Yes! The majority of ski resorts in Hokkaido are open and ready to welcome you. Please be advised that some locations have suspended indoor activities. We recommend contacting your intended destination to remain informed of any mandates or COVID-related regulations. For added safety, ship your skis, snowboard, and snow boots directly to the slopes with our no-contact pickups and deliveries.

While you may be able to ski in Hokkaido in November, the ski season typically begins in December at most ski resorts and ends in early April.

Tired of dragging your skis and snowboard through the airport? We understand. Simply pack up your skis, attach your provided shipping label, and Ship Skis will collect your skis from your home, business, resort, or lodge. Arrive at your destination to find your skis and snowboard waiting! Ship Skis will send your skis back home at the end of your ski trip to Hokkaido, too.

We know you love skiing and snowboarding at venues all over the globe. That’s why Ship Skis is dedicated to ensuring your skis and snowboard arrive safely and on-time on your ski trip to Hokkaido. With an on-time guarantee, complimentary insurance on every shipment, and access to real-time tracking 24/7, Ship Skis is the best way to ship your skis and snowboard on your ski trip to Hokkaido.

The cost to ship a small ski bag (under 25 lbs.) from the U.S. to Hokkaido is $174.99 USD for the outbound leg and $219.99 USD for the return. The cost to ship a small snowboard bag (under 25 lbs.) from the U.S. to Hokkaido is $179.99 USD for the outbound leg and $229.99 USD for the return. Transit time shipping to Hokkaido from the U.S. is 10-12 business days for the outbound leg and 5-7 business days for the return.