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Guided Winter Retreats in Myoko Kogen

Unforgettable snow, all inclusive comfort, and authentic japanese adventure

Why We Created This Retreat

We didn’t just want to offer a place to stay, we wanted to create an experience. A winter escape where deep powder turns are followed by slow evenings filled with laughter, vinyl records spinning, and the smell of something incredible cooking in the kitchen.

At Blanco Escape, we host you like we do our closest friends. Expect epic home-cooked meals, inspired by local flavors and global comfort food. And yes,we open some of the best natural wines we’ve been saving for the right people.

 

This week is about reconnecting with what matters: good snow, good food, good people.

A 7-Day Guided Powder Experience in the Japanese Alps

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What a Week Looks Like at Blanco Escape

Day 1: 

Arrival & Welcome Dinner

Settle into your cozy lodge, meet your crew, and enjoy a private chef-prepared welcome dinner. Soak in the atmosphere and maybe an onsen too.

Day 2–5

Ride. Explore. Repeat.

Each day kicks off with breakfast and a tailored snow report. We chase the best lines. Whether it's in Myoko’s legendary sidecountry or a quick day trip to neighboring resorts like Nozawa or Lotte Arai. Local guides lead the charge, from early lifts to secret powder stashes. Evenings bring hot meals, Natty wine and chill time. We'll do an onsen too!

Day 6

Culture Day or Bonus Ride Day

Choose your pace. Rest your legs and explore historic temples, shop in old town Takada, or ride one more day if the snow calls. It's totally up to you.  If the snows still firing, go and rip some more pow.

Day 7

Departures & Hugs All Around

Big breakfast, last photos, and smooth transfers back to the station. You’ll leave full of powder, memories, and maybe a little sake, whiskey and beer.

What’s Included-

  • 6 nights in Blanco Escape Lodge (private or shared rooms available)

  • 5 days of guided riding

  • Daily breakfast + 3 chef-prepared dinners. For other meals we'll go somewhere local and as the say.....oiyshiiiii.

  • Transportation to ski areas and everywhere else you need to go

  • Onsen visits, cultural outings, and surprises

  • Good effin times!!

Choose Your Week
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Lets get you in the Books

If you’re interested in staying with us, the best way to book is to reach out directly by email. Because we keep our groups small and the experience flexible, we don’t use an automated booking system. Send us a message with your dates, riding level, and group size, and we’ll get back to you with availability and the best options for your stay. Whether you’re joining a hosted retreat or planning a lodge stay, we’ll help you put together the right week based on snow conditions, group fit, and what kind of experience you’re looking for.

Email: Hello@blancoescape.com

©2025 by Blanco Escape, Myoko Kogen. 

Legal Notice
Blanco Escape is the brand name for retreats operated in Japan by Blanco Escape GK (Myoko, Niigata Prefecture, Japan). Blanco Escape LLC (Hawaii, USA) acts solely as a marketing and booking agent and does not operate the retreats, host guests, or supervise activities in Japan.
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