Do I need to speak fluent Japanese?
No, because the client base is heavily international, fluent English is the primary requirement. Basic conversational Japanese is a welcome bonus.
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Ski Japan (NISADE) · Japan
Apply by 1 October 2026
Assist certified guides leading snowmobile tours, snowshoe treks, and off-piste powder excursions across Niseko and Mt. Yotei foothill terrain. Conduct pre-trip safety briefs and equipment checks.
Pay
¥1,500–1,800 / hour
Duration
5 months
Start
1 December 2026
End
1 May 2027
Job type
Guest Services
Housing
Subsidized Shared Housing
Competitive hourly JPY wage, subsidized staff housing in Kutchan, seasonal Niseko lift pass, snowmobile safety training, and powder gear perks.
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Valid International Driving Permit (IDP). Avalanche safety credentials (AST 1/2 or CAA), backcountry winter travel experience, and snowmobile operation skills.
Niseko Seasonal Lift Pass
Snowmobile Training
Subsidized Housing
Backcountry Gear Perks
Ski Japan, operating alongside Niseko Alpine Developments (NISADE), manages premium western-facing hospitality and guest services in Japan's legendary powder hubs. They recruit English-speaking seasonal teams to assist international powder riders with rentals, property concierge pipelines, and ski school coordination.
Premier Gateway for Western Staff in Japan
Guaranteed Deep-Powder Riding Access
Full Japanese Visa Sponsorship Framework Support
English-First Working Operational Environments
No, because the client base is heavily international, fluent English is the primary requirement. Basic conversational Japanese is a welcome bonus.
Yes, winter contracts include either local resort lift access or a monthly allowance towards local pass networks.
€1,750–1,950 / month
