First Tracks Japan

Multi-Day Tours

Ride More. Explore More.

Our multi-day experiences are designed for those who want more than just a single day on the mountain. By riding across multiple days, we can follow the best conditions, explore different areas, and create a more complete experience in Japan’s mountains.

Each tour is flexible and built around weather, snow conditions, and your goals — not a fixed itinerary.

Choose Your Experience

Whether you are looking to build confidence off-piste, improve your riding in more advanced terrain, chase the best snow conditions across multiple resorts, or create a fully personalized trip, we offer four different multi-day experiences designed around different riding styles, goals, and levels of flexibility. From progression-focused coaching to powder-hunting road trips, each experience combines riding, local knowledge, and the unique mountain culture of Central Japan.

Foundations

Build confidence on and beyond the groomers.
A progression-focused experience designed for riders looking to improve their technique.

Progression

Ride more challenging terrain with confidence A step up from Foundations, focused on improving decision-making, movement, and efficiency in more advanced terrain and conditions.

First Tracks Unlimited

Chase the best snow conditions across multiple resorts A flexible multi-day riding experience focused on finding the best available conditions each day.

Custom Experiences

Build your own trip in Japan
Fully customizable experiences combining riding, travel, sightseeing, and local culture.

Best For

• Begginers/Intermediates
• First-time off-piste riders
• Guests wanting coaching and progression
• Riders looking to gain confidence in new terrain

Best For

• Intermediate to advanced riders
• Guests with previous powder or touring experience
• Riders wanting to improve their off-piste abilities
• Stronger riders looking for guided progression

Best For

• Powder-focused riders
• Strong intermediate to advanced riders
• Guests wanting variety and flexibility
• Riders wanting to explore multiple resorts during one trip

Best For

• Families
• Mixed ability groups
• Couples and private groups
• Travelers wanting a personalized itinerary
• Guests looking for a mix of riding and cultural experiences

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7-Day Itinerary

  • Arrival in Yudanaka
  • Check-in at the Hotel
  • Welcome meeting & trip overview
  • Welcome dinner
  • Morning pickup and transfer to resort
  • Terrain selected based on conditions
  • Focus:
    • Warm-up runs
    • Technique adjustment
    • First off-piste introduction
  • Afternoon freeriding / exploration
  • Return to Yudanaka
  • Onsen & dinner
  • Resort selection based on snowfall 
  • Focus:
    • Finding the best snow
    • Tree runs / off-piste terrain
    • Building confidence
  • Optional short hike depending on group level
  • Evening: onsen and local dining
  • Flexible plan depending on weather and energy levels

Option A – Full Riding Day

  • Continue exploring new resorts
  • Backcountry tour

Option B – Mixed Day

  • Half-day riding
  • Afternoon visit to:
    • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    • or relax in local onsen
  • Dedicated day to chase the best available conditions
  • Resort choice may vary (Nagano / Niigata region)

Focus:

  • Deeper terrain
  • Better line selection
  • More fluid riding
  • Last day riding based on group preference:
    • Freeride laps
    • Technique refinement
    • Favourite zones revisit
  • Finish early afternoon
  • Return to Yudanaka
  • Final onsen & group dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Check-out from the hotel
  • Departure
  • Resorts and daily plans are flexible and condition-dependent
  • Cultural visits are optional and can be adjusted to the group

14-Day Itinerary

  • Arrival in Yudanaka
  • Check-in at the Hotel
  • Welcome meeting & trip overview
  • Welcome dinner
  • Morning pickup and transfer to resort
  • Terrain selected based on conditions
  • Focus:
    • Warm-up runs
    • Technique adjustment
    • First off-piste introduction
  • Afternoon freeriding / exploration
  • Return to Yudanaka
  • Onsen & dinner
  • Resort selection based on snowfall 
  • Focus:
    • Finding the best snow
    • Tree runs / off-piste terrain
    • Building confidence
  • Optional short hike depending on group level
  • Evening: onsen and local dining
  • Flexible plan depending on weather and energy levels

Option A – Full Riding Day

  • Continue exploring new resorts
  • Backcountry tour

Option B – Mixed Day

  • Half-day riding
  • Afternoon visit to:
    • Jigokudani Monkey Park
    • or relax in local onsen
  • Dedicated day to chase the best available conditions
  • Resort choice may vary (Nagano / Niigata region)

Focus:

  • Deeper terrain
  • Better line selection
  • More fluid riding
  • Last day riding based on group preference:
    • Freeride laps
    • Technique refinement
    • Favourite zones revisit
  • Finish early afternoon
  • Return to Yudanaka
  • Final onsen & group dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Check-out from the hotel
  • Departure
  • Resorts and daily plans are flexible and condition-dependent
  • Cultural visits are optional and can be adjusted to the group

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What’s Included

• 7-day trip / 5 days on snow or 14-day trip / 10 days on snow
• Accommodation in Yudanaka area
• Daily transport to resorts and tour locations
• Resort guiding and riding support
• Local knowledge and flexible resort selection based on conditions
• Sightseeing and cultural stops during the trip
• Trip planning assistance before arrival
• Welcome meeting and orientation
• Small group experience

What’s Not Included

• International or domestic flights
• Airport transfers unless arranged separately
• Lift passes
• Avalanche safety equipment (beacon, shovel, probe)
• Ski / snowboard rental equipment
• Meals, drinks, and personal expenses
• Onsen visits
• Travel or backcountry insurance
• Backcountry rescue or evacuation costs
• Optional activities outside the itinerary

Optional Add-Ons

• Avalanche equipment rental
• Photography / video package
• Private coaching or lessons
• Private airport transfers
• Custom sightseeing days

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Backcountry Awareness

Exploring terrain outside resort boundaries is an incredible experience, but it comes with a different level of responsibility.

Unlike within ski resorts, backcountry and off-piste areas in Japan are not controlled or patrolled. Conditions can change quickly, and natural hazards such as deep snow, tree wells, and avalanches are part of the mountain environment.

Rescue in these areas can take time, and in some situations may involve coordination with local rescue teams or helicopter support. Costs related to rescue and medical assistance can be significant, so having appropriate travel and winter sports insurance like one from Austrian Alpine Club is strongly recommended.

Our goal is always to choose terrain carefully, manage risk, and create a safe and enjoyable experience — but it’s important to understand that the mountains remain an unpredictable environment.

Not sure which option is right for you?