For people who are venturing into the backcountry for the first time, or for experienced backcountry skiers who just want to enjoy powder snow, our backcountry tours are perfect.

We offer local backcountry guiding across the Myoko–Togakushi Renzan National Park (Madarao, Myoko, Kurohime, Izuna, Takatsuma, Tenguhara), Hiuchi, Yakeyama, Awatateyama, Shigakogen and North Shiga. No matter the weather or snow conditions, from December to May we have a special place to show you.

Ask us about one of these locations, or simply let us know your objectives (e.g. get to the best powder lines, reach a famous peak, enjoy the best views, ski inside a volcano crater,…), fitness, and experience level and we will gladly prepare a customized itinerary at no cost or obligation to you.

Safety is our top priority, and participants are required to carry avalanche safety equipment and know how to use it. Touring skis/splitboard with skins are also required to participate in this experience.

For people who are venturing into the backcountry for the first time, or for experienced backcountry skiers who just want to enjoy powder snow, our backcountry tours are perfect.

Mt. Madarao peak can be reached easily in 20-30min, sometimes even just walking through a snow path. From there, it is possible to continue skinning to Daimyojin-dake and get breathtaking views of Lake Nojiri, visit the ghost ski resort of Madarao Toyoda, or drop to finalize the day at the hot springs of Madaraoyu. For the more adventurous and not afraid of covering more uphill distances, Mt. Hakama and the ghost ski resorts of Myoko Panorama Park or Pine Valley are also good options for a full-day tour.

Safety is our top priority, and participants are required to carry avalanche safety equipment and know how to use it. Touring skis/splitboard with skins are also required to participate in this experience.

Experience the ultimate powder adventure with our Freeride Guided One-Day Tours. Our prime location in the middle of Japan’s renowned powder belt, gives us access to a variety of ski resorts with some of the deepest and most consistent snowfall in the world.

Our expert guides, with their in-depth local knowledge and avalanche safety training, will lead you through untouched lift-accessed terrain. You’ll explore pristine powder fields, open bowls, and exhilarating tree runs, ensuring an unforgettable day of skiing or snowboarding. These tours are designed for intermediate to expert riders seeking the thrill of fresh tracks and the serenity of unspoiled landscapes.

Safety is our top priority, and participants are required to carry avalanche safety equipment and know how to use it.

Experience the ultimate powder adventure with our Freeride Guided One-Day Tours at our backyard, Madarao-Tangram resort.

Our expert guides, with their in-depth local knowledge and avalanche safety training, will lead you through untouched lift-accessed terrain. You’ll explore pristine powder fields, open bowls, and exhilarating tree runs, ensuring an unforgettable day of skiing or snowboarding. These tours are designed for intermediate to expert riders seeking the thrill of fresh tracks and the serenity of unspoiled landscapes.

Safety is our top priority, and participants are required to carry avalanche safety equipment and know how to use it.

The first time you visit a ski resort may be a little intimidating, particularly when on top of not knowing the terrain/snow conditions, you are visiting a foreign country. We will tailor the ski resort tour to your needs. Whether you want just to know the best slopes, where to eat the most delicious katsukare (pork cutlet curry), or assistance on your first on-piste Japow experience, this package will get your needs covered.

The first time you visit a ski resort may be a little intimidating, particularly when on top of not knowing the terrain/snow conditions, you are visiting a foreign country. We will tailor the ski resort tour to your needs. Whether you want just to know the best slopes, where to eat the most delicious katsukare (pork cutlet curry), or assistance on your first on-piste Japow experience, this package will get your needs covered.

Our flagship ski package. Stay with us at La Colina Retreat and discover the privilege of having more than 20 ski resorts within 1h drive, and many more mountains to explore. This package caters to advanced skiers who wish to experience as much powder as possible in a variety of on-piste and off-piste terrain; or intermediate skiers and boarders who want to experience “japow” and improve their freeride technique.