Touring around Furano

While Niseko boasts many options for touring or in-bounds riding, it’s not the Japan we came to see. The base area of Niseko might as well be Aspen or Vail, just with a few more noodle options. Additionally, with so many Westerners flocking to the area (us included) English is widely spoken and businesses accommodate to travellers. It’s too easy and comfortable, taking the adventure out of the whole experience.  Continue reading Touring around Furano

Sapporo Brewing, Snow Festival and Ramen!

When we first started planning our trip to Japan, I noticed that it lined up with the Sapporo Snow and Ice Festival. The festival is arguably one of the best in Japan and draws more than two million visitors, so naturally we had to check it out! After a day of skiing the legendary Japanese powder we headed to Sapporo, Japan’s fifth largest city. Continue reading Sapporo Brewing, Snow Festival and Ramen!

Climb Mountains. Go Fishing. Ride Bikes. Drink Beer. Repeat Often.