Hachimantai CAT & Ride Tour

Hachimantai CAT & Ride Tour

Hachimantai CAT & Ride Tour

A guided powder run through the former Hachimantai Ski Resort area, which was closed despite being beloved by many.
You’ll be riding the snowcat, and there is no need to hike.
Enjoy the finest snow while taking in the magnificent expanse of the Hachimantai range stretching out from Mt Iwate.

The activity has ended for this season due to a CAT vehicle malfunction.

Date
The activity has ended for this season due to a CAT vehicle malfunction.
Eligibility
Skiers and snowboarders of junior high school age and older who have no problem with powder skiing
Schedule
8:00 AM
Reception and meeting at APPIExplore, ANA Crowne Plaza 1F
Drive to the former Hachimantai ski resort
Prepare for skiing at Hachimantai CAT office (change ski boots)
9:30
CAT ride
Two flight run
12:00 PM
Lunch break (at Hachimantai CAT office)
1:00 PM
Afternoon tour begins
Two flight run
3:00 PM
CAT & Ride ends
4:00 PM
Arrival at ANA Crowne Plaza and dismissal after review

            

Fee (tax included)
Residents of Japan 35,000 yen
Foreign visitors to Japan 42,000 yen
*For those who do not speak Japanese, the inbound foreigner fee will be charged.
Please understand that the fee is different from the Japanese fee due to the English interpreting staff accompanying the tour. (English interpreting guide is available only in English.)
● Even if the number of participants does not meet the capacity, the tour will be held by paying the fee for three participants.
Running data
2.5km from the summit to the foot of the mountain Maximum slope: 38 degrees Average slope: 18 degrees
Necessary equipment
Avalanche transceiver (beacon), probe, shovel, backpack, helmet, skis or snowboard suitable for powder skiing, powder poles, clothing, goggles, hat, gloves, face mask suitable for powder skiing
personal effects
Lunch and beverages (please leave them at the CAT office during the tour)
Capacity
3-8 persons
Reservation
Web reservations (by 5:00 PM 3 days prior to the event date)
Inquiry
appiexplore@ihr.co.jp

Winter Season 2025–26
APPI ExPlore Equipment Rental Fees
Rental Items Fees
Backcountry Snowshoes Regular Price

¥3,500
Helmet For Tour Participants Only

¥1,100
Beacon (Tracker) / Avalanche Transceiver For Tour Participants Only

¥1,100

Regular Price

¥2,800
Shovel For Tour Participants Only

¥1,100

Regular Price

¥1,800
Probe For Tour Participants Only

¥1,100

Regular Price

¥1,800
Backpack (item only) Regular Price

¥1,800
Rental Items Fees
Snowshoe 3-Item Set (Snowshoes, Boots, Poles) Regular Price

¥4,000
Snowshoes Regular Price

¥3,500
Snow Boots (Outside Program Use) Regular Price

¥1,100
Snowshoe Poles Regular Price

¥1,100

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