Nagano Guided Day
The Nagano area is the perfect location to get your powder fix. The resorts on offer for guided ski and snowboard trips are
Shiga Kogen (Japan's largest and highest ski resort),
Nozawa Onsen and
Madarao/
Tangram and what better way to get directly to the private stashes than using a guide who is intimate with these areas. "Knowledge is powder" when it comes to Japan and because each resort has its own distinct micro-climate it is vital to tap into that knowledge to ensure your time on the snow is maximised.
Based in the township of Yudanaka (home of the
snow monkeys), your guide will meet you at either Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen or Madarao/Tangram and if conditions are not favourable or you wish to experience another of the three resorts, they can
relocate your group for an extra transport charge.
As
all the trips are for
private groups of up to 5 people, the day can be customised to suit your group’s ability level. Whether you are advanced skiers and boarders who just want to get to the best side country powder, an intermediate group who want to experience the side country for the first time, or a family who wish to be shown around the resort in a safe and fun environment, we can structure your day so your goals are met.
Solo Travelers
Unfortunately these tours are for PRIVATE GROUPS only, however the pricing structure is available for groups of 2 or more.
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Rider Ability
This tour caters for
intermediate to expert skiers and boarders and the terrain accessed is based around the group’s skill level. For those who wish to access the off piste or slack country as it is termed in Japan, avalanche equipment and the necessary training are compulsory, both of which your guide will provide. For the intermediate groups who wish to have a taste of the powder and learn some new skills of how to ski or ride it with more confidence, we provide a guide/instructor, the appropriate avalanche gear and training on how to use it even if the group doesn't venture off piste.
Resorts/Ski Areas Visited
This tour operates at
Shiga Kogen (19 different ski areas),
Nozawa Onsen and
Madarao/Tangram (which are 2 inter-connected ski areas).
You will be picked up by your guide at your accommodation, explore the resort you are based at, and be returned to your accommodation at the end of the day.
If you are at a ski area, say for example Shiga Kogen, and want to explore Nozawa Onsen, this is also possible however there is an extra fee for the transport between the resorts.
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19 Shiga Kogen Ski Areas |
Nozawa Onsen
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Madarao/Tangram
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