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, Tochidake, PLUS many other easily accessible locations, all within 30mins - 1 hours drive from Asahikawa or Furano.

Asahikawa and Furano are smack bang in the middle of the deepest japow areas Hokkaido has to offer, but without the crowds. Both Furano and Asahikawa city have great local vibes, cozy restaurants & bars. Both towns are 35-40 mins away from Asahikawa international airport, making it an attractive alternative to Chitose airport.

Whether you are staying in Furano or Asahikawa, we got you covered!

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 $295 USD (¥45,000 yen) per day for 1 x person. Two people from 60,000 yen per day

Prices include: Pick-up / drop-off from your accommodation, Full-day tour, lift passes, water, snacks...huge smiles!

Backcountry gear: Avalanche pack, (beacon, shovel, probe) available for rent (5,000 yen per day)

**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)

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HOT WAXING SERVICE - ¥5,500 (includes pickup & drop off in Asahikawa)

Many people seek out waxing before a perfect snowboard ride. Are you one of them? You'll love our traditional Japanese glide wax.

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OUR BACKCOUNTRY TOURS

LIFT ASSISTED BACKCOUNTRY AT ASAHIDAKE - ¥48,000 yen for 1 x person (per day)

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.

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LIFT-ASSISTED BACKCOUNTRY AT FURANO - ¥48,000 yen for 1 x person (per day)

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.

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KURODAKE BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURE - ¥45,000 yen for 1 x person (per day)

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 - ¥45,000 yen for 1 x person (per day)

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

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CENTRAL HOKKAIDO HIDDEN GEMS - ¥45,000 yen for 1 x person (per day)

Beyond the big-name ski areas, Central Hokkaido’s many smaller resorts 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.