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Location
Japan
Type
Backcountry Expedition
Minimum Ride Level
Inclusions
Exclusions
Addons
*To fully enjoy yourself on this trip, we recommend a minimum level 3 riding level
Sapporo Backcountry Expedition
Our most advanced experience, reserved for the strongest and most experienced riders. For most of the week you’ll chase lift-accessed powder, trees and off-piste across Sapporo’s home mountains and Rusutsu, hunting untracked lines all day without the hike. What sets this trip apart is one dedicated day of proper backcountry touring, stepping through the gates at Teine or Kokusai and leaving the resort behind entirely. That one day is something special. Out beyond the lifts and the crowds, you’ll earn your turns and ride untouched powder few people ever get to see. Our guides don’t just show you the lines — they teach you how to move safely in the mountains: how to use avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, probe and shovel), how to read terrain and snowpack, and how to navigate the backcountry. It’s a rare chance to ride somewhere genuinely wild and come away a more complete, more capable rider. If you’ve already ridden everything the resort can throw at you and you’re ready for the real thing, this is the experience for you. One thing to know before you book: the touring day means earning your turns the hard way — hiking and skinning uphill to reach untouched terrain. You’ll need to be backcountry-fit and comfortable spending the day on a splitboard with skins, or touring skis/snowshoes, away from the lifts.
Social Aspect
05
Shared spaces naturally encourage conversations and friendships
Group Size
1
HOST
:
6
GUESTS
Split up into your skill levels with a host to show you around the mountains suitable for your level
Accommodation Type
Apartment with Private Onsen
Spacious apartment featuring your own private hot spring
Inclusions
2 Way Private transfers from Chitose Airport
6 Nights twin share in townhouse
4-day lift pass in Sapporo
1-day lift pass Rusutsu
5 Days of riding
1-day Backcountry Tour
4 x half day mountain hosting by TRS Hosts
Daily private transport to the slopes and restaurants
Add Ons
Gear Rental
Snowboard equipment and apparel rental
Exclusions
Flights & train tickets
Travel Insurance
Food and personal expenses
Ski/snowboard lessons
Highlights
WHERE THE REAL ADVENTURE BEGINS
Spend the week chasing powder across Hokkaido before venturing beyond the resort boundary for a dedicated day in the backcountry. No lift lines. No marked runs. Just untouched snow, incredible terrain and the rare opportunity to experience Japan’s mountains in their wildest form.
Check-in & Chill out
Meet the group at New Chitose Airport (CTS) and hop on our private shuttle directly to our private townhouses. After check-in, get to know the team and your group for the week, and settle in for a big week of riding ahead!
Private Shuttle Pick up
CTS Airport
Arrive & Check in
Sapporo Townhouse
Welcome briefing by the hosts
Sapporo Townhouse
Dinner
Local spot!
Get ready to go deep
Expect a powder-led road trip across the city’s home mountains and beyond. 4 days of the week will be spent chasing lift-accessed powder, trees and off-piste — dropping into Kokusai’s dry-powder tree stashes, Teine’s in-bounds steeps and sidecountry, and out to Rusutsu for its never ending tree runs.
The highlight comes midweek, conditions permitting: a full day of backcountry touring through the resort gates, earning untracked turns while our guides cover avalanche safety, terrain reading and navigation. Evenings are for soaking in the private onsen and heading into Sapporo for dinner, before doing it all again the next day.
IMPORTANT: Take note that no lessons are provided for in this experience and you’ll need to be comfortable off piste, in powder and trees. If you are not at the skill level required for the terrain, your hosts have the discretion to recommend for you to sit out of the a portion of the itinerary for your safety.
Morning Mountain Orientation
Ride out with your hosts in small groups by skill level. Your hosts will guide you to the best lines for your ability, show you how to get around the slopes safely —and help you level up through the week.
Afternoon Free & Easy
grab lunch, continue riding with new friends, go back to our favorite runs or start apres-ski early – it’s up to you!
Evening
Unwind at Sapporo City’s onsens and izakaya-s after the slopes, or head back to the townhouses to whip up your own meal – it’s your choice!
Check Out
Just like that, it’s Saturday again and you’ll be off to your next adventure, on or off the board – but this is not goodbye, it’s see you again! If you’re heading to another location and would like to arrange for Ta-Q-Bin/ Black Cat to do a pick up for your bags, we’ll bring you to the nearest outpost on Friday evening before 6PM.
Departure
Sapporo Townhouse
Arrival
CTS Airport
5 days of riding: 4 half hosted days and 1 backcountry expedition
*Our itinerary is weather-dependent and will be tailored to the group’s overall skill level and safety.
Day 2 (Mon): Half day mountain Orientation
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort
Day 3 (Tues): Half day mountain Orientation
Sapporo Teine Resort
Day 4 (Wed): Backcountry day
Backcountry Expedition (subject to change)
Day 5 (Thur): Half day mountain Orientation
External Day trip: Rusutsu!
