If you are using Hakuba as a base for ski touring various sectors of the Japan Alps - including of course Hakuba itself - then here are some places to sleep. Most of the listed Hakuba accommodation venues are run by foreigners and attract mainly foreign guests.
None of these are paid links. I have no business, investment nor personal involvement with any of the below. I don't run a business in Hakuba, I am not employed by anyone either, nor do I have any property or services investments in the town. I am here for the mountains and hope others can enjoy their backcountry adventures in the Japan Alps as well. The listed accommodation options are on-site owner operated by skiers and snowboarders who can help make that happen for you.
Hakuba area hotels, pensions and backpackers
Hakuba Powder Lodging - central Hakuba
White Horse Hotel - central Hakuba
Hakuba Alps Backpackers - Goryu
For backcountry and alpinist equipment in Hakuba - look for Rapies on the main road in Hakuba, south of the train station just after Jusco supermarket, right hand side heading south. A well stocked shop run by friendly mountain people.
For guiding in Hakuba - Evergreen