Calling all powder party people

Hakuba, Nagano — Chase away the winter blues and embrace the chill at this annual snow party on March 9 and 10. Organised by the Kansai Snow Club, Powder Love features live acts and dance performances, a DJ club floor, an outside bar and performance area. Expect fire shows, an ice bar and creative videos against the cool mountain landscape. A mix of foreign and Japanese party-goers are expected. Cheap weekend tours are available on a party bus from Osaka. www.kansaisnowclub.com Tel: 090-3706-1091