Hokkaido Skiing & snowboarding

My colleague warned me that you definitely need to hire an instructor for your first time skiing, and I originally thought it was too expensive, but I'm glad I did. Skiing is really not something you can learn just by watching YouTube tutorials. The package I signed up for included all equipment except gloves and a helmet. I recommend renting a helmet, it's only 1500 yen. I think it's really convenient to sign up for this Klook tour. The organizer is a ski equipment rental shop, and they drive you to the ski resort in an SUV and guide you to put on your equipment. The main thing is that the ski instruction is very detailed. The instructor uses multiple languages ​​to explain each movement to you one-on-one and helps you get on track. After practicing in the beginner area, the instructor will assess whether you can ski down from the top. I signed up for the twin-tip ski tour, which has fewer people. There are a lot of snowboarders. The advantage of having fewer people is that the instructor can be there to block you in time in case of danger, and ski down the mountain with you. Although I went on the beginner green line at Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort, some parts of it were still very steep. If you can't make an S-turn, you'll just go straight down like a roller coaster, which is scary. I skied for 45 minutes while falling and learning. I think the experience is great, and I would highly recommend signing up for this tour, regardless of whether you want to develop skiing as a hobby in the future.

We had a truly wonderful experience. The guide was very enthusiastic and happily taught us how to ski, let us experience different runs, and was very professional in ski instruction, ensuring the safety of the players. This is a truly professional tour in all aspects of organization, from reception, guidance on choosing boots and skis, transportation, and ski lessons. This tour is well worth experiencing. We are very satisfied.

Best to hire instructor if beginner. gear and wear rental is cheaper in klook with discounts. Kokusai staff will provide the suitable size

Coach: CC coach is very patient, kind, and encouraging. I learned front-edge turns, heel-edge turns, and falling leaf maneuvers in no time. The explanation was very detailed! I felt very safe, and I got some great photos.

I bought this tour for twice, very good experiences. The trainer (Mr Leow) is an experienced trainer, he is helpful and friendly. The trainer also helped us to take photos and videos. Thank you

at first it a little bit confusing since not all the staff can speak english. but me and my husband had a very great time doing the private session with SOSO our instructor (yes, her name is SOSO). she teach us patiently, not wasting any single second so we can slide down the easy long slope twice with her (then we do 2more times by our own confidently). (I think the grup session do less then ours) equipment: 4 out of 5 instructor: BEST. 1000 out of 5 experience: 5 out of 5 location: nearest ski resort from sapporo city (i guess) safety: the voucher is include insurance and the instructor really taking care of us. the resort it self also have proper safety things

Excellent package for family. The place was amazing. The kids enjoyed the snow park. We have purcahsed the gold unit in which includes the meal and snow mobile tour, food buffet was very good and well prepared, the snow mobile tour a excellent experienced with amazing mountain view along the tour and the tour guide was so kind. I definitely will reccommend this package.

The staff at Rhythm Furano were very helpful and friendly. the whole experience from the moment we entered the store to all the fittings were great for beginners like us as they guide us on what size or type of board that fits us. the equipment that we rented was also in tip-top condition. they even allow early collection 1 day before and return 1 day after which allows us to enjoy the usage the whole day on our actual rented date without having to rush to meet their operating hours and allow more flexibility in our itinerary planning. it's a great one-stop service!

It's quite convenient. This time we stayed at the Tokyu REI Hotel, and every morning at 8:15, a bus would come to pick us up at the hotel. While waiting inside the hotel entrance, a staff member would come in holding a sign and call out names. Just show the QR code to confirm the name and number of people, and you can get on the bus. The bus drives to a bus stop very close to the ski resort entrance, first going to Olympia and then Highlands. In the afternoon, it departs from Highlands at 4:00 PM and arrives at Olympia at 4:10 PM. The staff on the bus will introduce the bus number, so it's best to remember it to avoid getting on the wrong bus. When you arrive at Olympia, go to the ticket window and show the QR code along with the full name of the person who made the reservation, and you can get your ski pass.