If you’ve been dreaming of trading groomed slopes for powder, why not do it in Japan? For those who crave something more personal than the standard ski package, this intimate week-long retreat in Myoko is it! Come stay at our stylish mountain lodge built for riders who appreciate good vibes, a relaxed approach to learning, and an authentic experience. With everything organized for you—including daily transfers, chef-prepared meals, onsen visits, and curated cultural experiences—you’re in for a carefree treat. From Myoko’s famous sidecountry to hidden stashes at nearby resorts, you’ll leave with better skills, a better understanding of the mountains, and a few new friends to ride with next time.
These Myoko ski holidays are the perfect chance to swap groomers for Japan’s legendary powder in a supportive, small-group setting. This isn’t ski school, but it’s not an extreme backcountry mission either—it’s the sweet spot in between. With expert local guides leading the way, you’ll build real confidence in trees, sidecountry, and deeper snow while still keeping it fun and relaxed. Days are spent chasing the best lines, evenings are for onsen soaks, chef-prepared meals, and connecting with new friends at our cozy lodge.
Upon arrival at Myoko-Kogen Station, you’ll be greeted and transferred to the lodge, where you can settle into your room, explore the property, and enjoy a welcome drink while meeting your hosts. The evening begins with a chef-prepared seasonal Japanese dinner served in-house, followed by a relaxed orientation that includes a safety briefing and gear check to get you ready for the adventure ahead.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Boutique mountain lodge
In the morning, we’ll ease in with warm-up laps at Akakura Kanko or Suginohara, focusing on stance, balance, and the fundamentals of powder technique, with personal coaching both on and just off the groomers. The afternoon takes us to mellow off-piste terrain, where the group splits into two based on skill level for more tailored progression. In the evening, enjoy dinner at a local izakaya (transport included) and, if you’d like, a relaxing soak at an onsen.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Boutique mountain lodge
We’ll spend the day riding lift-accessed sidecountry lines at Ikenotaira or Seki Onsen, with coaching on tree spacing, powder turns, and safe group movement, plus an intro to avalanche awareness that covers basic concepts and terrain choices. In the evening, enjoy a chef-prepared dinner back at the lodge, paired with wine or sake, before gathering fireside for a relaxed recap and planning the next day’s adventure.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Boutique mountain lodge
In the morning, we’ll head wherever the snow is best, focusing on advanced powder skills like edge control and smooth turn linking. After lunch, there’s the option for a short bootpack to a hidden zone, with guide feedback and video analysis if conditions allow. Dinner will be at a favorite local spot chosen by the group, followed by a cozy fireside recap and terrain planning for the next day over wine or hot chocolate.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Boutique mountain lodge
From morning to afternoon, guests help choose the terrain—whether pushing comfort zones or revisiting favorite zones from earlier in the week—with the goal of building independence and confidence off-piste. In the evening, we’ll gather for a final in-house dinner celebration, complete with good wine, photo sharing, and plenty of stories to wrap up the week.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Boutique mountain lodge
On the final day, you can choose your own pace: either squeeze in some early groomer and sidecountry laps before departure, or take it slow with a relaxing onsen visit, a bit of local shopping, and time to pack up before heading out by mid-day.
Meals: Breakfast
Flexibility is at the heart of this trip—weather and snow conditions set the pace, and the plan shifts daily to keep things both fun and safe. Groups are split by ability and energy so no one feels left behind or held back. Coaching is ongoing, too—whether carving on-piste or exploring sidecountry, guides provide tips and feedback throughout the week.
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These Myoko ski holidays are designed for confident resort skiers who’ve been waiting for a chance to ride powder and go off-piste! This isn’t a ski school, but it’s not a super advanced backcountry ski trip either.
This week has been created for people who are ready to build off-piste confidence the right way. It’s a fully guided and hosted adventure focused on real progress and good times. You can expect a supportive environment where you’ll learn to ride powder, read terrain, make smart line choices, and get more comfortable in deeper snow and varied conditions.
The snow is deep and it might get a little daunting at times, but that’s why your guides will be by your side the whole way through! You’ll start with mellow glades and work your way toward terrain that challenges you just enough to grow. You’ll be with a small group (one guide per four participants), riding alongside experienced guides and instructors who care more about your confidence than your speed.
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Akakura Onsen & Akakan (Myoko Kogen) — your backyard
Ikenotaira Onsen
Seki Onsen
Madarao & Tangram
Suginohara (Myoko Kogen)
Lotte Arai (Special Weather-Dependent)
Safety gear:
Rental kits are available upon request, but all guests are expected to carry and know how to use this equipment, even when riding resort-accessed zones.
Personal gear:
Group sizes and pricing
Myoko ski holidays can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for these Myoko ski holidays is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee, you can add it at checkout.
Triple-share rooms are also available—if you want to stay here, the price of the tour goes down, you can let us know at checkout.
Solo travelers can share a room with another traveler at no extra cost, or guarantee a private room by paying a single occupancy fee (if available).
The starting point of your Myoko ski holidays is Myoko, Japan. To get there, most people fly into Tokyo’s Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita Airport (NRT), or Osaka/Kyoto’s Kansai Airport (KIX). From all of these, you’ve got several hours of public transportation to reach Myoko, by a mix of trains and buses. Alternatively, you can rent a car or let us know in advance if you need a shuttle.
You will meet your guide on Day 1 at the guide’s lodge in Myoko.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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