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From Tokyo’s Neon Glow to Hokkaido’s Deepest Pow
Three things you will do on this trip that you will still be talking about years later.
Tokyo lightsWe start in the most electric city on earth. Immersive art at TeamLab Planets, a sushi crawl at Tsukiji, and the whole day spent losing yourself in the glow. We finish the only way we know how: late night sake and karaoke in the tiny alleys of Golden Gai.
The snow squadNo bunny slopes here. Everyone is intermediate to advanced, so the pace stays high. We split into daily groups by ability so you are always riding with people who can keep up. Big group runs, secret powder stashes and a crew that pushes you further than you planned.
Onsen and distilleryAfter a full send day we slow it down the Japanese way. Melt into a natural outdoor hot spring with snow falling on your head, then over to the Niseko Distillery for a tasting of the local gold. High octane and restorative in the same afternoon.
📅 The day by day
Nine days. Every single one of them optional.
Check in by 3pm, orientation at 5, then a night out in Tokyo.
Fly into Tokyo and meet the crew at our hotel, The Knot Tokyo Shinjuku, by 3pm for check in. Orientation at 5pm to get you settled and synced with everyone. Then we move the body, grab a few drinks, and head out for a welcome night. A group dinner to set the tone, then your first proper SYB night out in the middle of Tokyo.
TeamLab, Tsukiji, your pick for the afternoon, Golden Gai at night.
Shake off the jet lag with a light morning session in Shinjuku Chuo Park and a big group breakfast. Then TeamLab Planets, then Tsukiji Fish Market for a mid day bite, and the afternoon is yours. Leaders head out to Yoyogi Park, Shibuya Sky and the Observatory, so pick whichever you want. That evening we walk to Golden Gai, eat at one of the tiny local spots and see where the night goes.
Workout, breakfast, then the included flight north.
Workout and breakfast, then onto the SYB shuttle for our included flight to Hokkaido. Time to hit the most iconic powder on the planet. We check in and get fitted for gear straight away so we are ready in the morning, take a snow walk to scout the village and the mountain, and finish with a big group dinner. Fresh food, deep powder talk and your new snow family in one room.
Groups by level, all day on the mountain, sushi and sake after.
Early wake up, coffee, breakfast, then straight to the mountain. We split into groups based on level and link back up at the apres meet spots. After a full day on the slopes we clean up and head into town for sushi, sake and the local apres scene.
New slopes, the distillery, then night skiing and the theme party.
By now everyone has found their rhythm. New slopes all day, then we regroup and head to the Niseko Distillery for a tour and a tasting of the local Japanese gold. With a light buzz, and if the conditions allow it, we go night skiing under the lights. Later we clean up, dress up and turn up for the theme costume night. The theme lands about a month before we go.
Mountain in the morning, hot spring in the afternoon.
Usual start: wake up, regroup, coffee, big breakfast, then a full morning on the mountain. In the afternoon we all head to a group onsen, the natural hot spring spa, for a soak that your legs have earned. Dinner is on your own tonight, so book something and explore the town, or stay in the spa robe and melt into the evening. Your call.
Bus to the far side, ski back across the range, dinner in town.
In the morning we bus to the far side of the mountain range and start the day from a completely new zone of Niseko. From there we ski our way back across the mountain, finding fresh runs, new views and hidden stashes on the way. Or take it easy, call it a half day and explore the town with your new favourite people. That evening we regroup for a crew dinner in town.
Full theme mode on the slopes. Spot your crew from a mile off.
Today is all about the costumes. We hit the slopes in full theme mode, and you will be spotting your crew from the other side of the mountain. What is the theme? You find out about a month before we go. It will be ridiculous, extremely photogenic and completely SYB.
The trip ends in Hokkaido. Book your flight home from here.
This is where the trip ends, right here in Hokkaido, so make sure your flight home is booked from this airport and not Tokyo. A lot of hugs, some sore legs, and a week you will be trying to describe to people for a long time.
Every day is optional. Ski all of it, or sleep in and meet us for apres.
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Real moments from real crews. Post yours and you are in the archive.
Because this trip gives you two completely different sides of Japan in one week.
You start in Tokyo, moving through food spots, neighborhoods, and nights that feel completely different from anywhere else. Then you head to Niseko, where the focus shifts to skiing, good food, and settling into a rhythm on the mountain.
It’s that contrast that makes it stand out. Fast-paced at the start, then more focused and immersive once you’re in the snow.
This is designed for intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders.
You should feel comfortable linking turns, riding confidently on most terrain, and being on the mountain for full days.
We’re not running lessons or beginner sessions on this trip, so if you’re brand new, this may not be the best fit.
Yes, and most people do.
This trip especially brings people together fast. Between Tokyo nights, ski days, and everything in between, you’re constantly doing things as a group.
By the time you hit the mountain, it already feels like a crew.
People who want something different.
Typically:
You don’t need to be an expert, but you should feel confident on the mountain and excited to spend full days skiing or riding.
A mix of energy and focus.
Tokyo is fast, social, and a bit unpredictable. Nights out, exploring different areas, and trying new things.
Once you get to Niseko, it shifts. Ski, eat, recover, repeat. Still social, but more grounded around the mountain.
You’ll experience two main locations:
You’ll explore the city, then fly north (included) into one of the best powder destinations in the world.
With us, it is. We'll mostly be in group while skiing, keeping an eye on each other (and through skiing apps). Our leaders are trained for all emergencies and have safety in mind first and foremost.
Also, Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, and both Tokyo and Niseko are very well set up for travelers.
We handle the logistics, including transport between locations, so you’re not navigating things on your own.
Yes.
We have a photographer and videographer on the trip, so you can stay present and still come away with great content from the week.
If you like the idea of:
Then yes.
If you’re brand new to skiing or looking for something more relaxed, this may not be the best fit.
1️⃣ Pick Your Trip - Choose your dates and destination.
2️⃣ Book Your Spot - Pay with cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna, or a payment plan.
3️⃣ Book Your Flight - You’re in. Grab that flight.
4️⃣ Six Weeks Out - We’ll send you a quick form to collect your flight, food preferences, and anything else we need to plan your trip right.
5️⃣ Three Weeks Out - We’ll send the trip guide, party themes, and group chat invite so you can meet the crew.
6️⃣ Let’s Go - Show up at the airport and find the happiest crew there.
Bookings are non-refundable, as spots are limited and trips are planned in advance.
If you cancel more than 45 days before the trip, you may receive trip credit toward a future SurfYogaBeer trip.
Travel insurance is required and is the best way to protect your booking if plans change.
