Niseko Zen offers a variety of guiding services for PRIVATE GROUPS around the Niseko area and Rusutsu. The tours range from in-bounds resort powder hunting to full blown backcountry touring (max 4 per group for touring). Sample price is per person assuming 4 in your group - total rate is 120,000 yen per day More

Learn to ski or snowboard on the beginner slopes of Shiga Kogen or improve your ability whilst exploring the massive 18 ski areas of Shiga Kogen. Options are available for people to travel from other nearby ski areas such as Nozawa Onsen. More

Jump on the Hokkaido Backcountry Powder Quest tour & experience the magical powder wonderland Hokkaido is famous for along with its rich culture & incredible cuisine. Join as a solo, couple or small group; max 6 guests per tour & guaranteed departures. More

Venture into the backcountry of Shiga Kogen with guides with your private group. Have the mountain to yourselves. Go for easy hikes, learn avalanche safety skills, or go ski touring to explore further afield. More

Explore the off-piste and sidecountry at the massive ski area of Shiga Kogen or another nearby ski area. Guiding is for private groups or group tours are available some days. More

Join Black Diamond Tours for a day or more of guided powder hunting in Niseko or one of the nearby resort or backcountry areas with your own PRIVATE GROUP. Areas include Niseko backbowls, Rusutsu, Kiroro, Teine & Kokusai. Primarily lift accessed so minimal hiking. More

This tour is for hard-core skiers and boarders wanting to ski & ride some of the deepest and steepest terrain in Honshu Japan. Terrain is lift accessed as much as possible to maximise the downhill but there will be hiking & possibly touring. Those without touring gear will be provided with snowshoes More

Ideal if you are staying in NISEKO and are looking for a guided BACKCOUNTRY day in or around Niseko. These day tours are specifically for those who are happy to earn their turns and are for private groups of 1 - 5 guests (but 6 - 7 is also possible with a tail guide). More

This private adventure tour incorporates snowcat assisted backcountry skiing/riding plus a few ski areas in the prefectures of Yamagata & adjacent Miyagi. You will be guided & hosted by local English speaking Japanese guides who will provide an authentic cultural experience. More

This lift assisted backcountry tour takes in Myoko, Nozawa Onsen & Hakuba & is ideal for advanced to expert backcountry skiers and split boarders. These 3 areas are known for deep snow & epic tree skiing. Join as a solo, couple or small group; max 8 guests per tour. More