Itinerary

• You will be picked up at the Shinkansen station in Morioka and driven to the hotel in Morioka.
• Head out for dinner. During dinner the guides will briefly talk through the plan for the rest of the week.

Day 2 - Tazawako

• Tazawako is one of those places that feels quietly underrated from the moment you arrive. The Tazawako Ski Area sits above Lake Tazawa, and on clear days the views alone are spectacular. The terrain is easy to lap, and the powder often stays untracked for longer.
• In the evening there will be an avalanche awareness presentation.

Day 3 - Geto Kogen

• Geto Kogen has built a strong reputation among riders who care less about resort polish and more about storm skiing, deep snow, and proper tree laps. This is one of those mountains where coverage builds fast, the snow keeps refreshing through the day, and the best runs are often found just off the marked pistes in the resort’s famous tree zones.

Day 4 - Amihari

• Amihari has a much quieter, old-school feel than most resorts, and that is exactly what makes it appealing. The ski area is compact, with very few crowds and a relaxed pace. The top lifts, reaching above 1,300 meters above sea level, give access to some great and long backcountry runs.

Day 5 - Best of Morioka

• The group will head back to the area most enjoyed so far, or where the snow will be best.

Day 6 - Transfer to Aomori Area

• The drive to Aomori City in the Aomori Prefecture will take about 3 hours.
• You'll be checked into a hotel in the Aomori City centre.
• Head out for dinner.  

Day 7 - Aomori Spring

• Aomori Spring in the far north of Tohoku stays off the radar for most powder hunters. Excellent tree skiing is easily accessible and often remains untracked far longer than in Japan’s more famous resorts. The north-facing slopes hold drier snow, and the terrain is well sheltered during stormy days.

Day 8 - Hakkoda

• Hakkoda is one of the snowiest ski areas in Japan. The Hakkoda Ropeway gives you access to countless freeride lines and also serves as a gateway to longer backcountry tours across the wider Hakkoda range.

Day 9 - Aomori Spring With Short Hikes

• Aomori Springs offers great skiing right off the lift but if you’re willing to put on skins and tour for just 20 minutes, you’ll be rewarded with some of the best tree skiing you can get.

Day 10 - Backcountry Day

• Mt. Iwaki, standing at 1,624 meters, is nicknamed the “Northern Fuji” thanks to its location and beautiful conical shape. Depending on recent weather and snow conditions, we can approach this volcanic peak from either the north or south. Starting from the Aomori Springs side can cut the touring portion by nearly 1,000 vertical meters. Or if the conditions don't allow, there are other backcountry ski tour options in the area

• The guides will transfer you to the Shinkansen train station or the Aomori Airport.

Accommodation

Morioka

Aomori

Rates & Inclusions

2027 Rates

€3,690  

• rates are per person twin share
• base/invoice currency is in EURO. Convert to your currency here>>
• if you have any questions please get in touch

• Do you want a private trip with a tailor-made itinerary, a private van and guide?  
• get in touch for a quote for your group size

• 10 nights twin share accommodation
• Mountain guiding (UIAGM qualified)
• Lift passes
• Breakfasts
• Van transport
• Avalanche training session
• Ski technique coaching (optional)

• Use of avalanche equipment (backpack, beacon, probe, shovel)
• Rental of skis and boards

• Flights - search for cheapest flights here & book online
• Travel insurance - buy online here
• Lunches and dinners
• Bullet train

Sherpas Ride Terms & Conditions

Payments and Bookings

Any Member willing to participate at any Event has to make an obligatory booking, confirmed by agreeing to the Terms & Conditions and covering an advance payment for the respective Event. The advance payment of 50% from the total cost of any Event is due within 7 days after a booking is made. The balance of the total cost of the Event must be paid no later than 10 weeks before departure. In case the booking is made after the standard due date of the balance payment, the full cost must be paid within 7 days after the respective booking was made. If the balance is not paid in time the Association reserves the right to cancel the booking and forfeit the advance payment.

Costs

The costs of all Events facilitated by the Association, together with Events’ program are described at the Association websites. The costs do not cover additional fees and parts of the program that are not described at the Association websites, namely: individual insurance, flight tickets, compensations for not participating at the whole program of an Event and compensations for lifts or cable cars closure in the venue where the respective Event takes place. The cost of the sport Event is to be paid via a bank transfer to the Association bank account. The banking details will be sent to the Members after their booking is made.

Individual Cancellation

The Association advises the Members to arrange individual cancellation insurance. In case Members want to cancel their participation at any Event, such information must be sent to the Association’s management via an email. After a cancellation email is received, the Association will charge the respective Member with cancellation fees according to the date when the cancellation was made.

The Cancellation Fees

if the cancellation is made:

• More than 10 weeks before the Event starts – the advanced payment is forfeited
• 31 days – 10 weeks – 75% of the total cost
• 0-30 days – 100% of the total cost
• Not showing at the event – 100% of the total cost 

*that said, Association always tries to find a replacement for the Member to be able to refund him/her in full.

Event Cancellation

Every Event can only take place if there are enough Members participating. The Association is obliged to inform its Members via an email, shall there not be the minimum participation necessary for the respective Event to take place reached, no later than 10 days before the respective Event should start. In the above-described event, the Association will refund the whole payment to those Members whose Event was canceled. The Association permits its Members to buy any travel tickets or accommodation (in case of an Event where no accommodation is provided by the Association) connected to the Event only when the minimum participation is reached. The Association claims its right to cancel or terminate an Event in case of a force majeure that prevents the Event to take place or threatens the safety of the Members at any time prior to the Event or during the already started Event itself. In case an Event is canceled or terminated due to the above-described reasons, the Association will refund the Members with the cost of the Event reduced by the expenditures the Association already made prior to the cancellation/termination.

In case of Event cancellation or cancellation of part of the Event's program (e.g. Guide's injury), Association is obliged to deliver agreed features via third-party providers. If not possible, Association has to refund features of the program that it was not able to deliver.