Exploration is where we chase the storm.
Myoko sits under one of the heaviest snowfalls in Japan, and this trip is built to make the most of it — for confident riders who want to go beyond the groomers and deeper into the powder. We don’t lock ourselves to one mountain. With a whole region of resorts within reach, each morning we read the weather and point the day at wherever it’s dumping.
From the trip description by The Ride Side
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: Included
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge. Professional guiding and instruction are not included.
- Guided: Not included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not included
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- 2.5 days on snow with staff
- Hosting
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Level 4: strong intermediate; group riding intended to challenge strong riders.
- Off-piste and tree runs, including steep freeride terrain.
- Myoko’s Ikenotaira, Akakura and Suginohara.
- Seki Onsen, Arai, Madarao, Charmant Hiuchi, Nozawa Onsen and other local hills.
- The forecast determines the itinerary and daily snow choices.
- Sport
- Ski + Snowboard
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Adults only
- Yes
- Max group size
- 24 guests
From the trip description by The Ride Side
What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Lift pass
- Transfers
- 2 Way Private transfers from Nagano Station
- 6 Nights in mountain lodge
- 5-day lift pass (4 days in Myoko + 1 external resort)
- Daily private transport to the slopes and restaurants
- 5 Days of riding
- 5 x half day mountain orientation by TRS hosts
- 1 x day trip to Nozawa Onsen or Madarao Kogen
- Dinner reservations daily
- Access to TRS events, programs and perks!
Not included
- Meals
- Lesson
- Flights & train tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Food and personal expenses
- Ski/snowboard lessons
Day by day
Meet the group at Nagano Station and hop on our private shuttle directly to our private lodge. After check-in, get to know the team and your group for the week, and settle in for a big week of riding ahead!
In the Exploration Series, you will be with a group of intermediate to advanced snowboarders and skiers venturing beyond the resort’s marked piste terrain – exploring lift-accessed off piste, powder stashes, tree runs and side country only locals know off.
We’re pushing deeper and further out into the Myoko area – with ski resorts in Joetsu, Arai, Seki Onsen, Nozawa Onsen and more being the focus for the week. On Day 2, we’ll start with a warm up at some of our favourite runs in Myoko, before we head out to begin exploring deeper into the Myoko area. Each evening, our team of hosts will check the latest snow and weather conditions to pick the best resort for the next day.
Each week has 5 half day hosted sessions in the morning, and free and easy afternoons, where you get to choose – to continue riding with those game to do more, or to take it easy and get a break.
IMPORTANT: Take note that no lessons are provided for in this experience and you’ll need to be comfortable off piste, powder and trees. If you are not at the skill level required for the terrain, your hosts have the discretion to recommend for you to sit out of the a portion of the itinerary for your safety.
Ride out with your hosts in small groups by skill level. Your hosts will guide you to the best lines for your ability, show you how to get around the slopes safely —and help you level up through the week.
grab lunch, continue riding with new friends, go back to our favorite runs or start apres-ski early – it’s up to you!
Unwind at Myoko’s local onsens, eat, drink and hang out with the group. Dinner reservations will also be made each night at our favourite spots in Myoko. Prefer a quiet night in or on a budget? You’ll also have the option to cook and hang out at the lodge instead!
Just like that, it’s Saturday again and you’ll be off to your next adventure, on or off the board – but this is not goodbye, it’s see you again!
If you’re heading to another location and would like to arrange for Ta-Q-Bin/ Black Cat to do a pick up for your bags, we’ll bring you to the nearest outpost on Friday evening before 6PM.
*Our itinerary is weather-dependent and will be tailored to the group’s overall skill level and safety.
From the trip description by The Ride Side
Where you stay
- Mountain Lodge
- A private mountain lodge, just our group, close to the resorts
- Single slot in Twin Share Room — Early Bird: $2290 per pax (U.P: $2490) — Up to 2 pax per room
- Bunk bed in 6 pax room — Early Bird: $1990 per pax (U.P: $21900) — Up to 6 pax per room
- 2 pax in Queen Room — Early Bird: $4780 for 2 pax (U.P: $5180) — Room for 2 pax
Getting there
- Arrival:
- Arrive at Nagano station before 1:30PM
- Pick up: Nagano Station
- Drop off: Myoko Mountain Hut
- Departure:
- Take the TRS private shuttle to Nagano Station
- Pick up: Myoko Mountain Hut
- Drop off: Nagano Station
From the trip description by The Ride Side
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Dates and prices
- Jan 31 – Feb 6, 20272026/27 · 7 days · 6 nights2,190 SGDPer person, single slot in bunk share room; SGD regular booking price.LimitedChoose these datesNot published
Week 6 (31 Jan – 06 Feb ’27) — 6 Slots Left
- Feb 7 – Feb 13, 20272026/27 · 7 days · 6 nights2,190 SGDPer person, single slot in bunk share room; SGD regular booking price.AvailableChoose these datesNot published
Week 7 (07 Feb – 13 Feb ’27) — Available
- Feb 14 – Feb 20, 20272026/27 · 7 days · 6 nights2,190 SGDPer person, single slot in bunk share room; SGD regular booking price.AvailableChoose these datesNot published
Week 8 (14 Feb – 20 Feb ’27) — Available
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