Ski or Snowboard Lessons
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Hit the slopes and try something adventurous during your trip to Tokyo. Learn all the basics as professional instructors take you step-by-step through beginning skiing or snowboarding.
Just outside Tokyo, make your way to Minakami—one of Japan’s best-kept winter secrets. Whether it’s your first time on the mountains, or you just want to improve your technique, this is a perfect place to learn something new. Knowledgeable English-speaking instructors help you get your snow legs or teach you new tricks to up your game. Lessons are conducted in a positive and encouraging environment with personalized point-by-point instruction to make sure you’re safe and having a great time on the slopes.
Inclusions :
- Pick up service from Jomo Kogen station
- English-speaking instructor
- Ski or snowboarding lesson
Available:
Daily, except Apr. 1–Dec. 1 (seasonal closure)
Duration:
Approx. 56 hours
Departure time and location:
9 AM; from Canyons Minakami Base, pick-up at local train station available
Return time and location:
Approx. 2:30 PM
From departure point, drop-off at local train station available
Directions:
To get to Minakami Base from Tokyo:
Via train: Take the Joetsu Shinkansen (bullet train) to Jomo Kogen Station (approx. 1 1/2 hours)
Via car: Get on the Kanetsu Expressway going toward Niigata. Take the Minakami Interchange Exit and follow the posted signs (approx. 2 1/2 hours depending on traffic)
Note:
Children younger than 5 years old are not allowed to participate in this activity. Lift tickets and equipment rental are not included in the above rate.
Pricing
Photos
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Redemption Details
After you book your activity, follow these 3 easy steps:
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it is critical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.
Exchange your voucher for activity:
Reservation confirmation is required. Please contact Canyons at least 24 hours prior to your preferred tour date to ensure your reservation and arrange pick-up from the train station (if desired). Upon arrival, present your voucher(s) and ID in exchange for service.
1. Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in the My Trips/My Itineraries link on the site.
2. Follow the redemption instructions on your voucher; it is critical to do this before you depart.
3. Take all vouchers with you; you must redeem one voucher per person.
Exchange your voucher for activity:
Reservation confirmation is required. Please contact Canyons at least 24 hours prior to your preferred tour date to ensure your reservation and arrange pick-up from the train station (if desired). Upon arrival, present your voucher(s) and ID in exchange for service.
