US EditionAustralian skier killed in Japan after reported avalanche
- On February 2, an Australian man in his 20s died after being buried in an avalanche while backcountry skiing between Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort and Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort around 3 pm.
- Ski reports say he was skiing off‑piste at the rear of a group of seven and became separated partway down the slope, with early reports indicating he was buried by an avalanche.
- Rescue teams report the group of seven friends found the man receiving CPR from four skiers, one of whom raised the alarm around 3 pm; emergency crews retrieved him and local police said there were no visible injuries when found.
- Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed consular support and sent its 'deepest condolences' to the man's family, noting this is the second Australian death in Japan in days after Brooke Day's Friday death, while Tsugaike Mountain Resort chief executive Tsuneo Kubo pledged safety reviews.
- With snow piling up, the Japanese government approved the use of the Japan Self‑Defence Forces to help remove snow amid record snowfall and at least 30 deaths.
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2nd Australian Dies in Japan Skiing Incident This Season
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