This Summer season, Japan has received some of the biggest snowfalls ever on record and to sum it up...it has been wild. Just this week some resorts reported over 100cm of snow falling over just a few days. Just head to the Niseko United Instagram page and see for yourself. Japan offers world-class snowboarding, with the best spots found in Hokkaido and Honshu. In Hokkaido, Niseko is famous for its deep powder, while Furano and Rusutsu offer fewer crowds and incredible terrain. Honshu boasts Nagano’s Hakuba Valley, home to multiple resorts with varied terrain and epic backcountry access. Myoko Kogen is another must-visit for deep snow and a classic Japanese vibe. For off-the-beaten-path adventures, Tohoku (including resorts like Aomori Spring and Appi Kogen) delivers incredible snow without the crowds. Whether you're after backcountry riding, tree runs, or powder-filled groomers, Japan has it all!
So do you want to go? There are so many places that you can see while riding you board its always a question of "where now?" We are super stoked to have the crew at Mint Tours as our official travel partners. We have been involved with Mint for nearly 20 years first as customers and then we were lucky to have Mint based out of our Richmond store. From humble beginnings in Queenstown, New Zealand, Mint have grown into an international snow travel operation. Japan has been the #1 northern hemisphere base for over 20 years, and they have deep local connections in Europe, Central Asia, North America, South America and New Zealand. Nowadays, Mint Tours has a Global network of guides, athletes, staff and loyal customers, that drive them to keep searching for not only the best snow, but also the best travel experiences.
Hit up the crew at Mint Tours HERE, tell them we sent you and see the World on your snowboard.
