Standup paddleboarding (SUP) is a watersport that has recently exploded in popularity. Why? It’s very intuitive, easy to learn, provides a new perspective for exploring the water, and most importantly, it’s a lot of fun! One of the most popular areas in Niseko to SUP is in Lake Toya with its clear water, beautiful scenery, and mild water temperature. It’s also possible to SUP in the Shiribetsu river (recommended in summer and autumn since the water speed in spring can be very fast) and the ocean coves around Hokkaido like Shakotan.
Standup paddleboards for beginners are inflatable. This means losing your balance and falling in the water is relatively harmless. Riding a SUP is relaxing and the perfect green season activity for families. Some people even take their dogs on their boards with them for some companionship on the water!
Dates of operation: early June – late October, 2025
SUP Tours with SUP Niseko
| Tour | Duration | Age/Category | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-timer SUP experience | 30 minutes | Adult (10 years and up) | 5,500 JPY per person 6,600 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) |
| Child (5-9 years old) | 3,850 JPY per person 4,620 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) | ||
| River SUP Tour | 1 hour 10 minutes | Adult (10 years and up) | 7,700 JPY per person 8,800 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) |
| Child (5-9 years old) | 5,390 JPY per person 6,160 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) | ||
| Sea SUP Tour | 1.5 hours | Adult (10 years and up) | 9,900 JPY per person 11,000 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) |
| Child (5-9 years old) | 6,950 JPY per person 7,700 JPY per person (July 20-Aug 24) | ||
| Monster SUP Tour (2-6 people) | 3 hours | River Tour | 39,000 JPY per SUP (2-6 pax) |
| 4.5 hours | Sea Tour | 45,000 JPY per SUP (2-6 pax) | |
| Dog SUP Fee | Bring your dog to the tour! | +4,400 JPY per dog |
SUP Tour FAQs
Tour start times
| Tour | AM START | PM START |
|---|---|---|
| First-timer SUP experience | 14:00-16:00 | |
| River SUP Tour | 9:30 - 13:00 | 13:30 - 17:00 (available July & August only) |
| Sea SUP Tour | 9:00 - 12:45 | |
| Monster SUP Tour (2-6 people) | River tour: 9:30 - 12:30 Sea tour: 9:00 - 13:30 |
* Free pick up service available. Subject to availability
What to Wear
- High Season (Mid July – August): T-shirt and shorts, swimsuit.
- Mid Season (Early July, September): Bring your shorts with your rental life jacket.
- Mid and late season (June – mid September): Wetsuit or a dry suit
*Wetsuit rental available, please ask for details.
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