Pristine powder slopes beneath the Tokachi mountain range in Hokkaido

Winter 2026 / 27

Fly Direct to Japan’s
Legendary Powder

This winter, the world’s great cities connect non-stop to Hokkaido. Step off the aircraft at New Chitose and into a refined, fully arranged ski journey through Sahoro, Furano, and the island’s most coveted snow.

Explore the journeys

New non-stop flights into New Chitose from Sydney, San Francisco & Vancouver.

The skies have opened

Three new non-stop routes to Hokkaido

For the first time, travellers from Australia and North America can reach the powder without transiting Tokyo. Settle into a lie-flat seat, sleep over the Pacific, and wake to the slopes of New Chitose.

From 7 Dec 2026

Qantas

Sydney · QF108

Frequency: Up to 5x weekly
Aircraft: Airbus A330-200
Premium cabin: Business 1-2-1 lie-flat suites

The only non-stop link between Sydney and Hokkaido, expanded by over 50% on strong demand.

From 11 Dec 2026

United Airlines

San Francisco · SFO – CTS

Frequency: 3x weekly
Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner
Premium cabin: United Polaris business, 48 lie-flat seats

The first-ever non-stop service between Sapporo and the U.S. mainland.

From 17 Dec 2026

Air Canada

Vancouver · AC55 / AC54

Frequency: 3x weekly
Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Premium cabin: Signature Class, Premium Economy & Economy

North America's only non-stop flight to Sapporo, landing you in powder country.

Flight details reflect airline announcements for the 2026/27 winter season and are subject to change. Flights are not included in tour pricing. Please confirm schedules directly with the carrier.

The signature journey

Sahoro & Furano Ski Journey

Direct flights to Hokkaido’s powder

Eleven days across two of Hokkaido’s premier resorts. Glide through the open, high-quality powder of Sahoro, then chase the wide-ranging courses of Furano set against the magnificent Tokachi mountain range — all on a round-trip itinerary through New Chitose Airport.

Two premier resorts: Sahoro & Furano
11-day round trip via New Chitose Airport
Private transfers and pre-arranged stays

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Welcome gift

10% off

Quote the code below when you submit an enquiry to receive 10% off your original tour price on selected Hokkaido journeys.

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Selected tours only. Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply.

Curated Hokkaido journeys

Choose your winter in the north

Three refined ways to ski Hokkaido — from the signature Sahoro & Furano journey to an Asahikawa powder safari, each fully arranged around New Chitose Airport.

The BluePlanet difference

Travel light. Ski everything.

Concierge-Style Planning

Every detail arranged in advance by a team from one of Japan's leading travel groups — you simply arrive and ski.

Seamless From Touchdown

Private transfers from New Chitose, pre-booked premium stays, and airport-to-hotel luggage delivery.

Effortless Peace of Mind

Travel insurance options and 24-hour assistance throughout your journey across Hokkaido.