Situated near the majestic Hidaka mountain range, Sarabetsu Village is home to the Sarabetsu Pony Farm. Owned by horse riding instructor Michiko Harayama, the farm offers various activities such as horse riding and horse leading. In this tour, you will experience riding on a sleigh pulled by a pony across a scenic snow field. A local photographer will capture photos of you and the pony as a memento of your visit.

During clear windless winter mornings, you can sometimes see frost covering the trees at Sarabetsu Pony Farm, creating a magical scene. You will first help build a bonfire on the snow to keep yourself warm.

Now it’s time to enjoy a ride on a sleigh pulled by cute pony. Glide slowly across the snow field while admiring the surrounding snowy landscape backed by the Hidaka mountains. A photographer will also take photos of you and the pony in the middle of the magnificent scenery.

After the sleigh ride, you can give some treats to the pony as a reward. If you’re feeling cold, you can stay close to the warmth of the bonfire and enjoy a cup of hot coffee.

Note: All images are for illustration purposes only. Your actual experience may vary.

Schedule

10:00	Meetup at Sarabetsu Pony Farm
10:05	Farm introduction, bonfire making
10:30	Pony-drawn sleigh ride, pony feeding
11:00	Photoshoot with the pony
11:30	Coffee break around the bonfire
12:00	Tour finish