CIRCLE GAME was born with four ideas in mind
Based in Sapporo, Hokkaido, they offer a wide range of seasonal mountain experiences, from snowshoe hiking in the snow season to backcountry skiing. They also offer guide services for leisurely flower trekking and mountain traverses in the green season
The name "CIRCLE GAME" comes from the four thoughts of the group's founder, Shohei Sasaki, starting with the four "Cs." In pursuit of these Cs and valuing the importance of having fun, the group tours privately with guests
Circle of Seasons: We want to propose mountain trips that are in harmony with the changing seasons.
Circle of Water: We want to feel closer to the cycle of life and the water that sustains life in the field of mountains
. Circle of Friends: Mountains bring wonderful encounters. Let's feel the happiness of having friends.
Circle the Globe: The joy of enjoying the mountains is universal. If you have the physical strength, skills, and the desire to climb and ski, you can play and challenge yourself on any mountain in the world. Let's fully enjoy the wonders of the mountains.
Private guiding tailored to the guest's wishes
CIRCLE GAME guideservice's guiding style is based on private guiding. They plan routes, dates, and group sizes according to the guest's wishes. It all starts with an inquiry.
The process from inquiry to departure is as follows: ① Request the number of people, dates, route, and mountain area → ② Create an original plan → ③ Create a summary and calculate the price → ④ Apply → ⑤ Final confirmation → ⑥ Departure
The fee is the total of the guide fee, options, and miscellaneous guide expenses. For group bookings, the fee per person is the total amount divided by the number of participants
| 1 person | 2 people (per person) | 3 people (per person) | 4 people (per person) | 5 or more people (per person) | |
| BC Ski Weekdays | 30,000 yen | 30,000 yen (15,000 yen) | 39,000 yen (13,000 yen) | 52,000 yen (13,000 yen) | 60,000 yen (12,000 yen) |
| BC Skiing Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays | 40,000 yen | 40,000 yen (20,000 yen) | 45,000 yen (15,000 yen) | 60,000 yen (12,000 yen) | 70,000 yen (14,000 yen) |
*The above guide fee is the basic rate per day. Additional charges may apply depending on the difficulty of the route.
*The guide ratio varies depending on the route.
representative
Shohei Sasaki
[Profile]
Born in Nanae-cho, Hokkaido. While in university, he was captivated by the powder snow in the Asahikawa area and entered the world of mountains. After graduation, he trained as a guide at Alpine Guide Nomad, a long-established guide company in Sapporo, and Rishiri Nature Guide Service, before establishing "CIRCLE GAME GUIDE SERVICE" in 2019.
[Qualifications, etc.]
・JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II
・JMGA Ski Guide Stage II
*JMGA...Japan Mountain Guide Association
Guide Area
| Main guide area | Around Sapporo, around Asahikawa, Mount Rishiri |
| Other areas | Anywhere in the country upon request |
| Representative name (guide qualification) | Shohei Sasaki (JMGA Mountaineering Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Main guide name (guide qualification) | Shohei Sasaki (JMGA Mountaineering Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Number of guides | 1 full-time employee (1 qualified employee) |
| Guide Ratio | 1 guide: 6 guests |
| Percentage of guests | Skiing and snowboarding (8:2) / Men and women (7:3) |
rental
| Snow Safety Gear | Beacon Probe Shovel (Available/Paid) |
| backpack | Something that can be fitted with boards (available/charged) |
| Skiing | Skis with touring bindings (none) |
| Snowboarding | Splitboard Bindings and stickers included (None) Powder board (None) |
| Climbing gear | Climbing skins (not included) / Snowshoes (included/fees apply) |
Fee
| BC weekdays | 30,000 yen (1 person), 30,000 yen (2 people / 15,000 yen per person), 39,000 yen (3 people / 13,000 yen per person) |
| BC Weekends and Holidays | 40,000 yen (1 person), 40,000 yen (2 people / 20,000 yen per person), 45,000 yen (3 people / 15,000 yen per person) |
| Custom-made tours | Planning the route, schedule, and number of guests according to their wishes |
The actual tour content
| beginner | BC experience | Advanced | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity time | About 4 hours | About 5 hours | About 6 hours |
| Cumulative elevation gain |
300~400m | 500~600m | 700~1700m |
| Average hiking time |
0~3 hours | Approximately 2 to 5 hours | About 5~8 hours |
| Slope Contents | Open and tree runs | Open and tree runs | Please consult |
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address
- Sapporo, Hokkaido
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Social Media
*The information posted is current as of August 2025
