Hakuba Norikura Onsen Ski Area

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About Backcountry and off-piste skiing

2023.02.01

In winter, the beauty of the mountains is enhanced by the whiteness of the snow, creating a spectacular view that attracts climbers.
On the other hand, there have been cases nationwide of accidents caused by careless mountaineering and “backcountry” skiing and snowboarding on undeveloped snow-covered mountains without taking proper safety measures. There have been cases of accidents nationwide.

Climbing mountains under severe natural conditions such as blizzards, cold, and avalanches, mountaineers who wish to climb winter mountains must have the physical strength to overcome such conditions, as well as the skills, knowledge, and experience to make the most of these conditions. Therefore, mountaineers who wish to climb mountains in winter need to have the physical strength to overcome such conditions, as well as the skills, knowledge and experience to make sound judgments.

Those who enjoy mountaineering, backcountry skiing, etc. should choose mountains that match their physical strength, skills, and experience, and be sure to check information on weather and snow conditions. In addition, please be sure to check information on weather and snow conditions, and be sure to prepare equipment that can cope with severe winter conditions from the advance planning stage.

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