Terrain, ability and group
Lots of the powder skiing and training will take place in tight trees, so we’ve slightly upped the minimum required level from older Japan trips as some of the terrain is harder and tighter than that offered in Niseko.
The minimum ski level is now Level 3 – “I can ski easy off-piste terrain (bumps, powder, variables)”. And additionally you should be confident skiing around trees with good speed of movement when turning.
Located at the northernmost tip of Japan’s main island, Tohoku remains a hidden gem for powder seekers. Unlike some more crowded Japanese resorts, Tohoku offers no lift lines, peaceful slopes, and days of untracked powder—all without the competition.
- Sport
- Ski
- Max group size
- 6 guests
- Guiding
- 1 facilitator from JST to ensure everything runs smoothly
- Coaching
- 6 days coaching with the WSSA. 5-6 in a group
Package
Included
- 6 days coaching with the WSSA. 5-6 in a group
- 1 facilitator from JST to ensure everything runs smoothly
- Tokyo Hotel Stay on Jan 31
- Welcome dinner near Tokyo Hotel
- Luggage transfer by vans on Jan 31 so that people don’t have to lug it on the train on the way up
- Round trip Shinkansen tickets to/from Tokyo Station to resort and back.
- 2 nights at Aomori Spring Rockwood Hotel Feb 1st and 2nd
- 3 nights at ANA Crowne Plaza Appi Kogen Feb 3rd, 4th and 5th
- 2 nights at Semi Onsen Ryokan Geto Kogen Feb 6th, 7th
- A musical performance by a local traditional dance crew with Karaoke after to celebrate the last night!
- Luggage transfer by vans on Feb 8 back to Tokyo hotel so people don’t have to deal with it on the way down
- Tokyo Hotel stay on Feb 8
- End of trip dinner near Tokyo Hotel
- Daily dinner and breakfast included in the hotel reservations, except for breakfast on Feb 1 and Feb 9
- Daily lift tickets included
- All transfers between Feb 1 and 8 are by private coach (Feb 1 and final leg on the 8 is by bullet train)
Not Included
- Flights aren’t included – please arrange these yourself and make sure you join the group for the first night in the hotel in Tokyo.
- Getting to the hotel in Tokyo and departing the hotel in Tokyo – this is down to you and not included in the trip.
- Lunch, booze and snacks aren’t included
- ski rental (if needed). We highly recommend brining your own with you!
- avi kit (transceiver, shovel & probe) – we recommend having your own
Accommodation, travel and itinerary
Accommodation
2 nights stay in Tokyo Hotel (start and end of trip)
2 nights Rockwood hotel Aomori Springs, 3 nights ANA Crowne Plaza Appi Kogen, 2 nights Semi Onsen Ryokan Geto Kogen
The price quoted above is based on twin occupancy (sharing a room with one other person). If you would prefer a single occupancy room, please get in touch and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
Getting There
- Jan 31: Meet at the Daiwa Roynet by Tokyo Station at 3pm.
- All transfers between Feb 1 and 8 are by private coach (Feb 1 and final leg on the 8 is by bullet train)
- Getting to the hotel in Tokyo and departing the hotel in Tokyo – this is down to you and not included in the trip.
Itinerary
Jan 31: Meet at the Daiwa Roynet by Tokyo Station at 3pm. Two big vans to drive everyone’s luggage up to Aomori Spring Rockwood Hotel & Spa which will leave on this night. There’ll be a welcome dinner within walking distance of the hotel for everyone.
Feb 1: Take the bullet train to Shin-Aomori Station. We’ll walk to Tokyo Station (6 minute walk) and take the train about 3 hours to Shin-Aomori Station where a private bus will meet us and take us the rest of the way to the Aomori Spring Resort Rockwood Hotel & Spa. Dinner provided by the hotel.
Feb 2: Ski Aomori Spring (ski in/ski out), stay Rockwood Hotel. Dinner/breakfast included. Freeski day 1 – warm up!
Feb 3: Check out of Rockwood Hotel in the morning, ski Aomori Spring, load bus and depart for Appi Kogen by 2:30pm. Check in at ANA Crowne Plaza Appi Kogen at 5:30pm. Coached day 1.
Feb 4: Ski Appi Kogen (ski in/ski out), stay at ANA Crowne Plaza. Coached day 2.
Feb 5: Ski Appi Kogen, stay at ANA Crowne Plaza. Coached day 3.
Feb 6: Check out of the hotel in the morning, load up the bus and depart for Okunakayama Kogen until 3pm. Pack up and depart for Semi Onsen. Check in at Semi Onsen Ryokan at 5:45pm. Coached day 4.
Feb 7: Ski Geto Kogen, stay at Semi Onsen Coached day 5
Feb 8: Check out of the hotel in the morning, load up the bus, and then ski Geto Kogen (coached day 6) before heading back to Kitakami Station and taking the bullet train back to Tokyo Station. Check into the Daiwa Roynet by Tokyo Station. Final group farewell dinner is arranged.
Feb 9: Trip ends, everyone goes their separate ways.
Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31 – Feb 9, 2027Published Date field "31/01/2027 - 09/02/2027". The page shows "This course is no longer available" in place of the booking box, so this departure is Sold Out; the CHF5499 price is still printed in the page's own Cost & Itinerary text. | 2026/27 | TBD | 5,499 CHFTotal cost – CHF5499. This price includes almost everything except your flights. The price is based on shared twin room accommodation. | Sold Out | Book on company website |
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 2, 2026.
Good To Know
Total cost – CHF5499
This price includes almost everything except your flights.
The price is based on shared twin room accommodation. If you would prefer a single occupancy room, please get in touch.
You’ll enjoy 7 days of skiing, with the first day dedicated to a relaxed warm-up to shake off the jet lag and explore the slopes at your own pace. After that, it’s 6 full days of expert, powder-focused coaching across four fantastic resorts—each offering something different and special.
We would incredibly highly recommend getting some pre-Japan training in with us in Verbier before hand too if at all possible!
Note that this Tokyo hotel does not serve breakfast—there is a cafe in the hotel so guests will be expected to purchase their own brekky/coffee.