So pack your thickest baselayers, bring an empty stomach, and get ready for the ski trip that will ruin all other ski trips for you forever.
There is a reason serious skiers call it
Host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, Hakuba is a collection of ten resorts. Unlike flat Hokkaido, Hakuba offers steep, technical terrain and stunning views of the Northern Alps. Happo-One is the iconic run, but Cortina is the secret spot for deep powder days. Best for: Advanced skiers and backcountry adventurers.
January 9, 2025
When the winter solstice passes and the Siberian winds sweep over the Sea of Japan, they pick up moisture and slam it into the Japanese Alps. The result? Some of the lightest, driest, and deepest powder snow on planet Earth.