The Daisetsuzan National Park encompasses the mountainous region of central Hokkaido. Cold air sweeps down from Siberia picking up moisture off the Sea of Japan making the snow fall light, dry and deep, blanketing the mountains in this region.

“I was introduced to Hokkaido over 15 years ago and I have gone back year after year searching for the deepest snow I can find. And this is it! My deepest days ever, have been recorded in this part of the world.”
– Ross Matlock

If you like skiing quality powder, eating great food, soaking in hot springs and don’t mind hiking for your turns, this is the backcountry destination for you. Ski the unique tram at Asahidake and Kurodake, the classic birch forests of Furanodake or the open bowls of Tokachidake. We also offer trips around the Niseko area for folks who want to mix backcountry days with resort days.

This adventure is for people who have experience touring, are fit and willing to be out all day skinning multiple laps. We like to keep group sizes small, 5 maximum, and prefer it if participants know each other or have toured together previously.

Our backcountry trips are completely custom and no standard itinerary exists, it all depends on your requirements and needs. We are happy to mix backcountry, resort, and cat skiing days to create the ultimate Japanese skiing experience.