How old can children start to ski or snowboard?
Writer: Narumi Shiraishi, Marketing Specialist; Editor: Anthea Hung, COO As avid enthusiasts of skiing or snowboarding, the exhilaration of gliding down the mountainside is a cherished passion in life. So when little ones come along and the family grows, many parents ask, ‘At what age can our child learn to ski or snowboard?’ This is […]
How to plan for a ski vacation with kids
Organising your children on any given day is hard work. Let alone trying to do so for a ski holiday. How many changes of clothes do the kids need? What’s the quickest way to the accommodation? What activities can they enjoy that will also give you some downtime? Planning a holiday can be a nightmare […]
INSIGHT: Training to be a professional snowsports child athlete
Hokkaido Ski Club’s ski/snowboard instructor and guide, Adir Sharon, shares his experiences as a coach for professional snowboard child athletes. He explains why having fun and becoming passionate about ski or snowboarding are the most important elements for any child who is learning, regardless of whether or not he/she will become a professional snowsports athlete. Skiing and […]
How to make an origami snowflake
The winter is months away and you, your family and friends are longing for the fun and excitement of snow white ski holidays. How do you get inspired? Get creative with our DIY Origami Snowflake! Origami is often associated with Japanese culture and paper folding. It is a most fascinating art form that uses transforms […]
Sapporo Snow Festival: A highlight of the snow season
The Sapporo Snow Festival, called Sapporo Yuki Matsuri in Japanese, is held across three main sites over 1 week in February. It is considered one of Japan’s most popular winter events. It attracts over 2 million visitors from Japan and around the world every year. This year marks the 18th anniversary of the snow festival. […]
