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Best Family Friendly Ski Resorts in Japan

Posted on June 3, 2025June 4, 2025

Planning a ski trip to Japan can feel overwhelming—add kids into the mix, and it might seem impossible. Even though Japan is a safe and organized country, the language barrier,…

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Why Japan Should be Your School’s Next Ski Trip Destination

Posted on May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

School ski trips offer students a unique blend of physical activity, personal development, and cultural immersion. Traditionally, Japanese schools across the country have long included ski trips in their curriculum,…

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Weather Forecast for Japan’s 2025 – 2026 Snow Season

Posted on May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

After a great 2024–2025 snow season in Japan with above-average snowfall—thanks in part to La Niña—winter sports enthusiasts around the globe are now wondering: what will next season bring? Will…

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Renting a car in Japan during snow season.

Posted on April 22, 2025May 13, 2025

Japan’s public transportation system is world-class. You can take a bus from Narita or Haneda airports straight to the slopes, or hop on a high-speed Shinkansen train from Tokyo that…

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Spring skiing in Japan

Posted on March 18, 2025May 11, 2025

While the bulk of international skiers and snowboarders visit during January and February, March is often a great month to chase powder without the crowds. It offers excellent skiing conditions…

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Madarao’s self-guided snowshoe trails

Posted on February 13, 2025May 11, 2025

Explore Madarao’s serene, snow-covered forests and frozen landscapes with self-guided snowshoeing trails that offer a refreshing escape from the crowds. Located in northern Nagano Prefecture, Madarao is part of Japan’s…

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The Ultimate Madarao Backcountry Guide

Posted on January 20, 2025May 9, 2025

Madarao Mountain Resort and Tangram Ski Circus are two interconnected ski resorts sharing part of Mt. Madarao (1,382m). With over 60% of ungroomed runs, purpose-designed tree lines within the resort,…

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Introducing Japan’s Largest Skiable Domain

Posted on December 20, 2024December 20, 2024

In the heart of Japan’s legendary snow country (Yukiguni), the Madarao and Myoko areas stand out as top destinations for winter sports enthusiasts. These neighboring regions receive an abundant snowfall…

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The Best Months for Skiing in Japan

Posted on November 23, 2024March 18, 2025

Planning your ski trip to Japan depends on what you’re looking for—whether it’s the deepest powder, quieter slopes, or family-friendly conditions. Unlike most places in the world, Japan experiences consistent…

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Japanese Ski Resorts Covered by Global Ski Passes

Posted on November 16, 2024November 16, 2024

If you’re planning a ski trip to Japan and have a global ski pass like Ikon Pass, Indy Pass, Epic Pass, or Mountain Collective, you’re in luck! Several popular Japanese…

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  • Weather Forecast for Japan’s 2025 – 2026 Snow Season
  • Renting a car in Japan during snow season.
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