Last winter, we spent seven weeks in Japan, starting the journey in the snowy, upper edge of Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island. We explored stunning ski areas, stayed in cozy ryokans, and soaked in steamy onsens. From there, we headed to the main island of Honshu, ending our fantastic trip as the earliest signs of spring emerged.
After a few weeks in Niseko, we head to Furano for some powder days at the resort before heading into the world-renowned backcountry to spend time outside of town near Furanodake. We find backcountry lodges, onsens (natural hot springs), and more powder than you could ski in a lifetime.