Powder, Progression & A Little Adventure
This women’s ski holiday in Japan is designed for skiers who are ready to explore a little more.
January is typically Niseko’s snowiest month, bringing regular snowfall, deeper powder and more terrain options across Niseko and the surrounding resorts. While skill development remains an important part of the week, the focus shifts towards applying those skills in more varied conditions and exploring everything that makes skiing in Hokkaido so special.
Whether you’re travelling solo or with friends, you’ll join a small group of women who enjoy skiing, learning and sharing the experience together.
Apply for January 18th-24th now!Who Is It for?
This week is designed for women who are comfortable skiing blue runs and most red runs in parallel and are looking to continue building their confidence across a wider range of terrain and snow conditions.
Perhaps you’ve developed a solid foundation on groomed runs and are curious about skiing powder, variable snow or venturing a little further from the pistes. Maybe you’d like to feel more confident when conditions aren’t perfectly groomed, or simply enjoy exploring more of the mountain.
The focus is not on extreme terrain or keeping up with the strongest skier in the group. Instead, we’ll continue developing good habits while expanding where and how we ski.
Typical Ability Level
This week is best suited to women who:
• Comfortably ski blue runs and most red runs in parallel
• Can control their speed using turn shape rather than braking
• Are comfortable skiing for a full day on the mountain
• Are interested in developing confidence in powder and variable snow.
You don’t need previous powder skiing experience, but you should be comfortable skiing independently on groomed terrain and willing to challenge yourself in new conditions.
Small group sizes allow plenty of individual feedback, and groups will be matched to ensure everyone is skiing with others of a similar ability level.
What Will We Work On?
The exact focus will vary depending on the group and conditions, but topics may include:
• Balance and stance
• Edging and pressure management
• Turn shape and speed control
• Skiing variable snow conditions
• Introduction to powder skiing
• Terrain choice and mountain tactics
• Building confidence away from groomed runs
• Adapting technique to different snow conditions
Throughout the week we’ll continue building awareness of ski-snow interaction and how our movements influence the outcome of each turn, helping you become a more adaptable and versatile skier.
why january?
January is typically when Niseko is at its best.
While no ski holiday can guarantee snowfall, January has historically offered the deepest and most consistent snow conditions of the season. Last winter alone, Niseko received over four metres of snowfall during January.
The snow is so deep that we can bury you in it.
Trip Overveiw
Dates: Jan 18th-24th 2027
Location: Niseko, Hokkaido
Price per person: ¥600,000
What's Included
• Five days of ski coaching
• Six nights luxury chalet accommodation
• Morning yoga sessions
• Professional ski shoot
• Ski passes included
• Dinner
• Daily onsen
• Concierge and transportation
Not Included
• Flights
• Lunches
• Travel insurance
• Transport to resort
• Ski Rental
If you need ski rental, I can help you source equipment that suits your ability level and the conditions for the week. 2027 rental prices have not yet been released by the stores.
Dining and Meals
Breakfast:
The chalet kitchen is stocked with fresh bread, and Hokkaido sourced bacon, eggs, fruit, Yogurt — and I’ll add extras based on your preferences.
Lunch:
We’ll stop at my favourite mountain cafés each day — so bring a little pocket money and a big appetite!
Dinner:
All dinners are included and thoughtfully planned: Omakase courses, izakaya nights, and private-chef evenings shared in our cozy chalet.
Where You’ll Stay
You will stay at The Miru Niseko in beautiful Lodge 10, with twin-share rooms for all guests. The tatami room will become our morning yoga and movement space, while the open-plan lounge and dining area gives us plenty of room to relax together after skiing.
Located a short drive from the slopes and the famous onsens of the Annupuri area, the lodge offers a peaceful base to enjoy both the skiing and slower side of Niseko life.
Explore The Miru Niseko →
Your Ski Instructor and Host
I’ve been wintering in Niseko since 2016. Before discovering a passion for teaching skiing in 2018, I worked in Japanese restaurants and developed a deep appreciation for Japan’s hospitality and food culture.
Women on Edge brings those two worlds together.
My goal is simple: Help you become a better skier while sharing some of the experiences that have kept me coming back to Japan year after year.
Relaxation and Onsen Experience
Niseko’s onsens are world-class, especially in the Annupuri area just 10 minutes from our chalet.
I’ll guide you through Japanese onsen etiquette and introduce you to my favourite local hot springs — a soothing highlight of every Women on Edge week.
What to Expect
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM | Morning movement to wake up muscles and align posture for skiing. |
| 7:45 AM | Self-serve breakfast (we’ll send a dietary form so you can add requests). |
| 9:00 AM | Start skiing; video feedback over coffee mid-morning. |
| 13:00 PM | Lunch at one of Niseko’s local restaurants. |
| 1:30 PM | Reinforce the morning’s focus and explore new runs. |
| 3:30 PM | Finish up skiing and head to a hot spring or stop for an après-ski treat. |
| 6:30 PM | Dinner: rotating between izakaya dining, omakase course, or a private chef evening in the chalet. |
Ready to join us?
If you’re looking for a Women’s Ski Retreat in Japan that combines skiing, adventure, Japanese hospitality and a small group environment, I’d love to hear from you.