらいいな…と思いツアーに参加したのですが、釣り始めたらどんどん釣れて楽しくなり気付けば2人で50匹も釣っていました。 天ぷらも美味しくいただきました。 スタッフの方々の対応も良く安心して過ごせました。ガイドの方のお話も楽しく思い出に残るツアーとなりました。 ワカサギ釣りツアーに参加して本当に良かったです！
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An interesting experience.
Posted Date: 2025/03/17
二ディヤァン、ウディツウ
I had a great time fishing for wakasagi for the first time, and even though the fish were small, it was enjoyable. It was still a bit cold inside the tent.初体験のワカサギ釣りで魚が釣れて、小さいながらも楽しかったです。テントの中にはまだ少し寒かったです。
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Great catch!
Posted Date: 2025/03/21
はるたままま
The staff were very kind, and it was fun to talk with them. We caught a lot of wakasagi, and my daughters were very happy. I have experienced wakasagi fishing a few times in different places, but this was the first time we caught so many. The onion soup served with the wakasagi tempura was also excellent. Thank you for a truly enjoyable time.スタッフの方々がとても親切でお話も楽しかったです。ワカサギもたくさん釣れて、娘達もご機嫌でした。別の場所で何回かワカサギ釣りを経験はしましたが、こんなに釣れたのは初めてでした。ワカサギの天ぷらと一緒に出していただいたオニオンスープも最高でした。本当に楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
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Smelt Ice fishing
Posted Date: 2020/01/26
Katherine
Didn’t expect that It was so fun smelt ice fishing at the frozen lake for the family. V Punctual pick up & drop off. V Friendly & helpful throughout the fishing even though the weather was v cold ! Tent & chairs are already prepared in advance. Deep fried fish & hot soup are really delicious. Highly recommended for anyone going to Abashiri Hokkaido during winter season.
Fun-filled session which well exceeded expectations!
Posted Date: 2020/02/24
Nikolaus
Not had this much fun in a while. Bearing in mind that the session only lasts for 2 hours from pick up to drop off, I felt like I got a full day's worth of fun and excitement out of it.
The activity was professionally organised from start to end, with a friendly and helpful crew. They really knew how to turn fishing into an experience. They were great at explaining what to do and were on hand to help out...getting to you before you even have a chance to say something. For example, when the yarn … Not had this much fun in a while. Bearing in mind that the session only lasts for 2 hours from pick up to drop off, I felt like I got a full day's worth of fun and excitement out of it.
The activity was professionally organised from start to end, with a friendly and helpful crew. They really knew how to turn fishing into an experience. They were great at explaining what to do and were on hand to help out...getting to you before you even have a chance to say something. For example, when the yarn on the fishing rod got tangled up, I had a new one in my hand before I even knew it.
The tempura feast at the end was the icing on the cake. I can only recommend this activity! Go book it now.
