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Multi-Day Guided Backcountry Skiing Adventure in Central Hokkaido, Japan

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Multi-Day Guided Backcountry Skiing Adventure in Central Hokkaido, Japan
Guide(s)
Niseko Zen
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Add-ons

Avalanche backpack, touring skis, and splitboard rentals

Your guides offer avalanche backpack, touring skis, and splitboard rentals for an additional fee. If you’re interested, please let us know prior to booking.

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Deposits

When booking a trip, you can either pay for it in full or reserve your spot with a 30% deposit. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Cancellations

After 48 hours, booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. You can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period.
Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Super Flexible
  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
Multi-Day Guided Backcountry Skiing Adventure in Central Hokkaido, Japan
Itinerary
Multi-Day Guided Backcountry Skiing Adventure in Central Hokkaido, Japan
People
1 Person
Date(s)
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Duration
1 days
Guide(s)
Niseko Zen
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0

  • Hokkaido’s legendary snow isn’t just hype—it’s real, and it’s spectacular. This multi-day backcountry adventure takes us to the heart of Japan’s best powder fields, where fresh tracks last for days. With a mix of lift-accessed and backcountry terrain, every run is a new discovery. Expect light, dry powder, terrain suited to your skill level, and an expert guide who knows exactly where to find the goods. Three days minimum, up to ten-hour days, and just four skiers per group means more turns, more powder, and zero wasted time. If you’re serious about skiing, this is where you need to be.

    • Let’s chase deep powder and untouched lines in Central Hokkaido’s biggest mountains! This multi-day adventure blends lift-accessed and backcountry skiing across Central Hokkaido. With colder, drier snow that stays fresh into April, we’ll have prime conditions long after other resorts are tracked out. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or looking to push your limits, expert guides will ensure an unforgettable ride through Japan’s legendary powder playground, with up to 10 hours on snow each day.

      At checkout, you’ll be able to choose anywhere from 3 to 10 days of guided backcountry skiing.

      Skiers going uphill

    • Included:

        • An experienced backcountry skiing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 3 to 10 days of backcountry skiing on Hokkaido ski holidays
        • Transport to and from your accommodation

      Add-ons:

        • Avalanche backpack — rentals available, let us know prior to booking if you’re interested
        • Touring skis and splitboards — rentals available, let us know prior to booking if you’re interested

      Not included:

        • Flights to Japan
        • Equipment
        • Accommodations
        • Meals
        • Lift passes
        • Guide gratuities — optional
        • Travel and medical insurance — optional

    • These Hokkaido ski holidays are beginner-friendly, which means that anyone with a good fitness level can join in. You must be comfortable with spending up to 10 hours on snow each day.

      Whether you’re a beginner seeking new experiences or a competent backcountry skiing enthusiast craving advanced level terrain, the guides will cater to all skill levels.

      For more backcountry skiing adventures in Japan, click here!

    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

        • Touring skis, splitboard or climbing snowshoes (skis with touring bindings and skins, or a split board with skins) — rentals available
        • Ski poles with powder baskets (for snowboarders, collapsible poles will be required)
        • Wind and waterproof hard shell
        • Down jacket
        • Spare thermals
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Facemask or balaclava
        • Gloves (warm and well fitting gloves for skiing)
        • Hiking gloves/glove liners
        • Goggles (bring goggles with high light and low light lenses if possible)
        • Sunglasses
        • Sun protection, lip balm
        • Avalanche safety equipment and minimum 20L backpack (beacon, shovel, probe) — rentals available
        • Snacks

      Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For these Hokkaido ski holidays, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 1 person for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 4 participants.

      Hokkaido ski holidays can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors older than 15 may be permitted to join the Hokkaido ski holidays on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • The starting point of your Hokkaido ski holidays is your accommodation in Japan, preferably and ideally in Asahikawa. To get there, most people fly into New Chitose Airport (CTS). From there, you can use public transport or rent a car to reach your accommodation in Asahikawa.

      Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time (usually before 8:30am) in front of your accommodation in Asahikawa.

      Accommodations are not included in the price of this adventure, so you’ll have to choose the accommodation at your own expense. Your guide will provide more details before the adventure starts.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their 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.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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