Niseko, Japan Snowboarding Day 1

[@JD-qg6gi]

I'm an east coast guy that has been boarding for years, but with limited number of days each season due to location. I've really learned a lot from watching and listening to you and TJ and my son has too. Really appreciate what you guys do!

[@allanz977]

Kinda like to see more stuff before the hill too! Like getting up, eat breakfast and taking the texi, and etc. It's more like trip that way.

[@nicholastiemstra9124]

I went snowboarding for the first time last year and it was amazing. Thinking about buying my own snowboard and getting out more.

[@cxcljkj4334]

thanks for taking us with you, so inspiring, motivating and refreshing, i never snowboarded, but i want to

[@RobGams]

CXCLJKJ do it! It’s never too late to start

[@demonsjets]

huge fan of the channel, watched all your vids, but just a suggestion - can we have more follow cams please! not sure about everyone else but im not really digging the POV footage. The follow cam allows us to look at the snowboarder as a whole so we can learn their form and it also captures the surrounding environment better. Plus the follow cams look way less amateur and more professional. Just my 2 cents. Cheers!

[@CraigFenske]

I *Second this*

[@Lauren-yn9ze]

Agreed, I like to be able to see the whole rider.

[@katdifranco]

Seems this terrain that would be quite difficult

[@hamishtims3650]

After there's been some fresh snowfall, head to Hanazono side of the mountain. They've got some epic powder tree runs leading down from the top of the Hana 1 lift 🤙

[@veektoryk]

Can you do a video of house tour of where you're staying as well as lifestyle (eg. food, people, etc.)?

[@JosephChienCorsair]

Going to Niseko on the 20th myself as well, can't wait !

[@nikosuomela8522]

Im going to whistler in a month all the way from finland, cant wait!!

[@5anttu834]

Torille

[@jacobj1517]

Do you guys have good places to snowboard near Helsinki?

[@nikosuomela8522]

@@jacobj1517 No, everything here is terrible

[@jacobj1517]

@@nikosuomela8522 welcome to the west coast of America then 😊😊😊😊

[@jaanaenkerro445]

@@jacobj1517 You have to go to lapland if you want to ski/snowboard in Finland (Levi, Ylläs or Ruka - depending on your level and what you are looking for)

[@RobGams]

Sick first day guys! Tj’s tree run when he’s following Kevin was dope. Great still frames. Excited to see the other boards and riders. Fire content to come 🤙🏼

[@eivindkristiansen8601]

Amazing video!! Love everything you post here on this channel!

[@mechwork]

The Onsen in the main hotel there is nice after a long day of snowboarding, check it out.

[@felixdavenport7295]

make sure you go to the 1000m hut , get a hot choclate up there, great little chill place at the top of the mountain

[@henrygonzalez3842]

It would be nice if you guys outlined your itinerary on how you arrived to the mountain exactly Flights to Trains to Busses to?

[@jimmychie]

Nice! Although it’s not gonna snow much this week. Hike up mt yotei that fat volcano if you can you’ll find fresh limes! I hope to find you guys in the miharashi trees!

[@mitch165]

It would be cool if you like showed on a map or something where you are going before going for a route. The footage is sooo sick but somehow it says less when we dont know where u guys are going. Keep it up man hope you read this!

[@jrab3680]

I have the map next to me and pause when they name the area or run. Also www.quickdrawpublications.com/product/advancedexpert-ski-and-snowboard-guide-to-whistler-blackcomb-2nd-edition/ is a huuuuge help!

[@mitch165]

Jesse Rabinowicz cool thanks alot!

[@jimmychie]

GENTEMSTICK.. Kevin and TJ. I know you guys like your orca and libtech boards, but can you try out the gentemstick which was designed and made in niseko (there’s a store and plenty of places to try them out) and give an evaluation? Thanks!

[@calicomaeve]

You guys really need to get into the Backcountry! I worked for Rising Sun Guides in Niseko last year. You should definatly hit them up 🤙

[@kc-me6wl]

Just checked them out they look great!How early in advance should one book them up? Can you also negotiate on price with them?

