Asahidake & Hokkaido
Winter Tours — 2026–27 Prices Asobi Master®
Private winter days in Asahikawa, Higashikawa, and Asahidake—scoped for riders who already ski well at resorts and want a licensed local mentor, not a mystery group. You bring the time window; we bring the terrain judgment, safety systems, and clear written terms so the only decision left is which program fits. Browse 2026–27 options below, then book when the date is right.
Asobi Master® — operated through 北海道国際アドベンチャーマスターズ株式会社 (Hokkaido International Adventure Masters Co., Ltd.), a registered Japanese company, with unrestricted work authorization under Japanese immigration law. Native English-speaking guide and instructor holding AAI Professional Level 1 (avalanche) and WMAI Instructor certification (Wilderness EMT Certified). Legal·Legit·Local™.
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Asahidake Freeride
Ride the Volcano：Private Freeride Laps on Hokkaido’s Highest Peak
A focused, private freeride day on Asahidake, Hokkaido’s highest peak and an active volcano. This program is for strong resort riders seeking guided off-piste lines, local decision-making, and high-quality snow—all lift-served (plus short bootpacks), without committing to a full touring day.
Your day, your way.
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Backcountry Basics - Asahidake
Backcountry Basics is a small-group, field-based introduction to responsible winter backcountry travel around Asahidake Ropeway. The session is designed to help participants build practical skills, confidence, and good habits before progressing deeper into backcountry environments with appropriate training and experience, or enrolling in a formal avalanche certification course.
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Go With The Snow - Asahikawa Flexible Resort Day
Cozy, private guiding based in Asahikawa—chasing the day’s best snow with certified local decision-making. Small groups only, we ride the best the day will provide!!
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Snowshoe - For YOU!
Snowshoe - For YOU is an experience-focused, learning-light introduction to Hokkaido’s pristine winter landscapes. Designed for guests who are not confident skiers or snowboarders, this private outing ensures you can enjoy the mountains safely and comfortably.
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Custom Programs
Custom programs are where we slow things down, ask better questions, and build something that actually fits — the people, the season, the conditions, and the realities on the ground. Done right, the planning itself is part of the adventure.
Winter Guided Programs — 2026–27 Prices
Asahidake, Higashikawa & Asahikawa, Hokkaido · Japanese yen, incl. 10% consumption tax · Updated October 2026
Asahidake Freeride
¥130,000 per group, per day
- Flat rate for 1–4 guests, all season
- 5th guest +¥20,000 by prior agreement
- Meet at Asahidake Ropeway base station, 08:30
- Avalanche kit rental ¥5,000 per person, per day
Backcountry Basics
¥16,500 per person
- Full avalanche kit included
- 2-seat minimum — solo riders book 2 seats (¥33,000); session guaranteed to run
- Private session, all 4 seats: ¥66,000
- Skills practice under mentorship, not a certification course
Go With The Snow
| 1 guest | ¥120,000 |
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| 2 guests | ¥132,000 |
| 3 guests | ¥141,000 |
- Youth rate: from ¥8,000 per child, per day
- Extended hours ¥25,000 per hour
- Local pickup in the Asahikawa–Higashikawa area as part of the guided day
- Lift tickets not included
Snowshoe For YOU
| 1 guest | ¥40,000 |
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| 2 guests | ¥30,000 each |
| 3 guests | ¥20,000 each |
| 4 guests | ¥15,000 each |
- Snowshoes and poles included; no experience needed
- Local pickup in the Asahikawa–Higashikawa area as part of the guided program
Every program: maximum 4 guests per guide, never mixed groups · lead guide with wilderness medical training, founder-led (Wilderness EMT) unless disclosed · general liability insurance ¥500,000,000 per occurrence · every guest enrolled in Japanese domestic accident insurance · your own travel insurance required. Asahidake season 20 December – early May. Full payment confirms your date; written terms provided at booking.
“Great guy, very knowledgeable and
patient. Highly recommended.”
Dirk Bischof on Google.
“Mick is a fantastic adventure guide. He knows the area incredibly well. I felt very safe under his guidance and learned a lot. I will definitely book another tour with him.
Kaytlin McCune on Google.
Awesome native English-speaking adventure guide with us when we went snowshoeing in Sapporo. Extremely knowledgeable, professional, and fun as well. Would highly recommended”
Will Tang on Google.
“Trained with him for snowboard instruction. Good dude. Trustworthy. Knows his game. You can count on him to deliver what you pay for.”
Jaehyung Cho on Google.
Legal・Legit・Local™
Asobi Master® is a Higashikawa-based private guide, operated through a registered Japanese company with unrestricted work authorization in Japan. Legal·Legit·Local™ means the company is registered here, the guide holds AAI Professional Level 1 and WMAI Instructor certification (Wilderness EMT), and the programs run locally on Asahidake, in Asahikawa, and across Hokkaido. If you are comparing a private ski day or a custom Hokkaido adventure, book the operator you can verify: a local company, named credentials, and a real address in Japan.
We operate under the highest safety and professional standards. Our programs are fully licensed, our guides are internationally certified, and our deep local knowledge ensures authentic experiences that respect both nature and community.