Iide Canoe Club

Submerged Forest Canoe [Early Morning Premium] Serenity and light spread across the early morning lake. A truly immersive moment in nature’s embrace.

specialJPY 100 OFF
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[April 1 – May 24] A premium tour where you can experience timeless tranquility amid the morning mist. The early morning hours just after sunrise are calm and refreshing, and on fine days the lake is often shrouded in mist. As you canoe through the dense mist, an otherworldly world unfolds before you. Having tea time on the lake is a rare experience that takes you away from your everyday routine. You will be taught how to row, so even beginners with no experience can enjoy the experience safely and at a leisurely pace. As the temperature is low in the morning, please make sure to dress warmly. ■Add-ons If you would like to request any of the following options, please check the appropriate boxes on the reservation application form: - Request for canoe (single or tandem or Canadian canoe) - Participation with your dog ■About tea time If the weather is stable, we plan to have tea time on the lake. We will provide some hot drink and snacks. If you have any concerns about allergies, please contact us in advance. ■About children under elementary school age For the early morning plan, we do not allow elementary school children or younger to participate. This is to ensure that you can enjoy the tranquility in the cold. ■For Those with Concerns About Participation If you have any pre-existing medical conditions or concerns about participating, please feel free to consult with us in advance. We are here to help ensure your experience is safe and enjoyable. ■Regarding Fees The fees may vary depending on the date, such as during the Golden Week period. ■Regarding Availability The real-time availability is reflected online. If there are only a few spots left (e.g., one seat remaining) and you cannot book for your desired number of participants, it will be indicated as "Unavailable." We apologize for the inconvenience, but please choose an alternate date. Please note that we do not accept waitlist requests for cancellations. ■Insurance Coverage Information We provide accident insurance coverage in case participants sustain injuries due to unforeseen accidents during the tour. Please assess if you need to purchase additional coverage for your needs. Insurance Provider: Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. (Accident Insurance for Event Participants) - Death or Permanent Disability: 10 million yen - Daily Hospitalization Benefit: 5,000 yen per day - Daily Outpatient Benefit: 3,000 yen per day ■Regarding Change and Cancellation Fees The cancellation policy is provided below on this page. Changes to your reservation can be made once for free until 5:00 PM, four days prior to the tour. Any changes made after this time will be treated as a cancellation. ■Regarding Check-In on the Day of the Event Please ensure you use the restroom and change your clothes before gathering at the location (in front of the Iide Canoe Club hut). Check-in will begin 5 minutes prior to your scheduled time. Please note that this is not at Shirakawa-so. During the first half of April, there may be days when the local toilets are closed. Please make sure to use the toilet beforehand. ■Changing Facilities & Lockers There are no permanent changing rooms or lockers at the site. Please keep your belongings with you at all times. If you need to change clothes on-site, a portable pop-up changing tent is available. Please ask our staff. For information regarding appropriate clothing, please refer to the plan details at the bottom of this page. It will be cold as it is an early morning tour. Please dress warmly to avoid the cold. ■ About Start Time The tour start time varies depending on the sunrise time Until April 17 : Starts at 5:30 AM Until May 15:Starts at 5:00 AM Until May 24:Starts at 4:45 AM ■ Access & Navigation Tips When searching for directions from the Yonezawa area, some navigation apps may suggest a mountain pass route. If you are not comfortable driving on narrow mountain roads, we recommend setting your route via Iide Roadside Station Mezami no Sato for a safer and more straightforward drive. ■ Parking Information Please note that a parking fee will be charged from April 18th to May 17th. Parking fees are not included in the tour price.

  • Days of Week

    Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat

  • Duration

    1.5 hours

  • Adult (ages 12+)

    JPY 11,000

  • specialCampaign

    Early Bird Discount! Up to JPY 100 OFF until 14 days before participation at 12:00 AM!

    Participation Date: Apr 1, 2026 ~ May 24, 2026

    • Adult (ages 12+)

      JPY 100 OFF

      JPY 10,900〜

      JPY 11,000

Outline

  • Schedule

  • Pickup / Checkin

    • 5:25

      Start Check-in, Wearing a life jacket

    • 5:30

      Greetings at the beginning

    • 5:35

      Explanation of paddle operation etc.

    • 5:45

      Canoe boarding and paddling practice

    • 5:55

      Into the submerged forest

    • 6:50

      To the goal point

    • 7:00

      Closing greetings, dismissal

  • Checkin Times / Locations

    • 5:25

      Iide Canoe Club

      Shirakawa Lakeside Park (behind the Shirakawa-so building) Canoe boarding area *If you are late for the start time, your reservation will be canceled. Please arrive early.

