JaPow Experience

The ultimate experience for intermediate to expert riders looking to shred pow, access the Niseko United backcountry & visit some epic surrounding resorts.

Our JaPow packages are designed to show you why Japan’s snow is so famous all across the world. If you‘re an intermediate rider, you will be introduced to deep powder techniques within the resort boundaries before heading through Niseko’s iconic gate system. Advanced riders can dive straight through the gates in search of the deepest powder, before exploring Rusutsu, Kiroro, and Moiwa. 

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EARLY BIRD - 20% OFF RENTALS, LESSONS, GUIDING & PACKAGES
OFFER ENDS JULY 31, 2025
EARLY BIRD - 20% OFF RENTALS, LESSONS, GUIDING & PACKAGES
JaPow Experience

Enjoy our 20% Early Bird discount until the 31st July. Black out periods and T's&C's apply. 

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Things to know

Up to 5 people per group

Intermediate to expert level

5 Days premium gear rental 

3 Days Lift Access Backcountry Niseko United 

2 Days Lift Access Backcountry other resorts (Rusutsu, Kiroro, Moiwa)

Avalanche safety equipment (backpack, beacon, shovel, probe) for each person

Led by experienced backcountry guides with local knowledge 

What to bring

Lift passes - we recommended purchasing on the day for flexibility
Travel insurance

Cost: ¥734,000 based on 2ppl. 
Includes Premium Gear Rental. 

 バックカントリー最高でした。Matさんありがとう！ (Backcountry was amazing. Matt-san thank you)

Hideto, Google Reviews

 Luka guided us through some breathtaking backcountry terrain, enhancing the incredible views with his expert knowledge and infectious enthusiasm. It was an unforgettable snowboarding adventure, thanks to his outstanding guidance.



Luke B, Tripadvisor

Just do it!!! This experience was worth every penny! 

Robert P, Tripadvisor
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Safety First

Our highly certified instructors prioritise safety at all times when on the mountain to ensure they create a comfortable environment you feel confident in.

Expert instruction, local knowledge

Our team is selected for their experience and commitment to the industry, alongside their deep knowledge of the local area.

Multilingual Instructor

Our diverse team is capable of offering lessons in a variety of languages including English, Spanish, French, Dutch and Japanese.

EXCLUSIONS & CANCELLATION POLICY

Your booking covers the activity and gear rental only, it does not include lift passes, food/drinks, or personal insurance (participants must arrange their own coverage). Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included (unless specifically purchased as part of the Explorer Upgrade).

Available from 22/12/2025 - 31/03/2026. Operates in most weather conditions—cancellations rare but possible.

Cancellation can be made up to 7 days prior, a full refund will be provided for any reason. Please review our T&C’s and FAQs for full information before booking.

There is no guarantee that gates will open each day as this is heavily dependent on the weather and conditions. If the gate system is partially open, the tour will still run and your guide will access the best snow and terrain available.

It is not possible to rearrange the tour due to lack of ‘powder’ – if the lifts are operating, and the gate system is open the tour will run.

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JaPow Experience

Enjoy our 20% Early Bird discount until the 31st July. Black out periods and T's&C's apply. 

Book Package

EXPLORE OUR OTHER PACKAGES

Looking for something different? Take a look at our other experience packages, or contact our team to help curate something custom. 

ULTIMATE JAPOW EXPERIENCE

Level 5+

Complete Flexibility to Chase Powder

Up to 5ppl / Ages 14+

The best option for seasoned adventurers seeking the ultimate and most flexible JaPow experience. Ensuring that you can chase the powder wherever it is. 
Niseko Explorer Experience

Level 5+

Access All Niseko's Best Resorts

Up to 6ppl / Ages 7+

Explore more than just the Niseko United resorts - our guides will take you on an epic tour of the best resorts in the region. This is a resort guiding experience. 
Progression Experience

Level 3+

Focus on Refining Skills 

Up to 6ppl / Ages 7+

Experience a week with a highly certified instructor and develop your riding beyond your own expectations. Perfect for working on new skills and levelling up your riding.

USEFUL INFORMATION

The Japow Experience FAQs

If you want to be as flexible as possible, guaranteeing you’re riding the best snow each day, we recommend adding our Explorer Upgrade to every day of your experience. With the Explorer Upgrade your guide will pick you up from your accommodation at the beginning of the day and they will come with a recommendation of where is going to provide the conditions - you’ll head off for a day of epic riding and then be dropped-off back at your accommodation at the end of the day.

Please note that adding a vehicle to your experience in-resort is always subject to availability and may not be available as a last minute request. Lift passes are not included in the cost of the Explorer Upgrade and must be purchased by the guest.

Avalanche safety equipment including a beacon, probe and shovel in a backpack is included for every guest joining a backcountry experience with us. Your guide will conduct a safety briefing with your group at the beginning of the day to ensure you’re comfortable with the equipment and plan for the day.


If you have your own avalanche safety equipment you’re welcome to use it. However, please let our team know during the booking process so we can prepare the correct amount of equipment for you and your group.

There is nothing more important on a backcountry tour than ensuring the safety of all guests. Therefore we require all guests to be at least an intermediate (level 4) rider or above to take part in any of our backcountry experiences. If on the day of the tour our guides assess that your ability level is not sufficient enough to manage the terrain when in backcountry terrain then they have the authority to amend the tour accordingly. In these cases, the tour is typically amended to a resort tour.


To take part in a backcountry experience we also require that all participants are at least 14 years old. If you have children under this age who would like to head into the backcountry, please contact our Rhythm Rides Guest Services team who will be stoked to talk you through the options for your young shredders!

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