Niseko Backcountry Tours

Have an expert guide you to secret powder stashes, hidden terrain and teach you how to use important backcountry equipment like probes and avalanche beacons. Combine the best powder skiing of your life with an educational experience that will continue paying dividends for the rest of your ski career. A variety of mountains are available to ensure great weather conditions and the type of terrain you’re looking for.

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HPG - Hanazono Powder Guides

Hanazono Powder Guides (HPG) is the only official resort-operated backcountry guiding company in Niseko. Working alongside ski patrol, lift operators, and groomers give us a unique advantage to provide the best equipped and safest tour to the best spots of the day. Their guides all have experience living in Niseko, unlike many other guiding companies' staff in the area. Who better to show you the secrets of the mountain than a true local that has been living here? Choose HPG for an authentic Japanese powder experience.

Only available with HPG, you have the option of “First tracks” in Hanazono on all private tours. Starting at 7.30am you can ride the best lines before the resort opens to the public.

Private Tours

Tour	Duration	Price	Starting time	Guiding Area
Private Full Day Tour	6 Hours	¥110,000 (1-4 guests/1 guide)*	Anytime between 7:30am ~ 8:30am	Niseko United - Lift assisted Backcountry Access / Inbound Tour
Powder 3 Dayz	6 Hours x 3 days	¥240,000 (1-4 guests/1 guide)* Additional Full Day Tour: ¥80,000 each	Anytime between 7:40am ~ 8:30am	Niseko United - Lift assisted Backcountry Access / Inbound Tour Rusutsu Resort* - Inbound Off Piste Tour
Extra Guide**	4.5 Hours 6 Hours	¥35,000 ¥40,000

• Pick up and drop off service from your accommodation for all tours
• All Avalanche Safety Equipment included in the Tour cost

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Rhythm Rides

Operating dates: December 16th, 2024 - March 31st, 2025

Operating periods are adjusted depending on resort operating changes, snow conditions & other operational matters.

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Niseko Black

Open up The Niseko Backcountry and far beyond. Being able to explore with no boundaries, deep into the wilderness with only the sound of nature for company, makes for a truly unforgettable experience. Options include hikes close to the resort and those atop Hokkaido’s highest mountains to find the best snow.