Hakkoda Private Guiding PackagesTram accessed backcountry touring // Airport or train station pickup & drop off // accommodation and 2 meals a day // Don't get closed out on a storm day--our base is within range of multiple resorts
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The write-up
Hakkoda, the crowning jewel of skiing in Tohoku, is a mountain that must be experienced rather than described. Between the endless magically spaced trees, the legendary amounts of powder, and the runs off the backside to our waiting shuttle vehicle, one can easily spend many days over many seasons at Hakkoda and not run out of new nooks and crannies to explore.
Which is why, if you're considering riding at Hakkoda, a guide is a must to get the full experience. This is an inclusive private guiding package that makes your trip to Hakkoda smooth and easy. The trip includes pickup by private transfer, a stay in high-end accommodation, all lift tickets, daily dinner and breakfast, guiding by a local Japanese guide (with just enough English to communicate the necessities), and pickup by an English speaking JST host who will get you oriented on Day 1. This trip bases out of the historical city of Hirosaki which is advantageous because, in the event that Hakkoda is stormed out (which can happen often, depending on the season), we are easily within range of Aomori Spring Resort which also has some legendary lift-accessed powder. |
The specs
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Private Guide Package Types & Details
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Meet and Greet > Transfer to Hotel > Trip Orientation
There are three options to meet the guide:
A JST host will meet you on Day One and get you oriented to your hotel. Note that the JST Host is there for the first day only--after that you'll be in the care of our Japanese partner who will guide you on the mountain and drop you off in the evening at your hotel.
For more specifics on the meeting location, check out the trip logistics page here!
Day 2: Stay in historical Hirosaki and ski Hakkoda and/or Aomori Spring resorts as conditions warrant
These days are full guided days based out of the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki. The objective is tram or lift-accessed backcountry at either of these locations. Note that backcountry gear is required for this trip. There is no good skiing in this region without backcountry touring equipment.
Day 3: Check out in the morning, ski, then drop off
On the morning of the last day, you will check out of the hotel, load your bags into the car, and go for your final day of skiing. You will be dropped off at either Shin-Aomori Station (with direct bullet train access to Tokyo or Hokkaido) or AOJ Airport. The times for the drop off are flexible depending on your departure plans, but will be no later than 4:30pm from either the airport or train station.
There are three options to meet the guide:
- Meet at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport at 4pm
- Meet in the lobby of the Art Hotel in Hirosaki at 5pm (best option for those with a car)
A JST host will meet you on Day One and get you oriented to your hotel. Note that the JST Host is there for the first day only--after that you'll be in the care of our Japanese partner who will guide you on the mountain and drop you off in the evening at your hotel.
For more specifics on the meeting location, check out the trip logistics page here!
Day 2: Stay in historical Hirosaki and ski Hakkoda and/or Aomori Spring resorts as conditions warrant
These days are full guided days based out of the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki. The objective is tram or lift-accessed backcountry at either of these locations. Note that backcountry gear is required for this trip. There is no good skiing in this region without backcountry touring equipment.
Day 3: Check out in the morning, ski, then drop off
On the morning of the last day, you will check out of the hotel, load your bags into the car, and go for your final day of skiing. You will be dropped off at either Shin-Aomori Station (with direct bullet train access to Tokyo or Hokkaido) or AOJ Airport. The times for the drop off are flexible depending on your departure plans, but will be no later than 4:30pm from either the airport or train station.
Inclusions
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- Pickup at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport at 4pm
- Daily lift tickets
- Three days of private ski guiding by a local Japanese ski guide with enough English for the necessities. The only type of skiing on offer is backcountry touring; there is no good skiing in the region that does not require touring gear. A native English-speaking JST host will pick you up on Day 1 and get you oriented.
- All transportation is by private vehicle
- Three nights at the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki
- Daily breakfast and dinner buffets provided by the hotel. This is a total of 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
- Drop off at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport. The drop off time will be after the final day of skiing, and can be flexible with your departure schedule, but will be no later than a drop off at 4:30pm.
Not included:
- Transportation to the pickup location
- Avalanche safety sets are required to go into any side-country or backcountry. If you don't have your own, you can rent during the checkout process.
- No touring gear rentals are available. You must bring your own AT skis or splitboards.
Lodging
Introducing the four-star Hirosaki Art Hotel
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The four-star rated Art Hotel is located strategically between Hakkoda and Aomori Spring resorts, offering you the flexibility of skiing either resort depending on the conditions.
