Thinking of Going Backcountry in Hakuba or Niseko? Here is the Best Ski and Snowboard Gear for Season 2018/19!

If you have an adventurous spirit then you’re probably wondering what lies beyond the boundaries of your favourite Japanese ski resorts. We can tell you the possibilities are absolutely endless. Fields of deep, dry untouched snow, tree lines just begging for fresh turns, pillows and mushrooms (of the powdery kind!) plus plenty of picture-perfect scenery. […]

Find Out How to Get Your Gear Ready to Go Skiing in Japan!

There is so Much Powder in Japan, Do I Still Need to Tune My Skis? When you’ve come to Japan for the holiday of a lifetime, the last thing you want is for your equipment to let you down. Walk in the doors of Rhythm in either Niseko or Hakuba and you’ll find our specialty […]

Six Ways You Can Keep Your Kids Warm in the Snow.

To a kid, a winter wonderland is paradise. A snowy landscape means toboggan tracks, igloos, snowmen, snowball fights and, of course, skiing and snowboarding. The best way to make sure your kids have fun during your Japan ski holiday is to make sure they’re dry and comfortable. So here are our top tips for keeping […]

Rhythm’s Guide to Splitboarding in the Niseko and Hakuba Backcountry

Rhythm’s Guide to Splitboarding in the Niseko and Hakuba Backcountry The Niseko and Hakuba areas in Japan are home to some of the most stunning and exhilarating side and backcountry riding options in the world. These days, splitboarding is regarded as the easiest way for snowboarders to get off the beaten trail and enjoy everything […]

LET’S GET TECH! THE LATEST ESSENTIALS FOR BACKCOUNTRY SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING

Thanks to some huge advances in equipment technology, heading beyond the resort boundaries on your skis or snowboard is now easier and safer than ever. It’s easy to see why touring the backcountry is so popular, think wide open, untouched powder fields, beautiful vistas, the satisfaction of ‘earning your turns’ and getting away from the […]

GOT A POWDER SNOW FANATIC IN THE FAMILY? WHAT TO BUY THEM THIS CHRISTMAS!

What springs to mind when you hear the term ‘white Christmas’? Is it log fireplaces? Snowmen wrapped in red and white scarves? Hot ham glazed in maple honey? What about ‘getting slapped in the face with bucket loads of Japan’s finest powder’? If that’s your answer, you’re probably as obsessed with snow as we are. […]

APRES WEATHER: HOW TO STAY WARM ON THE STREETS OF NISEKO AND HAKUBA

For skiers and snowboarders the words ‘Japan’ and ‘powder’ go together just like sake and pizza (seriously…try it. Oishi neh!). But, in order to achieve snow of the quality they are famous for, Hakuba and Niseko’s weather conditions can often be harsh. For most of us, the thought of visiting places that get between 10 […]

SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING IN THE HAKUBA BACKCOUNTRY

A nasty rumour is currently doing the rounds. You may have heard it. Or you might even be guilty of saying it yourself. According to this rumour there’s ‘no steep stuff in Japan’. No ‘real’ mountains. No ‘challenging terrain’. Well we’re here to tell you this isn’t true. The Japan Alps are a palatial range […]

CHOOSING THE RIGHT GLOVES AND MITTS FOR SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING

Cold. It can be a snow lovers best friend or worst enemy. One of the easiest ways to embrace a severe drop in temperatures is by having optimal protection for your body, starting with your hands. Here are our top tips for silencing the shivers by choosing the best gloves and mitts for skiing or […]

HOW TO AVOID FOGGING YOUR GOGGLES

Ever heard the saying “you can’t slide if you can’t see?” No? That’s probably because we made it up just then. It makes sense though, especially in Japan. Due to massive snowfalls it’s likely you will be skiing or boarding when the snow is dumping down and, while we all love getting our fix of powder, these […]