Japan Newschoolers Roll Call

14093910:mattytru said:
We have a member of our crew who doesn't have epic pass who could use this. I'll PM.

A few other Qs...

When the season gets going, are people riding with a beacon shovel probe inbounds?

Anyone been to onsens with tattoos?
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You should have avy gear if you’re going into avalanche terrain. If you don’t know what Avalanche terrain is probably don’t venture too far out of resort. In bounds is definitely fine but if you’re going through the gates avy gear isn’t mandatory (except mizu no sawa) but you should really have it and the know how to use it.

Onsens in the Niseko area are okay with tattoos for the most part but in rural Japan they are very much against them. Usually there will be a sign informing you, but not always. Also don’t bring alcohol inside them.
 
14094087:sharpski said:
Is anyone leaving Niseko that is willing to sell me a szn pass lol. Will pay good dollar
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Just a warning to all the Niseko folks, if you're using passes that aren't yours, they have a camera at every rfid gate on every lift, and there are people inside the Hirafu gondola building watching and comparing the pictures. So if you want to use someones pass make sure to cover up with a balaclava
 
Another question: travel insurance.

Did anyone get any sort of insurance for their trip? An ambulance only option seems like it might not be a bad idea...
 
Heading to Japan Jan 22-Feb 11, starting in Hakuba then heading north. Haven't booked accommodation yet planning to follow the snow and any suggestions. hmu if you wanna meet for on hill or touring or tips. Cheers!
 
14094716:LingerRobins said:
Heading to Japan Jan 22-Feb 11, starting in Hakuba then heading north. Haven't booked accommodation yet planning to follow the snow and any suggestions. hmu if you wanna meet for on hill or touring or tips. Cheers!
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Coming up to niseko area?
 
Anyone in Niseko trying to ride the next few days? (Edit: or Rusutsu?)

Also, anyone know if they rent avy gear? I brought my beacon, but forgot my shovel and probe like a fuckin moron.....

**This post was edited on Jan 8th 2020 at 9:06:23pm
 
14094807:druseph33 said:
Anyone in Niseko trying to ride the next few days? (Edit: or Rusutsu?)

Also, anyone know if they rent avy gear? I brought my beacon, but forgot my shovel and probe like a fuckin moron.....

**This post was edited on Jan 8th 2020 at 9:06:23pm
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Rhythm Summit & Toyru. Niseko Adventure Centre may as well..
 
https://vimeo.com/383866898

We shot this segment at Kiroro & Shimamaki Snowcats, PM me for info on locations if you're interested, we had a good time at both those spots. Staying in Otaru can be a good call to save some dough and you can even surf while you're there
 
14095202:Peacock said:
https://vimeo.com/383866898

We shot this segment at Kiroro & Shimamaki Snowcats, PM me for info on locations if you're interested, we had a good time at both those spots. Staying in Otaru can be a good call to save some dough and you can even surf while you're there
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Amazing.

Me and two friends are gonna be in Niseko jan 18-31, if anyone knows some great backcountry/touring spots and wanna go ride hit me up!
 
Anyone in Hakuba at the moment? Heading there early next week and wondering which resorts have been best recently with the current snow situation. I’m making the assumption there’s no tree skiing open yet
 
14096740:whens_smoko said:
Anyone in Hakuba at the moment? Heading there early next week and wondering which resorts have been best recently with the current snow situation. I’m making the assumption there’s no tree skiing open yet
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No trees

happo one is the best resort atm
 
Yo Yo!. Been here a few weeks now and my accom ends in the next few days, does anyone have a spare bed to rent out for the remainder of the month! Would love to meet and hang with fellow ns'ers.
 
14107703:sharpski said:
Yo Yo!. Been here a few weeks now and my accom ends in the next few days, does anyone have a spare bed to rent out for the remainder of the month! Would love to meet and hang with fellow ns'ers.
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Would help if we knew where you were.
 
14108563:mattypeezus said:
Thinking about Hakuba early March. Which resort has the best spring park? Also if people wanna link up brethren let me know
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Hakuba 47 has a pretty sizeable park with its own lift. Hakuba 47 shares a mountain with Goryu on the other face. If you're living in Echoland (aussie land) its a 10-15 minute walk to the lifts with a simple river crossing.

I heard Tsugaike has a good build for a park - thats about 30 minutes up the valley by bus.
 
Great info, thank you! Leaning towards 47 right now so probably gonna find some accommodation near there

14108969:Emma_Watson said:
Hakuba 47 has a pretty sizeable park with its own lift. Hakuba 47 shares a mountain with Goryu on the other face. If you're living in Echoland (aussie land) its a 10-15 minute walk to the lifts with a simple river crossing.

I heard Tsugaike has a good build for a park - thats about 30 minutes up the valley by bus.
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