STORM CHASER SERIES

Hokkaido, Japan 

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  • Sam Bawden

    Cardiff Founder/Chief Product Architect

  • Tanner Bell

    Cardiff Chief Executive Officer

  • Bjorn Leines

    Professional Snowboarder/Cardiff VP of Sales

Trip Details

Who

Anyone who seeks to Stand in High Places with Cardiff. We ask that attendees board/ski at an upper intermediate to advanced skill level. The trip is all resort riding. No backcountry experience is required.

Where

We will ride for three days in the Furano region, take a one-day break to visit Sapporo, and then transfer to Niseko where we will ride for three more days.

The resort we ride each day will be selected a day prior based on conditions and the weather forecasts. The resorts we are likely to ride are: Furano, Tomamu, Niseko United, Rusutsu, and Kiroro.

Price

Single Occupancy: $8,995 (Deposit: $2,995)

Double Occupancy: $6,495 (Deposit: $1,995)

Secure your spot with a deposit. The remaining amount is due on November 15, 2024.

  • Day 1

    Sunday, February 1

    Arrive for pick-up at New Chiltose Airport near Sapporo. Drive to Furano with the group.

  • Day 2 – 4

    Monday, February 2 – Wednesday, February 4

    Chase powder in Furano.

  • Day 5

    Thursday, February 5

    Tour Sapporo. Visit the Hill of Buddha Shrine. Visit the Festival of Lights. Ride a half day… if your legs can stand it.

  • Day 6 – 8

    Friday, February 6 – Sunday, February 8

    Chase powder in Niseko.

  • Day 9

    Monday, February 9

    Return to the New Chiltose Airport and fly home.

Optional Adventures

  • Explore Tokyo

    If you want to visit Tokyo you may arrive a few days early or stay a few days late. You are responsible to pay for your hotel and book your own itinerary.

    Cost: $$$$

  • Japanese Onsen

    At least one evening we will visit a traditional Japanese Onsen (Bathhouse). A cultural experience you do not want to miss.

    Cost: $

  • Additional Riding in Sapporo

    If you are not interested in touring Sapporo you will have the option to spend a half-day riding near Sapporo.

    Cost: $

  • Mountain Hot Spring

    One night we will visit a pristine snow-covered mountain hot spring. Your legs will thank you.

    Cost: Free

  • Explore the Backcountry

    Let us know if you have ski or splitboard touring experience and would like to spend two additional days on a backcountry tour with a Japanese guide.

    Cost: $$$

Furano Accommodations | Fenix Luxury Villas

  • Fenix Furano - Slopeside Location

    Located in front of the Furano Ski Resort gondola, Fenix Furano boasts coveted ski-in ski-out luxury accommodations.

  • Fenix Furano - Exterior

    Fenix Furano overlooks the city of Furano and Mt. Tokachi, with stunning views and convenient access to all amenities.

  • Furano Fenix - Living Room

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • Fenix Furano - Kitchen

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • Fenix Furnano - Bedroom

  • Fenix Furano - Bathroom

Explore Fenix Furano

Niseko Accommodations | Intuition Luxury Villas

  • Intuition Niseko - Steps from the lifts

    Located in the Center of Hirafu Village Niseko, the Intuition Niseko is just steps from Grand Hirafu ski lifts.

  • Intuition Niseko - Exterior

    Intuition Niseko is nestled in a tranquil forest overlooking the magnificent Mount Yotei.

  • Intuition Niseko - Indoor/outdoor onsen

    Indulge in an array of world-class luxury amenities, including an indoor and outdoor Kagenagashi onsen. These traditional Japanese hot spring baths are more than just a place to relax—they are revered as cultural experience, embodying centuries of Japanese heritage.

  • Intuition Niseko - Bedroom

  • Intuition Niseko - Bathroom

  • Fenix Furano - Bathroom

Explore Intuition Niseko

Additional Details

  • There will be something for everybody on this trip. We will split the group each morning according to rider preference. You can shred groomers in-bounds or chase powder out-of-bounds and everything in between.

  • UpperIntermediate to Advanced - All resort riding. No backcountry touring experience is required.

    • Lodging

    • Lift Tickets

    • Use of a Cardiff board or skis for the duration of the trip. (You must transport from the US)

    • All transportation while in Hokkaido, including airport pick-up and drop-off

    • Snacks

    • Daily Breakfast - Breakfast Served at Chalet (mix of American and Japanese cuisine).

    • Daily Dinner - Restaurants have been selected for their authenticity and deliciousness and include cuisine such as Sushi, Yakiniku, Izakaya food, Soba, Tonkatsu, etc

  • This trip is intended to build lasting friendships with those attending. We choose to book chalets rather than hotels to have opportunities in the mornings and evenings to chat, explore, and learn from each other.

    Furano Chalets

    1. ISHITEI Furano - 8 guests

    2. Furano Outlook - 9 guests

    Niseko Chalets

    1. Annupuri Onsen Chalet 1 - 9 people

    2. Annupuri Onsen Chalet 2 - 10 people

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Trip Payment Policy

A deposit ($1995 - Double Occupancy / $2995 - Single Occupancy) is due at the time of booking your trip –  paid by credit card at the time of the reservation.

The final balance is due 90 days prior to the trip start date.

If you sign up within 90 days of any trip, the full amount is due at the time of booking.

Trip Cancellation Policy

Days to Departure % Refund of All Money Paid Future Trip Credit*
> 180 100% N/A
120-180 75% 100%
90-119 50% 100%
30-89 25% 75%
0-29 0% 25%

*Reservations must be made for a trip occurring within one calendar year (12 months) of the original date of departure or funds are forfeit. Refunds will not be issued after a future trip credit has been chosen.