Sushi and Skiing the White Horse
Written by Brendan a Snowboarder from Victoria, Australia
14/12/2009
Hakuba, or ''White Horse'' in Japanese, is the epitome of Japanese skiing.
Seven powdery ski resorts line the Hakuba Valley, with the monster Happo One rearing above the rest. Long runs, mogal bowls, excellent freestyle parks and spectacular views typify this ski area, making Hakuba Nagano the obvious choice for the 1998 winter olympics.
Not only is the piste experience world class, fine Japanese cuisine and hot springs await after a big day on the hill. With a charming rural train connecting each of the resorts, fresh tracks are almost guaranteed at the White Horse.