Plan your resort, transport, gear, and lesson before arrival so your first snow day starts smoothly.
Choose your resort, transport, rental gear, and lesson in that order. You can then spend arrival day getting safely onto the snow instead of solving avoidable logistics.
Use access, terrain, and beginner suitability to find a resort that works for everyone in your group.
View the resort guide
Compare Shinkansen, driving, and local transfers, then leave enough time for rentals before class.
View the access guide
Know which board, boots, outerwear, helmet, and personal items you need before reaching the counter.
View the rental guide
Confirm ski or snowboard, date, group size, and ability level before booking private small-group instruction.
View lessons and pricesResort operations, prices, and shuttle schedules change by season. Check official updates again before paying and before departure.
Check current operating status, then choose a lesson location that fits your level, accommodation, and transport.
The equipment and lesson flow are different. Group members choosing different sports need separate arrangements.
Book early for peak dates and prepare each guest's height, weight, foot length, and ability level.
Lesson fees do not include lift tickets, rental gear, or insurance. Arrange each item before class.
Allow 30 to 60 minutes for resort rental, plus travel time when collecting equipment in town.