SNOWAY ACADEMY

Hokkaido Ski Lessons

ASARIGAWA ONSEN SKI LESSONS・2026–2027

Chosui River Ski Course|Private Chinese Ski Instructor

Snoway Academy has been officially licensed by the Choryu River Ski Resort to provide private Chinese, Cantonese, and English Ski/Snowboard lessons, suitable for beginners, children, and families.

Snoway Academy has been officially licensed by the Choryu River Ski Resort to provide private Chinese, Cantonese, and English Ski/Snowboard lessons, suitable for beginners, children, and families.


BOOK ASARIGAWA LESSONS


Online reservation for morning skiing courses in Saririkawa

Select Ski/Snowboard, the course date, class time, and number of participants, fill out the participant information, and complete the online payment to complete your Riwari Ski Course reservation. The system will automatically send a confirmation email.

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Choose the Chosui River course

Select Ski or Snowboard, lesson length and group size.

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Guest Details

Tell us your ability, preferred language and lesson needs.

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Choose a Date

Check availability and enter your details.

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Confirm and Pay

Pay online and receive instant confirmation.

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Choose the Chosui River course

Select Ski or Snowboard, lesson length and group size.

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Guest Details

Tell us your ability, preferred language and lesson needs.

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Choose a Date

Check availability and enter your details.

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Confirm and Pay

Pay online and receive instant confirmation.


ASARIGAWA ONSEN SKI RESORT


Introduction to Chosui River Ski Resort|Transportation, Snow Trails, and Skiing and Hot Spring Experiences

Ario River Hot Spring Ski Resort is located in Ario River Hot Spring Area in Otaru City, Hokkaido. Combining the view of the Sea of Japan, diverse slopes, and Hokkaido hot springs, it is the ideal choice for travelers who want to enjoy skiing and hot springs on the same day. Snoway Academy, authorized by the resort’s official instructors, offers private ski/snowboard courses in Ario River for Chinese, Cantonese, and English speakers.

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Conveniently accessible from Otaru and Sapporo

It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to drive from the city center of Otogaruto to the resort, and about 40 minutes from the city center of Sapporo. It is suitable for travelers staying in Otogaruto who want to schedule a half-day or full-day ski course in Asari River Hot Springs or Sapporo.

View transportation information for Chosui River

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Skiing and hot springs: a complete Hokkaido winter experience

Chosuiro Onsen Ski Resort is located directly in Chosuiro Onsen Town in Otaru. After completing the skiing course, you can visit nearby Yugyo Onsen or stay at a onsen hotel, without having to travel long distances, allowing you to experience the powder snow and onsen of Hokkaido in the same day.

View information about the Asiri River Hot Spring and accommodation

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Newbie practice area and magic carpet

The ski resort has beginner practice areas and a snow-mounted escalator, allowing first-time skiers to practice moving on level ground, braking, and basic turns before attempting to ride the cable car according to their progress.

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Multi-faceted slopes and the view of the Sea of Japan

There are 9 different-difficulty snow trails at Asari River, ranging from beginner-friendly areas to trails that are about 3,000 meters long, perfect for beginners to build a foundation and also convenient for beginner skiers to gradually improve their skills. When the weather is clear, you can also enjoy views of the Sea of Japan from the trails.

ViewOfficial snow track data for Chosiri River Hot Spring Ski Resort


ASARIGAWA ONSEN PRIVATE SKI LESSONS


Who is the Chari River Chinese private ski course suitable for?

The Snoway Academy's Chino Chinese private ski lessons are suitable for first-time skiers, families with children, and beginners who want to improve their basic skills. The instructors will adjust the Ski/Snowboard teaching content based on age, level, and learning goals, and support Chinese, Cantonese, and English.

ASARI SKI RESORT AUTHORIZED LESSON PROVIDER

Official teaching permit for Chosui River Ski Resort

Snoway Academy has been granted official teaching authorization by the Asuri River Ski Resort, and provides private ski lessons for Ski/Snowboard in accordance with the resort's operating and safety regulations.

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A beginner who is skiing for the first time in Chosui River

Learn equipment basics, movement, safe falling, stopping and your first turns.

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Families with children and those visiting hot springs

According to the children's age, physical strength, and learning pace, we arrange courses so that the whole family can first experience skiing in peace, and then relax and rest at Asuri River Hot Springs.

