Tom Yamada, Author at Freshsnow

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January 17, 2024

Japan Snow Forecast & Current Conditions

Japan’s enchanting winter landscapes and world-class ski resorts draw snow enthusiasts from around the globe. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a novice snowboarder, staying updated on the latest snow conditions is crucial for planning the perfect winter adventure. In this article, we’ll explore the best sources for obtaining accurate and timely snow information for…
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January 10, 2024

Avalanche Skills Training in Japan (AST-1 and AST-2)

In Japan, winter enthusiasts can enjoy picturesque landscapes and world-class skiing. However, the beauty of snow-covered mountains also brings the inherent risk of avalanches. Understanding and prioritizing avalanche safety becomes paramount as winter sports enthusiasts flock to the Japanese Alps and other snow-laden regions. Avalanche safety is essential for everyone, from beginners to experts. Even…
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November 21, 2023

Hot Wax and Maintenance at Wax Hakuba

If you plan on visiting Hakuba Valley you’ll be happy to know you can get your skis or snowboard hot waxed by Wax Hakuba. Hirotsugu Yamada, a former JSBA certified professional snowboarder, runs Wax Hkauba. He even picks up and delivers your skis or snowboard back on the same day, depending on the time it…
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November 6, 2023

Good Tips on How to Learn to Ski

Good Tips on How to Learn to Ski as a Beginner Learning to ski as a beginner can be a fun, if done right. Get started with these steps: Take a Lesson The best way to begin skiing is to take a lesson from a certified ski instructor at a ski resort. They will teach…
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May 29, 2023

Japan Ski Resorts Map

Freshsnow.jp was designed to provide easy access to detailed attributes about ski resorts in Japan and to display data in an easy to understand thematic ski resort map. As of November 2023, there are about 295 ski resort maps in Japan in our database. As there are about 450 to 500 ski resorts in Japan,…
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May 7, 2023

How to Get to Hakuba from downtown Tokyo or Directly from Haneda Airport?

There are many ways to get to Hakuba Valley. Most people arriving from overseas will either arrive at Haneda Airport or Narita Airport but some may wish to stay a few days in Tokyo before traveling to Hakuba Valley. We look at all the of the different ways to get to Hakuba Valley from downtown…
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