Guiding with authentic methods from Austria, the mountain kingdom
Backcountry Glide Niseko is run by Atsushi Horie, an Austrian nationally certified mountain ski guide and ski instructor. Based on the Austrian mountain and ski method, the company offers backcountry guide services at three locations: the Niseko main campus, the Tateyama branch, and the Gassan branch.
In winter, they offer guide and lesson programs in their own unique style in the mountains of Niseko, Hokkaido, and in spring in the Northern Alps' Tateyama. You can enjoy European-style powder sessions, backcountry tours, and lessons!
representative
Jun Horie
I came to Austria in search of skiing techniques and lived in Tyrol for 15 years. I believe that technique is nurtured by tradition, culture, and nature, and should not be biased. This inevitably led to my current work style. I am both a ski instructor and a guide. When it comes to skiing, I am particular about the outward leaning posture and the quality of the changes depending on the situation, and when it comes to slopes, I am extremely particular about the fall line
[Qualifications]
Austrian national certified ski guide
, Austrian national certified ski instructor
, Austrian Tyrolean state government certified mountain guide
, JMGA mountain guide stage I, ski guide stage II
*JMGA: Japan Mountain Guides Association
Guide Area
| Main guide area | Niseko and surrounding areas |
| Other areas | Mt. Gassan (April), Mt. Tateyama (April to June) |
| Representative name (guide qualification) | Jun Horie (Austrian National Certified Mountain Ski Guide, JMGA Mountain Guide Stage I, Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Main guide name (guide qualification) | Jun Horie (Austrian National Certified Mountain Ski Guide, JMGA Mountain Guide Stage I, Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Number of guides | 3 full-time employees, 2 part-time employees (5 of whom are qualified) |
| Guide Ratio | 1 guide: 4 guests |
| Percentage of guests |
rental
| Snow Safety Gear | Beacon, Probe, and Shovel (only one set available) |
| backpack | Something that can be fitted with a board (yes) |
| Skiing | Skis with touring bindings (none) |
| Climbing gear | Climbing skins (no) Snowshoes (yes) |
Fee
| 1DAY | Lift Access Tour: 42,000 yen / Lift & Hike Combination Tour: 45,000 yen / Backcountry Tour: 48,000 yen etc. (All prices are for up to 4 participants. Please inquire about prices for solo participants.) |
| others |
The actual tour content
| First time participating | BC experience | The most difficult | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity time | From about 4 hours | Approximately 4 hours | 5 hours or more |
| Total altitude difference |
Minimum 1,000m | Approximately 1,500m | Over 15,000m |
| Average hike time |
45-60 minutes | Approximately 90 minutes | Approximately 120 minutes |
| Slope Contents | The average slope of the route is about 20 degrees. Choose an easy route. The slopes are mostly open runs, and even for tree runs, choose wide lines. The average slope of the slopes is 27 degrees | The amount of snow and the quality of the snow are top class. The slope is about 28-30 degrees, which is a pleasant open run, and there are also wide tree runs | If conditions and circumstances are right, we also offer Mt. Yotei Peak Hunt & Crater Drop BC Tours |
