Editor’s Choice Gear 2019
If you're going to go to Hokkaido, or any other powdery locale, these are the tools you need this season.
Editor's Choice 2019
Powder Dreams in Japanese
Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan, is a powder skier's fantasy. It's time to wake up and make it your reality.
Sapporo Classic
Hokkaido's largest city offers endless Japanese culture and experiences.
Look No Further Than This Little-Known Resort For the Best Tree-Skiing in Japan
With an amusement park, tiny gondolas, and incredibly deep snow, Rusutsu Resort is unlike any ski area in the world.
World Famous Ice
Believe the hype: Sapporo's Snow Festival is an experience unto itself.
The Bear and the Melon
Just off Hokkaido's beaten path lies a totally unique ski area.
Taking Flight
The backcountry terrain near Rusutsu is especially inviting when a helicopter is involved.