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Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido at a glance

Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido is an all-inclusive ski resort set in the heart of Mount Tomamu, in central Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island. Ski-in, ski-out, it opens onto 22 km of alpine runs and 4 freeride zones, between 586 and 1,171 metres of altitude, on very dry powder. For winter 2026-2027, it welcomes guests from December 4 to March 28. The package includes the room, meals, the bar, the lift pass and group ski lessons from age 4. With kids' clubs from age 2, family rooms of up to 72 m² and Japan's largest indoor wave pool steps away, it is the Japanese resort we recommend first to families.

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When is Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido open?

The 2026-2027 season runs from December 4 to March 28. It covers the holidays and Quebec spring break in early March, and it ends on Easter Sunday. January and February are the big powder months: it often snows overnight, and the morning runs are covered in a fresh, light layer. The holidays and Japanese New Year draw many families from across Asia, so those dates are booked early.

How do you get to Tomamu from Quebec?

You fly from Montreal, with a connection, to New Chitose airport, which serves Sapporo. From there, the coach transfer takes about 2 hours in winter. Obihiro airport, closer, is 1 hour 10 minutes away, and Tomamu station is 5 minutes from the resort, handy for travellers arriving by train after a few days in Sapporo. Starting in December 2026, a non-stop flight will also link Vancouver and Sapporo. Your advisor builds the itinerary with transfers, and our guide to travelling to Japan from Quebec helps you prepare the rest.

What is the Tomamu ski area like?

The ski area spreads over two mountains, with 22 km of alpine runs, 10 lifts and 4 freeride zones, between 586 and 1,171 metres. The 585-metre vertical can be skied in one go, often between trees heavy with frost. The wide, well-groomed runs suit intermediate skiers, while the ungroomed snow areas and the park attract the more experienced. The resort is ski-in, ski-out: you click in at the door and head to the first lift.

Why do skiers dream of Hokkaido powder?

The cold, dry air that crosses the Sea of Japan drops a very light snow on the island, known here as "Japow." It lifts in a cloud with every turn and forgives falls. In the centre of the island, far from the coast, Tomamu gets especially dry snow, and mornings are often below -10 °C. A good goggle, a neck warmer and warm base layers make all the difference.

Are ski lessons included at Club Med Tomamu?

Yes. Group ski lessons are included from age 4, for all levels, and snowboarding starts at age 8. Instructors teach in English or Japanese, and groups are formed by level. The lift pass is included. Ski, boot and helmet rental is extra: your advisor can book it ahead so your equipment is ready when you arrive.

Is Club Med Tomamu good for families?

It is its great strength. Petit Club Med welcomes children aged 2 and 3, at extra cost and by reservation. Mini Club Med takes over from 4 to 10, then a club brings together ages 11 to 17, included in the package. The Pyjamas Club, for ages 2 to 10, lets parents enjoy a quiet dinner. And the resort is part of the large Tomamu complex, where children find plenty to fill every late afternoon.

What is there to do in Tomamu besides skiing?

Mina Mina Beach is the kids' favourite moment: it is Japan's largest indoor wave pool, 30 m by 80 m, where the water stays above 30 °C while it snows outside. Access is free for resort guests. From late December to early March, the Ice Village lines up eleven ice domes, with a bar and shops, in temperatures that sometimes drop to -30 °C. The Terrace of Frosted Trees, at 1,088 metres, looks out over peaks white with hoarfrost. The Ice Village and some outings, such as snowmobiling or a Japanese cooking class, are extra or on request.

What is the food like at Club Med Tomamu?

The main restaurant, Itara, serves a large buffet blending Japanese cuisine with more familiar dishes for children. Haku, the specialty restaurant, is devoted to yakiniku, the Japanese barbecue you cook yourself at the table. For bars, the Unkai Bar is the heart of après-ski, the whisky bar showcases the country's distilleries, and The Nest serves its included menu from 4 to 8 p.m. to guests 15 and over. To learn more, read our article on Japanese whisky distilleries.

