https://www.alojapan.com/1273299/things-to-know-before-skiing-in-japan/ Things to know before skiing in Japan #Japan #JapanTrips #Niigata #Niseko #skiing #trips #winter It’s that time of year that is held sacred to fans of outdoor sports—ski and snowboard season. Japan is so well known for its favorable slope conditions that the snow here has earned an international nickname among enthusiasts, JaPOW, a portmanteau of “Japan” and “powder.” Whether you are a novice or a veteran to …