Niseko to Asahidake: Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding in Hokkaido

Join Katsuhiro, a JMGA certified mountain guide, on this exciting 6-day backcountry ski tour all over Hokkaido. Enjoy some of his secret spots away from the crowds.

Private

12 Days

Jan - Apr, Dec

High

Intermediate

Description

If you want to ski longer and explore the less accessible powder areas in Hokkaido, this trip is itinerary is for you!

Discover Hokkaido’s legendary powder and secret ski spots on this 6-day backcountry adventure. Designed for intermediate to advanced skiers, this guided tour takes you through iconic and hidden areas known only to local experts, providing a true taste of Japan’s best winter terrain.

We’ll begin our journey in the Sapporo region, steering clear of the crowded Niseko slopes and venturing into lesser-known spots with better snow and fewer people. We will base ourselves in Sapporo city where you can enjoy local culture and cuisine, before we head off to the countryside.

Our second stop of the tour is the famous Asahidake area in central Hokkaido. This inland region is known for cold temperatures and consequential ultra light powder snow – perhaps the lightest powder snow in Japan!

We will then make our way towards the very small and remote island of Rishiri, located off the northern tip of Hokkaido. This island is only 60km in circumference and, here, you will be able to experience wild backcountry skiing. There are no ski lifts, we will be skiing down towards the sea, and if we get to the summit of Mt Rishiri, we will have 360 degrees panoramic view of the surrounding sea, neighbouring Rebun island and mainland Hokkaido in the distance. Mt Rishiri’s geological features offers skiers a diversity of terrains to enjoy, from mellow open areas to steep gullies!

This tour is ideal for those ready to explore challenging slopes, with runs up to 40 degrees and tree-lined routes.

Secure your place on this extraordinary Hokkaido backcountry ski tour today!

Please contact me if you want to be a part of this adventure! You can find a complete itinerary below.

Price includes

Guiding fee

Details

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Equipment list:

-Ski gear (skies, split board, snowboard) -Skins, snowshoes -Ski boots -Sunglasses -Goggles -Gloves -Ski wear -Safety gears (beacon, probe, shovel) *The following items can be rented by prior arrangement. -Beacon, probe, shovel, backpack, snowshoes, poles

This items are not included in the price:

Accommodation for you and for the guide
Lift pass: JPY 4,000-4,500 per person / day *When there is lift usage and depending on conditions (to be paid on spot)

Previous experience: Side country ski on slope / Backcountry ski experience before

Meeting point

Sapporo

About the guide

Katsuhiro

Mountain Guide

I am a JMGA mountain and ski guide. I started guiding in Hokkaido in 2003. I mainly guide Split boarding in Niseko, Sapporo, and Asahidake areas in wintertime. And I guide Hiking and Climbing in Daisetsuzan, Shiretoko, and Rishiri in Summer time. I want to introduce nature, culture, and local food in Hokkaido.

Languages

Japanese | English

Certificates

JMGA

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