\- Snowboarder  
\- 1st in Men's Freeride Snowboarding Japan (46th in World Ranking)  
\- Residence: Hakuba  
\- English level: Basic

I was born in Yokkaichi-city in Mie prefecture in 1988. Currently, I'm mainly based in Hakuba for freeriding.

My recent results:  
\- 1st in 2018 Freeride World Qualifier Hakuba (\*\*\*)

My sponsors are:  
\- November Snowboards  
\- ABEAM Ride Shop  
\- DESIVELL

I work a lot with HACHI filming crew mainly in 3000m+ alpine areas of Hakuba and other natural local mountains away from the ski resorts.

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- Snowboarder - 1st in Men's Freeride Snowboarding Japan (46th in World Ranking) - Residence: Hakuba - English level: Basic I was born in Yokkaichi-city in Mie prefecture in 1988. Currently, I'm mainly based in.

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##### Hit the slopes of Hakuba and shred with THE top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan! Spend a day or more riding in the northern Japanese Alps and experience some of the best powder in the world!

Japan is chock-full of incredible skiing and snowboarding destinations, thanks in part to its marvelous mountains and unequaled snow quality. The atmosphere, moisture, and precipitation have contributed to a high snow fall of light, dry powder, which is the ideal composition for a life-changing snowboarding adventure. Nowhere is this more prevalent than in Hakuba and the Japanese Alps.

This is where you come in! I am ranked as the number one male Freeride World Qualifying snowboarder in Japan, number 46 in the whole world, and I’d love to ride in one of my favorite locations with a partner – or three – in crime. Sticking on-piste in the boundaries of the immaculate resorts of Hakuba, we can examine every inch of snow go over lines like pros.

Hakuba is the perfect place for a program like this. You will love the tall mountains over 3,000 meters that surround the valley. The terrain is pristine and covers deep alpine bowls, steep ridges, tree-lined runs, and so much more. The snowpack is generous and world-class, so you will never have to worry about riding in slush or less-than-desirable conditions. And the legends are true: the snow is arguably the best on Earth!

I love this area and I know you will, too. I will ensure you have a safe, fulfilling, and all-around fun time on this program. The resorts are accommodating to every type of snowboarding excursion, so grab your gear and meet me in Hakuba!

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I can also ride with you on a [half-day program](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/riding-hakuba-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan-half-day/) if you wanted to trim the program a bit. Or we can [grab a group and scour the snow of Hakuba](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/ride-hakuba-day-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan/) on another day-long snowboarding adventure!

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Take on the impressive resorts of Hakuba in a program alongside the top male FWQ snowboarder and enjoy a day or more in the stunning scenery and amazing conditions of the northern Japanese Alps.

1+ day Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan. Ski with an Athlete trip. Certified guide

1+ day Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan

##### Find out what makes a professional tick on a half-day snowboarding program in the remarkable Japanese Alps! Head for Hakuba in the company of Japan’s top-ranked male FWQ snowboarder and experience first hand what makes this one of the best places in the snow sport world!

It comes as no surprise that Hakuba is a snowboarding paradise because it is home to some of the world’s best snow. The perfect storm of precipitation, moisture, and landscape have led to relentless snowfall and premium powder, thus enshrining it as a bucket-list destination. It is one of the most sought-after locations in the Japanese Alps.

You will take advantage of these features on a memorable half-day program alongside a pro! I am currently ranked as the number one male Freeride World Qualifier in Japan and the number 46 male FWQ snowboarder in the world. I am not a guide, but I can share tips and secrets along the way. You can see how a professional shreds and which lines I select during a run. Ride with me and you will have an absolute blast on the top tier terrain of Hakuba.

We will have our hands full with alpine bowls, steep and exhilarating drops, and a wide array of optional routes. Even on a half-day, you will feel like you have been boarding for a week . The idea is to have a fun and safe time riding together in the sweet conditions of a Japanese snowboarding mecca.

This region is one of my all-time favorites. I credit it with shaping me as a snowboarder. Mountains exceeding 3,000 meters are always watching over you, so you feel part of the tapestry of the snow culture. You should be able to assess your own talents, thus making you able to determine your own riding ability and where you are at as a snowboarder.

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Meet the top-ranked male FWQ snowboarder and ride alongside him on a journey through the northern Japanese Alps and the world-class resorts that have turned Hakuba into a life-changing snow sport destination.

