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MORE TO NISEKO

One mountain, five resorts, and a season of endless memories. Discover the beauty of Niseko beyond its slopes and powder snow.
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WHY NISEKO

Four reasons people fly across the world for one valley

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Long Seasons, Legendary Powder

From late November to early May, Niseko offers a long ski season. Its deep, light powder snowfall, bluebird days and refreshing spring skiing make it one of the world’s most celebrated winter playgrounds.
02.

Four Resorts, One Mountain

Never get bored at NISEKO TOKYU Grand HIRAFU, Niseko Hanazono Resort, Niseko Village, and Niseko Annupuri, spread across Mt. Niseko Annupuri, with Moiwa Ski Resort right next door. Together, these five ski areas offer endless ways to explore.
03.

Beyond the Mountain

The day is far from over even when you're done on the mountain. Award-winning restaurants, a lively village, and plenty more keep Niseko going beyond the slopes.
04.

A Different Side of Japan

Hokkaido is a nature retreat unlike any other in Japan. Experience massive ice sculptures, glowing illuminations, volcanic hot springs and some of the best food in the country.

SKI & RIDE

Niseko United Pass

Four resorts. One pass. NISEKO TOKYU Grand HIRAFU, Niseko Hanazono Resort, Niseko Village and Niseko Annupuri all wrap a single mountain. Ski between them all day on one pass, with Mount Yotei across the valley the whole way down.

Resorts of Niseko United

Get easily around, with ski lifts and shuttles connecting all four base areas.
Spend less time getting lost, and more time shredding the slopes.
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Niseko Annupuri
Niseko Annupuri
An area wrapped in the quiet of the mountains. Wide runs of powder and carefully groomed slopes, with beautiful terrain lit by the last of the sun as it drops west. Best for experienced skiers seeking uninterrupted powder in untouched nature. Surrounded by charming hot springs, it’s also an ideal base for visiting open-air baths in the snow.
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Niseko Village
Niseko Village
A gondola straight at your doorstep. Tree runs wind through old-growth forest, alongside long courses made for endless powder cruising. The hotels sit at the base, so the day starts without a shuttle or a walk. An ideal retreat for those seeking a true escape. A full range of snow schools and activities are also available.
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NISEKO TOKYU Grand HIRAFU
NISEKO TOKYU Grand HIRAFU
The largest lift network and ski area, with a lively resort right at your doorstep. Night skiing keeps the slopes lit after dark, while exceptional dining is just a short walk away. For those who want it all: skiing, food, and the freedom to explore on foot.
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Niseko Hanazono Resort
Niseko Hanazono Resort
Where freestyle meets progression — powder, parks, and terrain for all kinds of skiers, plus activities for kids. Progression is the whole point here. Best suited for families, first-timers, and riders looking to master new techniques.
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ONE MORE RESORT

Moiwa just a few minutes past Annupuri — is a smaller, quieter alternative that’s worth giving a day of its own.

Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort

The resort’s compact three-lift layout includes gentle beginner terrain and longer, more challenging tree-lined and ungroomed runs. It’s a quieter alternative, perfect for powder-focused skiers and riders.
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NISEKO INFORMATION

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What to do
beyond the slopes

Niseko’s dining scene delivers warmth and quality all season long. From casual izakayas to date-worthy fine dining restaurants, Niseko has it all.

Food & Dining

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Dairy, potatoes and vegetables from farms you can see from the chairlift.
Chefs move here for the produce and the winter. In January and February, reserve well ahead.
Steam on the windows, a counter seat, a bowl of something hot after the cold.
The Sea of Japan is an hour west. Crab, scallops and uni arrive the same day.
Somewhere to sit with coffee and watch the snow come down.
Ancient hot springs dot the region, in combination with modern longevity and spas. Soothe your tired muscles and recharge your soul after a long day of hitting the slopes.

Onsen and Wellness

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Different water in each of the three towns, and Different minerals in each bath.
Outdoor baths with Mount Yotei somewhere in front of you.
For the day your legs stop cooperating.
Massage, physio, pilates and sauna, built around people who ski all season.
End the day in the mountains with a quiet soak. Ease tired muscles, slow down, and experience a side of Niseko that feels entirely its own.
Yes, there is more to Niseko than just skiing! From Snow Tubing down gentle slopes to hopping on an exhilarating Snowmobile ride through forest trails, there’s a snowy adventure perfect for everyone.

Snow Activities

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Niseko United, connected at the top and covered by a single pass.
Backcountry and sidecountry through the gates, with a guide and the right training
One of Japan's largest illuminated areas, quiet once the day crowd goes home.
Tubing, snowshoeing, snow rafting and snowmobiling.
English-language lessons and family programs, for beginners and for skiers meeting deep snow for the first time.
Après melts adrenaline into contentment as strangers become friends over fresh run tales. Slope-side bars, rare Japanese malts, or loud village nights await.

Nightlife / Après

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Slopeside, boots still on, before anyone changes.
Snow falling through the streetlights and the floodlit runs above the town.
Weekly sets through the winter.
Japanese spirits, served by people who take them seriously.
Ramen at one in the morning is part of the sport here.
Need a break from the mountain? Get in touch with the deeper, cultural side to Niseko, from local breweries and craft workshops to shrines and stories.

Local Experiences

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Sake, whisky, gin and craft beer, made with Yotei's water.
The fields that feed the restaurants, under two meters of snow.
Craft workshops, from yuki-ita snow boards to woodwork.
Kutchan, Niseko and Rankoshi, where the people who run the winter actually live.
The history Niseko has lived through. Learn the stories behind the landscape, and Niseko starts to look a little different.
Niseko is a winter paradise full of natural wonders. From its powder snow to frozen lakes, immerse yourself in a natural retreat together with the flora and fauna that calls this land home.

Nature

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The mountain you can see from almost everywhere, and how people here orient themselves by it.
Siberian air, the Sea of Japan, and fifteen meters a year.
Birch and beech, silent, under snow deep enough to change the shape of the land.
Rivers that keep running, ponds that don't, and spring water surfacing at the foot of Yotei all winter.
Ezo fox, sika deer, and the birds that stay through the cold.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN NISEKO

Events at Niseko

Winter events across Kutchan, Niseko and Rankoshi.
Oct
Rankoshi New Rice Festival
Rankoshi Town
Late Oct
Halloween
Niseko Town
Dec – early Mar
Night skiing
Niseko United
Dec - Mar
Firework
Niseko United
Dec - Mar
Music Event
Niseko United and the surrounding area
Late Dec
Christmas event
Niseko United and the surrounding area
Late Dec – Early Jan
New Years Party
Niseko United and the surrounding area
Feb
Yukitopia
Kutchan Town
Mar
Spring Ski
Niseko United
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