Half-Day Ride with FWQ snowboarder Noriko Ishimatsu in Hakuba (Private)
Conquer the northern Japanese Alps on an amazing half-day snowboarding program with an FWQ Snowboarder in the high quality snow of Hakuba.
Private
Japan Alps
1/2 Day
Jan - Apr
Intermediate
Intermediate
Highlights
- Spend the day with a Freeride World Qualifying snowboarder.
- Ride the breathtaking top tier runs of the resorts in Hakuba.
- See how the professionals shred and get sweet riding tips.
Description
Take your talents to the top of the Japanese Alps and spend a half-day riding with a top FWQ snowboarder! Follow your dreams and the lines of a professional for a truly unique experience in Hakuba and some of the best mountains in Japan!
When it comes to dream snowboarding programs, not many include a top level Freeride World Qualifying. This time, you’re in luck! Come with me on a life-changing trip to the world-class destination of Hakuba and its top quality powder. We will shred some of the best runs at the best resorts, enjoying a great day of snowboarding in the gorgeous scenery of the northern Japanese Alps. The annual snowfall for the region is over 11 meters, adding to the splendor of its adventures.
As host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, it is considered one of the top locations in the world for skiers and snowboarders alike. The vast number of terrain parks and the total piste area have made it the go-to destination for epic snow trips. The snow quality alone – dry, light powder – is considered one of the best aspects of snowing in Hakuba. The entire valley is easily accessible by the high-speed Shinkansen trains and well-connected via shuttles for straightforward travel and transportation.
Your program puts you alongside a Freeride World Qualifier pro, allowing you an opportunity to see which lines I select and how I determine my runs. It is a perfect way for snowboard instructors to pick up tips and glean useful information to use for themselves. Either way, you get to ride at your own pace and have a blast while we take on the dry powder of Hakuba.
This is one of my favorite places to ride in the world. We can cover some of its best runs, from Hakuba 47 and Goryu all the way to Minekata. The entire mouthwatering landscape is ours to explore, and I can show you the local lines along with some of the best kept secrets in the valley.
You should be an intermediate-level snowboarder, able to determine your abilities and riding at your own capabilities. We will always remain within the boundaries of the resorts. I am not an instructor or guide, so the goal of our trip will be to share some runs and laughs and have a great time on the mountain.
Take advantage of a half-day with a professional Freeride World Qualifier snowboarder and shred the monumental mountains of Hakuba!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price includes the guiding fee.
- The price does NOT include lift tickets, nor does it include anything not explicitly mentioned as “included.”
Meeting point
Details
More info
You will need to sign a liability waiver prior to the beginning of this program.
I am not a certified mountain guide, so please keep in mind that, for safety reasons, we will stay within ski resort boundaries at all times.
About the guide
Noriko
FWQ Athlete
- Snowboarder
- 2nd in Women’s Freeride Snowboarding Japan (43rd in World Ranking)
-Residence: Hakuba
- English level: basic
I started snowboarding 15 years ago and mainly ride in the following areas in Japan: Niseko, Rishiri, all of Myoko, Nozawa Onsen, Hiroshima area, Kansai area and Tohoku area.
I look forward to having lots of fun riding with people who love snowboarding, mountain landscapes and nature above all!
Languages
Japanese | English
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