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Beginners Ready to Progress

By utilizing the varying slopes and long snow-covered trails on the morning course, improve your posture, turning rhythm, and speed control to gradually build a stable and smooth skating ability.

Skiing/Snowboarding

English Speaking

Asari Ski Resort


2026–2027 SEASON PRICE


Cost of the Chari River Skiing Course

2026–2027: The winter course is available all year round, with a single fee. The following are the costs of private Ski/Snowboard courses at Asari River Ski Resort. All prices are in Japanese yen.

Chosari River Hot Spring Ski Resort|2026–2027 Private Ski Course Price List
GUESTS 5+1 HOURS 6+1 HOURS 3 HOURS
9:00–12:00 / 13:00–16:00
1–2 Guests ¥72,000 ¥82,000 ¥49,000
3 Guests ¥80,000 ¥90,000 ¥53,000
4 Guests ¥88,000 ¥98,000 ¥57,000
5 Guests ¥96,000 ¥106,000 ¥61,000
6 Guests ¥104,000 ¥114,000 ¥65,000

BOOKING INFORMATION

Chosui River Skiing Course
Before You Book

Before booking a private ski course at Asuri River, please first understand the course fee, included items, insurance and safety arrangements, the pickup time, and the cancellation and change policies.

Lesson fees include private instruction and Japanese consumption tax. Lift passes, equipment, ski clothing, transport, meals, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.
Lunch, breaks and equipment rental assistance are included within the booked lesson time.

Snoway Academy holds third-party liability insurance with coverage up to ¥200 million. This does not replace personal travel or ski insurance. We recommend insurance that covers skiing or snowboarding. Guests with injuries, pregnancy, heart conditions or other health concerns should seek medical advice before participating.

Guests sharing a lesson should have similar ability levels. When adults, children or mixed abilities learn together, the lesson will follow the least experienced guest for safety. Each lesson covers either skiing or snowboarding. Separate instructors are required to learn both activities at the same time. Equipment rental assistance, breaks and meals are included within the booked lesson time.

If you need to cancel a confirmed lesson, please contact Snoway Academy as early as possible.
CANCELLATION POLICY

31 days or more before the lesson: 100% refund, less a 2% administration and payment processing fee
15–30 days before: 80% refund
8–14 days before: 50% refund
2–7 days before: 20% refund
Within one day, same-day cancellation or no-show: No refund

DATE CHANGES

Please contact us as early as possible. Changes depend on instructor availability, resort operations and remaining lesson spaces. Changes are not guaranteed.

Resort Closure and Force Majeure

If the course cannot be held due to the resort being closed completely, unexpected circumstances for the coach, natural disasters, or other force majeure factors, Snoway Academy will arrange to reschedule, replace the coach, replace the resort (if applicable), or refund according to the actual situation.

Refunds are returned to the original payment method. Processing times depend on the card provider or payment platform.


OTHER HOKKAIDO LOCATIONS


Explore More Hokkaido Ski Lessons

In addition to Chosui River, Snoway Academy also offers Chinese private ski lessons in Sapporo Handai, Sapporo International, Kiroro, Rutsudo, and ONZE.

Sapporo

SAPPORO TEINE

Easy access from Sapporo with wide, beginner-friendly slopes.

Explore Teine lessons →

Sapporo

SAPPORO KOKUSAI

Reliable snow and spacious slopes for building confidence.

Explore Sapporo Kokusai lessons →

KIRORO

KIRORO SNOW WORLD

Quality powder and excellent facilities for families.

VIEW KIRORO LESSONS →

RUSUTSU

Rusutsu Resort

Varied terrain ideal for families and multi-day learning.

Explore Rusutsu lessons →

Sapporo

SAPPORO TEINE

Easy access from Sapporo with wide, beginner-friendly slopes.

Explore Teine lessons →

Sapporo

SAPPORO KOKUSAI

Reliable snow and spacious slopes for building confidence.

Explore Sapporo Kokusai lessons →

kiroro

KIRORO SNOW WORLD

Quality powder and excellent facilities for families.

VIEW KIRORO LESSONS →

RUSUTSU

Rusutsu Resort

Varied terrain ideal for families and multi-day learning.

Explore Rusutsu lessons →

OTARU

ASARIGAWA ONSEN

A quiet ski resort near Otaru, ideal for beginners, families and a relaxing hot spring visit after skiing.

