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DESTINATIONS VISITED:Japan
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SUGGESTED DURATION:1 Days
The best of both worlds!
A super cool ski and culture trip into the Northern part of Japan - Tohoku! It is full of smaller towns and amazing sights and fantastic smaller and quieter ski resorts that still have a ton of snow!. This will be a multi-day winter adventure through Japan's Tohoku region combining deep powder skiing, traditional hot spring towns, and authentic local food culture. Over the course of the journey you will ski at Zao Onsen, Geto Kogen, and Tazawako ski resorts with a mix of shinkansen bullet trains and local express buses. AND!! The Food Will amaze!
Throughout the trip you will balance big mountain terrain and legendary snowfall with restorative soaks in atmospheric onsen and multi-course regional dinners. Expect a blend of snowy lanes in Zao Onsen village, and lively noodle shops in Morioka. This overview item captures the structure of the journey from arrival in Tokyo through the final sightseeing and shinkansen transfer from Sendai to Tokyo and home.
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First Ski Day at Zao Onsen
Spend your first full ski day exploring the broad terrain of Zao Onsen Ski Resort. Use the cable cars and ropeways to reach the upper slopes where the famous "Snow Monsters" (Juhyo) await—grotesquely beautiful ice-covered trees sculpted by Siberian winds and heavy snowfall. Numerous runs of varying difficulty allow the group to warm up their legs while taking in sweeping mountain views.
Between laps, be sure to ride the summit cable car specifically to weave through the densest Snow Monster zones and take photos of this unique natural phenomenon. The day is designed as an introduction to the resort, so prioritize learning the lift layout, identifying favorite tree lines, and adjusting to local snow conditions. Plan to regroup at key lift bases periodically to keep everyone on a similar program.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Skiing
Hot Springs
Amazing Food
FINAL THOUGHTS
This fantastic Itinerary to go skiing in Japan isn't just a Ski Trip for experts. There are so many options for all levels, the smaller towns and ski areas in an area of Japan that doesn't get many tourists will be perfect for everyone.