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Hokkaido Powder Belt Tour - Furano to Asahikawa

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Hokkaido Powder Belt Tour - Furano to Asahikawa

Score Japan’s deepest powder with expert local guides and serious flexibility to chase the best snow. P/P

5th - 15th Feb, 2026

Group Tour in partnership with ARRIVAL Travel.

Want to really travel off-piste? This one’s for you. Chase Japan’s world-famous powder across Hokkaido’s wild north on this advanced-level Japan snow escape.

Spend five nights in Furano and five in Asahikawa, exploring the legendary Powder Belt with a five-day lift pass, plus three bonus resort days around Asahikawa. Each day, your Level 5 avalanche-certified Kiwi and Aussie guides will hunt down the best lines and conditions in real-time – no fixed plans, just pure chase.

You’ll stay twin-share with daily brekkie, plus a welcome and farewell dinner to bookend the trip. This is a flexible, powder-filled mission built for experienced skiers and riders who live for the deep stuff.

Day 1, 5th Feb

Warm Japanese Welcome

Arrive in Furano at your own pace. Settle into your twin-share digs and get to know your crew over a local welcome dinner. Guides will run through the trip plan, snow forecast and resort options. It’s a chilled first night to meet your powder posse, check gear and get hyped for what’s ahead. No riding today – just fuel up, rest up and get ready for ten big days chasing that sweet sweet powder.

Day 2, 6th Feb

Explore Furano

The powder chase begins. After breakfast, hop in the private shuttle and head to one of the local resorts. Since it’s your first day, we’ll most likely stay local and explore Furano. But your guides are watching weather patterns to score you the deepest turns. Expect leg-burning tree runs, wide bowls and Japow galore. After a full day, head back to Furano to refuel and maybe hit an onsen. This trip runs on stoke and day one delivers.

Day 3, 7th Feb

Chase Those Conditions

Wake up to another day of guided riding. You might return to yesterday’s zone if it’s still firing or chase new snow elsewhere. It’s all about flexibility. No fixed schedule, just the best conditions possible. Guides will keep everyone scoring and safe, pointing out sidecountry lines if the group’s keen. Back in Furano, explore izakayas or get that ramen fix.

Day 4, 8th Feb

Deep Into The Powder Belt

More deep turns, more line-hunting. Conditions call the shots, so whether it’s Furano, Kamui, or another hidden gem, you’ll be where the snow’s best. Expect playful terrain, steep stashes and snow so deep you forget what skis look like. In the evening, soak in a traditional onsen or toast a Hokkaido brew with new mates.

Day 5, 9th Feb

Final Day In Furano

Final day based in Furano. Use what you’ve learned from your guides to pick your lines and send it with confidence. After riding, pack up and prep to transfer to Asahikawa tomorrow. Make your last night in Furano count by recalling your peaks and pits to date over a few ice cold beers.

Day 6, 10th Feb

Out To Asahikawa

Transfer day. After breakfast, check out of Furano and jump into the Hiace, it’s time to make the one-two hour journey to your new base: Asahikawa. Use today to rest the legs – or not. If you want, we can still hit the slopes en route if the weather aligns. Guides will pick a resort stop at to break up the journey. By late arvo, check in at your new digs in Asahikawa, a bigger city with a proper local buzz. Sushi, sake, snow – life’s good.

Day 7, 11th Feb

New Base, New Mountains

With Asahikawa as your HQ, hit up resorts like Pippu or even head toward Kurodake if conditions are fire. Your guides will lead the way. Refuel with Hokkaido specialties and maybe hit a local bar after dark.

Day 8, 12th Feb

Another Big Day

The local powder is the gift that keeps on giving, and your guides know where the wind-loaded zones and secret tree stashes are. Carve new lines, find your flow, and ride hard. Nights in Asahikawa mean more food options and local energy, so explore if you’ve got the legs for it.

Day 9, 13th Feb

Sidecountry Adventures

It might be nearing the end, but the stoke stays sky-high. Conditions permitting, you might venture further afield to lesser-known resorts or go deep into sidecountry. These are the kind of runs that get talked about for years. Keep the camera handy – or don’t. Some lines are better left just for the memory.

Day 10, 14th Feb

Final Send

Last full day to get after it. Whether you want mellow laps, a sidecountry mission or one last big leg burner, your guides will line it up. Wrap things up tonight at the farewell dinner – share stories, raise a glass and relive the week. By now, you’ve earned your turns and then some.

Day 11, 15th Feb

The Big Goodbye

The trip ends after breakfast. No riding today. Say goodbye to the crew, swap socials and make your own way from Asahikawa. Legs sore, heart full, camera roll stacked – that’s how it should be.

North Country Inn - Furano
This family-run alpine lodge is packed with character, offering warm hospitality, daily breakfast and a great base to access Furano's deep snow and resort town vibes.
Features
- 5 Nights - Twin Share
- Breakfast Included
- Dedicated ski dry room and waxing room
- Onsen-style baths on-site
- Laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
- Private bathrooms
North Country Inn - Furano

This family-run alpine lodge is packed with character, offering warm hospitality, daily breakfast and a great base to access Furano's deep snow and resort town vibes.
Features
- 5 Nights - Twin Share
- Breakfast Included
- Dedicated ski dry room and waxing room
- Onsen-style baths on-site
- Laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer
- Private bathrooms
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
- 5 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
- 5 Nights - Twin Share
- Breakfast Buffet Included
- Onsen-style baths on-site

INCLUDED

10 nights twin-share accommodation – five nights in Furano and five in Asahikawa
Daily Breakfast
Welcome and Farewell Dinners (drinks excluded)
8 Day Lift Pass
8 Days Guiding
Daily Private Transport to the best snow

EXCLUDED

Lunches
Dinners (Day 2 – Day 9)
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

ARRIVAL x Mountainwatch Travel T&Cs

Secure this trip with a non-refundable 30% deposit outside 65+ days (full payment due within 65 days)
This trip starts in Furano 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, but once you’re on the ground we’ve got you

Before you go

Rentals are easy to find in Furano, but a bit harder 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-nine
Travel insurance must cover winter sports

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FAQ

FLEXIBLE ITINERARY

Our guides make calls on which resorts will be visited based on the best conditions. Calls can be made even the night before if there’s some unexpected weather conditions to be taken advantage of. Our lay day is also decided by the guides based on the weather conditions.

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.

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.

THE GUIDES

You will be in very capable hands throughout this tour with our professional guides. Our local guide(s) have spent a lot of time riding around Hokkaido so know the mountains very well and will be able to show you around all the best spots. Guides are all Level 5 avalanche-certified Kiwi and Aussie guides, choosing the best terrain and conditions in real-time.

GUIDE TO GUEST RATIO

Group size is capped at 12, with two guides – keeping things flexible and intimate.

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.