Ready to make your first tracks in Japan’s famous powder snow? This one-day tour is perfect for skiers and snowboarders eager to experience powder for the first time. With guidance from expert instructors and powder-specific gear, you’ll learn the essentials of riding on soft, deep snow.

Our one-day ski tour is perfect for skiers or snowboarders staying at a Nagano resort who want to experience that powder snow all people is talking about.

Looking for an unforgettable ski experience in Nagano? Our one-day ski tour is perfect for skiers or snowboarders staying at a Nagano ski resort who want to venture beyond their home base for one day. With over 20 resorts to choose from, discover the diversity of terrain and natural snow that this incredible region has to offer.

Explore the unique and culturally rich experience of visiting the snow monkeys of Jigokudani, combined with a visit to the historic hot spring town of Shibu Onsen. End the day by watching the sunset from Sora Terrace, situated at 1,770 meters and accessed by one of the largest ropeways in the world. Sora Terrace offers panoramic views of the Nagano mountains and is one of the few places where you can witness the “sea of clouds.” This tour provides a deep dive into the significance of onsen in Japanese culture and offers ample opportunities for outdoor photography, walking, and exploration.

Japan is one of the most mountainous countries in the world, and over centuries, its inhabitants have developed a holistic relationship with these mountains known as satoyama—a sustainable way of life that balances the needs of people living in the valleys with the natural environment of the surrounding mountains. Traveling the long routes of Japan is a unique experience that combines nature, culture, and history, along with magical encounters with the people who live along the trail.

The Shin-etsu Trail, located on the border between Nagano and Niigata prefectures, is Japan’s premier long trail—a 110-kilometer journey that starts at the peak of Mt. Madarao and connects various villages, forests, and peaks along the Sekida Mountains, culminating at Mt. Naeba in the Echigo-Yuzawa region. Along the way, you’ll discover Japanese nature, history, and culture, while enjoying fantastic woodland and mountaintop views.

This is the ultimate ski trip experience in Japan, known for its remoteness and the harsh, windy, and icy conditions. The best time to attempt it is from March, when the weather improves just enough to make the adventure feasible. Those bold enough to take on this challenge will be rewarded with excellent snow and an array of gullies and couloirs to explore.

Before taking the ferry to Rishiri for two days of intense backcountry riding, we’ll spend a couple of days warming up in the Hokkaido Powder Belt, including sessions at Daisetsuzan National Park and the Teshio mountain range.

This trip is designed for intermediate to advanced backcountry skiers who are experienced in navigating avalanche terrain and seek to immerse themselves in the wilderness and remoteness of nearly untouched Hokkaido slopes.

One of the most unique and rewarding snow adventures our area has to offer. Ski tour up to four dormant and not-so-dormant volcanoes over 2,000m, with access to some of the best above-treeline skiing in Japan. Experience fluffy pow inside the craters as you get yourself surrounded by white walls.

The variety of mountains offers opportunities from all ski levels. Some can be lift-accessed, and there is also an opportunity for multi-day hut-to-hut traverse. This trip also includes a one free lift ticket for Madarao Mountain to use at your convenience.

There is a saying that says: “backcountry skiing in Japan starts and ends in Tatayema”. Nestled in the heart of Japan’s Northern Alps, Tateyama offers a unique and unparalleled experience for those looking to escape the crowds and immerse themselves in the serene beauty of untouched snow-covered landscapes. With its towering peaks of more than 2,500m, pristine powder, and a rich mountain lodge and hot springs heritage, Tateyama beckons skiers to explore the backcountry like never before. Join us as we embark on an unforgettable journey into the untamed wilderness of Tateyama, where the silence of the mountains is broken only by the swish of your skis and the rhythm of your heartbeat.

Tateyama offers a wide range of terrain for backcountry skiing, from mellow runs to steep alpine descents. Whether you’re an experienced backcountry enthusiast or a novice looking to explore the wilderness, there are options for everyone.

The Hokkaido Powder Belt not only has the most coveted ski areas for finding the elusive champagne powder snow, it is also the area to escape from the crowds of Niseko and Rusutsu, and have an authentic experience chasing pow.

Conveniently based in Asahikawa or Furano, each day you will visit a different ski resort based on the best conditions of the day, including the unique ropeway-accessed resort of Kurodake in the Daisetsuzan National Park if the conditions are favorable.

This trip caters to beginner to advanced skiers who wish to experience Hokkaido in a different way, with quality on-piste and lift-accessed off-piste terrain.

Discover Hokkaido’s Premier Ski Resorts: A Powder Lover’s Dream.

Experience the ultimate ski adventure in Hokkaido’s most popular area, where world-renowned ski resorts like Niseko, Rusutsu, Kiroro, Sapporo Teine, Otaru Tenguyama, and Sapporo Kokusai await. Each resort boasts its own unique charm, offering diverse terrains, abundant powder, and stunning landscapes that promise an unforgettable skiing experience.

For the passionate Japow lover on a relentless quest for the finest powder, Tohoku emerges as a dream destination. Tucked away in the northern reaches of Honshu, Tohoku is a paradise where pristine slopes, consistent snowfall, low temperatures, and untouched powder await your discovery. This region, often overshadowed by more famous Japanese ski areas, offers an exclusive, uncrowded experience, perfect for those seeking fresh tracks and unspoiled terrain.