There are 2 big ski zones in Furano ski resort, which are "Kitanomine Zone" & "Furano Zone", (Furano Ski Resort) connecting at the middle of each mountain. Furano ski season usually starts late November,and finishes around early May. The best powder ski period would be from January to March. You can experience the amazing powder snow world here in Furano! If you would like backcountry skiing, Mt. "Asahidake", "Kamui", "Kurodake", & "Tokachidake" are just within around an hour away by car from Furano.
Also, "Tomamu Ski Resort" is one and half hours away. There are some ski tour companies in Furano, that take you to those powder mountains around Furano. Enjoy powder snow in Furano.