Backcountry Skiing in Tenjindaira
Explore untapped backcountry magic in Japan.
Situated in the Gunma Prefecture in Japan, Tenjindaira is a backcountry lover’s paradise. Often overlooked in favor of other Japanese resorts, this area is free of big crowds but offer a lot of good powder.
Top backcountry skiing trips | Tenjindaira:
There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Tenjindaira
This area gets a lot of snowfall annually making for pretty deep powder. The quality of the snow is also excellent, nice and dry.
Good to know:
Country code
+81
Language
Japanese
Currency
Japanese yen
Best time to visit
January, February and March
How to get there
Fly to Tokyo then take the bullet train to Minakami
Weather
Weather can be extreme here particularly in the winter months. Expect cold temperatures and heavy snowfall
More info about Backcountry Skiing in Tenjindaira:
Take a lift from the Tenjindaira Ski Area into the sidecountry and backcountry. Visit Mt Tanigawa for some epic downhills runs. There is quite a bit of avalanche risk in this area so going with an experienced guide is essential for safety
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