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OVERVIEW
This trip is open to snowboarders too! Click here for snowboard information.
Our 2008 sessions are over, and we are working on our 2009 dates. If you would like to be informed when the dates are finalized, please email us.
Indulge your powder cravings while experiencing one of the world’s most fascinating landscapes and cultures. Japan’s resorts generally receive the most snowfall of any in the world, (the Oku-Tadamii ski area is frequently pounded with over 18 metres of snow!) yet so few foreigners experience this powder Mecca.
Starting in the high-tech world of Tokyo, we’ll head to Nagano, Hakuba and the Island of Hokkaido to experience some of the best skiing in the world. Accompanied by expert instructors and local guides you’ll experience amazing tree runs, magical backcountry tours, endless trails and an unforgettable ride in a dormant crater (if weather permits). You’ll also visit several outdoor onsen (hotsprings), experience Japan’s famous snowmonkeys, visit a renown Buddhist temple, stay in quality accommodation, and eat delicious Japanese cuisine.
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INSTRUCTION
We are dedicated to offering the highest quality ski instruction on the market. We know there are a multitude of other ski schools and instruction programs that you could choose from, but we believe that ours is unique thanks to the individual attention we give our clients and to the quality and nature of our coaches and guides. It`s also unique because rather than being confined to just one mountain resort, as most ski schools are, our Ski Japan coaching program takes place at a variety of different resorts in Japan. Presently, we do not offer telemark instruction.
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: Our Japan ski tour begins!Pick-up at Tokyo`s Narita airport. First dinner of authentic Japanese food. Check into unique Tokyo-style hotel.
DAY 2: Sights & sounds of Tokyo; Bullet train to Nagano Check out Tokyo's infamous 'Electric City'. Bullet train to Nagano. Stay in modern hotel.
DAY 3: Hit the Slopes! Ski Akakura resort for amazing powder & tree runs. Dinner & drinks in Nagano with locals. Stay in modern hotel.
DAY 4: Local's only resort & Volcano ride Head to local's-only resort with amazing freeride terrain. Optional backcountry trip to Volcano rim. Visit hot spring in evening. Stay in modern hotel.
DAY 5: Famous Temple, snow monkeys & Travel day Visit one of Japan's most famous temples. See legendary snow monkeys. Travel to our next location - Hakuba. Stay in 'powder' lodge.
DAY 6: Wide runs & Powder bowls First taste of Hakuba's awesome powder & extensive backcountry. Dinner & drinks. Stay in 'powder' lodge.
DAY 7:Backcountry tour Optional backcountry tour and more powder runs. Visit hotspring in evening. Stay in 'powder' lodge.
DAY 8: Wide runs & Powder bowls More powder runs. Farewell dinner for guests on 9-day trip. Stay in 'powder' lodge.
DAY 9: Departure for 9-day trip. 13-day trip continues
9-day tour guests take train back to Tokyo`s Narita Airport. 13-day tour guests travel onwards to Matsumoto Airport for flight to Hokkaido Island, Niseko. Stay in modern ski chalet.
DAY 10: First taste of legendary Niseko Ski Niseko - the world's greatest powder resort. Optional nighttime skiing. Stay in modern ski chalet.
DAY 11: Hike & Ski Niseko Explore more of Niseko's amazing terrain. Dinner at unique Mongolian tent restaurant. Stay in modern ski chalet.
DAY 12: Backcountry tour & hotspings Short hike followed by long backcountry run. Or, visit a nearby resort for those who prefer to stay on trails. Visit natural hotspring, followed by farewell dinner & drinks. Stay in modern ski chalet.
DAY 13: Our Japan ski tour is over Ground transport to Chitose Airport for flight back to Tokyo's Narita Airport.
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Duration9 & 13 Days
Dates| Mar |  |
Prices from| Waitlist Only | |
Skill levelInt - Adv
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Our Japan skiing holidays are ideal for those who want to experience some of the world’s best powder resorts while also enjoying the unique culture and scenery of Japan. This trip is not suitable for total beginners, but those comfortable on slopes will love this trip. Optional backcountry excursions are available for more advanced skiers.
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| » | Experience deep powder in Japan’s three best ski regions | | » | Ski inside a volcano crater & enjoy other backcountry runs | | » | Receive high quality coaching & be guided by locals who know all the ‘secret’ spots | | » | Visit outdoor hotsprings (onsen), see Japan’s snowmonkeys, a famous temple, and Tokyo’s popular `Electric Town` |
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TerrainUp to 8 different resorts, wide slopes, tree-runs, backcountry
Instructor to Guest Ratio1:6
Max Group Size
AccommodationModern hotels, a ‘powder’ lodge & modern ski chalet.
FoodAll breakfasts
Travel InfoFlight, insurance and equipment information
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Michael (Belgium), 2x returning guest: The trip was brilliant, awesome, inspirational, reviving, fun. It was absolutely the best skiing trip I`ve ever done. When I signed up I was thinking `even if half of what they claim is true, it`ll be amazing`. I was a bit scared of expecting too much and getting disappointed, but in reality it was better than anything I had hoped for. I even caught myself dreaming I was practicing a 180 and a 360.
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