[@jakaberdajs730]

Cant wait to see the split board in action

[@leonarddesilva379]

Hey Kevin! When are you gonna break out the split?

[@noahboa7056]

I like the other KZbinrs u guys went with! Awesome collab!

[@AnonymousBoarder]

Ahhhh!!!! I saw you guys yesterday!!! Too amazed to go and say hi though... Just seeing you in the flesh was enough to make my day

[@dmac03]

You know the Orca is a good board if Kevin brings it to Japan. Glad mine just came in the mail ;)

[@xoduslive]

No snow at the local mountains in Vancouver :( Cypress has been disappointing. Going to Whistler at the end of the month though!

[@tr14d36]

the track you used is super dope!

[@juliaromain767]

That looks amazing! Wow

[@calibretto81001]

Which mountain were you guys on? Grand hirafu? Hope u get that Japow!!

[@matkovskid]

Thanks so much for thanking us so much!

[@DIGtotheIT]

I love this place! Can’t wait to go back one day

[@tsuki_japan]

Thanks🌟from japan👻

[@nbalci1]

You guys went to Japan too early, only 580cm snowfall in Niseko so far. You should also check Rusutsu 30mins from Niseko where there are less restrictions for off-piste powder.

[@ektherising]

Omg i didn't know you came to my country! Thank you for sharing nice video.

[@AnonymousBoarder]

Yeah, been a little sunny lately so not much powder so I've been practicing my carves, boxes and switch riding. Found a little pow in the trees in some areas but definitely wasn't as good as it was maybe just a week ago

[@christ0ph3rson70]

Going to Sugar Mountain NC tomorrow! Praying it snows instead of this wintry mix! It has been in the teens there for days now so the resort has been blowing snow so it should be okay.

[@gildasfung4092]

I'd love going out G7!! But Backbowl from G2 is also great fun!

[@LestaAZL]

Go to annupuri and when those left side gates are open. There is the best japow

[@SnowboardProCamp]

That's where we went after this day!!!

[@LestaAZL]

SnowboardProCamp Nice! we were there last season. Two hole weeks and over 200cm snow fall that period. All most every day was reset tracks. After pow day, there is good buffet left side of condola! Near that seat lift

[@getnautical9579]

Orca looks like the best board out of the bunch for the snow as of now. Enjoy boys

[@MalcolmPowder]

Nice one guys. Davey J is such a funny chap.

[@waterbottlebros4654]

Yo I live in japan on the Misawa Air Force base and I snowboard like every weekend it’s insanely good

[@Alphanecevitt]

you influenced me big time man thank you !!

[@athostriglianos357]

What board is bo riding on could you do a video showing all the boards of the team it would be amazing.

[@toony_grant]

Athos Triglianos it’s from korua shapes, but could not tell the exact model name...

[@RobGams]

Athos Triglianos it’s the KORUA shapes Apollo asymmetrical. They make it in goofy and regular.

[@justfrank5661]

"Make sure to check out my new album, 'fly like an eagle'!" LMFAO 🤣

[@Me-ok8qw]

I lived in Niseko!!( I’m going back soon) You should traverse from Moiwa towards Annupuri. My dad is a backcountry guide and knows some pretty good powder area 😸

[@ColeyTheBest8]

Have you still been using the Karma Grip with the GoPro Hero 7? These shots look pretty buttery!

[@travisiommi]

Dude... my wife and I just left Neseiko Village 5 days ago. Have a great time.

[@GuillermoPino]

Hi Kevin, do you think is necessary to use the airbag in a resort? Don’t you think is too much? Great video !

[@SBecktacular]

i wondered that myself... meh- he’s got his reasons

[@negroman97]

What music is this? It's too dope

[@mayagh2]

Literally first time I've been this early. Such excite!

[@jaiden8511]

how long are you dudes there for? I'm heading over in 3 days!

[@420stonersquiggs420]

EPIC MAN!! so sickkk!

[@hotshots6969]

Getting 2m of fresh pow in Greece too.. going @ Kalavrita tommorow..cant w8..

[@clay_huffman]

That Japanese/Oriental style beat is dopeeeee. Source?

