Exploring the Powder Belt: Central Hokkaido
Experience the lightest powder in Japan and explore the remote backcountry terrain of Central Hokkaido, while immersed in the local culture seldom experienced by visitors from abroad.
This adventure leads you away from the crowds deep into the pristine backcountry in and around Asahidake, Tokachidake, Furano and Daisetsuzan National Park with local ski and mountain guides who will introduce you to the unique local culture.
This adventure leads you away from the crowds deep into the pristine backcountry in and around Asahidake, Tokachidake, Furano and Daisetsuzan National Park with local ski and mountain guides who will introduce you to the unique local culture.
Open Dates
December - April
Length
7 days, 6 nights
Location
Central Hokkaido
Price
JPY 550,000~ per person
Highlights
The Unexplored Powder Belt
Escape Japan’s increasingly crowded ski resorts and discover the untouched backcountry of Japan’s famous “Powder Belt.” Our local guide will take you far off the beaten track, helping you access the best terrain and powder based on weather conditions.
Time-honored Culture of Central Hokkaido
Central Hokkaido offers the opportunity to experience unique authentic local culture, from small town restaurants serving much sought-after ramen to award-winning sake distilleries and local hot springs without the crowds.
Your Day, Your Way
Whether you’re seeking adrenaline-fueled descents or a slower cultural immersion in mountain life, this adventure can be customized to your interests. Our guide will coordinate with you and your party each day, helping you access the best snow and culture in the area.
About
Venture into vast wilderness areas where the only tracks will be your own. This adventure will immerse you in the heart of Hokkaido’s majestic mountain ranges in and around Daisetsuzan National Park and the Powder Belt that surrounds it.
Our local guide will help you explore this region’s iconic peaks and remote ski areas, customizing your trip to match the experience level of your group and ensuring you experience the best of the unspoiled local culture.
A unique aspect of this adventure is that our local guide has exclusive access to private land as well as knowing all the region’s most famous peaks. You are guaranteed the finest Japanese skiing experience.
Our local guide will help you explore this region’s iconic peaks and remote ski areas, customizing your trip to match the experience level of your group and ensuring you experience the best of the unspoiled local culture.
A unique aspect of this adventure is that our local guide has exclusive access to private land as well as knowing all the region’s most famous peaks. You are guaranteed the finest Japanese skiing experience.
What's included
- Private transfers to and from the mountains
- 5 days of backcountry skiing or snowboarding with expert guides
- Guiding to the best local cultural hotspots only known by locals, including local ramen spots, sake distilleries, local onsen hot springs, and saunas
- Breakfast
Central Hokkaido
Hokkaido’s Powder Belt is a dream destination for skiers and snowboarders, renowned for its deep, light, and dry snow, affectionately called Japow. Stretching from Furano to Tomamu and Asahidake, this region offers a mix of world-class resorts, untouched backcountry, and breathtaking alpine landscapes.
With fewer crowds than Niseko, incredible tree runs, and authentic Japanese hospitality, the Powder Belt is a hidden gem for powder enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable winter adventure.
With fewer crowds than Niseko, incredible tree runs, and authentic Japanese hospitality, the Powder Belt is a hidden gem for powder enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable winter adventure.
Guide
YOSUKE
Yosuke was born in Sapporo and currently resides in Higashikawa Town, centrally located within the Powder Belt. Yosuke is a qualified Japan Mountain Guides Ski and Mountaineering Guide with Avalanche Network and Wilderness Advance First Aid qualifications. In the summer he climbs and guides within the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range while in the winter he helps visitors access the finest powder in Central Hokkaido.
Options
Kammui Adventures are customizable tours. Our dedicated team of experts will help put together the perfect package for you.
Once your final itinerary is confirmed, we will provide a full quote that encompasses all aspects of your Central Hokkaido adventure. Our team will then secure your accommodations, your guide, and any additional services.
Once your final itinerary is confirmed, we will provide a full quote that encompasses all aspects of your Central Hokkaido adventure. Our team will then secure your accommodations, your guide, and any additional services.
- Dinner Restaurant Reservations
Accommodations
The Central Hokkaido region offers a range of accommodation catering to various preferences, from local hot spring inns to larger hotels. After you tell us your party’s budget and specific needs, we will check availability and present you with various options. Once you confirm, we can secure these accommodations for you.
Summary
Pricing starts from JPY 550,000 per person. Kammui Adventures are customizable, so your personalized itinerary and quote will be provided after consultation.
What's Not Included
Medical & travel insurance