BACKCOUNTRY SKIING IN ASAHIDAKE - HokkaidoExperience.com

We will take you to the are to the best zones found for skiing backcountry powder.

Asahidake is Hokkaido’s highest Mountain (Volcano, 2291m) and part of the largest Daisetsu National Park in Japan. Because of its location and low humidity, it gets some of the lightest powder snow in the world. On clear days, you can see the plumes of volcanic smoke rising from the numerous vents on the mountain. A clear blue sky, beautiful white powder, and great views of the surrounding areas are sure to make for an amazing day on the mountain !

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Program details

Available time period

2020-12-23 - 2021-03-31

Program fee

:25,000 yen
:20,000 yen
:15,000 yen

Included in this fee

- Transport
- Guide
-Smiles all day and the best powder lines !

Not included in fees

Lift pass

Language

Japanese,English

Requirements for participation

Meeting location

Required Items

Requirements for participation

Address of meeting location

Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido

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Things to bring / required items

- Skis or snowboard (mid-fat to fat, all-mountain or powder skis are best on these tours)
- Boots (regular alpine boots are fine if they are not a tight fitting race boot)
- Poles, preferably with powder baskets
- Outer layer jacket with hood (breathable-waterproof material)
- Outer shell pants or bibs (breathable-waterproof material)
- Personal clothing layers suitable for all conditions
- Gloves (standard ski gloves are suitable)
- Warm jacket (down or synthetic for rest breaks and colder weather)
- Sweater or vest (wool, fleece or down)
- Toque/warm hat (wool or fleece) or helmet
- Sunglasses or Ski goggles
- Misc. personal items (camera, etc.)
!!Using The Right Backpack and Climbing Skins is recommended.

Area: Asahidake

Available time period: 2020-12-23 - 2021-03-31

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Program fee: Group size of 2 : 25,000 yen
Group size of 3 : 20,000 yen
Group size of 4 or more : 15,000 yen

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O'KEEFFE, Pat

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Here at the foot of the Hidakasanmyaku Mountains this is no sightseeing place... this is the absolute heart of nature! Come and experience nature's unspoiled playground!

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We are a tight team of powder ski/snowboard guides who loves to share the stoke with you in our winter playground. From experienced ski touring days to learning how to ski backcountry powder, whatever your ability, join us this winter to explore the mountains of Northern Japan, and be part of our movement!