Now that Niseko United has officially been added to the Ikon Pass and the Mountain Collective, it’s time you delve into the world of Japanese skiing. The crew at SnowLocals, founded by two Telluride-born-and-raised skiers, produced this video to showcase a week of otherworldly shredding in Hokkaido, Japan. If you’re looking to make your own trip to Japan come to life, we have everything you need to know right here.
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