Japan Hakuba Backcountry Skiing
Incredible mountain terrain, deep powder, food, and immersive culture.
The Hakuba area has many outstanding options: deep powder skiing through ancient forests, steep chutes, and ridge lines. Our week long professionally guided ski and snowboarding trips in Hakuba are a mix of lift accessed backcountry and full days of ski touring. Our guides have years of experience in Japan and in depth knowledge of best skiing in the Hakuba area.
Hakuba is home to some of the biggest terrain in the country. Peaks soar to nearly 3000m elevation. Big winter storms with dry cold Japanese powder. With longer ski runs up to 1000m vertical and options for steep terrain, it’s a true skier’s paradise. At the end of each day, we will return to our boutique lodge for a well earned local craft beer. Soak in the natural onsen at the lodge, or visit several nearby onsens steeped in Japanese culture and history.
Safety
Avalanche and mountain safety are always top priority on all trips. On the first day of your trip, we provide a thorough avalanche and safety training session. Our lead guides are professionals certified by the ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides) and CAA (Canadian Avalanche Association).
Bookings
We love to ski and will expertly curate the trip to your group’s ability. Individual or exclusive group bookings are available.
Custom dates available. Contact us for details.
Prerequisites
Advanced to expert downhill skiing or snowboarding ability. You must be able to ski or ride a black diamond run in all conditions, including deep powder. You must be confident skiing or riding through steep trees, on open ridges, and traversing varied terrain. You must also have the fitness to ascend over 750m per day vertical on ski touring or split-board equipment. If you have any questions about your ability or suitability for backcountry skiing in Japan, please reach out to us before booking.
Important: You will be required to sign a waiver at the start of the trip.
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2027 Season Dates:
| January 25 to 31, 2027 | HAKUBA | $5299 CAD | BOOK NOW (Waiver Checkbox Required) |
$2000 CAD non-refundable deposit required on booking to secure your spot. Balance Due: Sep 1 2026.
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Week 1 – Jan 19 to 25, 2027 Itinerary:
Week 2 – Jan 25 to Jan 31, 2027 Itinerary:
You will need the following gear for your trip:
- Hardshell travel case for skis
- Suitcase with rollers for easy travel
- Alpine touring skis or split-board
- Poles
- Climbing skins
- Touring boots
- Avalanche kit: transceiver (digital), probe, shovel
- Ski googles
- Sun glasses
- Sun screen
- Sun hat
- Down jacket
- Touque
- 2 pairs of Gloves
- Waterproof shell pants and jacket
- Base and mid layers
- Windproof and breathable jacket
- Water bottle (1 or 2 litres)
- Comfortable city and lodge clothes.
- Winter boots for wearing around lodge
- Bathing suit for onsen
- Toiletries
We will be staying at the small boutique lodge in the Hakuba Valley. The lodge is located with easy access to nearby ski areas. The lodge is very comfortable, serves delicious meals, and has the best staff in the Hakuba valley. There is also a onsen in the Lodge for your use after skiing.
Rooms are double occupancy with individual beds. Please inquire for the option of single occupancy rooms.
