Japan · SKIING
The good ones go weeks ahead and the great ones go sooner. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ once you read past the headline.
Review of Nagano’s one-day ski package, covering transport, gear, lift pass, lessons, value, timing, and who should book.
“Wonderful day trip skiing! Our driver was wonderful and went out of his way to drop us off at our hotel! Highly recommend for beginner skiers!”
Review of Ride Shiga’s private four-hour ski or snowboard lesson in Shiga Kogen, with coaching options, practical costs, and booking tips.
“Very good and supportive. I would recommend to everyone. Me and my son enjoyed skiing very much. The trainer is very good, skillful and helpful.”
Ski Shiga Kogen from Nagano Station with transport, rentals, lift pass, gear, and optional lessons in one practical winter day.
“We did the ski tour with Shawn, he was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and a great person to chat too. We also had Mr Fujisawa as a driver, he was great, the ride was smooth and my kids that get motion sickness experienced none of that even on the windy roads.”
Review of Sapporo’s private ski and snowboard day tour, with beginner-friendly slopes, gear options, mountain scenery, and a natural onsen finish.
“Tomo-san is extremely knowledgeable, fun and helpful. He was so patient with our teens who were learning to ski for the first time. We enjoyed hanging out with him - he thought of everything!”
Review of Fujiyama Snow Resort Yeti from Tokyo, with Mt. Fuji views, five hours of snow fun, ski lessons, gear, and practical tips.
“Juna our guide was amazing. she was friendly with very good English and drove very safely. She is an excellent and extremely patient snowboarding instructor. The trip was very good value for money and we would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking for a one day ski or snowboarding experience inclusive of equipment, clothing, lessons and transportation.”
Ski Otaru Asarigawa from Sapporo with gear, lift pass, bilingual instruction, transport, and four hours on beginner-friendly slopes.
“Great guides and bus driver! Super friendly and professional. Great experience with the ski resort. Excellent skiing. Bus driver was great driving in snow. I would book this tour again. Thank you Leo and team!”
Travel from Osaka to Sapporo with a group of 8 to 50, visiting Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyajima, Hakone and Tokyo along the way. Expect guided city visits, free time and 13 hotel nights. The Sapporo portion is unescorted, and ski passes and equipment are extra. The tour is for ages 18 to 35.
“Shan is amazing! Answers every question with a smile, and will go out of her way to personally lead you to the best Ice Cream around! Was an absolute pleasure and a privilege to have her as our guide:)”
Travel from Osaka to Tokyo in a guided group of 8 to 20 people, with nine hotel nights and breakfast each day. The route pairs Kyoto’s temples with Hiroshima’s Peace Park, Miyajima’s Itsukushima Shrine and a Hakone Ropeway ride. It is for ages 18 to 35, with optional meals and activities at extra cost.
“Shannon was by far the best part of my Japan trip. Full of knowledge and amazing suggestions.”
Review of a private six-hour ski lesson at Iwappara in Yuzawa, with language options, costs, instructors, practical tips, and who should book.
“My 6 year old daughter and I had 3 lessons with Luciano and 1 with Daniel. They were both fantastic teachers!! It was my first time skiing and I was very nervous, but Luciano's calm clear instructions made learning easy. Both Luciano and DaniRead more”
This eight-day, self-guided ski trip pairs a night in Tokyo with five nights at Naeba Prince Hotel, four lift-pass days and return shuttle transport. You choose whether to add ski or snowboard hire, clothing and lessons. Breakfast is included; flights and airport transfers are not.
“The Sunshine City Prince Hotel was in a great location for activities. Limousine bus dropped me right at the door and dropped me back at the airport at the end of the trip. 3 day lift pass. I wish I added an extra for the arrival day as I sat around waiting from 11am until 3pm check in. Rooms were old. Definitely paid for the location which was fantastic. Food court was excellent. Most of the restaurants weren't open or only took bookings for big groups. The snow was fantastic and the resort was quiet. It was definitely difficult to communicate with the locals in Naeba, but that was to…”
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