\- Skier  
\- 19th in Men's Freeride Skiing Japan  
\- Residence: Maiko Ski Resort  
\- English level: Conversational

I've been skiing for 30 years and am a SAJ (Ski Association of Japan) Ski instructor.

Between 2006 and 2014, I was a SAJ Demonstrator. Since 2013, I've been running the Maiko Ski School. In 2018, I took part in the FWQ competition at Arai and came in 6th.

I've been a local rider at Maiko Ski Resort for a long time and I know every corner of this ski area. I'll be able to teach you and give you tips on Racing, Technical skiing, Freeriding, Telemarking or snowboarding so that you're able to enjoy the mountains like never before!

I also spend some time every season in the US or Australia as a pro rider.

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- Skier - 19th in Men's Freeride Skiing Japan - Residence: Maiko Ski Resort - English level: Conversational I've been skiing for 30 years and am a SAJ (Ski Association of Japan) Ski instructor. Between.

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##### Increase your street cred by skiing alongside one of the best FWQ skiers in Japan! Head for the remarkable runs of the Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata and discover the ins and outs of professional skiing in some of the country’s most sought-after snow!

Located at the edge of the surrounding Japanese Alps, the Maiko Snow Resort is in a perfect spot. Moisture sweeps in from the Sea of Japan, dumping meters of snow each year – and not just any snow, light and dry stuff that makes skiing feel like a dream!

The surrounding area is rife with phenomenal terrain that can keep the professionals busy for days – precisely what makes this THE program of a lifetime! Come with me to this snowy paradise and spend a day or more discovering the vast runs, alpine bowls, and every feature of a world-class resort! You will be in the company of Japan’s 19th-ranked Freeride World Qualifier skier, a trip you won’t come across every day.

Maiko has runs for everyone – as long as you can assess your own skills and abilities, I’m happy to ski next to you and share in the fun. I’m not a certified guide, but I will offer tips and secrets that have helped me develop into a better skier. You can see which lines I select on my way down the mountain.

This is one of my favorite areas to ski in Japan. The landscape, the atmosphere, and the snow are all great reasons to head to Maiko, and I credit my own career to this unique and addicting terrain. If skiing with a professional is on your bucket list, make this the trip that allows you to check that box!

**Stop putting off the program of a lifetime and ski the Maiko Snow Resort of Niigata NOW to experience one of the top ski destinations in Japan with an FWQ professional!**

We can even make it a half-day program if you wanted a more succinct program! Or we can join a group and ski Maiko on an equally delightful day program!

Contact me upon booking to establish a meeting point.

Ski into the terrific terrain of Niigata on a program with a day or more of quality snow time and ski beside one of Japan’s top-20 FWQ skiers to cap off an unforgettable experience.

1+ day Skiing at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki. Ski with an Athlete trip. Certified guide

http://www.powderhounds.com/Japan/Honshu/Maiko.aspx

1+ day Skiing at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki

##### Hit the slopes of the Maiko Snow Resort and see Niigata with an FWQ professional at your side! Come along with Japan’s 19th-ranked FWQ skier and see why the whole world is talking about the Japanese Alps of Honshu and its unprecedented quality of snow!

Between the Japanese Alps and the Sea of Japan, the Maiko Snow Resort features an amazing snowfall of perfect powder. Pockets of the pristine snow are found throughout the resort, along with exhilarating alpine bowls and moderate runs to satisfy every level of skier.

Not to mention your partner in crime for the program will be me, a professional Freeride World Qualifier skier! I am ranked in the top 20 in Japan, and while I’m not a certified guide, I always have a blast skiing alongside passionate athletes who enjoy the sport.

This program is a half-day experience suitable for everyone. The resort features some easier areas on one side, and more ambitious runs on the other. Best of all, it remains an uncrowded and spacious destination for snow enthusiasts. Even though is takes advantage of its close proximity to Tokyo, it still feels like a remote resort away from the bustle.

There aren’t many regions like this one. Maiko, the surrounding Japanese Alps, and the charming valleys are an enchanting objective for a great half-day of skiing. It’s a great spot to ski in and ski out of, with modern amenities to complement its mountain landscape.

You should be prepared for this program by assessing your own skills and knowing what level you can ski to. Our program will take place entirely on the resort; don’t worry, there are more than enough runs and routes to keep you smiling all day long.

**Take a half-day to admire the magnificent terrain of the Maiko Snow Resort with an FWQ pro and book this Niigata ski program NOW!**

If a half-day just isn’t enough, make it a day-long affair and join a full day program skiing with me! Or bring some friends and have a blast on a private half-day program!

