YABAI TOURS

EPIC! CENTRAL HOKKAIDO SNOW ADVENTURES
SINGLE OR MULTI DAY 'LIFT ASSISTED' BACKCOUNTRY TOURS

Coming to Asahikawa, Furano or Central Hokkaido, and don't have the time, money or energy for a full week of touring? We may have the answer for you!

We provide English and Japanese guided ski & snowboard tours on: Furano resort, Asahidake Ropeway, Kurodake Ropeway, Kamui ski links, Pipu ski resort, PLUS many other easily accessible locations, all within 30mins - 1 hours drive from Asahikawa.

Why Asahikawa? It's smack bang in the middle of the deepest japow areas Hokkaido has to offer, but without the crowds. Asahikawa city has great local vibes, but still sizey enough to have countless restaurants & bars. It also has its own international airport only 30 mins drive from the city, making it an attractive alternative to Chitose airport.

90% of our destinations are lift accessible, with only a little boot-packing at a few resorts. The most boot packing is at Asahidake). You won't need skins, snowshoes or poles (unless we take you on a full-backcountry tour eg: Kurodake or Tochidake)

Our experienced guides will pick you up from your accommodation and deliver you to the best locations of the day. We are from Asahikawa and live here all year round so we know where to go! Deep japow, tree runs, hits, pillows and bowls are awaiting you!

**All inclusive prices start from only $350 USD (¥52,000 yen) per day for 1 or 2 x people (click here for locations and )

Prices include: Pick-up / drop-off from your accommodation, lift passes, Avalanche pack, (beacon, shovel, probe), water, snacks,...huge smiles!

**Bonus FREE high quality random videos and pictures (taken by our guides: phone shots, insta360 and GoPro are carried on tour) Evidence of your epic turns!

Not included: Lunch at resort, Compulsory Personal off-piste snow-sports insurance (each rider must provide their own) Back-country extras: skins, snowshoes, poles (we can provide rentals for an extra fee)

OUR BACKCOUNTRY TOURS

LIFT ASSISTED BACKCOUNTRY AT ASAHIDAKE - ¥55,000 (for 1 or 2 people)

Step into Hokkaido's highest mountain peak and experience the ultimate powder playground. With the Asahidake ropeway carrying you straight into the alpine zone, you’ll trade long approaches for maximum laps in Hokkaido’s deepest snow. Towering volcanic peaks, steaming vents, and perfectly spaced trees set the stage for a day of pure adventure. Guided by Yabai Tours, you’ll discover secret stashes, ride safely, and enjoy the kind of Japow dreams that skiers and riders travel the world to chase.

ASAHIDAKE
LIFT-ASSISTED BACKCOUNTRY AT FURANO - ¥55,000 (for 1 or 2 people)

Experience the best of both worlds at Furano — fast lift access straight into legendary powder and backcountry gates leading to endless terrain. From wide-open bowls to perfectly spaced birch trees and long, flowing ridgelines, Furano offers something for every skier and rider. With Yabai Tours, you’ll maximize your time in the snow, discover hidden routes, and explore safely under the guidance of experienced backcountry professionals.

FURANO

KURODAKE BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURE - ¥55,000 (for 1 or 2 people)

For those seeking steeper lines and big-mountain terrain, Kurodake delivers. With its ropeway and chairlift whisking you straight into alpine terrain, this mountain offers direct access to deep powder, steep couloirs, and long descents in the heart of the Daisetsuzan Range. With Yabai Tours, you’ll unlock Kurodake’s raw, untamed beauty in safety and style — an unforgettable backcountry experience.

KURODAKE

KAMUI SKI LINKS BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURE - ¥52,000 (for 1 or 2 people)

Just 30 minutes from Asahikawa, Kamui Ski Links is the perfect mix of convenience and world-class powder. With quick lift access, you’ll drop into the legendary back bowl and discover hidden stashes scattered through Kamui’s easily accessible sidecountry. Guided by Yabai Tours, you’ll unlock secret lines, ride safely, and enjoy one of Hokkaido’s most underrated powder gems.

Kamui ski links

CENTRAL HOKKAIDO HIDDEN GEMS - ¥52,000 (for 1 or 2 people)

Beyond the big-name ski areas, Central Hokkaido’s many smaller resorts like 'Pippu' hide some of the region’s best-kept secrets. With quick lift access into deep Japow, playful sidecountry, and diverse terrain, these resorts offer untouched powder and fewer crowds. Guided by Yabai Tours, you’ll explore hidden bowls, tree runs, and natural features — discovering why these smaller mountains deliver some of the most rewarding days in Hokkaido.

HIDDEN GEMS

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woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Super friendly guys. Got us straight into Furano powder stashes. Highly recommend!

Daniel Whittaker

A snowy scene featuring a traditional Japanese building with thick layers of snow covering its roof. Illuminated signs with Japanese characters are visible, casting a warm glow on the snow-covered surfaces. The dimly lit street on the left hints at an urban setting.
A snowy scene featuring a traditional Japanese building with thick layers of snow covering its roof. Illuminated signs with Japanese characters are visible, casting a warm glow on the snow-covered surfaces. The dimly lit street on the left hints at an urban setting.

Our first time to Central Hokkaido! We did the 'hidden gems' lift-assisted tour. Was totally worth it not having to go searching for the good spots!

Peg Drummond

A group of four people wearing colorful winter clothing engage in a mountaineering or skiing adventure on a snow-covered mountain slope. The slope is steep, with visible tracks in the snow indicating their path. Jagged rocks protrude through the snow, adding to the rugged terrain.
A group of four people wearing colorful winter clothing engage in a mountaineering or skiing adventure on a snow-covered mountain slope. The slope is steep, with visible tracks in the snow indicating their path. Jagged rocks protrude through the snow, adding to the rugged terrain.
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