Day 6 (Fri): Half day mountain Orientation
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort
Information
Arrival & Departure
departure
Take the TRS private shuttle to CTS Airport
Pick up
Sapporo Townhouse
1 hr
Drop off
CTS Airport
Accommodation
Sapporo Townhouse
Your home for this trip is a private townhouse-style stay in Sapporo. You’ll share a townhouse with five of your trip mates — six per apartment — with the rest of the group right next door. It’s an intimate, comfortable base to come back to after a day on the snow: easy evenings in the dining area, your own private onsen to soak away tired legs, and daily trips into Sapporo for dinner — ramen counters, izakayas and the city’s buzzing food scene — before doing it all again tomorrow.
Rooms & facilities:
Twin rooms throughout, six guests per townhouse, with a dining area and kitchenette, shared toilets and showers, and — the highlight — a private onsen to soak in after a day on the mountain.
Single slot in Twin Share Room
Early Bird: $2990 per pax (U.P: $3190)
Up to 2 pax per room
Single slot in Twin Share Room
Early Bird: $2990 per pax (U.P: $3190)
Up to 2 pax per room
You’ve asked for more ways to explore the mountains and this season, we’re making it happen. With a 7d6n itinerary starting this season, this means you can travel *between* our destinations and take in the sights of Japan without worrying about rushing on your holiday! From camps that open up progression across more levels – think carving, tree riding, even backcountry – to exploration experiences and expeditions designed to take you deeper into the mountains – you can experience it all, or as much as possible.
More ways to ride, more ways to progress – if this sounds like your kind of season, you’ll want in early.
Early Bird Sale begins 1 July, 4pm.
First Dibs go live on 30 June!
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort
One of Hokkaido’s snowiest ski resorts, Sapporo Kokusai is known for its reliable powder, wide groomed slopes and uncrowded atmosphere. The resort features 30KM of trails across all ability levels, with plenty of mellow terrain for progression and tree-lined runs to explore after a fresh snowfall.
Sapporo Teine
Home to the alpine events of the 1972 Winter Olympics, Sapporo Teine offers some of the most varied terrain in the region. Rising to 1,023m above sea level, the resort combines long cruising groomers, challenging steeper sections and stunning views overlooking the Sea of Japan from the summit.
Rusutsu Resort
One of Japan’s most renowned ski resorts, Rusutsu spans three interconnected mountains with 42KM of trails and 37 lifts. Famous for its perfectly spaced tree runs, deep powder and varied terrain, the resort offers everything from wide-open groomers to natural features that keep every run interesting.
Local Gem – Night Ski
One of the nights will be special. We’ll take you night skiing to a special resort that overlooks the entire city. Be marvelled as the sun sets and the city of Sapporo lights up in front of you.
01
Find your crew
Come solo or bring your crew—our hosted trips and camps are all about good vibes, shared rides, and late-night hangs.
02
From piste to powder & tree runs
Our hosts will guide you through all terrain types based on your skill level. Whether you prefer to take it chill or have an appetite for adventure, you’ll be in good hands.
03
Ride our lines
We read the weather, track the snow, and scope out the best lines—so you don’t have to. Ride with us and unlock secret stashes and local favourites most never find.
04
Level up and push your boundaries
From steeper runs to side hits and beginner park laps, our hosts will progressively challenge you throughout the week.
05
Find your crew
Come solo or bring your crew—our hosted trips and camps are all about good vibes, shared rides, and late-night hangs.
01
From piste to powder & tree runs
Our hosts will guide you through all terrain types based on your skill level. Whether you prefer to take it chill or have an appetite for adventure, you’ll be in good hands.
02
Ride our lines
We read the weather, track the snow, and scope out the best lines—so you don’t have to. Ride with us and unlock secret stashes and local favourites most never find.
03
Level up and push your boundaries
From steeper runs to side hits and beginner park laps, our hosts will progressively challenge you throughout the week.
04
Find your crew
Come solo or bring your crew—our hosted trips and camps are all about good vibes, shared rides, and late-night hangs.
05
From piste to powder & tree runs
Our hosts will guide you through all terrain types based on your skill level. Whether you prefer to take it chill or have an appetite for adventure, you’ll be in good hands.
01
Ride our lines
We read the weather, track the snow, and scope out the best lines—so you don’t have to. Ride with us and unlock secret stashes and local favourites most never find.
02
Level up and push your boundaries
From steeper runs to side hits and beginner park laps, our hosts will progressively challenge you throughout the week.
03
Find your crew
Come solo or bring your crew—our hosted trips and camps are all about good vibes, shared rides, and late-night hangs.
04
From piste to powder & tree runs
Our hosts will guide you through all terrain types based on your skill level. Whether you prefer to take it chill or have an appetite for adventure, you’ll be in good hands.
05
Ride our lines
We read the weather, track the snow, and scope out the best lines—so you don’t have to. Ride with us and unlock secret stashes and local favourites most never find.
01
Level up and push your boundaries
From steeper runs to side hits and beginner park laps, our hosts will progressively challenge you throughout the week.
