Multi-day private guiding
Ride Central Hokkaido’s world-renowned powder with a private Mint guide. Based in Asahikawa, our team will take you straight to the best snow—whether that’s deep resort laps, sidecountry lines, or full backcountry missions. With unmatched local knowledge, a focus on safety, and a deep passion for the mountains, we’ll tailor each day to suit your goals and the conditions. From first tracks to last lift, it’s all about maximizing your time on snow.
Mint Powder Guides
Lift-Accessed Backcountry Guiding
This guided day gets you beyond the ropes and into quality backcountry terrain. No long hikes, just fast laps and untouched snow. Our Asahikawa-based guides have the intel. They track storms in real time and know exactly where to go when it’s on. You’ll get picked up from your accommodation and driven to the resort with the best conditions. No rental car or logistics needed. This is the low-stress, high-reward way to ride with someone who truly knows the zone.
Mint Powder Guides
Backcountry Guiding
Escape the resorts and spend a guided day touring the deep zones of the Asahikawa region on splitboard or touring skis. From Asahidake to hidden roadside spots, this area offers diverse terrain and consistently deep snow for riders who want to explore beyond the boundaries. Your certified guide tracks storm cycles and snow conditions in real time, choosing the best zone each day so you’re always in the right place when it’s firing. Free transport from Asahikawa is included, giving you access to remote terrain without the hassle of rental cars.
Mint Powder Guides
Resort Guiding
Maximize your riding time in the Asahikawa region. A resort guiding day is the fastest way to find the best in-bounds and off-piste terrain. With access to multiple local resorts, your guide will track snowfall and weather in real time, then drive you to where the conditions are best. Once on the mountain, they’ll share local knowledge to help you uncover powder stashes, tree runs, and hidden lines within the resort boundaries. This is the easiest way to ride more, explore further, and skip the crowds, with free transportation from Asahikawa included.
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Coaching and Progression
Designed for intermediate snowboarders, this is a full day of on-snow coaching focused on building confidence and control in off-piste terrain. Ride with a qualified coach who will give you practical tips and feedback as you explore one of the many resorts around Asahikawa. You'll develop techniques for riding in trees, deep powder, and variable snow, all while learning how to move more efficiently and fluidly through off-piste terrain. Your guide will monitor snowfall and weather and drive you to the resort with the best conditions on the day. Includes free transportation from Asahikawa.
Mint Powder Guides
Introduction to Backcountry
Start your journey into the backcountry
This guided day is designed for riders who are new to touring. The experience focuses on the fundamentals, covering basic equipment use, route selection, safety, and technique, while enjoying short hikes and mellow turns in untracked snow. Your guide will tailor the pace and terrain to match your group’s ability, fitness, and goals, making it the perfect first step toward future backcountry adventures. Free transportation from Asahikawa is included, so you can focus on learning and riding without the hassle of logistics.