Ready to score the deepest turns of your life? Our legendary Japowesome 2027 Trip drops you straight into Hokkaido’s epic powder playgrounds—think endless face shots all day, then blissed-out soaks in steaming onsens, followed by mouthwatering Japanese feasts and sake sessions every night.
We’re talking full-serviced guided backcountry and lift-accessed sidecountry missions, plush hotel digs, private van transfers, and a tight crew capped at six stoked riders per group. Our HMGA-certified guides will hunt down the freshest lines daily, dialing in the best hidden powder stashes Hokkaido has to offer.
Epic lines, ramen refuels, and hot springs to melt away the day—this is the ultimate freeride adventure. Lock in your spot, and get ready to send it, soak it, and repeat. Japow is calling—don’t miss the drop!
Dates:
First trip: 18 – 30 January 2027 — only a few spots left!
Second trip: 1 – 13 February 2027
12 nights/13 days in total
Included:
- 10 guided backcountry or lift-assisted sidecountry days with certified guides from the Hokkaido Mountain Guide Association (HMGA)
- 1 day transfer Otaru -> Asahikawa in private van
- 2 airport transfer days in private van (one run each way)
- 12 nights accommodation in modern, western-style hotels in Otaru and Asahikawa with in-house onsen or public bath
- Pick-up & drop-off on guided days by private van
- 1 welcome and 1 farewell dinner
- Surprise gift
Exclusions:
- Flights
- Lift tickets (if going to resorts)
- Meals and drinks (except for the welcome and farewell dinners)
- Ski/snowboard/safety equipment rentals (bring your own equipment)
- Personal insurance (compulsory)
- Other personal expenses
- Tips
2 groups of max. 6 participants
Skill Level: Solid backcountry experience is required. This is a serious off-piste and backcountry operation — not the place to find your feet in ungroomed terrain. Participants must be confident and competent skiers or snowboarders in variable, uncontrolled mountain environments.
Gear: Participants must bring their own ski or snowboard equipment, including all safety gear (avalanche transceiver, probe, and shovel). Rentals are not included.
Price:
January trip: USD 3,500 per person in shared double room
February trip: USD 3,750 per person in shared double room
Contact us for single room supplement
Payment: A 50% deposit is required upon confirmation to secure reservations. Payments can be accepted in JPY, USD or CHF at current exchange rates. The OSSI Terms & Conditions apply. As a non-profit organization, we operate with limited financial reserves, which restricts our ability to issue deposit refunds. Therefore, we strongly recommend that all participants secure cancellation insurance to protect against unforeseen events.
Once you lock in your spot, we’ll hook you up with all the essential details—everything from airport pickups and hotel info to what gear to bring, how to prep for the backcountry, and tips for navigating Japanese ski culture.
You’ll get the full rundown on our itinerary, accommodation, transfers, packing lists, skill requirements, and how to make the most of your Japow adventure, including insider advice on onsens, local eats, and après-ski.
We’ll also share money matters, insurance requirements, and all the nitty-gritty so you can just focus on getting stoked and ready to shred.
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Here are some vibes from our previous Japowesome Trips:
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