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Snow and Ice
ActivitiesSnow and Ice
Japan is no longer a hidden gem for snow lovers and powder junkies around the world. Japan is one of the most mountainous countries in the world with hundreds of ski resorts around the country attracting millions of winter sports enthusiasts each winter and spring. From family-friendly resorts to serious backcountry skiing and snowboarding, the famous deep powder that covers Japan’s mountains provides a stunning backdrop for winter fun.
Backcountry Snowboarding
Riding the White Horse
The winter sports capital of Japan’s main island is undoubtedly Hakuba, where no less than 12 ski resorts can be found in close pr...
Backcountry Skiing
Skiing Godzone
Welcome to your new summer holiday powder-fix retreat. Fast becoming the holiday destination of choice for skiers with many wo...
Spirit of Silence
Homesick in a Huge Country
Late last year I made my way to Canada for some telemark skiing, and I have just returned home to Japan. Before this trip my trav...
Tottori
Board All Day
On a mission to complete a full day of riding, our plan was surf and then snow, so we headed to The North Shore and Big Mountain....
Snowshoeing
Agony in the Land of Oze
The mizubasho (Japanese skunk cabbage) blooms across the marshland as tourists snap their shutters along the paved forest road. S...
Snowboarding
Catching up with Michael Baker
Owner, Powder House Lodge & Hakuba Real Estate Michael Baker arrived in Japan from his native Australia 12 years ago t...
Features
The Powder Kingdom of Tateyama
“Clack, clack, clack.” The echoes of our footsteps bounce back from the walls. The atmosphere of this place strangely brings to m...
Snowboarding
Getting Set Up Before Setting Out
Having your snowboard bindings set up correctly before hitting the slopes can make the difference between a good and great day of...