It is really important when you book a fully inclusive guided tour that you checkout the type of accommodation you will be staying in and also if the cultural aspect of the tour is talked up by the guiding company that the cultural activities are included in the cost and not add ons that you will have to pay and organize after starting the tour. These two areas of a guided tour can either make or break your ski holiday to Japan and always make sure you are comparing apples with apples when purchasing a fully inclusive guided package..
If you are wanting an authentic Japanese ski experience it is essential to have comfortable and immaculate accommodation owned and run by local Japanese, rather than a property owned by westerners catering to westerners. When one travels to another country you want to experience the true Japanese way and culture and having the right accommodation is critical to come back to after a hard day in the powder.
Some guiding companies may talk up the culture of Japan and not always deliver so if you are wanting that truly authentic experience check that your tour lists and delivers the culture that is talked up in their marketing.
We have put together a walkthrough of the absolutely stunning Ryokan Biyunoyado. It is not just stunning because of the architecture but more importantly the amazing local people that run this properties and provide that world renowned Japanese perfection and service.