Terrain
Big alpine terrain to the legendary bamboo forest
Favorite Runs
Norkura, Happo-one
Elevations
300m - 2300m
Ski waist-deep powder, summit volcanoes, take a soak in the natural hot springs and enjoy great food- this is going to be a trip of a lifetime. And with the most consistent snowfall anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, if Japan is not on your ‘Bucket List,’ it should be.
Book NowWe will take in all the different backcountry options the Hakuba area offers, from the big alpine runs off Happone to the deep snow days ripping bamboo forests. The best: everything is just a short drive from your hotel.
We are heading to Japan in February for the best snow coverage, longer days and more stable weather than January. This will give us more time to ski bigger objectives.
Big alpine terrain to the legendary bamboo forest
Norkura, Happo-one
300m - 2300m
It's actually quite simply a fantasy... lots of snow… may be too much snow. Large perfect picturesque volcanoes covered in a thick blanket of blower powder. You are standing at the top. There is no rush, no powder anxiety, no lines. You and your group are the only people around, and the mountain is yours.
All participants are required to read and sign a release of liability waiver prior to their trip.
60% Tree Skiing. So bad weather is a good thing!
40% High Alpine
500-1500m of Vertical
300-2300m of Elevation Range
The Entire Hakuba valley, all 11 resorts can access the backcountry
Season - Late January/February has the best snow coverage. The days are longer and the weather is more stable than January, giving us more time to ski bigger objectives. The snow base would also be quite mature, so creeks and other early-season hazards are no longer as big an issue.
Guides - We are extremely selective of the Guides who run these trips. Guides are full ACMG Ski Guides or IFMG Mountain Guides. This means they have the training and the work experience to deliver excellent skiing while ensuring the utmost safety.
Exploration - We will ski the classic lines and local secrets. Not to mention taking in a variety of Japanese culture along the way.
It’s actually quite simply a fantasy… lots of snow… may be too much snow. Large perfect picturesque volcanoes covered in a thick blanket of blower powder. You are standing at the top. There is no rush, no powder anxiety, no lines. You and your group are the only people around, and the mountain is yours.
