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About Eliot Cochrane

Eliot is an Iwate-based ski racer who grew up skiing in Northeastern America from the age of four. His early skiing experiences shaped his style, and among Ski Asia's contributors, he's the most front-side focused, thanks to the boilerplate slopes of northeastern America.
Latest Posts | By Eliot Cochrane
Ani is a tiny Japanese ski resort and an “untouched powder paradise”
2 weeks ago

Ani is a tiny Japanese ski resort and an “untouched powder paradise”

Ani Ski Resort, with its minimalist approach and focus on adventure, is a haven for powder skiing. It’s not flashy or commercialized, but it offers some of the best powder …
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Okunakayama Kogen is a tiny Japanese ski resort offering simple, timeless skiing
4 weeks ago

Okunakayama Kogen is a tiny Japanese ski resort offering simple, timeless skiing

Okunakayama Kogen is a modestly sized ski area nestled in Ichinohe, Iwate Prefecture. Surrounded by larger and more commercialized ski areas, it stands out as a gem for those seeking …
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Jeunesse-Kurikoma is a tiny Japanese ski resort oozing natural beauty and charm
2 months ago

Jeunesse-Kurikoma is a tiny Japanese ski resort oozing natural beauty and charm

Tucked away in the southern mountains of Akita Prefecture, Jeunesse Kurikoma is a small ski area that charms visitors with natural beauty, minimal lift lines, and little foreign influence. This …
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My favourite ski resorts in Iwate prefecture – and the skis I tackle them with
4 months ago

My favourite ski resorts in Iwate prefecture – and the skis I tackle them with

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Hajimemashite to the readers of Ski Asia! I’m Eliot Cochrane, and I’ll be sharing insights on skiing in the Tohoku area this season. Tohoku offers incredible snow, unique resorts, and …
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