Japan Snowboard Tours
Get off the beaten path and explore one of Japan’s best kept secrets; Aizu. This region has some of the most affordable snow packages in Japan as well as easy access from Tokyo, light-dry powder snow, amazing cultural experiences and no western influence. Base yourself at one of the hotels in the Aizu region and you will enjoy access to many different ski resorts which are accessed via free shuttle buses. You can access the resorts Nekoma, Alts Bandai, Grandeco, Listel Ski Fantasia and Inawashiro Ski Park. Take a day off snow to explore Aizuwakamatsu City, an historic town from the Edo period. Visit the 600 year old Tsurugajo Castle – the symbol of Samurai City, Aizu. Renowned as an impregnable fortress, it lasted for one month against a fierce enemy siege during a civil war at the end of the Edo period. Local sake made by breweries in Aizu has be come especially popular, and has one first prize at national competitions. You can also visit ‘Kitakata’, one of 3 most famous Ramen towns in Japan. People can also enjoy ice fishing for Wakasagi on Lake Hibara.