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You should be able to confidently ski powder and variable terrain with joy and ease. The terrain at Nozawa Onsen and Madarao ranges from beginner to expert, so if you if you don't quite have your powder legs under you, there's something for everyone. But expect the group to be on the Powder Program.

A maximum of eight people will be on this trip. We will all have a chance to get to know each other before the trip through optional monthly Zoom calls.

Yes, we offer multiple payment plans. Pay the $250 deposit today and we will bill you the remainder. You can choose up to four payments and the trip must be paid in full by December 31st, 2025.

Our team is experienced with managing groups and knows the area well, so a professional guide isn't necessary but can be arranged for. The cost on average for a group of six is $800, plus gratuity.

We highly recommend you bring your own gear, although rentals are available at the mountain.

You must have a beacon, shovel, and probe if you plan on skiing in terrain that is not managed by ski patrol. Those kits are be available to rent for an additional cost directly from the shops in Nozawa Onsen.

Yes, as long as you feel comfortable not skiing or riding with the entire group.

We will stay in a lovely hotel in Tokyo our first two nights. The rooms are small in Tokyo, so prepare yourself for that! In Nozawa Onsen, we'll stay at The View in traditional Japanese rooms with tatami mats. You can walk to the resort, all of the best restaurants and après spots, and any one of the 13 public onsen.

Breakfast will be a mix of Japanese and Western. You are responsible for your own lunches. Please note that it is very difficult to eat a fully vegetarian diet in Japan due to the nature of most sauces and broths. We will work with you to accommodate your dietary restrictions.

We will hold optional monthly Zoom calls. Please be prepared to share your pronouns, the native land you reside on, and a little bit about yourself. You are welcome to join the calls before you commit to learn about the trip prior to booking. Please contact us for the registration link for the calls.

You can receive a full refund less the deposit up to six months before the departure of the trip. If you need to cancel within three to five months of the departure, we will provide credit for a future trip. There is no refund provided for cancellations within one month of the departure date. If we are not able to run the trip due to circumstances out of our control, we will reschedule the trip.

Best way to reach us is via email at hello@coalitionsnow.com, Monday through Thursday. From there we can set up a time to chat.

Travel insurance is required. We are committed to creating a safe space for all participants and as such have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, intimidation, and/or verbal/physical abuse.

We knew we deserved better equipment and a community that saw us, heard us, valued us, and put us front and center. So we said goodbye to shrink-it-and-pink-it and toxic bro culture and said hello to something more: a community that values camaraderie over competition, solidarity over sending, and compassion over cuntery.

We believe that the recipe for making a kick-ass pair of skis or snowboards has nothing to do with what's between your legs but what's between your ears and in your heart. We start with a concept that meets our unique needs and work with a team of engineers to bring our designs to life. We manufacture in reputable factories that prioritize the health and safety of their team and the environment. We test, bring in our Ambassadors and Athletes (did you know that our skis have been in the Olympics?), refine, and then deliver a finished product to you.

From the beginning, we’ve been willing to do and say what our peers won’t. There is no place for the status quo, no room for hanging back, no time for wait or play it safe. In everything we create, we aim to make a positive impact in the world of snowsports and beyond. And that’s what makes us different. We're Coalition Snow, and we're the ones we've been waiting for.