Which room should you choose at Club Med Tomamu?

The resort has 341 rooms, all spacious. Superior rooms range from 38 to 64 m² and sleep up to five. The Deluxe, 38 m², suits a couple or three people. The suites, 55 to 72 m², including a duplex family suite, are ideal for a family of five who want two separate spaces. If you are travelling with toddlers, your advisor picks the layout that leaves room for the crib.

Tomamu, Sahoro or Kiroro: which one should you choose?

Hokkaido has four Club Med ski resorts. Tomamu is the largest and the most family-oriented. Sahoro, on the Tokachi plain, is more intimate. Kiroro Grand near Otaru, is designed for families, and Kiroro Peak, its Exclusive Collection neighbour, welcomes guests 12 and over. See all our Club Med ski resorts and our Club Med resorts in Asia.

Why book your Club Med Tomamu with an AquaTerra advisor?

A ski trip to Japan takes planning: connecting flights, arrival at New Chitose, equipment rental, and often a few days in Tokyo or Kyoto on the way. Voyages Synergia received the Club Med Excellence Award 2025, and our specialists put it all together in a single booking. We can also extend your stay with a guided trip to Japan.

Call 1-866-628-6241. You will reach someone who knows these resorts and has time for you. We look together at what is available on your dates, we choose the right resort, and we stay on the line throughout your stay. That is the difference between booking alone in front of a screen and travelling with someone behind you.

  • Skier in front of the snowy mountains of Tomamu, Hokkaido

    Skier in front of the snowy mountains of Tomamu, Hokkaido

  • Large indoor wave pool at Tomamu

    Large indoor wave pool at Tomamu

  • Family room at Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

    Family room at Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

  • Japanese chef at the counter at Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

    Japanese chef at the counter at Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

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Frequently Asked Questions

The resort's clubs start at age 2 with Petit Club Med, at extra cost and by reservation. Families with a baby can still stay at the resort: your advisor checks with you the services available on your dates, such as a crib, and the most practical room for organizing naps.
Yes, Tomamu is in central Hokkaido, and the cold is dry. Mornings are often below -10 °C, and some January nights drop much lower. That cold is what keeps the powder so light. Pack wool layers, warm mittens, goggles and a neck warmer, and you ski in full comfort.
It is a small village of ice domes built each winter within the Tomamu complex, with an ice bar, shops and activities. For 2026-2027, it is planned from December 20 to March 10. Access is extra. Most people go in the evening, when the domes are lit up.
Canadians can stay in Japan as tourists for up to 90 days without a visa, with a passport valid for the entire trip. Your advisor reminds you of the current formalities before departure, including the arrival declarations to fill in online.
In winter, Japan is 14 hours ahead of Quebec. You often arrive the day after you leave, a little tired. Many of our clients stop for two or three nights in Tokyo or Sapporo before heading up to Tomamu, so they are fresh from the first ski day.
Yes, Quebec spring break, in early March, falls in the middle of the season, between December 4 and March 28. The snow is still plentiful and the days are getting longer. Those weeks book early, especially family suites and Petit Club Med spots.
Given the distance, we recommend at least 7 nights at the resort, and often 10 or more with a stopover in Tokyo, Kyoto or Sapporo. A full week gives you time to enjoy the powder, Mina Mina Beach and the Ice Village without rushing.
In Japan, service comes without tipping, and Club Med already works on an all-inclusive basis: meals, bar drinks and included activities are paid in advance. A kind word to your child's instructor or to the restaurant team is always appreciated.
Yes. You can continue to another Hokkaido resort, such as Kiroro, or save the sunshine for another trip to Club Med Kabira Ishigaki, on a subtropical island in the south of the country. Your advisor checks the opening dates and plans the journey between the two.
Yes, snowmobiling is one of the activities offered on request, at extra cost, along with guided hikes, excursions and the Japanese cooking class. You book them at the activities desk once there, or ahead with your advisor for busy weeks.
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