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The "Hokkaido Powder Belt" is an area in the central part of Hokkaido that stretches about 200km from north to south where you can enjoy intense snowboarding under the best snow and location.
It is a general term for snow fields such as Tomamu, Furano, Kamui, Asahidake, and Kurodake located in the center of Hokkaido.
There are mountainous areas such as Daisetsuzan National Park and Tokachi mountain range of 2,000m level, satoyama with an altitude of about 1,000m, snow resorts, local ski resorts,
Asahikawa, the second largest city in Hokkaido, and an environment where you can fully enjoy the snowy mountains in winter.
In other words, where and how to enjoy in this area according to the conditions of the day?You can choose and act as you like.
A trip around the Hokkaido powder belt is sure to give you more excitement and joy than the many experiences you have had with snowboarding.

We've already talked about the charm of FREERUN for two seasons, so I'm sure there are many people who would like to go there.
On the other hand, some people may be interested in the "Hokkaido Powder Belt" for the first time here.Every time such a person comes into contact with further information, the desire to go will increase.
With good snow expected this season, plan a longer trip and enjoy the charm of Hokkaido's powder belt.

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TOMAMU
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At Hoshino Resorts Tomamu
Travel in luxury and satisfaction
The best environment for directing is in place

Located at the southernmost tip of the powder belt, the uncompacted snow area is limited to advanced skiers and is blessed with a vast expanse of nature.
It will give you a high level of satisfaction that will make you feel like you are abroad.
Easy access to the two high-rise hotels that serve as the base of the resort,
You can enjoy a luxurious and luxurious time in the room.
The resort also features various facilities such as the "Indoor Wave Pool" and the "Ice Village", and the level of after-snow activities is top-notch.
After enjoying the best snow from the first morning to your heart's content, enjoy the resort life at your leisure.I want you to spend an extraordinarily luxurious time.

Details of Hoshino Resorts Tomamu

Cat Tour

varied terrain and
no track slope
Can be monopolized by limited members only

A cat tour that you can experience at Mt. Karifuri about 20 minutes away from the ski resort.
A guide who is familiar with this area will guide you to the place where you can make the best run of the day.
Smooth riding with cat access.
If you are a snowboarder, you should immediately understand how valuable the situation is.

Karifuridake cat tour information

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ASAHIKAWA

Various ski resorts and backcountry areas
Various snowboarding styles and the city of Asahikawa
Freedom to enjoy

The base for your trip is "OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resort" located in the center of Asahikawa.
It's a reasonable urban stay hotel, but you can get various services and information to enjoy snowboarding.
The "WAX BAR" is perfect for getting ready, powder information is provided, and even city guidance for enjoying after-snow.

Information on OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts

Town Guide

Information on OMO7 Asahikawa by Hoshino Resorts

Riding

condition of the day
Choose a place to go based on what style you want to enjoy

"Santa Present Park", which is popular for night skiing and is easily accessible from the city;
"Kamui Ski Links", which is attractive for its carving slopes in good condition, and "Canmore Ski Village" in Higashikawa Town can also enjoy beautiful compacted snow slopes and wall topography.
Furano Ski Resort is accessible by ropeway or gondola, with its fast-paced, interesting terrain and attractive powder.
I want you to enjoy this area with a long stay.

Furano Ski Resort

Furano Ski Resort Nakagoryo, Furano City, Hokkaido 076-8511 TEL: 0167-22-1111

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Kamui Ski Links

Kamui Ski Links 074 Nishioka, Kamuicho, Asahikawa, Hokkaido 1181-112 TEL: 0166-72-2311

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Santa Present Park

Asahikawa Santa Present Park 070-8025 Tomioka, Kamuicho, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido 555-2 TEL: 0166-63-3232

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Pippu Ski Resort

Pippu Ski Resort 〒078-0327 North 17-0166, Hippu-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido TEL: 85-3056-XNUMX

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Canmore Ski Village

Canmore Ski Village 〒071-1405 North 5, Nishi 44, Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido TEL: 0166-82-5001

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Furano Ski Resort

Furano Ski Resort
〒076-8511 Nakagoryo, Furano City, Hokkaido TEL: 0167-22-1111

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Kamui Ski Links

Kamui Ski Links
074 Nishioka, Kamui-cho, Asahikawa, Hokkaido 1181-112 TEL: 0166-72-2311

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Santa present park

Santa Present Park

Asahikawa Santa Present Park
070-8025 Tomioka, Kamui-cho, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, 555-2 TEL: 0166-63-3232

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Pippu Ski Resort

Pippu Ski Resort
〒078-0327 Kita 17-0166, Hippu-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido TEL: 85-3056-XNUMX

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Canmore Ski Village

Canmore Ski Village
〒071-1405 North 5, Nishi 44, Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido TEL: 0166-82-5001

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Back Country

Furanodake + Tokachidake, Daisetsuzan Asahidake, Kurodake
Chance to taste the best powder turns

Backcountry area accessible from Asahikawa.You can taste the biggest charm of the Hokkaido powder belt here.
Untouched nature, spectacular location.
Of course, you can get a sense of satisfaction because you aim for perfect preparation and the right timing.
And each field has a charm that cannot be fully understood in a few days.
That's why I want to visit this place again and again in search of the best.

Furano/Tokachi area

Furano / Tokachi Area

Daisetsuzan Asahidake

Back Country Daisettsuzan Asahitake Photo

Kurodake

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