[@greggriffin9747]

That's seems like a great experience. Splitboarding next?

[@SnowboardProCamp]

We just need a sunny day!

[@greggriffin9747]

@@SnowboardProCamp been following for awhile, and now subscribed for just responding to my first comment. You guys always have fun and put out great information! Shout out from Banks Oregon...

[@zam1atine]

Hi Guys! You´re doing a great job with Your videos always feel inspired and eager to go riding after watching them. Keep it up! Also, What size Kazu are You riding TJ? Have fun in Japan!

[@RobGams]

zam1atine think in another vid he said it’s 157. Could be wrong though

[@zam1atine]

Rob Gams thanks!

[@kent847]

Man it looks so awesome there one day I'll make it out there for some solid shred.

[@DIGtotheIT]

Darrick Grant it’s honestly the best powder snow on earth 👌

[@KaloqnBankov]

So what is the best time to visit Niseko? Late Jan?

[@Tutticook]

Yay! Visit Big white or silver star next in Kelowna BC! :)

[@CraigFenske]

Going snowboarding on Wednesday and i cant wait

[@jacobj1517]

Going in 3 hours

[@bigtruss2146]

Is it possible to get the track that plays during your video would love to go snowboarding with that in my ears lol

[@SBecktacular]

looks fuuuunnn. .... haha david ‘fly like eagle ‘ more like- ‘in the wintertime ‘ 🤣🤙

[@chriss3594]

Damn i miss Japan snowboarding. awesome times there. Next winter!!!!!!!!

[@gillianmariepearce]

Looks beautiful there!! :-O

[@Shred1904]

Kevin you back at your whistler garage? Hehe the ending looked similar. So awesome can't wait for the next video yewwwwwww

[@turb0b0ytim]

This is an odd request, I'm sure, but... Could you find out what type (species) the majority of those trees are? It interests me.

[@loadeddiperz]

Tim Johnson sakhalin fir

[@chiel1997]

Tim Johnson most of the trees in this video are birches, not sure which specific specie in Japan though

[@jabarijohnson9230]

Tell us what boards you brought and maybe the gear to

[@r3b1LLi0n]

@snowboardprocamp Hi Kevin! Would you please give me some advice. I planned my trip to Niseko completely for February 2020. 1 week in the snow Have all gear except the board. Sold my old one because it was ancient. I'm thinking to purchase a Gnu Space Case 2019 156 and ship it to UAE (where I live) ,then bring it all the way to Niseko and back. Would that enable me to have more fun and progress faster than renting a board from Niseko ski shops? Are you aware if they have pro model boards to rent there and around how much? I can see you guys brought your boards all the way so it must be worth it. Thanks!

[@oss1829]

Can you do a review on the Capita Mercury Please :)

[@michaelkoss5060]

what are those green board covers for? to not break the glass?

[@at0513]

to not scratch the glass on the gondola

[@michaelkoss3015]

🤙

[@GenXAdventure]

Sick tree line at 3:05

[@bertman4]

Nice. Which pass did you end up getting?

[@seven11-961]

Why didn't you bring your quiver pow?

[@Tweezi]

Can't wait just 13 min left!!

[@kc-me6wl]

what is the volcom jacket bo is wearing?

[@AsharpVocalAcademy]

Just spent a week in Hakuba Japan. Pow pow pow ❤️❤️

[@nicorobles9783]

I wish I could try snowboarding but why are the boards so expensive it sucks! I don’t money to get a board and plus the ski hill is 30mins away and I can’t drive. Anyone know where you can get boards for not a lot of money? There’s this one snowboard shop by me and the snowboards are 300-600$ let me know if I should get one from a certain place or buy a used one or something. thanks

[@BigB848484]

Try used ones, they can be really cheap and for a beginner they can be perfectly good!

[@nicorobles9783]

BigB848484 okay thanks dude!

[@jaybird2616]

30min away? For me it’s minimum 2h :(

[@nicorobles9783]

@@jaybird2616 Dang that sucks. I live In Wisconsin and they have a good amount of ski hills and resorts

[@jacobj1517]

@@nicorobles9783 minimum 1:47, best time we've ever got with no stops. with a stop for lunch it's 2 hours.

