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
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8:00 AMReception 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)9:30CAT ride
Two flight run12:00 PMLunch break (at Hachimantai CAT office)1:00 PMAfternoon tour begins
Two flight run3:00 PMCAT & Ride ends4:00 PMArrival 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
¥1,100Regular Price ¥2,800 |
| Shovel |
For Tour Participants Only
¥1,100Regular Price ¥1,800 |
| Probe |
For Tour Participants Only
¥1,100Regular 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 |