Japan backcountry skiing.
The Japanese borders are now open! Join us for a powder skiing trip of a lifetime to Japan in 2023. Legendary powder skiing, ancient onsens (hot springs), delicious meals, and incredible Japanese culture! We stay in traditional Ryokan Inns where you meet locals and experience Japanese hospitality.
Each week, we will ski in two different areas in the Japanese Alps: 3 days in Minakami and 3 days in Hakuba. Minakami is quiet mountain town steeped in Japanese tradition and big mountain deep powder skiing. Hakuba is a world famous ski destination with many outstanding ski touring options.
Trip includes ACMG guide (Tristen Rasmussen), avalanche response training, van transportation, ski lodge accommodation, meals at lodges, and lift tickets.
Important:You will be required to sign a waiver at the beginning of your trip. Please ensure you have read and understood the waiver prior to the start date.
Guided Trip Waiver: ACMGRELEASE.pdf
Who’s it for:
Advanced to expert skiers and snowboarders.
Scheduled Trips – 2023 Season:
| January 23 to 29, 2023 | $3899 CAD | DEPOSIT (2 Spots Left) |
| January 30 to Feb 5, 2023 | $3899 CAD | DEPOSIT (6 Spots Left) |
Deposit or full payment required to secure your spot. Balance due on November 1, 2022.
Does not include: Flights, Tokyo hotel/meals, train transportation, lunches on ski days. We provide a list of recommended Tokyo hotels in Tokyo Station area, prices are approximately $150 per night for single room double occupancy. Look for early booking discount deals.
BC Ski Guides Refund Policy: BCSG Cancellation Policy
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Tokyo Narita Airport, Japan | ||||||||
| MEETING TIME | 5pm, Monday | ||||||||
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Week 1 – Jan 23 to 29 2023 Itinerary:
(Eg Air Canada: Depart YVR @ 1:20PM Jan 22, Arrive Tokyo Narita @ 4:25PM Jan 23)
Early AM Train to Minakami on Jan 24. Avalanche training and ski day. Check into lodge after skiing.
Travel by Van to Hakuba early AM. Ski in afternoon. Check into lodge after skiing.
Train travel to Tokyo after skiing. Check into Tokyo hotel.
(Eg Air Canada: Depart Tokyo Narita @ 6PM Jan 30, Arrive YVR @ 9:45AM Jan 30)
Week 2 – Jan 30 to Feb 5 2023 Itinerary:
(Eg Air Canada: Depart YVR @ 1:20PM Jan 29, Arrive Tokyo Narita @ 4:25PM Jan 30)
Early AM Train to Minakami on Jan 31. Avalanche training and ski day. Check into lodge after skiing.
Travel by Van to Hakuba early AM. Ski in afternoon. Check into lodge after skiing.
Train travel to Tokyo after skiing. Check into Tokyo hotel.
(Eg Air Canada: Depart Tokyo Narita @ 6PM Feb 6, Arrive YVR @ 9:45AM Feb 6)
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
