Whether it is your first experience touring or you feel at home in the backcountry, we'll take you away from the crowds to limitless options of untracked terrain and views that reach the Sea of Japan.
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Intermediate to Expert level riders only
Suitable for riders with an ability level of five and above – there is no instruction on this tour.
8 hours of private touring within Niseko, including 2hrs of travel time. Average touring time is 5-6 hours depending on zone and fitness level
Private transport included with pick-up and drop-off direct from accommodation
Professional backcountry guides with avalanche safety qualifications. We include avalanche safety equipment for each guest
Maximum 5 guests per guide
Suitable for those with no prior touring experience
Experience is tailored to your group's goals
Helmet (highly recommended)
Ski or snowboard equipment (not included)
Touring skis or a splitboard - you can rent with us
Lunch, light snacks & water
Sunscreen & lip balm
"Juan Cruz and Victor took a group of us friends/colleagues for a touring day up Shiribetsu and it was the best day so far this season!! Couldn’t recommend these two more”
"We did a guided backcountry day with Joey, and it was amazing. Honestly, we wished we’d scheduled one for every day we were skiing in Niseko! It seemed like a whole different mountain after he showed us around."
" “ バックカントリー最高でした。Matさんありがとう！"
Your booking covers the activity only and does not include gear and equipment rental, food/drinks, or personal insurance (participants must arrange their own coverage).
Available from 13/12/2025 - 10/04/2026. 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.
Want to have an epic multi-day touring experience? Check out our Ultimate JaPow Experience Package.
Our team of expert guides and instructors create a safe and unforgettable experience for skiers and snowboarders. We offer resort guiding within Niseko United, lift-accessed guiding to access the backcountry through Niseko’s gate system and guided trips to nearby resorts.
Intermediate & up
Explore Niseko's Best Resorts
Are you an experienced rider who's new to Niseko? Rhythm Rides offers Resort Guiding, the best way to discover the mountain by taking the guesswork out of where to find the best snow!
Intermediate & up
Head out of the gates & into the backcountry
Taking you to the remote backcountry accessed via the resort lifts. Your expert guide will tailor the day to suit your goals, using their local knowledge to find the best possible conditions.
Level 5+
Access Niseko's Best Powder
Up to 5ppl / Ages 14+
Experience the true Hokkaido and discover the bottomless powder that the region is famous for on expertly led tours by local guides. This is a lift-access-backcountry guiding experience.
Check out our useful ability chart to help you work out which experiences are best suited for you.
Explore all the region has to offer & where our team can take you with our terrain guides.
Check out our gear checklist to help you pack and prepare for your trip. We also have an epic retail range, so we've got your covered if you forget anything, or need to buy a set-up.
We've got the biggest and newest fleet in town, with all the top brands and models you need.
The big difference between the two is the terrain you will be riding. Resort guiding will focus on the terrain inside the resort boundaries. This doesn’t mean just the groomers. There are plenty of tree runs and powder to be found!
As soon we step outside the resort boundaries, we will end up in the world of the backcountry. The main difference with backcountry terrain is that the resort does not maintain or control the conditions to mitigate risk for riders (like avalanches.) This is one reason it is highly recommended to always go with a guide who can assess these risks, and choose the safest and most enjoyable terrain for you. This is also the reason why we carry avalanche safety gear when we step outside the resort boundaries.
Yes, you will need a lift pass for the Resort Guiding and the Lift-accessed Backcountry tours. The only tour we offer that does not require a lift pass is Backcountry Touring.
Yes, we highly recommend that you bring or hire Premium Powder Equipment to get the most out of your day. Powder in Japan is often deeper and drier than anywhere in the world. This is amazing but it can also be challenging. Powder-specific equipment has really made leaps and bounds in recent years, and having the right equipment can take you from zero to hero in no time. If you are unsure what you should book, please contact our team.
For our Resort Tour a skill level of 4- Refining Turns is recommended at a minimum, as this will allow you to ride a variety of terrain on your tour.
By upgrading your Resort Tour you will open up a range of resort options outside of the Niseko area. Check out our Terrain Guide to see where else you could explore.
Your upgraded tour will now include: