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Powder perfection

Is Japan the best place to ski in the world? For us, and for all those guests we've sent to Japan over the years, the answer is a resounding "yes". Most definitely. Let us explain exactly why...

Accommodation

Why Japan?

The Japanese islands are affected by weather systems that skim the Sea of Japan on their way from the frozen land mass of Siberia – which results in some of the world’s most reliable and abundant snowfall, a predictable 12 to 18 metres every year that is kept chilled, crisp and fluffy by the cold temperatures. Therefore; lots of delicious powder, easy fresh tracks and the best gladed tree skiing you will ever experience.

Resorts

Ski Resorts in Japan

We go to the best-of-the-best of Japan's ski resorts; a unrivalled collection. For the best powder snow? We can offer vast quantities of the lightest, fluffiest snow known to humankind. Backcountry and off-piste? With volcanoes and mountains everywhere the options are limitless, with or without a chairlift.

Characterful and authentic ski villages? We know how, where and when to avoid the crowds, to discover an alternative and quirky Japan. On a shoestring or desiring of luxury? All the accommodation we suggest we've seen with our own eyes and know where to find the best value, whatever your budget.

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Resort

Resorts

On Hokkaido Island, Japan's most internationally renowned and beloved ski resort.

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Itinerary

Suggested Itineraries

Your private, tailor-made journey will offer you complete freedom of choice and there are no set departure dates or prices. Each itinerary is unique and you don't need to follow a set template - just allow our years of experience help to plan it with you.

 

Below are three of our most popular itineraries (there are more sample itineraries if you follow the link). They are suggested itineraries only, shown merely to give you a flavour of what is possible and each can be tailored to suit you. 

The Japan Itinerary - Itinerary
Suggested Itinerary

The Japan Itinerary

Our variation of the ‘classic’ Japan itinerary – upgraded, enriched, and avoiding the clichéd.

2 weeks
Tokyo – Hakone – Takayama – Kyoto - Hiroshima & Miyajima - Osaka
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Bygone Japan - Itinerary
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Bygone Japan

Focussing on traditional Japan – geisha districts, shrines, ryokans & ancient pilgrimage route...

15 days
Tokyo - Yudanaka Onsen - Kanazawa – Takayama – Matsumoto – Kiso Valley – Kyoto
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Very happy honeymooners...

Wonderful experience from start to finish. The information they send you is like your Bible when you are out there. It has everything in you will need, from hotel addresses to train times, to advice about what to do whilst you're there. Trust the binder! Definitely will be using them for my next Japan trip.

Ashleigh  ·  United States

I can’t rate Different Snow highly enough...

Different Snow put together a well thought out and carefully researched tailored three week trip. Their recommendations for hotels, sightseeing, entertainment and dining were spot on.

David  ·  U.K.

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How to book

It's pretty straight forward. You simply need to take the first step by getting in contact with us...

Contact

Give us a call, or fill in the enquiry form, or send us an email. We’ll listen, give advice and make suggestions.

Itinerary

We create a tailor-made itinerary proposal and email this to you. Together, we then refine it until it is just as you want.

Deposit

A 20% deposit secures the booking. The balance payment is not due until 10 weeks before departure.

Travel

We post out your comprehensive travel pack, and then you travel in Japan under the care of our various local partners.