Taking a trip to snowboard again at the old haunts from my Snow-search Japan writing days has been well-etched in my mind for the past few years.

At the end of my rather compressed season in Hokkaido, Japan this year I managed to squeeze in a week-long road trip in Honshu, revisiting the resorts of Hakuba, Nozawa Onsen and a personal favourite Myoko Akakura.

Rather than blather on about the amazing snow and fun times, here’s a selection of my favourite shots taken throughout the week…

Richie Johnston getting blue bird fresh lines at Myoko Akakura

Richie Johnston getting blue bird fresh lines at Myoko Akakura

Richie scoping his options

Richie scoping his options

Abby Peterson riding open backcountry faces

Abby Peterson riding open backcountry faces

Paul Philip riding trees in Niseko

Paul Philip riding trees in Niseko

Shibuya Tokyo skyline at night

Shibuya Tokyo skyline at night

Gotta love Japan!