Explore Japan’s Deepest Powder — Group & Private Backcountry Adventures Await
Ready to experience the best JAPOW of your life? All you need to do is pick your destination.
At JSA, our expert guide teams are based in Nozawa, Myoko, and Minakami, covering the legendary backcountry zones of Nagano, Niigata, and Gunma. Thanks to our official resort guide status, we get exclusive access to hidden powder stashes that most riders will never see.
Choose your backcountry adventure below, or check out our Custom Packages to build a fully customised, multi-day powder trip tailored just for you.
Nozawa Group Tours
Nozawa Private Tours
Myoko Private Tours
Kagura Private Tours
Mt T (Tenjindaira) Private Tours
Custom Packages
Meet Our Trusted Partners
Heading to other legendary Japanese ski regions? We highly recommend these partner companies, as they share our exact standards for safety and epic powder adventures.
Evergreen Backcountry Guides – Hakuba Evergreen is your go-to for Hakuba’s massive 3,000m alpine terrain. Their expert crew offers incredible lift-accessed off-piste riding, deep backcountry touring, and industry-leading Avalanche Safety Training (AST).
Rising Sun Guides – Hokkaido Operating out of Niseko, Rising Sun is the perfect choice if you’re chasing Hokkaido’s legendary bottomless powder. Their certified guides offer the absolute best in deep backcountry touring, CAT skiing, and custom multi-day road trips.
A variety of guided backcountry adventures tailored to your group and skill level.
Every trip is led by guides who know these mountains in every condition — deep, wind-affected, or somewhere in between. Tell us your ability and how many days you’ve got, and we’ll help you pick the right area and build the tour around you.