Welcome to your powder experience!
20% off Backcountry Guiding at NBS with your IKON PASS
Booked your first trip to Japan to chase the legendary powder? Not sure where to start or how to find those secret stashes? Let our team handle the planning, you just show up ready to ride.
20% Off Backcountry Adventures with NBS
With an average snowfall of 590 inches, 2,889 acres of terrain, and 3,438 feet vertical, the Niseko region offers some of the deepest and most diverse powder skiing and snowboarding conditions in Japan.
Qualified, English Speaking Guides
Avalanche Awareness Training
Guides That Know The Area
Our team of seasoned guides and instructors ensures a safe, personalized, and unforgettable mountain experience using Niseko’s famous gate system. We can lead you to the best hidden terrain and escape the crowds. Each day is fully customizable to match your backcountry goals, whether you’re seeking untouched powder, technical lines, or simply a memorable adventure in one of Japan’s most iconic winter destinations.
Show us your Ikon pass at the time of booking and receive 20% OFF the Backcountry Guiding product.
Dates: 19th of January 2026 – 31st of March 2026
Backcountry Guiding
Start Time
8:30
Price
Spring – ¥88,000
Regular – ¥110,000
Add-on
Avalanche Safety Equipment
Backpack, Transceiver, Shovel, Probe
¥6,000 for 1 pack per day
Hokkaido Explorer
Explore Kiroro, Moiwa, or Rusutsu
¥12,000
Avalanche safety equipment is mandatory for all group members.
Program Detail
NBS is the leading provider of guiding and backcountry adventures in the Niseko area and surrounding resorts. With a team of seasoned guides and instructors, we offer a secure and unforgettable journey for skiers and snowboarders. Our range of services includes guided exploration of Niseko’s renowned terrain via the gate system, day trips to nearby resorts for exceptional skiing, and backcountry guiding within the vicinity.
Backcountry guiding with NBS is the ultimate way to explore the incredible backcountry terrain that Niseko has to offer.
With a team of seasoned guides and instructors, we offer a secure and unforgettable experience for skiers and snowboarders. Each day can be tailored to your backcountry experience goals, with the option to explore Niseko and some of the amazing surrounding resorts Hokkaido has to offer.
Please book in advance for backcountry guiding, especially if you would like to request a specific guide.
We recommend having a skiing ability of level 5 (see our levels here) and above in order to enjoy the full backcountry guiding experience. Feel free to get in touch to discuss if it will be right for you.
PLEASE REFER TO OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS
What to Expect
- 7 hours of guiding and coaching, tailored to your needs and goals
- Transport within Niseko or to and from chosen nearby resorts including Rusutsu, Moiwa and Kiroro
- Avalanche safety training
- Options to book for Niseko area and/or surrounding Hokkaido ski areas, or to upgrade from Niskeo to Hokkaido as necessary
Notes
- Backcountry guiding does not include a lift pass
- Avalanche safety equipment (shovel, probe, transceiver and backpack) is not included, but can be rented at additional cost
- Price indicates the cost for up to 5 students
- Backcountry guiding is most appropriate for level 5-6 skiers (see our levels here)
- We recommend that participants be of a similar skiing or snowboarding level
- Backcountry guiding lessons can be mixed between skiers and snowboarders if necessary
- Participants must have suitable snow/skiing travel insurance that covers them for backcountry skiing