01Be first on
Be first on
last night’s snow
Be at the foot of the mountain before the gondola starts, and drop into slopes nobody has touched.
SNOW, SILENCE, AND THE ROAD
Seven days following the snow from mountain to mountain. See where it falls tonight, then choose tomorrow’s first run.
4WD & winter tires on every vehicle · Standard license OK* · Free airport shuttle · 2026/27 season
WHY POWDER, WHY WHEELS
Powder doesn’t wait. It falls overnight and is tracked out within a few hours of the lifts opening. When your bed moves with you, you can wake up in the parking lot of whichever mountain got the snow.
Be at the foot of the mountain before the gondola starts, and drop into slopes nobody has touched.
Will it dump on Niseko or on Asahidake? With no bookings to change, you can decide after dinner.
Thaw out in a hot spring, then head back to a heated bed in your camper. No unpacking, no check-in times.
Snow, Silence, and the Road.
A quiet powder road linking snowy peaks.
The color of the sky when you wake up decides where you go today.
The Journey — 7 Days
With no rooms to rebook, you can choose each day’s destination after seeing where the snow falls. Distances and times are measured on real road data (OSRM) and will change with snow and road closures. Plan on no more than 300 km a day.
Your first runs. In the evening, an onsen and a quiet place to park for the night.
Light, dry powder. If it keeps snowing, stay another night.
Catch the gondola in the morning light and ride all three mountains in a single day.
A single road threading through white forest. Ski Kiroro during the day, then sleep on the Sapporo side, because the nearest overnight spot closes in winter.
A drive across snowfields, then dry inland powder.
A world of rime ice and diamond dust.
One last morning run, then head home.
This is just one example. You can change the route on the day to suit the weather and snow. Our free Travel Support team can help you choose where to stay.
The Peaks of Hokkaido, One by One
Move freely between six mountains without booking a room. All of them are within driving distance of New Chitose Airport.
Feather-light powder. Four areas, from groomed runs to tree skiing, linked as one. The mountain where overseas guests stay the longest.
Varied terrain spread across three mountains. Take the first gondola and have the sunlit slopes to yourself.
Known for deep, consistent snow. Quiet intermediate runs wrapped in white forest. Good for families, too.
Dry powder made by the inland climate. Ski down through light falling into the birch forest.
Ride the ropeway up to 1,600 m. Ungroomed volcanic terrain and rime-frosted forest, with backcountry all around.
Tokachi’s famous clear skies: blue sky against white snow. Dry inland snow, open views and uncrowded days.
Plan & Price
| Model | Off | Regular | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresson JourneyType X / Type W | ¥28,000+ | ¥37,000+ | ¥58,000+ |
| Hiace / Land CruiserKAR, CA, LX, LEAD, BAMBA | ¥20,000+ | ¥27,500+ | ¥35,000+ |
| Euro BoxRooftop tent, easiest to drive | ¥14,300+ | ¥15,400+ | ¥16,500+ |
Guide rates per night, before tax. Peak season covers holiday periods such as summer vacation, Golden Week and New Year; off season is November to the end of April, excluding those periods. Book 90 days ahead for up to 30% off, 60 days ahead for 20% off, or get 15% off stays of 2 nights or more (discounts cannot be combined). Check the exact price with the search below.
Bring an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, together with your home license. If your license was issued in Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco or Taiwan, you need an official Japanese translation of your license instead. See the procedure on the JAF website →
Choose Your Camper
What matters most for winter nights in a camper is whether the heating works with the engine off. 7 of our 9 vehicles list an FF heater in their equipment table. The Euro Box and Land Cruiser BAMBA do not (the BAMBA has heated seats, which are a different thing).
Equipped with a spacious bunk bed and a permanent rear bed where the whole family can sleep comfortably. Fold out the dinette for extra sleeping space — a cab-over model ideal for long trips with 4–6 family members. The sub-battery charges both while driving and via solar panel, so you’ll never have to worry about running out of power.
¥28,000+ / night (before tax)
A pet-friendly vehicle so you can travel together with your dog. Features a side-by-side bunk bed and a waterproof multi-purpose room, sleeping up to 4–6 adults. With space to store wet gear and clothing, it’s also a great fit for active Hokkaido trips like skiing, river play, or fishing.
