Arab News

At an altitude of 1,400-1,600 metres, the mountainous silver-frosted plateau of Hachimantai straddles between the borders of the Iwate and Akita Prefectures in the Towada-Hachimantai National Park.

Hachimantai is mountainous plateau that was formed by a volcano in the Ōu Mountains in northern Honshū, Japan’s main island. is located at the foot of Mt. Iwate.

The Hachimantai area receives some of the best powder snow in Honshu during the winter months, which make it an excellent spot for skiers.

This sparsely populated area allows skiers to delve into their adventurous spirits through providing them with the freedom to experience untamed territories that offer panoramic views of Japans unspoiled lands.

Explore the mountain ranges and expansive lakes that make up the areas topography by taking a snowcat ski tour through the region’s untamed backcountry.

For a more exhilarating experience, take the a snowcat ski tour through the region’s backcountry. These sturdy vehicles will carry skiers on a sightseeing ride around the Daikoku Forest, previously a ski resort but now reclaimed by nature.

Alternatively, for those who prefer exploring the area by foot can choose to combine the snowcat ride with hike on Mount Chausu where they can carve track on Hachimantai’s vast swathes of pure off-piste slopes.

After exploring the volcanic peaks, skiers can take advantage of the region’s numerous hot springs to recharge your batteries, the Japanese way.