Half-day Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan. 1/2-day trip. Certified guide

Half-day Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan

##### Join a crew of snowboarders and shred alongside the top male FWQ snowboarder in Hakuba! Located in the north of the delectable Japanese Alps, this program gives you a day of incomparable snowboarding with a veritable professional in a world-class destination!

With so much outstanding terrain to ride, it’s no wonder that Hakuba has emerged as one of the top spots for unforgettable snow adventures in Japan and the world. Known for its light and fluffy powder, it is easy to access and very generous in doling out run after run of impeccable quality. Thanks to the precipitation, moisture, and atmosphere, the snowpack is reliable year in and year out.

Your program places you front and center in this memorable wonderland. With 3,000-meter mountains at every turn, steep lines, and tree-lined runs as far as the eye can see, Hakuba Valley is a vacation for the ages. The alpine bowls and high ridges are never-ending, so there is enough phenomenal terrain to keep you busy for weeks!

Oh yeah – you will also be riding with me, the top-ranked male Freeride World Qualifier in Japan! Board alongside me and I can share some of my secrets and tips. I am not a certified guide, but I am more than happy to discuss my style, habits, and riding techniques. I am currently ranked 46 in the world because of Hakuba and its landscape.

You should be able to asses your own skills, thus determining what level you are capable of riding at. There is no set departure date for this program because I will form the groups as they are needed. My goal is to ride with you on a fun, invigorating, and enchanting day of superior snow conditions.

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We can also have a [private day program in Hakuba for you and your friends](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/1-day-riding-hakuba-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan/), maybe even more than a day! Or we can [join a half-day group program on the iconic snow paradise in the Japanese Alps](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/half-day-riding-hakuba-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan/)!

Follow the top-ranked male FWQ Snowboarder in Japan to the mountains of Hakuba and admire the immaculate powder on a one-day program in the relentlessly beautiful Japanese Alps.

Ride in Hakuba for a day with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan. 1-day trip. Certified guide

Ride in Hakuba for a day with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan

##### Join Japan’s top-ranked male FWQ snowboarder on an unforgettable half-day program! Come see the best runs Hakuba has to offer and immerse yourself in the life-changing powder of the northern Japanese Alps!

The entire country boasts an impressive lineup of exquisite snowboarding destinations, but Hakuba is considered the cream of the crop of Japanese snow sports. Its diverse terrain, which blends all levels of difficult runs with its unbelievably gorgeous scenery, is abundant and accommodating. The snow itself is particularly perfect, known as some of the driest and highest-quality in the world.

As a top-50 FWQ snowboarder in the world, currently first in Japan, I consider this region my playground. I developed my skills on these mountains, so I constantly return to improve them in this challenging landscape. I want to show you the same terrain and routes that turned me into a pro!

The resorts here have more than 200 runs, many with fantastic views of the surround Japanese Alps stretching over 3,000 meters tall. The snowfall is remarkably heavy, which means the legendary quality of the powder is plentiful throughout the region. Each resort will feature exciting alpine bowls, ridges with jaw-dropping panoramas, and long runs that go on for days.

Your program is a half-day adventure into this paradise. We will cruise through the best spots of an immaculate location, picking and choosing runs as we go. You can see how a professional decides which lines to take while riding next to me. I am not a certified instructor, but I can share a few tips on what makes me tick as a snowboarder.

The Hakuba Valley is a place everyone needs to ride at least once in their life. I will show you a safe and satisfying program while having a blast riding next to you. You should be able to assess your skills and know how to ride to your abilities, and this area caters to every level of snowboarder.

**Grab your board and book this half-day program NOW! Discover the professional world of the sport in the company of Japan’s top-ranked male FWQ snowboarder in Hakuba and the Japanese Alps!**

We can also extend your program into an [all-day affair – or more – exploring the premium resort runs of Hakuba](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/1-day-riding-hakuba-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan/)! Or we can [bring a group along on this half-day snowboarding excursion](https://www.explore-share.com/trip/half-day-riding-hakuba-top-male-fwq-snowboarder-japan/)!

Make your way to the Japanese Alps and enjoy a program snowboarding with the top-ranked male FWQ snowboarder in Japan within the fabulous resorts of Hakuba and their perfect powder runs.

Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan (Half-day). 1/2-day trip. Certified guide

Riding in Hakuba with the top male FWQ snowboarder in Japan (Half-day)

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