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Japan Programs
Japan has a long tradition of mountaineering and outdoor adventure going back to the nineteenth century, and Japanese climbers have pioneered first ascents and new routes all over the world, from Mt. Alberta in the Canadian Rockies to Manaslu, the eighth highest mountain in the world. The light, dry snow of Japan makes it one of the best places in the world to backcountry ski and snowboard. The northern island of Hokkaido is famed for some of the finest powder skiing in the world.
Hokkaido Guided Backcountry Skiing
Legend has it that the forests of Hokkaido, Japan are haunted. They are supposed to be haunted by mystical spirits called Kodama that disguise themselves as trees. It’s easy to … Read more






