Wild scene out of Hokkaido, Japan where high winds left a chairlift at Rusutsu Ski Resort in a twisted mess. This section of the mountain was wisely closed at the time the video was taken. Lift ops definitely had their work cut out for them sorting this after the wind settled. Gnarly.

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....