.Alright Epic Lifers!  Ya’ll asked for it and we are here to deliver.  We are returning to our bread and butter but raising the stakes.  It’s time to head to the high alpine in the land of the Rising Sun where steep and deep is a way of life.  Imagine a place where Japan’s legendary powder meets a dramatic backdrop of jagged peaks and cedar‑lined valleys — Hakuba is an entirely new canvas for your turns. For seasoned Niseko riders craving fresh lines, Hakuba’s sprawling, interconnected ski areas (Epic Pass works at all 9 Resorts) and lift‑served chutes deliver relentless variety: long steep faces, tight glades, wide bowl descents, and accessible backcountry gates that tempt experienced riders with truly adventurous pitches. The Epic Pass and Epic Local Pass will include 5 consecutive days in Hakuba Valley at all 9 resorts. 

Days in Hakuba flow from dawn corduroy to midday untracked laps and private backcountry runs, while evenings offer restorative onsens, multi‑course Japanese feasts of local mountain fare, and aprés scenes that range from intimate sake bars to lively izakayas in Echoland. Hakuba feels both authentically Japanese and surprisingly cosmopolitan — perfect for Epic Life Outdoors: a place that rewards big turns and quiet moments alike, promising an epic, intimate, and utterly unforgettable ski and snowboard adventure.