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“Hokkaido Dreams” with Aymar Navarro and Léo Slemett

By: Ethan Stone February 10, 2025

On an exploratory journey deep in the interior of Hokkaido, it’s hard to imagine a better team than Léo Slemett and Aymar Navarro.

With support from sponsor Therm-ic, Aymar and Léo set out for Hokkaido’s central region of Furano, which receives less ski traffic than hot spots like Niseko, while offering a diverse range of ski terrain from billowing volcanoes and rocky chutes to classic low-angle Hokkaido Japow.

Watch these two freeride stars get their fill in this lesser-known region of Hokkaido, as food for your future Japanuary dreams.

From YouTube:

Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey to Japan with Hokkaido Dreams, a film that captures the essence of freeride skiing in the land of endless powder. Aymar Navarro and Léo Slemett, two iconic figures from the Freeride World Tour, invite us to join them on their expedition to Hokkaido, Japan’s wildest and snowiest island.

Hokkaido Dreams is more than just a ski film—it’s a cultural immersion, an aesthetic adventure where each descent is a tribute to Japan and its frosty beauty. Between pure adrenaline and genuine exploration, Aymar and Léo reveal their passion for the mountains, local cultures, and pushing their limits in the polar cold.

Marvel at breathtaking scenes captured in an almost surreal atmosphere, where each moment embodies every freerider’s ultimate dream. Together with them, test Therm-ic gear, designed to withstand extreme conditions. Dive into this unforgettable adventure where snow, Japanese culture, and the love of freeride skiing come together to create a truly unique film.

Credits:
Produced by: Therm-ic in collaboration with Marramedia
Directed by: Jaime Varela
Starring: Aymar Navarro and Léo Slemett