Private Helicopter Transfer Service Launched: From New Chitose Airport to Shinhidaka, Hokkaido in Just 20 Minutes During Racehorse Sales!

Reducing travel time from 2 hours by car to just 20 minutes.

PrivateSky Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Kazuma Nakamura) is launching a private helicopter transfer service connecting New Chitose Airport and Shinhidaka Town in Hokkaido.

This new aerial mobility service significantly improves access to Shinhidaka Town, one of Japan’s leading thoroughbred breeding regions, and is available for a wide range of purposes including tourism, business, golf, ranch tours, and attendance at the Hokkaido Breeding Association (HBA) auctions.

Scheduled Operation Period in 2026

JBBA Selection Sale: July 20 (Mon) – 21 (Tue), 2026

HBA Summer Sale: August 17 (Mon) – 21 (Fri), 2026

HBA September Sale: September 14 (Mon) – 17 (Thu), 2026

Journey from Boarding to Arrival

① Arrival at New Chitose Airport Terminal Our staff will greet you.

② Transfer by dedicated vehicle to New Chitose Helipad (approx. 10 minutes) You will be escorted by a dedicated vehicle from the terminal to the helipad.

③ Helicopter flight to Shinhidaka Town (Shizunai Helipad) (approx. 20 minutes) Enjoy a comfortable aerial journey with panoramic views of Hokkaido’s magnificent landscapes.

④ After arrival at Shizunai Helipad, transfer to your destination (approx. 3 minutes) We will take you to your specified location, such as the racehorse auction venue, ranch, or hotel.

*Due to high demand from domestic and international horse racing professionals during sale periods, early reservations are highly recommended.

Purpose and Background of the Service

“Making time more valuable.” Introducing a new way to travel in Hokkaido.

Shinhidaka Town in Hokkaido is renowned as one of Japan’s top thoroughbred production areas, attracting horse industry professionals from around the world. It also boasts stunning natural scenery, beautiful coastlines, and a rich culinary culture, making it a highly attractive tourist destination.

However, the journey from New Chitose Airport to Shinhidaka Town takes approximately 2 hours by car, significantly impacting travel and business schedules.

PrivateSky aims to transform this travel time into a more valuable experience by reducing it to just 20 minutes, thereby enhancing the overall quality of stay in Hokkaido. This service is designed to provide premium mobility solutions for diverse needs, including ranch inspections, market visits, tourism, golf, resort stays, and corporate visits.

Service Details

· Flight duration: Approximately 20 minutes · Operation type: Full charter (exclusive use) · Capacity: Up to 3 passengers · Departure points: New Chitose Airport or Sapporo Airfield (Okadama Airport) · Arrival point: Shinhidaka Town Helipad · Operating hours: 8:00 – 18:00 · For departures before 9:00, please contact us in advance.

Service Pricing

[New Chitose Airport ⇔ Shinhidaka Town]

One-way: 198,000 JPY

Round-trip: 300,000 JPY

[Sapporo Airfield (Okadama Airport) ⇔ Shinhidaka Town]

One-way: 264,000 JPY

Round-trip: 396,000 JPY

Cancellation Policy

30 days or more before: Free

20 days or more before: 10% of service fee

10 days or more before: 50% of service fee

Within 5 days: 100% of service fee

Further details will be provided at the time of booking.

Future Developments

PrivateSky aims to establish premium air mobility in Hokkaido through this service and further expand helicopter and private jet transfer services to other attractive destinations across Japan, including tourist spots, resorts, golf courses, hot springs, and remote islands.

“Travel is not just the time spent getting to a destination—it is part of the journey itself.”

Guided by this philosophy, PrivateSky will continue to deliver new value to each customer’s precious time and evolve Japan’s air transportation into a more comfortable and flexible experience.

Company Overview Company Name: PrivateSky Co., Ltd. Headquarters: 7F, Hulic Ginza Ichome Showa-dori Building, 1-15-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Representative: Kazuma Nakamura, President & CEO Founded: June 2016 Business: Air transportation agency services and all related operations

TEL: 03-4446-6125 (Business hours: Weekdays 9:00–18:00)

E-mail: reservation@privatesky.co.jp

Website: https://tour.privatesky.co.jp/tours/new-chitose-airport-shinhidaka-helicopter-transfer

Comment from the Responsible Officer

PrivateSky Co., Ltd. Operations Manager: Kenji Ito

I completed fixed-wing aircraft flight training in the United States and hold an FAA commercial pilot license. Leveraging my aviation expertise, I support helicopter and private jet operations and provide customized travel plans tailored to each client. As a new service connecting Hokkaido’s racehorse industry with aviation, our goal is to reduce travel time and enhance the quality of stay for our customers.