Onuma Hakodate Snow and Ice Festival

Festival highlights

The main highlight is a jumbo slide about 20 meters long, made from natural ice cut from frozen Lake Onuma.

The venue features snow sculptures made by local elementary and junior high school students, as well as ice sculptures by the Hakodate Ice Carving Club.

There is also a play area for young children and a mini slide, so visitors can play while admiring the snow and ice creations.

On clear days, you can also see snow-covered Mount Komagatake.

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Enjoy winter fun on snow and ice in Onuma, with views of Mount Komagatake

What to expect

Visitors can enjoy the feel of snow and ice on the jumbo and mini slides, and walk around the venue to see the snow sculptures and ice-carving works.

Children can play on the snow hill, while winter activities such as smelt fishing, snowmobiling, and sled tours are also available around the venue.

For a break, enjoy food-stall favorites such as oden and yakitori.

Onuma Marche is also held at the Onuma Fujinkai Hall in front of the station.

How to take part

Visitors can enjoy activities such as the giant slide, mini slides and snow hills.

The event includes hands-on activities, which are listed as not requiring reservations.

According to the 2026 information, there was no capacity limit or participation requirement, and admission was free.

If you plan to use the slides, waterproof winter clothing and gloves are recommended.

Advance reservations are not required for general admission.

Once you arrive, you can view the snow and ice sculptures and enjoy activities such as the slides and snow hill.

Some experiences are listed separately as winter activities around the venue.

Please follow the event information available at the time for details on registration and the requirements for individual activities.

Location and access

Venue and address

Onuma Park Plaza / Onuma-cho, Nanae, Kameda District, Hokkaido

Train and bus

About a 5-minute walk from JR Onuma Koen Station.

From Hakodate Station, take the JR train to Onuma Koen Station, then walk to the venue.

By car

About 35 minutes from Hakodate Station by car.

Parking

Free parking available.

Address Onuma-cho, Nanae, Kameda District, Hokkaido

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

In 2026, the event ran from February 7 (Saturday) to February 8 (Sunday), from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

It is generally held on a weekend in early February.

According to the 2026 event information, the event has ended.

Accommodation and hotels PR

Tips for your visit

As the venue is a place to play on snow and ice, waterproof winter clothing and gloves are recommended.

Visitors are advised that their bottoms and hands can get cold on the slides.

As this is a winter outdoor event, warm clothing is essential when viewing the snow and ice sculptures.

Weather conditions may affect the visibility of Mount Komagatake and the conditions for outdoor activities.

Nearby attractions

Nearby attractions include Onuma Quasi-National Park, Onuma Pleasure Boat, and the Onuma-Konuma Lakeside Walking Trail.

In winter, Onuma also offers smelt fishing, snowmobiling, and sled tours.

You can plan an itinerary that combines the festival’s snowy and icy scenery with visits to Onuma’s lakeside and natural surroundings.

Origins and History of Onuma Hakodate Snow and Ice Festival

The Onuma Hakodate Snow and Ice Festival began in Showa 40 to commemorate Hakodate, Nanae (Onuma), Matsumae, and Esashi being designated as an international sightseeing route in Showa 39.

Since then, the jumbo slide made with ice from Lake Onuma has become a symbol of the festival.

Snow sculptures by local elementary and junior high school students and ice sculptures by the Hakodate Ice Carving Club are also enduring highlights.

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Official information

For inquiries about the event, contact the Nanae Onuma International Tourism and Convention Association.

The phone number is 0138-67-3020.

“Onumappu” is listed as the official website.

Onuma Hakodate Snow and Ice Festival at a Glance

The Onuma Hakodate Snow and Ice Festival is a winter festival where visitors can experience snow and ice at Onuma Park Plaza in Nanae.

Visitors can enjoy a jumbo slide about 20 meters long made from natural ice, snow and ice sculptures, and a snow hill for children.

Food stalls and Onuma Marche are also nearby, making it easy to combine the event with a winter visit to Onuma.