[@dominicyoudale9056]

Nice vid bro x

[@Bad_Riders]

Is that 99 times on camera bo? Haha Can you do a vid on pow riding and why you pump your rear leg please kev? It would be good to know before i venture out into cold wide world of pow

[@TheSnappa]

Fresh beginner and try to pick up some snow pants. Anybody got advice on layering under shell vs insulated pants

[@RobGams]

Scoobz for shell pants, try thicker thermal tights like Nike pro combat or Under armour winter running tights. For insulated pants, try thinner tights, same brands, but 3/4 length. That’s what i do and I’ve never had issues getting cold or wet. Works 100% for me.

[@TheSnappa]

Rob Gams Thanks man! Appreciate it. Gonna have to grab some of those

[@RobGams]

Scoobz no problem man. Half the battle is having the right gear so you’re comfortable, dry, and mobile.

[@TheSnappa]

Rob Gams One more quick question. Would Nike Pro Dri fit tights work cuz I’ve got two pairs I used in basketball and football?

[@RobGams]

Scoobz i don’t know how thick they are but yeah those would probably work fine. You might catch a draft on really cold days, but i think those will do the trick.

[@arch4ngelss619]

I am currently in hirafu niseko

[@bene1452]

Weird how you said bye twice

[@deleted4577]

He just really hopes you're getting some snow where you are

[@richdarby2639]

Hi guys , should have been there this week myself but had a bit of a tumble off my mtb between christmas and new year and busted my collarbone in a couple of places , had it plated last week so hopefully might just catch a bit of the end of the season back here in Europe , got a friend working over there who might be able to hook you guys up with some sneaky local tracks , if your interested let me know and i'll send you his contact details. Keep up the good work guys. X

[@ヤナトモ-w6w]

someone saiid recent Niseko's snow is different from past one, I think Asahi area is better, although it's difficult to go

[@joshwilson6435]

Yay you did miharashi!!

[@slydog1058]

My tips: 1. Go out of the gates 2. Hit up the 'superstition' run 3. 'House of powder' cat boarding... 4. Hilton for 'all you can eat sushi'

[@SnowboardProCamp]

We emailed the House of powder!

[@przybylason]

What are Kevin’s gloves?

[@Shred1904]

Analog gloves

[@TheBrotherPrime]

"Anyone know where Bo is?" [Faint "Japow" in the distance]

[@justfrank5661]

No, that's the crows cawing in the background!!! LOL, joke

[@jrsmit43]

Funny

[@johnkhowell]

Anyone know what size Orca Kevin is riding?? 153 or 157??

[@SnowboardProCamp]

I've got the 153

[@marcusahse270]

I started today and i have a question how to i turn right i know i know im a beginner

[@Shred1904]

Check the how to turn video helped me loads!

[@marcusahse270]

Shred1904 ty

[@RobGams]

tsm_painn assuming you ride regular, try pushing your shins into the front/tongues of your boots and gradually turning your head and chest to face uphill. Keep your backhand over the tail of your board. those tips helped me when learning.

[@marcusahse270]

Rob Gams thank you

[@Ryan__F]

Traverse to the left from Gate 4 and 5 and ride to the cat track

[@misterrob0to]

guys! those lines!!

[@yamabiru4553]

Ed Norton Jr. fight club at 1:10 plus

[@Cordoba78]

Please add a Japow counter in the vids!

[@Garthgoyle]

Gate 2 all day long, dude. Gotta hit the powder over there

[@SnowboardProCamp]

We hit gate 2 all day yesterday and today! Video coming!

[@ellstackeradventures]

It's funny all u guys have Japan songs

[@victorploug3716]

omg this video...

[@arch4ngelss619]

I go to Niseko twice a year

[@toony_grant]

Only two « JAPOW »!? Cmon Bo you’re better than this

[@zacharyfournier228]

Kevin, TJ, do you smoke weed?

[@hbeytollah]

Bo’s JaPow count: 3

[@samsmith1828]

😃