backcountry skiing
Weather observation data for the past 10 days (Hachimantai Gozaisho, elevation 960m)
※Weather conditions from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Weather (Cloud Cover): Clear/0, Few/1-3, Scattered/4-5, Broken/6-9, Overcast/10, X/Unknown
Precipitation type: Nil/No precipitation, R/Rain, S/Snow, RS/Sleet, G/Hail
Precipitation intensity: RV/Light rain, RL/Light rain, RM/Moderate rain, RH/Heavy rain, S-1/Snowfall <1cm per hour, S1/Snowfall approx. 1cm per hour, S2/Snowfall approx. 2cm per hour, S3/Snowfall approx. 3cm per hour
※The C below the date indicates the end of a snowfall period. The period from the day after C to the next C constitutes one snowfall period.
Weather observation data for the past 10 days
(Hachimantai Gozaisho, Elevation 960m)
※Weather conditions from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Weather (Cloud Cover): Clear/0, Few/1-3, Scattered/4-5, Broken/6-9, Overcast/10, X/Unknown
Precipitation type: Nil/No precipitation, R/Rain, S/Snow, RS/Sleet, G/Hail
Precipitation intensity: RV/Light rain, RL/Light rain, RM/Moderate rain, RH/Heavy rain, S-1/Snowfall <1cm per hour, S1/Snowfall approx. 1cm per hour, S2/Snowfall approx. 2cm per hour, S3/Snowfall approx. 3cm per hour
※The letter C below the date indicates the end of the snowfall period.
The period from the day after C to the next C is one snowfall period.
Backcountry skiing
Areas outside designated recreational zones are called "backcountry," referring to skiing enjoyed in areas beyond groomed slopes.
The thrill lies in the sensation of floating through fluffy powder snow, the feeling of freedom experienced amidst beautiful nature, and the sense of scale. Recently, the number of people enjoying it has been increasing, particularly among international skiers.
Among these, the Daikokumori area, centered around the former Hachimantai Ski Resort, is particularly popular. It offers high-quality powder snow and multiple tours led by local guides who know the area intimately.
Risks in the Backcountry
Even with an experienced guide accompanying you, without the skiing skills to adapt to rapidly changing snow conditions, you risk falls or collisions with trees.accidentwill occur.
Accurately assess your own experience and skill level, and confirm whether you meet the requirements for the tour you wish to join.
Furthermore, backcountry skiing is the same as mountaineering in the snowy mountains, soAvalancheThe danger of encountering it is always lurking.
Understand the risks involved in entering snow-covered mountains where people normally do not venture. Ensure you have proper equipment and follow the guide's instructions at all times.
Appi and Hachimantai Backcountry Skiing
The Appi and Hachimantai backcountry tours are offered by a guide company certified by the Japan Mountain Guides Association, based in Hachimantai City. They provide a diverse range of programs, from beginner training to full-fledged adventure tours.
Hachimantai Avalanche Risk Management
The backcountry tours in Hachimantai primarily utilize the former Hachimantai Ski Resort site (Daikokumori) as their main field. The Daikokumori Management Cooperative, which operates and manages the snow groomers (CATs), conducts daily weather observations at Daikokumori throughout the season. They share this information with the guide companies to ensure safety.
Backcountry Ski Tour by CAT
Ride a snowcat through the powder runs of Daikokumori (formerly Hachimantai Ski Resort) and its surrounding backcountry areas.
Enjoy the powder snow renowned as the driest in Honshu and the beautiful scenery created by the nature of Hachimantai.
Cat & Hike
"Cat & Hike" involves approaching by CAT (snowcat) from an elevation of 960m (Gozaisho) to around 1440m. After that, it involves a 40-60 minute hike to either the Chausu-dake (1578m) area or the Yabudake (1397m) area.
This tour features skiing down the magnificent open slopes of Mount Chausu and other peaks.
Cat & Ride
"Cat & Ride" is a tour focused on skiing, where you approach from an elevation of 960m (Gozaisho) to around 1440m via CAT, ski the area around Daikokumori (formerly the Hachimantai Ski Resort area), then board the CAT again (Ride) to repeat the approach to around 1440m.
Hachimantai Cat Tours
The Daikokumori Management Cooperative operates snowcat services for enjoying winter in Hachimantai, maintains the environment of Daikokumori (the former Hachimantai Ski Area), conducts accident prevention seminars, and disseminates fixed-point snowfall observation data.
The operation and management of the CAT at Hachimantai is handled by Hachimantai Cat Tours, operated by the Daikokumori Management Cooperative.
