Ride in Hokkaido with Top Female FWT Snowboarder in Japan (Half-day)
For a half-day come and enjoy the slopes of Hokkaido on this snowboarding trip with Wakana, a freeride world tour snowboarder and top rated female snowboarder in Japan.
Group
1/2 Day
Jan - Apr, Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Spend a half-day on the slopes of Hokkaido with Japan's top ranked female rider.
- Add some fantastic snowboarding to your visit to Hokkaido.
- Admire the gorgeous scenery of the area's collection of resorts.
Description
There is so much to see and do in Hokkaido, especially in and around the capital of Sapporo. From delicious restaurants, fun bars and relaxing hot springs, known as onsens, you will definitely have no shortage of great activities. And on this short, half-day group trip, I would like to suggest another activity: snowboarding with Japan’s top ranked rider!
Along with being the country’s top ranked rider, I am also ranked number five in the world, and a freeride world tour rider. I have snowboarded on slopes throughout Japan, and the ones in the resorts of Hokkaido are definitely some of the best. Surrounded by sensational natural scenery, don’t be surprised if in between runs you find yourself gazing at the landscape.
Because of the popularity of the resorts of Hokkaido, many of the riding areas can become crowded. But fear not because I can take you to the lesser known and subsequently less crowded spots that are every bit as excellent.
Comfortable with English and Japanese, I will offer you advice and tips whenever possible. And while this trip is not about strict instruction, I am still happy to help experienced riders get even better.
Have you ever wanted to visit Hokkaido? Then come during the winter season so you can add this half-day group riding trip to your visit. I know you’ll have a great time. So send a request and let’s ride on some of Japan’s best slopes.
If a half-day isn’t long enough for you, we can also ride together for a full day on this version of the trip.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price of lift passes is not included in the price.
Details
More info
- Please note that you will need to sign a liability waiver prior to the beginning of the trip.
- Participant will need to have appropriate insurance coverage (including skiing and snowboarding)
Also, for safety and liability reasons, we will stay within ski resort boundaries at all times.
Meeting point
About the guide
Wakana
5.0
(2)
FWT Athlete
- Snowboarder - 1st in Women's Freeride Snowboarding Japan (5th in World Ranking in 2018) - Residence: Central Hokkaido - English level: Fluent
I'm a Freeride World Tour athlete as well as a PSA professional snowboarder.
Among the achievements I'm most proud of are: - Champion of Freeride World Tour in Hakuba - 5th overall in 2018 Freeride World Tour - Champion of Freeride World Qalifier in Hakuba - 1st in Japan for Freeride World Qualifier - 2012 JSBA All Japan Snowboarding Competition SX, 1st - 2014 SAJ All Japan Ski Competition SBX, 3rd
For the winter season, I will be based in central Hokkaido. Furano, Niseko, and Zao Onsen are among my favorite resorts in Japan. I've also skied a lot in Whistler (BC, Canada) and The Remarkables in New Zealand.
I can have everyday conversations in English and am happy to ride with both skiers and snowboarders. I would just love to spend some fun time with people who love to ride!
Languages
Japanese | English
What people are saying about Wakana
Romain
I booked 2 days with Wakana and she has been a really great guide! Absolutely no regret! Wakana knows very well Hokkaido overall and will make sure to bring you to the best areas outside the slopes whether you’re a skier or snowboarder. She has been very flexible onto the organization, adjusting the tour to go to the best spots to find good snow. We were originally thinking to spend the 2 days in the Furano area but ended up going to Kamui the second day where there was finally more powder. Most importantly, she’s also a very nice person to spend time with. I definitely recommend her!
Samuel
Amazing day out with Wakana, full day of deep powder and fresh lines, found all the best spots from first lift to last, she made sure we had a great time. Really fun, highly recommend.
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