hi guys,

I'm going to japan for a conference next week,
and will stay 2 more weeks. It'll be my first time in japan, and I'd best like to go backcountry-skiing in those 2 weeks.

Is backcountry-skiing popular in japan ??
Are there usually any tracks ? Or maps with tracks drawn on them ?
Which areas are good ? Hokkaido ?
and is it possible to get to the trailheads by public transport, or hitchhiking ?
may one climb & ski mt. fuji ?

I would be happy if you could send me a few suggestion on where to go (and maybe stay for a week or so....low budget).
Also if somebody wnats to come along, or if I can join someone of you for a skitour - let me know.

thanks !
tony

PS: do you use the same avalanche beacons:
457 kHz ?

beacons same
Fuji no access at this time you would have to start low down I think. If you wanna do it then no problems cause no one is there to stop you.
Very wind blasted though.

Hokkaido good stuff yes.
hakuba better call evergreen outdoor center and get a tour from dave.