Yesterday, I went skiing with some friends for the first time in Japan, and it was really great!  The snow was powdery, and the temperature was around -3C, perfect for ski.

 The ski resort was pretty far, about 2h away from Takaoka (it was right between Takaoka and Nagoya).  However, due to the fact that it was located on the highway leading straight to Nagoya, the place was packed.  The slopes were really wide though compared to the ones I was used to in Quebec, so it wasn't that bad once I started skiing.  It has been such a long time since the last time I skied, so I kinda forgot how to, and it took me some time to get it right again...however, once I got back into it, it was so much fun! I wish I took some pictures now, but I forgot to bring my camera...I will take to take some pictures next time!

Afterward, I went to an onsen close by, and it was amazing!  They had an outdoor bath, so I could soak in warm water while watching snow fall on the water...it was almost magical (if there wasn't little kids running around throwing snow in the water..).

I had a really great time, and I can't wait to go ski again!  Luckily, I signed up for a weekend ski trip with the AJET community here, and I will be going to Hakuba on the 22-23rd. =)