Backcountry open groups
Travelling solo and looking for some touring buddies? Our Backcountry Open Group Days are perfect for those who want to get out, explore the backcountry, and share the experience with a crew and an experienced, certified Guide.
Open group days
Winter 2026/27
3 to 6 people per day
Certified guides
Introduction
First steps outside the ski area
For people who are new to skiing/riding outside of the ski area. An intermediate to advanced level of downhill ability while skiing off-piste and in the trees is needed to participate. Short (less than 10 min) boot packs are possible, with mainly lift-accessed riding and skiing.
2027 dates
2 January 2027
14 January 2027
19 January 2027
10 February 2027
16 February 2027
¥47,000 per person
Includes tax
Mainly lift-accessed riding. Places are limited. Subject to adequate snow coverage.
Touring Intermediate
1st to 2nd season tourers
For people who have some ski touring/split boarding experience but are still in the beginner phase (1st-2nd season). Expect a slower pace and mellow angles on the skin track and some quality coaching on uphill technique. An advanced to expert downhill ability level while skiing off-piste and in the trees is needed to participate.
2027 dates
4 January 2027
12 January 2027
20 January 2027
30 January 2027
5 February 2027
12 February 2027
18 February 2027
¥47,000 per person
Includes tax
Slower pace, uphill coaching. Places are limited. Subject to adequate snow coverage.
Touring Expert / Advanced
3+ seasons of touring
For experienced backcountry skiers and splitboarders, ideally with 3+ seasons of touring under the belt. Some lift-accessed riding/skiing if there is fresh snow, but then expect longer days with plenty of vertical. Participants should feel comfortable on steep skin tracks with mandatory kick turns. An advanced to expert downhill ability level is also required.
2027 dates
9 January 2027
15 January 2027
21 January 2027
31 January 2027
2 February 2027
11 February 2027
15 February 2027
¥47,000 per person
Includes tax
Longer days with plenty of vertical. Places are limited. Subject to adequate snow coverage.
Good to know
Minimum 3, maximum 6 people
Each open group day requires a minimum of 3 people. If the day does not proceed, a refund will be given. Maximum of 6 people per day.
Avalanche safety gear
All participants must carry avalanche safety gear: beacon, shovel and probe.
Places are limited
With a maximum of 6 people per day, places are limited. Email us early to secure your spot.
Snow coverage
All open group days are subject to adequate snow coverage.
How to book
1. Email us
Email us with the tour date and the open group you would like to join.
2. Pay your invoice
We will send you an invoice for payment.
3. You are locked in
Once payment is received, your place is locked in.
Travelling solo? Find your touring crew and share the stoke with a certified guide.
Secure your spot
Places are limited. Email us with the tour date and the open group you would like to join. We will send an invoice for payment, and once payment is received, your place is locked in.