Add-ons / Transportation

  • Add-ons

    • Request for canoe: Solo

      [Description]
      Please select this option only if you wish. If multiple customers' requests overlap and we are unable to accommodate your request on the day, we will refund your money. If you are combining single and double riders with multiple people, please select this option and write it in the request column on the payment screen.
      [Price]

      Per-BookingJPY 2,000

    • Request for canoe: Tandem

      [Description]
      Please select this option only if you wish. If multiple customers' requests overlap and we are unable to accommodate your request on the day, we will refund your money.
      [Price]

      Per-BookingJPY 2,000

    • Request for canoe: Canadian

      [Description]
      Please select this option only if you wish.
      [Price]

      Per-BookingJPY 2,000

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Plan Information

  • What's Included

    • Guide Fee
    • Insurance Fee
    • Consumption tax
    • Rental fee for 3 pieces of canoe equipment (canoe, paddle, life jacket)
  • What's Not Included

    • Parking Fee (April 18 – May 17)
  • What to Bring

    • Warm Clothing & Cold Weather Gear (Mornings can be chilly. Wear rain gear in case of rain.)
    • Warm footwear (Rain boots or hiking boots are also acceptable)
    • Hat, gloves, and neck warmer
    • Others (Water, towel, etc.)
  • Additional Info

    • Waterproof smartphone cases, straps, etc. (If you drop it in the lake, it won't come back.)
  • Cancellation Policies

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    15 days before to 23:59

    10%

    4 days before to 17:00

    30%

    1 day before to 17:00

    After 17:00, 1 day before

    100%

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Reviews

Average Rating

4.9(63)

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    6

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  • Family

    4.9(27)

  • Couple

    5(6)

  • Friend

    4.9(15)

  • Solo

    4.9(14)

  • Work

    5(1)

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  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-05

    Family

    ここでしか体験出来ない!

    お天気もよく日の出とともに 鳥のさえずりや森の香りに包まれ 水没林の中をゆっくりと進んでいく 心から癒される特別な時間でした。 湖上でのティータイムもいい香りの お茶を楽しみました♪ また季節の変わる毎に白川湖の 自然を楽しみに行きたいと思います!

    鈴木直美

    Posted Date: 2025/05/17

    Reply from YAMAGATA EXPERIENCE

    早朝の澄んだ空気の中で、鳥のさえずりとともに過ごす癒しの時間を満喫していただきありがとうございました。 季節ごとに表情を変える白川湖で、またお会いできる日を楽しみにしております。

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-05

    Family

    ずっと憧れていました

    新聞で数年前に知ってから、憧れていましたが 期間限定ということで なかなか実現できませんでした。今回、最も幻想的な早朝時、天気も最高の中でカヌーに乗る事ができました。鳥のさえずり、新緑、湖面に映り込む木々、立ち上る朝もや、そして地元のコクワ紅茶とずんだ生クリーム大福のティタイム、更に2人のガ イドさんのこの自然に溶け込んだような語り口の案内、自然愛、地元愛⋯等のおかげで水没林を五感全部で味わうことができました。憧れていた以上の素晴らしい時間を持てたことに感謝します。

    鈴木一恵

    Posted Date: 2025/05/15

    Reply from YAMAGATA EXPERIENCE

    長年の憧れを叶えるご参加、誠にありがとうございました。 五感で味わっていただけた水没林の朝は、私たちにとっても特別なものとなりました。 またのご参加をお待ちしております。

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-05

    Family

    最高の体験!

    水没林を見に毎年訪れていますが、カヌー体験は今回初でした。カヌー体験でしか感じられない森の静けさや水の音を近くで感じられ、また特別な空気感があり、最高の体験をすることができました。天候も非常に良好なときに参加でき、幻想的な風景に感動しました。毎年の参加したいです。

    フルヤ

    Posted Date: 2025/05/14

    Reply from YAMAGATA EXPERIENCE

    初めてのカヌー体験が特別な時間となったこと、大変嬉しく思います。 また毎年のお楽しみのひとつとして、ぜひお越しください。 スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-05

    Family

    三年越しの体験 朝霧の中で

    前夜から朝方まで雨が降り、目が覚める度に屋根をたたく雨音に不安を感じていましたが、始まる頃には上がり、山々に雲がたなびき水没林の辺りには霧が広がり、風もない状況でした。今年は、雪解けが遅かったとの事でたくさんの水量があり本当に美しい景色でした。体験の終盤には、香りの良い紅茶とずんだクリーム大福のサービスがありました。空気も景色も良い中でのおやつは驚くほどに癒されました。夫と愛犬とこんなに美しい景色を見る事が出来幸せでした。

    ムギムギ

    Posted Date: 2025/05/13

    Reply from YAMAGATA EXPERIENCE

    三年越しのご参加、誠にありがとうございました。 幻想的な朝霧のなか、ご家族皆様で素晴らしい体験をしていただけたこと、嬉しく思います。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-05

    Family

    外側から見るのとカヌーは全然違います!

    ずっと行きたいと思って、待ちに待ったカヌー🛶ツアーでした! 前日外側から見ていた時もとてもとても素敵でここに来なくては感じることができないと思いましたが、実際にカヌーに乗って湖に入った瞬間、より幻想的で木々の間から見える空からの光が胸に降り注ぐ気がしました 実際に見ていただきたい期間限定の絶景です 今回早朝のツアーだったので、別な時間帯で参加させていただきたいと今からワクワクしています 最後になりますが、スタッフの皆さんが優しくて、楽しい時間でした  ありがとうございました⭐️

    まぶた

    Posted Date: 2025/05/12

    Reply from YAMAGATA EXPERIENCE

    ご参加ありがとうございました。 陸上から見る景色とはまた違った、カヌーならではの幻想的な体験をしていただけて本当に嬉しいです。 ぜひ次回は別の時間帯にもお越しください。再会を楽しみにお待ちしております。

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  • special

    Early Bird Discount! Up to JPY 100 OFF until 14 days before participation at 12:00 AM!

    • Adult (ages 12+)

      JPY 11,000JPY 10,900