Backcountry

To ensure a safe and enjoyable backcountry experience,
please make sure you have all the necessary equipment and knowledge.

Safety Tips

Ski Area

  • Please carefully note the resort’s borders,and the out-of-bounds areas
  • Always keep your speed under control
  • Be aware of your surroundings,and of the people and things around you
  • Boarders are asked to always use a leash
  • We highly recommend using a helmet
  • Always ski with a partner on the ungroomed slopes
  • Skiing in the resort is prohibited outside of normal business hours
  • Skiers breaking resort rules may have their lift tickets taken,and be escorted off the premises
  • In case of emergency, please contact resort staff immediately
  • For complete Tenjindaira rules,please see the resort terms and conditions

Backcountry

  • Exit the resort through the designated gate
  • Remember,there are many hidden and uncontrolled hazards in the backcountry
  • Some of the areas immediately outside the resort are closed,and must not be entered
  • Entering the backcountry requires special preparation and equipment
  • Check the latest mountain and avalanche information before entering the backcountry
  • Travel in groups that include experienced people
  • Those with limited backcountry experience should always use a guide
  • Search and rescue activities may require a large amount of time and money
  • In case of an emergency,always immediately call the police at 110.

Special Note

The slopes located on both sides of the Tajirizawa A Course are not part of the Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Ski Resort.An avalanche occurring on these slopes could seriously injure riders below on the Tajirizawa A Course.This land is administered by the Tone-Numata Forest Management Office,which has declared this a no-entry zone.However,to ensure the safety of skiers on the Tajirizawa A Course,ski resort staff do enter this area to ensure its safety-we have received permission from the Tone-Numata Forest Management Office to implement safety measures.
We appreciate your understanding of this situation.

Emergency contact number
POLICE 110
FIRE RESCUE 119

What to Bring

Items Details Must-Have
Avalanche Gear Beacon
Probe
Shovel
Avalanche airbag
Skiing and Riding Gear Skis
Ski bindings
Ski boots
Poles
Climbing skins
Snowboard
Snowboard boots
Snowboard bindings
Snowshoes
Backpack
Wear and Accessories Outer shell
Mid-layer
Base layer
Insulation
Gloves (extra pair)
Hat
Balaclava
Helmet
Goggles (with spare lens)
Sunglasses
Headlamp
Extra socks
Essentials Drinks
Water bottle/Thermos
Food/Snacks
Watch
Map and compass
GPS
Two-way radio
Mobile phone
Flare
Wax
Medical and Safety Medications
Ropes
Carabiner
First aid kit
Sunscreen
Garbage bags
Health insurance card
Copy of Mountain climbing insurance card
Scraper
Tools (for gear repair)

Rental

We offer a variety of rental equipment for your backcountry adventure.

  • Beacon rental
    ¥2,000
  • Backpack rental
    ¥1,000
  • Probe rental
    ¥1,000
  • Shovel rental
    ¥1,000
  • 3-piece set (backpack, probe, shovel)
    ¥2,500
  • 4-piece set (beacon, backpack, probe, shovel)
    ¥3,500
Rental counter hours
8:30am~3:30pm

Guides

We recommend hiring a guide who is familiar with the mountain terrain.