Ski at Maiko Snow Resort in Niigata with FWQ skier Shinji Saiki (Half-day)

Discover some of the best runs in the Japanese Alps and ski with a professional at the Maiko Snow Resort! Alongside the 19th-ranked FWQ skier in Japan, you will tackle the terrain of Niigata and have the time of your life on a half-day skiing extravaganza!

On the main island of Honshu, the Japanese Alps have become synonymous with great skiing. Runs of every type for every level of snow athlete are spread out through the mountainside, but none are quite as alluring as those found in the Niigata prefecture. Within striking distance of Tokyo and many other regional hubs, the Maiko Snow Resort is a beacon of immaculate skiing and unforgettable adventures.

Its location is set apart from other resorts and destinations, barely north of the Yuzawa region, though it still offers some of the same great skiing. Tree-lined runs, alpine bowls, and pristine pockets of powder are all easily accessible. The resort is notable for its beginner and intermediate routes, with a few more advanced options for serious skiers and seasoned athletes. With a half-day at your disposal, you will have your hands full with amazing ski opportunities!

You get to experience all of this with a top ranked Freeride World Qualifier skier! I am currently ranked in the top 20 in Japan. This means you have the rare opportunity to ski with a professional and find out what makes them tick. I am not a certified guide, but I enjoy sharing tips and habits of my style. I can fill you in on my personal experiences on the mountain and why I choose certain lines and runs.

You should be able to asses your own skills and skiing ability before joining this program, so we can have an absolute blast skiing through some of Japan’s most notorious routes. We’ll stay on-piste for the duration of the program and take advantage of every nook and cranny of this gorgeous landscape.

Book this half-day program NOW and come see why Maiko Snow Resort is a premiere ski destination in the surrounding mountains of Honshu and Japan, all in the company of a top 20 FWQ skier!

We can also make a day of it and spend more time skiing the resort! Or we can join a half-day group program of the same style at Maiko Snow Resort!