Asahikawa · Central Hokkaido · Japan
The driest powder
in Japan.
No crowds. Ever.
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in Japan.
No crowds. Ever.
8–10m
Annual snowfall
11
Seasons in Hokkaido
8
Guests per tour
16
resorts
Our philosophy
Eleven winters.
The same philosophy. Fab's Powder Trip is not a tour company-It's an obsession that started in 2007 when Hokkaido felt like a secret. Things have changed — but our idea of a perfect day hasn't. This is a hosted freeride experience where you ride at our own pace, choose your own lines, and chase powder on your own terms. Fab handles everything-logistics, moutain reading, snow chasing-so you only focus on riding. When terrain calls for it, a certified local guide-AIARE PRO1/JAN L2 Avalanche certification & Wilderness First Responder-joins for safety and access. Powder? Yes. Crowds? No
The same philosophy. Fab's Powder Trip is not a tour company-It's an obsession that started in 2007 when Hokkaido felt like a secret. Things have changed — but our idea of a perfect day hasn't. This is a hosted freeride experience where you ride at our own pace, choose your own lines, and chase powder on your own terms. Fab handles everything-logistics, moutain reading, snow chasing-so you only focus on riding. When terrain calls for it, a certified local guide-AIARE PRO1/JAN L2 Avalanche certification & Wilderness First Responder-joins for safety and access. Powder? Yes. Crowds? No
Why Asahikawa
Powder
Central Hokkaido receives 8 to 10 metres of the driest, lightest snow on earth between January and March. Situated further inland than the coastal resorts, the snow loses its moisture before it reaches us — what's left is pure float, especially with the right equipment.
Onsen
Every evening ends the same way — hot volcanic spring water, a sauna, a cold plunge, and the particular silence of a Japanese onsen at dusk with snow falling. Your body will thank you.
Food & Place
Asahikawa has over 2,000 restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. Ramen, Genghis Khan BBQ, izakaya, sushi, donburi — the kind of eating that makes people book a return trip before the first trip is over.
"If the powder exists, Fab will find it."
— Rod M, 48 · Snowboarder, Australia
"Catering beautifully for varying skill levels."
— Julia H, 60 · Skier, Australia
Fabien Fanton
Founder & Lead Host · Since 2007
French. Based in Australia. Snowboard industry veteran from Lyon and Melbourne. Grandson of a pioneer of Alpe d'Huez. Flying to Asahikawa every winter since 2007 — not because it's a job, but because this place became an obsession. Celebrating 20 years of Freeride Hosting in 2027.
Fab has spent 11 winters mapping Central Hokkaido's terrain. When you book, you deal directly with Fab — not an agent, not a call centre. He'll reply personally within 48 hours.
11
Winters in Hokkaido
16
resorts
8
Guests per tour max
Four tours.
January to February 2027. Max 8 guests per tour. Fab replies personally within 48 hours. See the Tours & Book
January to February 2027. Max 8 guests per tour. Fab replies personally within 48 hours. See the Tours & Book