VIEW ASARIGAWA LESSONS →

Why Choose Snoway Academy?

Resort approval, certified instructors, insurance and the trust of 2,000+ students.

Beginner & Family-focused

Customized Lesson

Friendly, step-by-step lessons for a confident start.

Trusted by 2,000+ Students

More Than 2,000 Students

Trusted by students and families from around the world.

Your Journey Starts Here

Ready for Hokkaido?

Let us guide your first experience on snow.

Licensed in Japan

Japan-Registered School

Legally registered and operated in Japan.

Resort Official Partner

Approved Lessons

Registered for commercial instruction at the resorts, following their operating and safety requirements.

Certified Instructor Team

A Team Led by Level 3 Instructors

Our instructors hold international qualifications such as CASI and CSIA. Experienced Level 3 instructors lead the team and provide internal training to align teaching and safety standards.

Insurance

Learn with Confidence

Third-party liability insurance is included.

STUDENT STORIES · OTARU

The story of students of the Otaru and Sapporo ski course

From the first time stepping on the snow to completing the first run under the sea view and night sky. Snoway Academy accompanies each student at their own pace, leaving unforgettable ski memories in Asari River, Toya City.

FIRST TIMER

Your First Day on Snow

Learn the basics step by step and build confidence at your own pace.

First-Time Snowboarder | Private Lesson

FRIENDS

A First Challenge with Friends

Learn together and enjoy every
moment.

First-time Skiing Experience|Hong Kong Student|SKI Private Lessons

Couple

More Than Just Snow

Learning, falling and getting back up.
together

First-time Skiing Experience | Hong Kong Student | SNOWBOARD Private Lessons

ONSEN TRIP

Skiing and hot springs

After completing the first challenge on the slopes, we relaxed slowly at the Asuiri River hot spring. Skiing and soaking in the hot spring became the two most unforgettable experiences of that same day.

Beginner Snowboarders | Private Lesson

Couple

To add a piece of memory to each other

Learning to ski together in Otaru left behind a shared memory of our Hokkaido trip.

First experience|Taiwanian student|SNOWBOARD private lessons

YOUR STORY STARTS HERE

Your Story Could Be Next

Make your first Hokkaido ski holiday
unforgettable.

ASARIGAWA SKI LESSON FAQ

Chosui River Skiing Course
Frequently Asked Questions

The following summarizes common questions about the Asiri River Ski Course, Chinese ski instructors, course fees, transportation, and online reservations to help beginners and families plan their trips.

Suitable. The Asiri River Ski Resort has a beginner practice area and a magic carpet, making it convenient for beginners to practice moving on flat ground, falling down, safely stopping, and basic turns. Children's classes are arranged according to age, physical ability, and learning pace.

Yes. Snoway Academy offers Chinese, Cantonese, and English ski instruction. When booking, you can choose the language you need. We will arrange for a Shirokawa ski instructor to meet your schedule.

Yes. When booking online, you can choose between a ski board or snowboard and fill in the age, level of skiing, and course requirements of each student. The same instructor and the same class will only teach one of the two activities.

Private lessons for 1 to 2 people for the 2026–2027 snow season, half-day 3 hours from ¥49,000, 5+1 hours from ¥72,000, and 6+1 hours from ¥82,000. The actual cost will be calculated based on the course duration and the number of participants. For details, please refer to the price list on this page.

Yes. Saririkawa Ski Resort is located in Saririkawa Onsen Town, Otaru. After completing the course, you can visit the nearby Yugyo Onsen, or stay at a hot spring inn. The spa fees are not included in the ski course. Please check the operating hours and usage arrangements of each facility before departure.

It takes about 15 minutes to drive from the city center of Otaru, and about 40 minutes from the city center of Sapporo. You can also use public transportation to reach the Asari River hot spring area. The actual time may be affected by weather, road conditions, and traffic conditions; please allow plenty of time to reach the meeting point.

Throughour booking platform,Select the Asuikawa Onsen Ski Resort, Ski or Snowboard course, the date, time, and number of participants, fill out the participant information, and complete the online payment. After the system confirms it, a reservation email will be sent; if you need assistance before the reservation, please contact Contact us on WhatsApp / LINE .


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Ready to book a morning ski course at Asuikawa?

Choose Chojiri Ski Resort, the date of your lesson, and the Ski/Snowboard course, and our Chinese ski instructor will guide you through every step.

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