Ride in Nagano for a day with FWQ snowboarder Masaki Mitsuhisa

Masaki, a FWQ snowboarder, would love to show you one of her favorite places for snowboarding in Japan. Join him on this unforgettable adventure in Nagano.

Private

Japan Alps

1 Day

Jan - Apr, Dec

Intermediate

Highlights

* Ride along the best slopes in Nagano with a FWQ snowboarder

* Discover a unique area with excellent snow powder

* Explore this amazing place with one of Japan’s top athletes

Description

Nagano is one of Japan’s top destinations for winter sports. Don’t miss this opportunity to ride along a FWQ snowboarder across this beautiful place.

I am Freeride World Qualifier (FWQ) athlete. I am also ranked 7th in the country. So, I often look for the best locations to practice this amazing sport. And amongst all the options in Japan, Nagano is definitely one of the places I love the most.

I grew up in this area. I have been practicing here since I was a child. Therefore, I know Nagano like the back of my hand. So let me show you my favorite spots, and even some secret locations.

We will encounter marvellous terrains, with some of the best powder snow. We’ll also run into long, steep and vertical slopes, as well as impressive tree runs. Nagano simply has it all. It offers such fantastic conditions for snowboarding that in 1998 it hosted the Winter Olympics. Nowadays, is a fundamental part of the Freeride World Tour.

Nagano Prefecture, lies within the Honshu island. On top of its wonderful slopes, there are 9 of the 12 highest peaks in Japan here. What’s more, it is famous for its great ski resorts, like Madarao, Shiga Kogen and Nozawa Onsen. But most of them haven’t been explored by foreigners yet. Plus we can also check out the ski resorts in Hakuba, as they are very close by. So don’t miss out and discover them with me!

Please note that I’m not a mountain guide, nor a ski instructor. Thus, we’ll remain within the ski resorts, and focus on enjoying our time together and riding along the best slopes in Nagano.

If you are up for this incredible adventure, just request to book this trip. I would love to share with you my passion for snowboarding, along with my love for Nagano.

Would you like to explore another equally dazzling area? Check this snowboarding trip in Myoko for a day.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

The price does not include any lifts.

Details

More info

-I am not a certified mountain guide. Therefore, for safety reasons, we will stay within ski resort boundaries at all times. -Also, please note you are responsible for your own insurance coverage. -You'll need to sign a liability waiver prior the beginning of the trip.

Meeting point

About the guide

Masaki

FWQ Athlete

- Snowboarder
- 7th in Men's Freeride Snowboarding Japan
- Residence: Myoko
- English level: Basic

Hello! I'm Masaki Mitsuhisa, a pro snowboarder!

I am based in Myoko, a place renowned for its deep powder. I would define my riding style as "All Mountain Freestyle": I especially enjoy doing jumps and tricks on natural mountain terrain.

I'd love to ride with people who respect Japanese culture, its people and its mountains and who are here to enjoy Japan as a whole.

I welcome riders of all levels! I'm not very good at speaking English so communication could be a little tricky but I'm sure we'll find a way around it.

Lastly, thank you for visiting Japan. I wish you a wonderful trip and I sincerely look forward to riding together!

Results:
Freeride World Qualifier in Hakuba 2017 (**), 3rd
Freeride World Qualififier in Arai 2018, 5th

Languages

Japanese | English

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