Jiigatake – Getting blown off the mountain

So, forecasts can change pretty rapidly. The evening before, just sunshine and warming temps but by the morning, winds, clouds, … Continue reading Jiigatake – Getting blown off the mountain

Korenge Y Couloir

I managed to convince Connor to come for a quick tour to ski the Y Couloir on Korenge-san, situated above … Continue reading Korenge Y Couloir

Yakeyama is an active volcano located in Niigata prefecture near the coastal town of Itoigawa. It last had a significant … Continue reading Yakeyama – Coastal volcano