10年前は誰も被っていませんでしたが、今は半々。それでもあなたがヘルメットを被るべき理由。
The Culture Shift If you watch old ski movies from Japan, everyone is in beanies. The Reality: That has changed. With the influx of Western tourists and a focus on safety, helmets are now common, especially in Niseko and Hakuba. --- 1. Tree Skiing = Helmet Mandatory Japan is famous for tree runs. The Danger: Birch trees don't move. If you catch an edge in deep powder, you can slide headfirst into a trunk. Yuki's Rule:: If you are leaving the groomed run, you wear a helmet.
No exceptions. 2. Rental Availability The Good News: Every rental shop now stocks high-quality helmets. The Bad News:: Some "Budget" packages don't include them automatically. You have to ask for the "Safety Pack" or add it as an extra ($5/day). Hygiene: Japanese shops are obsessive about cleaning. The rentals are sprayed and sanitized. Don't worry about "cooties." 3.
The "Beanie" Look Locals:: You will still see older Japanese skiers in beanies. They stay on the groomers and ski slowly. You: You are probably skiing faster than you should on terrain you don't know. Don't copy the locals on this one. --- Your brain is worth more than your hairstyle. Plus, helmets are warmer than hats on a windy chairlift.