Escorted by a guide who is familiar with the backcountry of Mount Rishiri
Rishiri Island, Japan's northernmost point. Rishiri's backcountry boasts a superb location surrounded by the sea on all sides. Enjoy the exhilarating feeling of skiing down towards the ocean in a whitefield free from crowds.
Toshiya Watanabe, a true local guide born and raised on Rishiri Island, will take you to the best spots according to your skill level and the conditions of the day. With guidance tailored to your technique, physical fitness, and desired activities, even complete beginners or those with concerns about their skills or physical fitness can enjoy backcountry skiing with peace of mind.
representative
Toshiya Watanabe
Born and raised on Rishiri Island.
A specialist in enjoying the island's nature—mountains, sea, and sky—through activities such as mountain climbing, surfing, backcountry snowboarding, fishing, paragliding, scuba diving, and sea kayaking.
[Qualifications, etc.]
JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II
, JMGA Mountain Ski Guide Stage II
, President of Rishiri Mountain Club
, Hokkaido Outdoor Association Mountain (Summer & Winter) Guide
, JAN Avalanche Operations Personnel Level 1
, Tree Climbing TMCA Instructor
*JMGA…Japan Mountain Guide Federation
JAN…Japan Avalanche Network
Guide Area
| Main guide area | The entire Mount Rishiri |
| Other areas | No |
| Representative name (guide qualification) | Toshiya Watanabe (JMGA Mountaineering Ski Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Main guide name (guide qualification) | Toshiya Watanabe (JMGA Mountaineering Ski Guide Stage II, JMGA Ski Guide Stage II) |
| Number of guides | 4 full-time employees, 0 part-time employees (including 3 qualified employees) |
| Guide Ratio | 2 guides, up to 8 guests |
| Percentage of guests | Skiing/Snowboarding (6 vs. 4) / 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 (none) |
| Climbing gear | Climbing skins (none) |
Fee
| 1DAY | From 13,200 yen (3 or more people / Varies depending on number of participants) |
| others | Snowmobile fee extra |
The actual tour content
| First time participating | BC experience | The most difficult | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity time | 6-7 hours | 7-8 hours | 8-10 hours |
| Cumulative elevation gain | 700 to 1000 m | 1000-1200m | 1700m |
| Average hiking time | 4-6 hours | 6 hours | 7 hours |
| Slope Contents | Forests and gentle slopes below 1000m above sea level | Choose a slope with good snow in the Alpine area | Skiing down from the summit of Mount Rishiri |
Information
| address | 227-5 Sakaemachi, Uguisudomari, Rishirifuji-cho, Rishiri-gun, Hokkaido |
| TEL | 0163-82-2295 |
| kanko@maruzen.com | |
| WEB | http://www.maruzen.com/tic/guide/ |
| Social Media | rishiri.guide.survice |
*The information listed is current as of October 2023
