Ski Asahi Dake

Description: The Asahi Dake area is an adventure skier's paradise. Asahi Dake village is at the base of Hokkaido's highest mountain, Mt. Asahi (2291 M). This area is famous for its access to the huge Daisetsusan National Park, its hot spring baths, extreme skiing and a powder snow season that can last three to four months. The area is serviced by a gondola that gives lift serviced access to unroped, vast powder bowls that stretch as far as the eye can see. See here for more details on the area.

Lifts Only: We expect to ski from 3-5 runs, depending on which runs we choose. Some runs require a short walk in and a traverse back to the base of the gondola.

Lifts & Backcountry: Lift access to the top of the gondola. Then either more gondola rides, or climbing, depending on weather (visibility) and snow conditions. Explore and ski the superb powder in the almost powder filled valleys to the north or south of Asahi Dake ropeway. Climbs up to an hour are possible to access this rarely skied terrain.

Pick up Details: We will pick you up from your lodge at Furano or Asahi Dake. If staying in Asahikawa, contact us for details.

Timing: we will leave Furano at 7:15 am approx. The drive to Asahi dake takes approximately 90 minutes, depending on road conditions. We will depart Asahi Dake approximately 4:30 pm. You should arrive back at your lodge in Furano by 6:00 pm approximately.

Includes: Professional guide; private transport; safety equipment; instruction (depending on group and skill level).

Not Included: skis; (available for hire 10% discount in our shop); lift ticket (¥4200/person); all other personal items; meals; we will send you a gear list on application.

Safety Equipment & Training: We will provide you with a beacon, probe and shovel. You will require a day pack (available for hire). We will send you a full list on application of other gear you require to bring with you. We will spend some time each day training you in the use of this equipment.

Skill level: See above.

How to book prior to arrival in japan: Down load a booking form or contact us to check availability. Send the booking form via email or post with full payment. All credit cards accepted. Full preparation notes will then be sent which includes equipment/clothing list and other details.

How to book in japan. Contact us via this website or by phone on +81 (0)90 8278 9196. If there is availability, we will arrange for you to fill out a booking form and payment and will then provide you with equipment and clothing list.

Trip Numbers: minimum 4 - maximum 6 - (Private groups no minimum.)

Prices:

Group - Lifts & Backcountry: price on application