The fastest rising sport in Japan can be considered to be snowboarding. Take a trip to any ski resort in the country and you will be amazed by the huge crowds that are there for a taste of the thrills the sport provides. When one remembers that there are close to 600 resorts, it becomes mind-boggling to realize just how popular snowboarding is with the Japanese.

The Japanese are not the only ones who have taken to the sport. Visitors from as far as Australia, South Africa and the United States also make the sojourn to its shores to experience the different snowboarding resorts. There will always be something different in every country and this attracts and excites tourists just as much.

Skiing used to be the top winter sport in Japan with its many fans. Snowboarding has taken over that mantle in recent years. It is not difficult to see why, since it is a sport that is popular with the young and fashionable. It might not be easier to pick up compared to skiing, but it is certainly much more exciting to participate in.

Some of the best ski resorts in Japan that snowboarders prefer include the ones in Tokyo and Hokkaido. There are many others sprinkled over the peninsula, but these two areas have enough spots to please both avid beginners and serious snowboarders.

Tokyo houses the Iwappara Ski Resort, which you can get to via the Shinkansen train within one and a half hours. Iwappara has perhaps the most number of snowboarder visitors in Japan, mainly due to its easy accessibility from the capital. Many working Tokyo-lites make a day trip to the resort for their weekly snowboarding fix.

Hokkaido is a favorite tourist attraction and an even more popular snowboarding destination. It houses the Rusutsu Ski Resort which is still regarded as the biggest area for skiers in the country. However, snowboarders will have to contend with the other visitors who are also there for other activities such as golf and the amusement parks.

Hokkaido's Niseko Ski Resort is another popular destination for all snowboarders. It has enjoyed tremendous success every year and many fans have voted it as their favorite boarding hotspot to go in Japan. This is mainly due to the top quality snow powder that the area has, making snowboarding a true pleasure.

There are many more ski resorts in Japan that snowboarders can visit. In fact, there might be more than anyone can handle, so it is always best to use your time wisely and visit the top locations that can be found in Tokyo and Hokkaido.

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