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Half-day Riding in Hakuba with FWQ snowboarder Noriko Ishimatsu (Group)

Half-day Riding in Hakuba with FWQ snowboarder Noriko Ishimatsu (Group) | undefined

Come and ride along Noriko, a Freeride World Qualifier, on the amazing powder of Hakuba. Have fun and get some tips from a professional in the beautiful Japan Alps!

Group

Japan Alps

+1 Day

Jan - Apr

Intermediate

Intermediate


Highlights

  • Enjoy a half-day riding tour along a professional FWQ snowboarder
  • Get tips and advice on snowboarding from an expert
  • Ride on the spectacular powder of Hakuba in the Japan Alps

Description

I invite you to join me for a half-day riding tour on the amazing powder of Hakuba.  I am a Freeride World Qualifier athlete with 15 years of snowboarding experience. We will ride together the best runs and I will give you some pro tips along the way!

Located at the heart of the Japan Alps, in the Nagano Prefecture, Hakuba boasts unique light dry powder, making it a paradise for powder hounds. Offering easy access from Tokyo and other major cities, and receiving an average of 11 meters of snow each season, Hakuba is considered one of Japan’s top winter resort areas, comprising 9 top level ski resorts.

I know Hakuba like the back of my hand, so during this half-day tour I will take you to some of my favorite pistes. As I am not an instructor or guide, for safety reasons, we will always stay within ski area boundaries. Our goal during our time togeher will just be to have fun and enjoy the rides!  Of course, I will share some tips and advice with you whenever possible.

Please note you need to have at least an intermediate level to join this tour. This is a great opportunity for you to watch and learn first-hand how a professional athlete rides. If you are an advanced snowboarder, you can also see what lines I pick, and follow my track.

Also, take into account that you will have to assess your level for yourself. It will be your responsibility to ski at your own level!

If you want to join me on this half-day riding tour, just send me a request. I will be happy to show you around my favorite riding spots in Hakuba!

Price includes

  • Guiding fee

Price details

  • The price does not include lift passes.

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More info

-Participants are responsible for their own insurance coverage. -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. -Groups will be formed by the guide on an on-demand basis.


About the guide

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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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