January 7-8, 2017 Fukiage hot Springs, Hokkiado, Japan.
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By mid-afternoon we were back at the hot springs soaking and relaxing.
The evening meal was a party of special sushi and sake and much laughing -- since I only know six Japanese words -- I didn't get the jokes they were telling, but it was still a fun party.
We toured the second day toward another peak (Mount Furano) but weather conditions were windy and cloudy and once we got above timberline the snow was sastrugi and ice. So we headed back for another soak in the hot springs.
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The hot springs facility provides dorm style japanese bunks (wooden bunk, 1 inch thick futon) and a shared kitchen as well as access to the hot springs for $2750 yen ($24 USD) per night. What a deal! At least if you can speak Japanese and are familiar with their customs or have a guide. Staff doesn't speak English and signs are all in Japanese. I'mean lucky to have YoYo as a guide, otherwise I'd be an ugly American tourist.
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By mid-afternoon we were back at the hot springs soaking and relaxing.
The evening meal was a party of special sushi and sake and much laughing -- since I only know six Japanese words -- I didn't get the jokes they were telling, but it was still a fun party.
We toured the second day toward another peak (Mount Furano) but weather conditions were windy and cloudy and once we got above timberline the snow was sastrugi and ice. So we headed back for another soak in the hot springs.
https://www.endomondo.com/users/5984302/workouts/856321462
The hot springs facility provides dorm style japanese bunks (wooden bunk, 1 inch thick futon) and a shared kitchen as well as access to the hot springs for $2750 yen ($24 USD) per night. What a deal! At least if you can speak Japanese and are familiar with their customs or have a guide. Staff doesn't speak English and signs are all in Japanese. I'mean lucky to have YoYo as a guide, otherwise I'd be an ugly American tourist.
That looks to be the absolute ticket ...starting and ending that way...nice affordable accomdations and hot springs to boot...living the dream!!!
were you able to get a lot of freshies?
Sounds like Japan is having another fine season with huge snowfall.
were you able to get a lot of freshies?
Sounds like Japan is having another fine season with huge snowfall.
Fun report. Thanks for sharing!
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were you able to get a lot of freshies?
Sounds like Japan is having another fine season with huge snowfall.
Interestly the locals have been apologizing for the low snowpack this year. I think getting a clear day like Sunday is unusual.
What fun! Skiing in Japan is as much about the culture as it is the turns. I am green with envy!
Awesome Randy - looks like fun. I was possibly going in February but an injury is making it not possible. Maybe next year. Keep the pics coming. Cheers and Happy New Year.
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