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

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.

TRIP TYPE

Group

MOUNTAIN RANGES

Japan Alps

DURATION

1 Day

OFFER PERIOD

Jan - Mar

FITNESS LEVEL

intermediate

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

Ski alongside a professional skier ranked 19th in Japan.
Experience the snow quality that makes Japan a renowned skiing destination.
Discover one of the best snow resorts in the Niigata region and its terrain.

Description

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!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

This is the price to join one of my group programs. There is a maximum of six (6) participants.

The price includes the guiding fee.

The price does NOT include the lift tickets, nor does it include anything that is not explicitly mentioned as “included.”

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking

Details

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Please note that you will need to sign a liability waiver prior to the beginning of the trip.
Participant will need to have appropriate insurance coverage (including skiing and snowboarding).

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.

Meeting point

Contact me upon booking to establish a meeting point.

About the guide: Shinji

Shinji

FWQ Athlete

- 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.

Languages

Japanese | English

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