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Asahikawa Powder Week

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Asahikawa Powder Week

One week. Five guided days. Endless powder potential in Japan’s far north. P/P

15th Feb - 22nd Feb, 2026

Group Tour in partnership with ARRIVAL Travel.

Spend five adrenaline-charged days chasing Hokkaido’s deepest powder across resorts like Kamui, Asahidake, Pippu and Kurodake. With Asahikawa as your base, this trip is all about flexibility – your guides pick the best spot each day based on the conditions, so no two days are ever the same.

You’ll stay at Hotel Route-Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae with breakfast each morning, plus a group welcome and finale dinner to round out the trip. A five-day lift pass, private van transport and pro guides mean all you need to focus on is perfecting that technique and chasing the next face shot.

Built for seasoned riders with a hunger for powder and a love of local culture – this one’s the real deal. Let’s get it.

Day 1, 15th Feb

Asahikawa Arrival

Arrive in Asahikawa at your own pace and check into Hotel Route-Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae. Meet your crew over a casual welcome dinner and get briefed on the week ahead. Your guides will lay out the plan based on the latest conditions, and you’ll get to know the legends you’ll be riding with. This trip is all about flexibility, so come with an open mind and powder-ready legs.

Day 2, 16th Feb

Warm Up Day

Jump right into your first guided day. After breakfast, hop in the private van and head to whichever resort is serving the best turns. Could be Kamui’s tree runs, or maybe an Asahidake sidecountry sesh. Your Level 5 NZ guide and Aussie host will show you the goods. After skiing, swing by a local onsen (optional) or explore Asahikawa’s ramen spots. Sleep well. Tomorrow, we do it again.

Day 3, 17th Feb

More Snow, More Lines

The local gems just keep on giving. Depending on the conditions, you might venture into Pippu for mellow pow laps or level up with Kurodake’s steep terrain. Your guides make the call. This is about quality turns, not clock-watching. Wrap up with an onsen or a drink with your new powder fam.

Day 4, 18th Feb

Explore Further

Head up high if weather allows – Asahidake or even backcountry bootpacks if the group’s game. If it’s storming, dive into the trees at Kamui or another local secret spot. Expect shorter lift lines and long powder lines. Then, maybe hit a local izakaya or soak sore legs with a cold beer and hot bath.

Day 5, 19th Feb

Rest Day

Today you call the shots. Take a cultural pause: hit the local sake brewery, explore the city, or just sleep in. Want to ride instead? Book an extra day with the guides (added cost) and go chase that sixth pow day. Either way, you’re winning.

Day 6, 20th Feb

Back On The Snow

Hit the best resort of the day with fresh legs and renewed hype. The crew’s dialled now, so expect more flow and deeper lines. Maybe return to a favourite resort or go rogue into lesser-known terrain. With private transport and sharp guiding, the day is yours to send.

Day 7, 21st Feb

Final Lines

It’s your last shot at Japow glory, so bring the heat. The guides will read the storm cycles and line up something memorable. Go out with style: deep turns, crew stoke and that final “this is why we came” moment. Cap it off with a celebratory dinner followed by a late-night city crawl.

Day 8, 22nd Feb

Goodbyes
The trip ends after breakfast. Say goodbye to the crew and make your own way out. Phone full of photos and a brain loaded with fresh snow memories. See you next season.

Hotel Route-Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae
Right by Asahikawa Station, this well-equipped hotel features public baths, buffet breakfast and comfy twin rooms. The perfect spot to recharge between powder days.
Features
- 7 Nights - Twin Share
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Onsen-style baths on-site
Hotel Route-Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae

Right by Asahikawa Station, this well-equipped hotel features public baths, buffet breakfast and comfy twin rooms. The perfect spot to recharge between powder days.
Features
- 7 Nights - Twin Share
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Onsen-style baths on-site

INCLUDED

7 nights twin-share accommodation at Hotel Route-Inn Grand Asahikawa Ekimae
Daily Breakfast Buffet
1x Welcome and 1x Farewell Dinner (drinks excluded)
5 Day Lift Pass
5 Days Guiding
Daily Private Van Transport to the best snow

EXCLUDED

Lunches
Dinners (Day 2 – Day 6)
Drinks
Flights – Let your consultant know if they can help you lock them in
Travel Insurance
Rentals or Add-ons – Let your consultant know if they can help you lock them in
Airport Transfers – Let your consultant know if they can help you lock them in

Before you book

Secure this trip with a non-refundable 30% deposit outside 65+ days (full payment due within 65 days)
This trip starts and ends in Asahikawa – you’ll need to make your own way there from wherever you fly into
This is an ARRIVAL x Mountainwatch Travel only small group tour – you’ll be joining other like-minded travellers
Accommodation is based on twin-share rooms – flying solo? We’ll match you up
Gear rental is not included, but lift passes are
This trip is catered to the advanced rider only – it is not suitable for beginners
It’s recommended to have some powder riding experience, or just make sure you feel confident sending it down all runs at your local resort
Getting there is on you – international flights aren’t included in this package, but once you’re on the ground we’ve got you

Before you go

Rentals are hard to come by in Asahikawa – it might be handy to rent them from home and take them to Japan
Pack layers, thermals, helmet and if possible, a backpack to ride with
Make sure to budget for lunches on the mountain and dinners on days two-six
The travel insurance you take out must cover winter sports

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FAQ

FLEXIBLE ITINERARY

The trip is all about finding the best conditions, no matter the resort. Your guides will be checking forecasts each day, and will choose accordingly. If some resorts are hitting hard, you’ll have the option to keep going back, but if not there’s plenty out there – explore somewhere else! Calls can be made even the night before if there’s some unexpected weather conditions to be taken advantage of.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We require all group members to have travel insurance when joining our tour. We strongly recommend arranging travel insurance at the time of booking, so you are covered against cancellations due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or accidents. We can arrange a quote for travel insurance so please contact your agent for further information or click here for an online quote. If you are using your own insurance please ensure it covers you for ski/snowboarding. Keep in mind Mountainwatch is in no way or form responsible or liable for anything that happens during your trip.

ROOMING AND ACCOMMODATION

All the rooming is twin beds or Double Bed bedrooms, twin share, shared with other members on the tour. We aim to allocate rooms to guests of similar ages and genders. Breakfast is included. Wi-Fi is also freely available.

THE GUIDES

You will be in very capable hands throughout this tour with our expert guides. Get shown around to the best powder zones by our expert Aussie host and Kiwi Level 5 guide. They know the area like the back of their hand and will make sure you experience the best conditions each and every day.

THE GROUP

This tour is designed for advanced riders. You’ll be tackling steeper lines, deeper snow and more technical terrain – so it’s not one for beginners. You’ll need to be confident high intermediate – advanced rider and be comfortable riding off-piste in variable conditions.

ARRIVAL x MOUNTAINWATCH TRAVEL

This group tour is operated in partnership with ARRIVAL Travel, our trusted group travel partner. You can learn more about ARRIVAL and explore their other tours across the region – and the world – on their website here.