A large-scale resort built around its tower hotels, with slopes, pools, restaurants and activities all in one area. Shuttle buses connect the resort, and plenty of indoor facilities make it easy to enjoy whatever the weather—ideal for families with young children.

📍 About 1.5 hours by car from New Chitose Airport / free shuttle bus from JR Tomamu Station

Ride the gondola up near the summit and look out over a sea of clouds spreading below you. It mainly operates in the early morning from spring to autumn, and whether the clouds appear depends on the weather and conditions that day. It can feel chilly on the mountain even in summer, so bring an extra layer.

📍 From the gondola station inside the resort (check the official website for operating season and hours)

A magical village of ice and snow that appears only in winter. Ice domes line the paths, and you can enjoy experiences only Tomamu’s harsh cold makes possible, such as an ice bar and an ice rink. At night it’s lit up, taking on a completely different atmosphere from the daytime.

Tomamu is one of the coldest places in Hokkaido, and winter nights can drop below −20°C (−4°F). When walking around the Ice Village, proper cold-weather gear—thick gloves, a hat and shoes that grip on snowy ground—is essential. For tips on choosing them, see our guide How to Stay Warm on a Hokkaido Winter Trip.

📍 Inside the resort (typically held around December–March; check the official website for details)

With runs up to 4,200m long, this ski area suits everyone from beginners to families to advanced skiers. Its light powder snow, created by the inland cold of central Hokkaido, is a major draw, and there are well-equipped kids’ areas and ski schools. To compare it with Niseko, Rusutsu and other resorts, see our Hokkaido Ski Resort Guide.

📍 Inside the resort (reach the slopes from the hotels on foot or by shuttle)

One of Japan’s largest indoor wave pools. Kept warm all year round, it’s a huge hit with kids even in the snowy season, and a great option for a bad-weather day.

📍 Inside the resort

A chapel designed by architect Tadao Ando. A cross standing in the water and the surrounding forest, which changes with every season, come together in a quiet, beautiful space. As it’s used as a wedding venue, visiting days and times are limited.

📍 Inside the resort (check the official website for whether visits are possible and at what times)