KAGURA SKI SCHOOL

Private Lessons and Backcountry Tours

Kagura Ski Resort is one of Japan’s top destinations for deep powder skiing and snowboarding. Located near Echigo-Yuzawa in Niigata Prefecture, Kagura is famous for its long season, reliable snowfall, and excellent terrain for all skill levels, from beginners to expert backcountry riders.

Our Kagura Snowsports school offers:

  • Private ski and snowboard lessons with professional international instructors

  • Backcountry tours in Kagura’s renowned off-piste terrain

  • Private lessons available in English, Chinese, and Thai

Whether you're just starting out or looking to explore untouched powder, Kagura is the perfect mountain for your next winter adventure in Japan.

For Enquiries:

EMAIL: snowsports@canyons.jp 

080-9083-2179 (9am-4pm)

PRIVATE LESSONS

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*Note: Your lesson request will be checked by a member of our team and a payment invoice sent via email if the lesson is available. We require full payment to confirm your instructor and requested lesson time slot. Our office hours are between 08:30-17:00, if you make a request after 17:00 you will be contacted the following day.


Available: Every day; for all ability levels (Levels 1 - 6)

Start time: 09:00

Minimum age: Ski - 4 years old, Snowboard - 6 years old

Capacity per instructor: 1 - 6 participants

Pricing per instructor

  • 6 hours - 72,000 JPY

  • Premium full day - 90,000 JPY*

Notes:

  • A Premium full day is a 6-hour lesson with an instructor that is able to provide extra support on and off the snow and flexible timings between 8:30-17:00 (resort lift dependent)

  • Lift tickets and rental are not included in the price and are to be prepared before the lesson start time

  • INSURANCE: The price of the lesson does not include accident insurance. Please obtain travel insurance to cover Snowsports and all participants. We recommend ALL lesson participants have travel insurance.

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BACKCOUNTRY TOURS

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Availability: Please enquire

Start time: 08:00

Duration: 7 hours

Pricing per tour

  • Based on 4 people - 100,000 JPY

  • For extra person (max 8 people) 22,500 JPY

Kagura’s top lift reaches close to 1,900 meters, opening the door to incredible snow conditions with just a short hike.

Thanks to the elevation, you can often enjoy light, dry powder snow well into the spring. The resort is a favourite among Japanese ski touring enthusiasts, with a wide variety of backcountry zones, many of which are hidden gems known only to experienced local guides.

To make the most of your adventure and find untouched lines, we recommend visiting on weekdays and avoiding weekends or national holidays, when the easily accessed routes can become tracked out quickly.

Routes and Skill Levels