Central Hokkaido: The Ultimate Backcountry Adventure Awaits ============================================================= Central Hokkaido (Daisetsuzan National Park, Kamui Mintara in Ainu language aka The Playground of the Gods) holds a special place in our hearts at Niseko Zen . It’s where the true spirit of backcountry in Hokkaido comes alive, far from the resort crowds and into alpine terrain rich with deep, quiet snow. Nestled around iconic zones like Furano, Asahidake,

Getting Ready to Slide We kick things off with a warm welcome at our meeting point or at your accommodation if you have arranged a pick-up . We have a quick chat to get to know each other and check to make sure your gear fits just right. Trust us, comfortable boots and a snug helmet make all the difference. Before we even think about hopping on a lift, we warm up with a few simple drills. We focus on gliding, balancing, and getting those ski legs moving. It’s all about starti

At Niseko Zen, we believe that some of the best experiences on the mountain happen far from the lifts, in the quiet folds of terrain that...