Make your way to Maiko Snow Resort and ski with a top 20 FWQ skier on a half-day program that offers you the best bits of a Niigata ski vacation.

Half-day Skiing at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki. 1/2-day trip. Certified guide

Half-day Skiing at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki

##### Ski with a professional on the uncrowded slopes of Niigata at the Maiko Snow Resort in Japan! Tucked not-so-far away to the north of the Yuzawa region of Honshu, this delightful program offers great routes for all levels of athlete who want to ski a day with one of the top 50 pros in the country!

With relatively seamless access to Tokyo, Niigata and its snow sport destinations are some of the most accommodating in all of Japan. The geographic location between the surrounding Japanese Alps and the Sea of Japan provides this vibrant ski community with an abundant snowfall. The quality of the snow is just as fantastic, making the Maiko Snow Resort a one-of-a-kind ski adventure.

This is where you – and I – come in! I am currently the 19th-ranked male Freeride World Qualifier skier in Japan, and I would love to have a right-hand man or woman to explore the slopes of the Maiko Snow Resort! This incredible resort, while easy to reach from Tokyo, enjoys uncrowded runs that are perfect for beginner and intermediate skiers. There are also enough advanced lines and runs for the more seasoned veterans to discover.

We will spend the day scouring Maiko for the best snow and the best routes, enjoying the breathtaking scenery that defines the Japanese Alps. There is a variety of fun to be had – alpine bowls, moderate to steep runs on either side of the resort, and hoards of sweet, sweet powder! You can try out each part of the terrain in the company of a ranked professional. While I am not a certified instructor, I can share some of the trade secrets that have helped shape me into a pro.

I love this area, and I know you will, too. Everyone is invited to share in this incredible experience. You should be able to assess your own abilities and ski to your level. Our program will be contained to the resort area runs.

**Book this amazing group program NOW and spend a day skiing in the immaculate Maiko Snow Resort of Niigata with a top-20 skier in Japan!**

We can also try a shortened version and ski for half of a day in the same fabulous snow! Or we can take a group program and really dig in to the region!

Ski with a pro ranked in the top 20 of Japan in the pristine powder of the Maiko Snow Resort and have the time of your life on a day program with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki.

Ski at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata for a day with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki. 1-day trip. Certified guide

Ski at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata for a day with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki

##### Discover some of the best runs in the Japanese Alps and ski with a professional at the Maiko Snow Resort! Alongside the 19th-ranked FWQ skier in Japan, you will tackle the terrain of Niigata and have the time of your life on a half-day skiing extravaganza!

On the main island of Honshu, the Japanese Alps have become synonymous with great skiing. Runs of every type for every level of snow athlete are spread out through the mountainside, but none are quite as alluring as those found in the Niigata prefecture. Within striking distance of Tokyo and many other regional hubs, the Maiko Snow Resort is a beacon of immaculate skiing and unforgettable adventures.

Its location is set apart from other resorts and destinations, barely north of the Yuzawa region, though it still offers some of the same great skiing. Tree-lined runs, alpine bowls, and pristine pockets of powder are all easily accessible. The resort is notable for its beginner and intermediate routes, with a few more advanced options for serious skiers and seasoned athletes. With a half-day at your disposal, you will have your hands full with amazing ski opportunities!

You get to experience all of this with a top ranked Freeride World Qualifier skier! I am currently ranked in the top 20 in Japan. This means you have the rare opportunity to ski with a professional and find out what makes them tick. I am not a certified guide, but I enjoy sharing tips and habits of my style. I can fill you in on my personal experiences on the mountain and why I choose certain lines and runs.

You should be able to asses your own skills and skiing ability before joining this program, so we can have an absolute blast skiing through some of Japan’s most notorious routes. We’ll stay on-piste for the duration of the program and take advantage of every nook and cranny of this gorgeous landscape.

**Book this half-day program NOW and come see why Maiko Snow Resort is a premiere ski destination in the surrounding mountains of Honshu and Japan, all in the company of a top 20 FWQ skier!**

We can also [make a day of it and spend more time skiing the resort](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/1-day-skiing-maiko-snow-resort-niigata-fwq-skier-shinji-saiki/)! Or we can join a [half-day group program of the same style at Maiko Snow Resort](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/half-day-skiing-maiko-snow-resort-niigata-fwq-skier-shinji-saiki/)!

Join an FWQ skier ranked 19th in Japan and spend a half day visiting the Maiko Snow Resort on Honshu for a rare chance to ski alongside a professional and explore the amazing terrain of the Niigata and the northern Japanese Alps.

Ski at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki (Half-day). 1/2-day trip. Certified guide

Ski at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki (Half-day)

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