About Us
Blanco Escape is a boutique retreat brand focused on creating thoughtful winter experiences in Japan. Our retreats combine resort-based skiing and snowboarding, local food, comfortable lodging, and a relaxed group atmosphere for people who want more than a standard ski trip.
Each Blanco Escape retreat is intentionally small, community-oriented, and centered on enjoying Japan’s mountain culture in a responsible and respectful way.
Our Story
Blanco Escape was founded by Keenan and Valentina, a husband-and-wife team who split their time between Hawai’i and Japan.
After spending extended periods in Myoko, they created Blanco Escape as a way to share the experience of winter in Japan with like-minded people. Our focus is quality snow, incredible food, meaningful connections, and a slower, more intentional pace, not chasing extremes.
Keenan brings a background in entrepreneurship, cooking, and outdoor culture, while Valentina plays a key role in shaping the guest experience, atmosphere, and day-to day flow of each retreat. Together, they focus on creating an environment that feels welcoming, personal, and thoughtfully curated.
Meet The Team
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