The hotel itself is full service and includes all the amenities you would expect from a legacy Big Hotel. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms and showers. Breakfast and dinner is provided by the hotel; they serve up a variety of buffet options both Western and Japanese food. See the food options here. Check out the hotel website here |
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Pricing
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- All pricing includes 13% tax/fees
Cancellation policy:
- Up to 4 months before your trip date: 25% cancellation fee
- 2-4 months before your trip date: 50% cancellation fee
- Less than 2 months before your trip date: Cancellations made with less than two months of advanced notice will not be refunded. Unfortunately, due to the time- sensitive nature of our business, and the difficulty in re-booking a trip close to the departure date, we cannot make exceptions to this policy.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Meet and Greet > Transfer to Hotel > Trip Orientation
There are three options to meet the guide:
A JST host will meet you on Day One and get you oriented to your hotel. Note that the JST Host is there for the first day only--after that you'll be in the care of our Japanese partner who will guide you on the mountain and drop you off in the evening at your hotel.
For more specifics on the meeting location, check out the trip logistics page here!
Day 2-3: Stay in historical Hirosaki and ski Hakkoda and/or Aomori Spring resorts as conditions warrant
These days are full guided days based out of the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki. The objective is tram or lift-accessed backcountry at either of these locations. Note that backcountry gear is required for this trip. There is no good skiing in this region without backcountry touring equipment.
Day 4: Check out in the morning, ski, then drop off
On the morning of the last day, you will check out of the hotel, load your bags into the car, and go for your final day of skiing. You will be dropped off at either Shin-Aomori Station (with direct bullet train access to Tokyo or Hokkaido) or AOJ Airport. The times for the drop off are flexible depending on your departure plans, but will be no later than 4:30pm from either the airport or train station.
There are three options to meet the guide:
- Meet at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport at 4pm
- Meet in the lobby of the Art Hotel in Hirosaki at 5pm (best option for those with a car)
A JST host will meet you on Day One and get you oriented to your hotel. Note that the JST Host is there for the first day only--after that you'll be in the care of our Japanese partner who will guide you on the mountain and drop you off in the evening at your hotel.
For more specifics on the meeting location, check out the trip logistics page here!
Day 2-3: Stay in historical Hirosaki and ski Hakkoda and/or Aomori Spring resorts as conditions warrant
These days are full guided days based out of the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki. The objective is tram or lift-accessed backcountry at either of these locations. Note that backcountry gear is required for this trip. There is no good skiing in this region without backcountry touring equipment.
Day 4: Check out in the morning, ski, then drop off
On the morning of the last day, you will check out of the hotel, load your bags into the car, and go for your final day of skiing. You will be dropped off at either Shin-Aomori Station (with direct bullet train access to Tokyo or Hokkaido) or AOJ Airport. The times for the drop off are flexible depending on your departure plans, but will be no later than 4:30pm from either the airport or train station.
Inclusions
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- Pickup at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport at 4pm
- Daily lift tickets
- Three days of private ski guiding by a local Japanese ski guide with enough English for the necessities. The only type of skiing on offer is backcountry touring; there is no good skiing in the region that does not require touring gear. A native English-speaking JST host will pick you up on Day 1 and get you oriented.
- All transportation is by private vehicle
- Three nights at the Art Hotel in the historical city of Hirosaki
- Daily breakfast and dinner buffets provided by the hotel. This is a total of 3 dinners and 3 breakfasts
- Drop off at Shin-Aomori Station or AOJ Airport. The drop off time will be after the final day of skiing, and can be flexible with your departure schedule, but will be no later than a drop off at 4:30pm.
Not included:
- Transportation to the pickup location
- Avalanche safety sets are required to go into any side-country or backcountry. If you don't have your own, you can rent during the checkout process.
- No touring gear rentals are available. You must bring your own AT skis or splitboards.
Lodging
Introducing the four-star Hirosaki Art Hotel
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The four-star rated Art Hotel is located strategically between Hakkoda and Aomori Spring resorts, offering you the flexibility of skiing either resort depending on the conditions.
The hotel itself is full service and includes all the amenities you would expect from a legacy Big Hotel. All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms and showers. Breakfast and dinner is provided by the hotel; they serve up a variety of buffet options both Western and Japanese food. See the food options here. Check out the hotel website here |
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Pricing
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- All pricing includes 13% tax/fees
Cancellation policy:
- Up to 4 months before your trip date: 25% cancellation fee
- 2-4 months before your trip date: 50% cancellation fee
- Less than 2 months before your trip date: Cancellations made with less than two months of advanced notice will not be refunded. Unfortunately, due to the time- sensitive nature of our business, and the difficulty in re-booking a trip close to the departure date, we cannot make exceptions to this policy.
Click on the topics below to expand and view details. You can view more details on trip logistics here.
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