Here in Japan, these tree pillows are called "Mush" which is short for mushroom. Last season was a big snow year in the Rusutsu area, and many of these oversized giants appeared around the mountain. It is worthwhile stopping and taking a shot to show your friends back home.

Right now the Rusutsu Resort amusement park is open for the summer season. Here is what it looks like buried in snow during the long winter!⁠ Like the Hokkaido bear it sleeps, but comes to life during the green season. Let the rides do the work for you and enjoy the thrills!

Can it be June already? One month closer to next winter, but still a long way off! Rusutsu Resort is home to a diehard group of talented carving snowboarders. Our pristine courses are perfect for practicing this layout turn. Visualize this and make it happen next winter.

Rusutsu Patrol team member enjoys one of the benefits of the job! We're talking about getting to have fun riding down his favorite course that is! Here he makes a nice turn on the large embankment just before reaching the Steamboat restaurant.⁠ ⁠

Now that we are really getting into the summer season and temperatures are warming up, it is time to start flashing back to some powder photos! Man, does this look like fun!⁠ Let the powder fly!

There is something for every level of skier and boarder here at Rusutsu. How about these mellow tree runs? Do you know somebody who would enjoy this course?⁠ Share this link with your friends so that they too can get stoked about the ski and snowboard season that lies ahead.

Welcome to July! Summer vacation will be starting later this month here in Japan! Winter still feels far away, but just think about it, only 5 more months until the lifts start operations here at Rusutsu Resort! Can't wait to get back inside the bubble!⁠

A panoramic view to cool you down! This was taken with a drone from the top of East Mountain. You can see Mt. Yotei and Shiribetsu along with the East Vivaldi and East Tignes courses! Feeling cooler now?⁠

Working the late shift! Rusutsu Resort patrol taking care of business and looking cool at the same time! Always keep an eye out for snowmobiles on the mountain, especially if visibility is hampered!⁠

The quad near the Mt. Isola peak captured in February of 2021. The harsh winter winds and the cold air at this high elevation create beautiful snow-encrusted trees around the peak of Isola. Amazing views await those who come to ski and snowboard throughout Rusutsu Resort.

This photo should help you get through the week with a good image! Somewhere in Heavenly Canyon on a beautiful sunny powder day! Rusutsu Resort winter season starts on December the 1st 2021, mark our opening day on your calendar, we hope to see you there!⁠ ⁠

There is still time to book your family's visit to Hokkaido and Rusutsu Resort! There is something for everyone and every level! ⁠Make sure to check our official website for inspiration and packages relating to the upcoming winter season! ⁠

The #WorldSkiAwards , the "Oscars of the Travel Industry," announced that Rusutsu Resort has been selected as the winner in the "Best Ski Resort in Japan 2021" category. We are very honored, and greatly appreciate all those who supported us.⁠ ⁠ rusutsu.com/en/news-and-to…

The ski resort is scheduled to open on Saturday, November 26th 2022, but the opening date may be postponed due to a lack of snow. Please check our official website for details and up-to-date information. ⁠rusutsu.com/en/information…