¥28,000+ / night (before tax)
Features a side-by-side bunk bed and a waterproof multi-purpose room, sleeping up to 4–6 adults. With space to store wet gear and clothing, it’s also a great fit for active Hokkaido trips like skiing, river play, or fishing. The sub-battery charges both while driving and via solar panel, so you’ll never have to worry about running out of power.
¥28,000+ / night (before tax)
Makes the most of the Hiace’s strengths — room for more passengers, more gear, and more people to sleep. The sliding 3-seat second row sits close to the driver and front passenger, ideal for keeping the conversation going with family or friends on the drive. Features a wide bunk bed inside and a rooftop tent that’s easy to set up solo.
¥20,000+ / night (before tax)
A campervan that turns the Hiace into a luxurious space built for two. The bed uses a genuine Simmons mattress. This is Moving Inn’s flagship model, developed for comfortable stays wherever you go. Also equipped with a side awning, roof rack, and a 40L fridge, for a comfortable, upscale trip for two.
¥20,000+ / night (before tax)
A comfortable in-car bedroom, plus a rooftop tent with room for a parent and two children to sleep. A van-life-ready vehicle that makes road trips for up to 4 people possible. Also equipped with a sub-battery, in-car 100V outlet, a 30L fridge, and an FF heater — power and cold storage are both covered.
¥20,000+ / night (before tax)
Seats up to 6 and welcomes pets on board. The in-car bed is king-size class, sleeping up to 4 adults. Plenty of storage in the rear and flooring built for durability make it a great fit for active travelers. Also equipped with a sub-battery, in-car 100V outlet, a 40L fridge, and an FF heater, so you’re covered from breakfast to cold nights.
¥20,000+ / night (before tax)
A pet-friendly rental car with a rooftop tent. A compact vehicle with a retro look and high practicality. Its tight turning radius makes it easy to drive with confidence — even for beginners — from the city to sightseeing spots. Comes with a dog cage in the rear. Unfold the rooftop tent and you have a bedroom anywhere, so even those hesitant to drive a larger vehicle can enjoy a relaxed Hokkaido trip.
¥14,300+ / night (before tax)
The Land Cruiser — a cross-country vehicle recognized worldwide as one of the toughest around. The 100 Series combines rugged capability with a genuinely comfortable ride. This model is based on the 100 Series, custom-styled to evoke the classic 60 Series look. The ideal vehicle for an adventure that goes anywhere in search of breathtaking scenery.
¥20,000+ / night (before tax)
Where to Stay
RV parks with winter facilities confirmed: 15 Michi-no-eki with 24-hour toilets confirmed: 25 Airports
Tap a marker to see its name and what we confirmed. Seicomart convenience stores line almost every main road, so they are not shown on the map.
We list only sites that officially state they are open year-round and where we could confirm at least one of power, toilets, water or price (checked 16 September 2026 on each site’s official page, Kuruma-Tabi and municipal websites). None of them publish their snow-clearing status, so please call ahead before you go.
We checked 59 RV parks in Hokkaido one by one against official sites, Kuruma-Tabi and municipal websites (16 September 2026): 35 open year-round, 5 partly open and 18 closed in winter. We don’t recommend places we couldn’t confirm.
We’ll point you to the ones that stay open in winter. Please don’t stay overnight where parking or sleeping in vehicles is prohibited.
The rules are simple. We’ll go through them in a short briefing before you set off.
We’ll suggest where to sleep and bathe based on the weather and snow, and stay in touch by SMS throughout your trip. Every vehicle comes with 4WD and studless winter tires as standard, plus JAF roadside assistance.
Stay Longer
It doesn’t have to be a week. Many of the winter enquiries we receive are for a month or longer. With Monthly Freeway, you get 30 days for the price of 15. Travel at your own pace, with as many detours as you like.
Early Booking
Up to 30% off when you book 90 days ahead. The best powder weeks fill up while you’re still deciding. If your dates aren’t set yet, talk to our free Travel Support team — we’ll plan the vehicle and itinerary with you.