The wide range of routes is impressive, as you'd expect from a company with over 25 years of experience
Color Sports Club is a group based in the large fields of the Hakuba Mountain Range, located in the northern part of the Hida Mountains, also known as the ridge of Japan. They provide guides, as well as facilities such as a shop, cafe, and lodge. They have long been known for their backcountry style of skiing and snowboarding, and have been active both in Japan and overseas, in Japan's most famous mountain areas
He has many routes in the Hakuba backcountry fields that he has personally developed, so he can go to the fields with the best conditions for each day. His versatility is widely known
Furthermore, since its founding more than 25 years ago, Color Sports Club has placed great importance on deepening communication between guides and guests when they enter the mountains. This idea that mutual trust leads to a richer riding experience and a more enjoyable time has attracted many repeat customers over the years
Colorful tours based on the areas you enjoy
At Color Sports Club, each fun activity is characterized by a different color. There are six colors in total, and each color offers its own unique "fun." Activities are held from November to May, mainly in the Hakuba area, and each "play (color)" lasts 4 to 6 hours.
For example, "Blue Play" is for those experiencing backcountry skiing for the first time or those who want to enjoy it casually. It includes an orientation and allows participants to enjoy skiing with an elevation difference
of 400 to 600m. "Yellow Play" is for those who want to enjoy backcountry skiing seriously or advanced skiers. It makes full use of snowshoes and climbing skins and allows participants to enjoy skiing with an elevation difference of 600 to 1,000m, double that of Blue Play. Participants can take part in "Yellow Play" after gaining experience in "Blue Play." Furthermore, repeat participants can enjoy "Red Play," which offers a route with an elevation difference of 1,000 to 1,200m, double that of Yellow Play, and the system is designed to allow participants to step up their skills.
Tomohiro Tonegawa
He is a pioneer who built the backcountry ski scene that continues to this day. In the early 1990s, he turned his attention to off-piste skiing, pioneering the mountain ski scene in the harsh winter. He also has a sense of humor, living in a tent, and after working overseas, he pioneered the entire Hakuba area, which is synonymous with his work. His pioneering work continues to this day
[Qualifications, etc.]
・JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II
・JMGA Ski Guide Stage II
・JAN Avalanche Worker Level 2
*JMGA…Japan Mountain Guide Association
JAN…Japan Avalanche Network
Guide Area
| Main guide area | Hakuba Valley (Hakuba, Otari, Omachi) |
| Other areas | Tateyama, Senjojiki, Myoko, Mount Fuji |
| Representative name (guide qualification) | Tomohiro Shagawa (JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II, JAN Avalanche Worker Level 2) |
| Main guide name (guide qualification) | Tomohiro Shagawa (JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II, JAN Avalanche Worker Level 2) |
| Number of guides | 4 full-time employees, 2 part-time employees (4 of whom are qualified) |
| Guide Ratio | 1 guide: 5 guests |
| Percentage of guests | Skiing/Snowboarding (5 vs. 5) / Men and Women (7 vs. 3) |
rental
| Snow Safety Gear | Beacon Probe Shovel (Ant) |
| backpack | Something that can be fitted with a board (yes) |
| Skiing | Skis with touring bindings (available) |
| Climbing gear | Climbing skins (Ali) Snowshoes (Ali) |
Fee
| 1DAY | For inexperienced and beginners: 11,000 yen (tax included), 13,200 yen (tax included) (full rental included) | |
| others | Experienced Participants - Advanced Light Day: ¥12,100 (tax included) Repeat Participants - Advanced Full Day: ¥14,300 (tax included) |
The actual tour content
| First time participating | BC experience | The most difficult | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity time | About 4 hours | About 6 hours | About 8 hours |
| Cumulative elevation gain | 400-600m (depending on the route) | 600-1200m (depending on the route) | 1400-1600m (depending on the route) |
| Average hiking time | About 1 to 2 hours | About 2 hours | About 5 hours |
| Slope Contents | A beautiful single slope with an open burn as the main feature | Various slopes, including medium slopes with some terrain changes in both open and tree slopes | Both open and tree skiing are mainly steep slopes, and the snow quality and terrain are varied |
Information
| address | 915-1 Kitajo, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture |
| Tel | 0261-71-1229 |
| Contact link | |
| Web | http://www.colorsportclub.com/ |
| Social Media | colorsport colorsport colorsport colorsport vimeo |
*The information posted is current as of July 2025
