How to get to Niseko: Train vs Plane
Skiing in Hokkaido is different from skiing in any other place in the world. The high snowfall, its unique coastline, mountains that go from a few hundred meters high to volcanoes and the central Hokkaido high alpine mountains. Not to mention the excellent fluffy powder snow that keeps falling for days. The terrain is primarily […]
What is the summer in Niseko like
Niseko is a great place to spend your summer. Famous for its huge amounts of snow, skiing and other winter activities, this destination offers so much more during the warmer months. After the snow melts and cherry blossoms bloom in a picturesque spring, Niseko welcomes some well-deserved warmer weather. There are so many reasons why […]
5 Niseko cafes that hit the sweet spot
Nothing excites a sweet tooth more than the delicious flavours of Japanese desserts and sweets. Light and fluffy crepes, matcha mochi and milky soft creams. Your mouth is watering already, right? When the summer season rolls around in Niseko, the list of sweet spots to get your sugary fix are endless. Yet the best ones are those that are […]
Where to stay in Niseko: Niseko Village and Annupuri
In part 1 of this series, we presented our accommodation recommendations for the east side resorts of Niseko United – the bustling village of Grand Hirafu and the exciting luxury developments of Hanazono. For part 2 we head over to the west side of the resort and look at where to stay in the Annupuri and […]
Where to stay in Niseko: Grand Hirafu and Hanazono
Deciding where to stay in Niseko for a ski holiday can feel like you have been hit by an avalanche. How do you choose an accommodation when the resort is spread out and there are so many options available? Even as a local company that has been based in Niseko United for many years, we […]
Dining in Niseko: What’s New (and Back) This Spring 2021
Niseko is home to a great variety of both Japanese and international cuisines. Here is a selection of our dining recommendations that are available for the 2021 spring season. For assistance with making reservations, please contact [email protected]. Ichi Ichi Kitchen Kamimura Kitchen Higashiyama Niseko Village, A Ritz-Cartlon Reserve Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono Hakusteak Ichi Ichi […]
A Day in the Life of a Snowclearer
Nothing brings snow enthusiasts more joy than the continuous falling of neverending powder snow. It motivates them to jump straight into the car to head to the slopes to catch the first lift. Or it draws them to the beauty of the picturesque villages where the snow artistically drapes down from the roofs of buildings. […]
