JAPOW! — The Deepest Powder on Earth
Lotte Arai Resort, Myoko, Japan
Dates
January 31–February 7, 2027
Duration
7 ski days
Price
$3,400
Group size
Max 20 guests
Why I run this camp
Lotte Arai Resort in Myoko is one of the great powder destinations on the planet, with some of the coldest, driest snow you'll ski anywhere. The resort runs a highly professional avalanche control and ski patrol program that enables safe, guided off-piste skiing. With four coaches on the hill, the group stays tight and the coaching is focused. Resort is on the Ikon Pass.
Highlights
- —Ski some of the coldest, driest deep powder on earth
- —Focused coaching for deep powder skiing techniques
- —Lotte Arai Resort, on the Ikon Pass
- —Amazing Japanese food and culture
Included
- ✓Daily guided skiing and coaching
Not included
- ×International flights
- ×Hotel accommodation
- ×Lift tickets (Ikon Pass or resort day tickets)
- ×Personal ski equipment
Getting there & accommodation
Travel
Fly into Tokyo (Narita/NRT or Haneda/HND), then Shinkansen bullet train to Myoko Joetsu station, approx. 2 hours
Accommodation
Ski-in ski-out hotel at Lotte Arai Resort (Ikon Pass resort)
Who you'll ski with
Chris Davenport
Head Guide
2x World Extreme Skiing Champion (1996, 1997). Mountain guide with 30+ years leading athletes and guests through the world's most committing ski terrain. First to ski all 54 Colorado 14ers in a single season. 36 Warren Miller and MSP film appearances.
@steepskiing ↗
Mike Douglas
Co-guide
Ski pioneer and longtime collaborator. Creator of twin-tip skiing, co-founder of the Newschool movement, and one of the most respected athletes in the ski industry. A force on any mountain.
@mikedski ↗
Ingrid Backstrom
Co-guide
One of the most accomplished freeride skiers in the world. Known for her fearless lines in Chamonix and Alaska, Ingrid brings world-class technical skiing and warmth to every camp.
@ingridbackstrom ↗
Tatsuya Tayagaki
Local Guide
Expert local guide based in Myoko, Japan. Deep knowledge of the Lotte Arai terrain and surrounding backcountry. Essential for navigating Japan's legendary snowpack safely.
@tatsuya_tayagaki ↗Questions? Email me at chris@chrisdavenport.com or DM @steepskiing
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