Visnow OTARU
Hokkaido
Official School
Sea View
Affordable
Visnow Ski School is an officially partnered ski school of ONZE Otaru. Courses are taught by internationally certified ski instructors. Whether you are an adult or a child, we prioritize patient guidance and safety, using internationally standardized teaching frameworks.
Location
Otaru Ski Resort
Type
Snowboard・Ski
Operation
~Mid Dec till Mid Mar
Fee Includes
Private Coaching, Basic Photography
Suitable
3 yo+ (5 yo+ for snowboarder)
Fee Excludes
Equipment, Lift Pass
Price list
5-hr Teaching (9:30am-3:30pm)
Suitable for those who want to glide for the whole day.
Peak：Dec 15-Jan 11, Feb 3-14
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4-hr Teaching (9:30am-1:30pm)
Suitable for those who want to spend half day on the snow.
Little breaks will be arranged, lunch after lesson.
Peak：Dec 15-Jan 11, Feb 3-14
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加購項目1
Professional Photography
Professional photography by Hokkaido-based VISOUL, offering individual, couple, and family shoots with expert posing and styling guidance.
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Option 1｜Ski & Snowboard Photoshoot｜Exclusive to Visnow guests
45 minutes · JPY 30,000 per group
Option 2｜Snow Portrait Photoshoot｜Open to everyone
1.5 hours · JPY 50,000 for 2 adults + 2 children (+JPY 8,000/ person)
Add-on Service 2
Adult Stylish Snowwear Rental
Stand out on the slopes with our stylish pastel snowwear, selected for warmth and picture-perfect colours.
Visnow guests only｜¥6,000 per person, per lesson
Women: S–M · Men: M–XL
加購項目 3
Fun Helmet Cover Rental
Add a playful touch to your ski look with our fun character helmet covers—perfect for kids and adults, and extra cute in photos.
Visnow guests only｜¥1,500 per person, per lesson
Add-on Service 4
Communication Helmet Rental
Stay connected on the slopes with our Cardo-equipped helmets. Hear clear, real-time instructions from your instructor while staying connected with friends and family in your group—no stopping or shouting needed for a safer, smoother, and more enjoyable experience.
Visnow Guests｜JPY 6,000 per person, per lesson
Bring Your Own Cardo Devices｜JPY 5,000 per group, per lesson
Add-on Service 5
Lesson Flexi Cover
Plans can change. Add Lesson Flexi Cover to your booking for extra flexibility and peace of mind. Cancel 7 days or more before your lesson with no cancellation charge, so you can plan your trip with confidence.
Visnow Guests｜JPY 8,000 per group, per lesson
＊ 2% handling fee applies to all refunds.
Must Know
Please rent your equipment from the resort's official rental shop, where the staff will prepare the appropriate equipment according to your size. There is no need to select the equipment yourself.
Before the lesson, your Visnow instructor will help ensure that your equipment is fitted correctly, so you can start your lesson safely and comfortably.
Please note: A ski/snowboard helmet is mandatory for all participants.
Itinerary
Book online or
Contact our CS
Before Lesson
Rent your gear
9:30am
Meet up with your instructor
9:30am-12:30pm
AM Session
Break
1:30pm-3:30pm
PM Session
After Lesson
Return your gear
小樽
Otaru
Visnow, official partner of Onze Snow Cruise
SNOW CRUISE ONZE is conveniently located between Otaru and Sapporo, offering beautiful views of Ishikari Bay. One of the few ski resorts in Hokkaido with ocean views, it's perfect for beginners, families, and visitors looking for an easy day trip. The resort also features excellent night skiing.
Average snowfall: approximately 5 meters
Elevation: 268 meters
Number of slides: 11
Why Visnow
Why Visnow
International Certification
Our coaching team is led by SBINZ Level 3 top certified trainers and brings together professional instructors with international ski instructor licenses and legal working qualifications to provide high-quality and systematic instruction for both snowboards and skis.
Official Partner
Visnow is officially authorized by Otaru OTARU Ski Resort to provide ski instruction services. If a course is terminated by the ski resort due to login qualification issues, we will provide 100% compensation to fully protect the rights and interests of our students.
Multilingual Teaching
Learn to ski in your native language for more accurate understanding and more efficient progress. Our instructors come from Chinese and English-speaking countries, creating a smooth, safe, and high-quality learning experience.
Portrait Photographt
We offer basic phone and professional photography packages: instructors shoot in a safe environment and provide video analysis; or professional photographers shoot to capture higher-quality snow footage.
Conservation Support
A portion of Visnow's annual revenue is donated to moreTrees, the forest conservation organization founded by legendary musician Ryuichi Sakamoto. Every lesson you book with Visnow helps support a greener future.
Our Trainer
School trainer qualifications
Bryn is an SBINZ (Snowboard Instructors of New Zealand) Level 3 certified instructor. SBINZ instructors who can reach Level 3 and higher are among the few in the world, which means that they have reached strict standards in snowboarding techniques, teaching ability and professional assessment.
In addition to the New Zealand system, Bryn has also participated in CASI training, becoming familiar with both the Canadian and New Zealand international teaching systems. This allows him to integrate the strengths of different systems and establish a more comprehensive and efficient teaching approach.
As a training officer at Visnow School, Bryn is responsible for setting teaching standards and instructor training systems. She also directly participates in instructor training and internal assessments, continuously monitoring teaching quality to ensure that every instructor maintains a consistent and high level of professional performance, providing students with a safe, systematic, and trustworthy skiing learning experience.
What They Say
The instructor led a class of one adult and one child, teaching in a simple and easy-to-understand way, which made the child love skiing. Visnow also offers professional photography services. I think it will be the best memory of a family ski trip. It's fantastic!
Shawn W
My wife and I had our first skiing experience in Hokkaido. The instructor and photographer were amazing—professional and incredibly patient. Although my wife wasn't quite keeping up, the instructor patiently guided her and offered encouragement. The photoshoot wasn't just about taking pictures; he also guided me down the slope and provided suggestions and better directions for each fall.
Xu Cheng
Thank you, teacher, for your careful and patient teaching, providing many methods for practice and application, which has enriched my experience and knowledge. I really enjoy it.
Fang Yuting
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