In Niseko telemark skiing is very popular because of all the backcountry options here. One of Japan’s most famous telemark skiers, Yutaka Takanashi, is based here and has his own telemark and back country skiing shop here, Toyru.
Several schools teach telemark skiing in Niseko for those who want to give it a go and you can buy and hire equimpment from Toyro and Niseko 343.
what about schools in the furnao area?
Hi Mike, try our friends up that way Hokkaido Powder Guides: http://www.hokkaidopowderguides.com
Otherwise: http://www.snowfurano.com/rental.htm