INSTRUCTORS

Masakazu Furuya

Enjoy skiing, improve with confidence and discover the best of Hokkaido’s snow.

Masakazu teaches skiers of all levels, from complete beginners to advanced skiers, primarily in Sapporo and at Sapporo Moiwa Ski Resort.
His lessons focus not only on improving technique, but also on helping guests enjoy every moment they spend on the snow.

By carefully observing each skier’s movements and use of the body, he provides clear, personalized advice.
Whether you are skiing for the first time or aiming to reach a higher technical level, he will help you progress with confidence.

Specialties
Private lessons / Technical improvement / Powder skiing / Backcountry skiing

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
Member of the Japan Mountain Guides Association (JMGA)
SIA Stage IV
JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II
SIA Demonstrator, 22nd-term certification
Japan National Team, World Ski Instructors Championship, Slovenia 2009
Japan Demonstration Team, Interski Bulgaria 2019
Japan Demonstration Team, Interski USA 2027

Yumiko Maeda

Refine your technique and discover a smoother, more confident way to ski.

Drawing on many years of competition and demonstrator experience, Yumiko provides careful instruction suited to each guest’s level, from building strong fundamentals to advanced technical improvement.

She is particularly skilled at helping female skiers and guests who want to ski more elegantly or progress to the next level.
Her clear explanations focus on body movement, balance and effective turning technique.

Specialties
Private lessons / Technical improvement / Lessons for women / Advanced lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage IV
SIA Demonstrator, 14th-term certification
Seven-time winner of the SIA Demonstrator Selection
Japan National Team, World Ski Instructors Championship, Austria 2001 and Finland 2006
Japan Demonstration Team, Interski Korea 2007 and Austria 2011

Taketo Suzuki

Build confidence on the groomed slopes and enjoy the freedom of Hokkaido powder.

Drawing on his extensive skiing experience, Taketo supports skiers in a wide range of conditions, from fundamental piste technique to powder snow and varied terrain.
Every lesson is adapted to the skier’s ability and goals.

For guests who want greater stability or would like to experience snow beyond the groomed slopes, he clearly explains how to adjust body movement and balance for different snow conditions and terrain.

Specialties
Private lessons / Technical improvement / Powder skiing

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage IV

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Eiji Yokota

Strong fundamentals and expert guidance for smooth, stable skiing.

With extensive teaching experience and a high level of technical expertise, Eiji supports skiers who want to develop solid fundamentals as well as those aiming for advanced performance.
His instruction is carefully tailored to each skier.

He provides clear advice on body movement, balance and turn development, helping guests ski with greater ease, efficiency and stability.

Specialties
Technical improvement / Private lessons / Advanced lessons / Telemark skiing

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage IV
SIA Examiner and Instructor Trainer
Former SIA Telemark Ski Demonstrator

Junichi Kitagata

Safe, personalized support so everyone can enjoy skiing.

Junichi specializes in teaching skiers with disabilities.
Lessons are adapted to each guest’s physical condition, previous experience and individual goals.

From guests experiencing snow for the first time to those who want to ski with greater freedom and independence, he provides patient support while respecting each person’s preferred pace.

He also welcomes enquiries from family members and aims to create a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience in the mountains.

Specialties
Adaptive ski lessons / Bi-ski lessons / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage III
SIA-certified Adaptive Ski Instructor

Ayano Oba

Friendly, patient instruction that makes skiing even more enjoyable!

Ayano values each guest’s individual pace and provides friendly, patient instruction.
She helps first-time skiers and children feel comfortable and secure while learning on the snow.

By celebrating every small achievement, she helps guests experience the joy of skiing.
Her clear instruction allows each skier to progress gradually without feeling rushed.

Specialties
Junior lessons / Beginner lessons / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I

Koyo Honda

Bright, energetic lessons that make learning to ski fun!

Koyo believes that enjoying skiing is the best foundation for improvement.
His lessons are bright, energetic and adapted to each guest’s individual pace.

Whether you are trying skiing for the first time or simply want to feel more comfortable on the slopes, he provides clear and encouraging support.

His lessons help guests improve naturally while enjoying movement, snow and the mountain environment.

Specialties
Beginner lessons / Private lessons / Junior lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I

Norihisa Nakamoto

Enjoy the experience and learn the fundamentals step by step.

Norihisa provides patient lessons suited to each guest’s level and pace, while always keeping the enjoyment of skiing at the heart of the experience.
First-time skiers receive clear guidance beginning with the most important fundamental movements.

Whether your goal is to ski with greater stability or make turns with less effort, he will help you progress comfortably and steadily.
Enjoy your time on the snow while improving together.

Specialties
Beginner lessons / Junior lessons / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I

Sonoko Iwamoto

Racing experience explained in a fun and easy-to-understand way!

Drawing on her alpine racing experience, Sonoko teaches everything from fundamental stance and turning movements to the important details that create more stable and confident skiing.

In junior lessons, she places particular importance on helping children enjoy skiing.
She turns the excitement of “I did it!” and “I want to ski more!” into motivation for continued improvement.

Specialties
Junior lessons / Technical improvement / Racing fundamentals / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I
Former member of the Moiwa Junior Racing Team

Ryoko Norota

Discover the fun of skiing and the excitement of improving together!

Drawing on her ski racing experience, Ryoko provides clear, patient instruction beginning with the fundamentals and adapted to each skier’s ability.

She supports everyone from children trying skiing for the first time to junior skiers who want to improve.
Her lessons help young skiers gradually build confidence while having fun and developing a lasting love of skiing.

Specialties
Junior lessons / Beginner lessons / Racing fundamentals / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I
Former member of the Moiwa Junior Racing Team

Yuki Ito

Use racing experience to make your next step fun and rewarding!

Drawing on his ski racing experience, Yuki provides clear support suited to each skier’s level, from basic skiing movements to confident turns at higher speeds.

In junior lessons, he focuses on more than simply learning technique.
He wants young skiers to experience the excitement of moving freely on the snow and the satisfaction of seeing their skills improve.

Specialties
Junior lessons / Technical improvement / Racing fundamentals / Private lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage I
Former member of the Moiwa Junior Racing Team

Gakuyo Baba

Enjoy skiing, explore the mountains and discover the beauty of winter nature.

Gakuyo’s bright and enjoyable lessons focus not only on skiing technique, but also on experiencing the mountain and the natural winter environment.

When teaching children, he respects each child’s feelings and pace.
His goal is to inspire the excitement of “I want to ski more!” and “Skiing is fun!”

Drawing on his skiing and mountain experience, he also shares the beauty of the snow-covered mountains while helping guests enjoy them safely.

Specialties
Junior lessons / Beginner lessons / Private lessons / Backcountry skiing

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage II
JMGA Mountain Guide Stage II

Maria Abe

Develop stronger technique and enjoy the challenge of moguls and varied terrain.

Drawing on the advanced technique and experience she developed through mogul competition, Maria provides lessons tailored to each guest’s ability and goals, from strong fundamentals to advanced technical improvement.

Whether you want to ski more elegantly, improve your mogul technique or progress to the next level, she explains the key points clearly and patiently.

Her lessons combine the enjoyment of skiing with a genuine sense of technical progress.

Specialties
Technical improvement / Moguls and varied terrain / Private lessons / Junior lessons

Qualifications and Experience
Member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association of Japan (SIA)
SIA Stage III
Former member of the Japanese National Mogul Team