Niseko is located in Hokkaido, Japan, and is famous for its powder snow, uncrowded slopes and hot volcanic spring baths.
Niseko consists of three areas: Hirafu (biggest and best), Annupuri and Higashiyama. The three areas occupy different sides of the same mountain, and are all connected at the top. Tickets for each area are available separately, or a combined
all-mountain pass can be purchased.
Some Niseko information:
Higher average snowfall than Whistler, Canada.
Consistent low temperature maintains excellent snow quality.
Over 1000 metres of vertical drop serviced by 28 lifts and gondolas.
Terrain to suit all levels of ability.
Slopes are open from 8:30 am until 9 pm (Hirafu area).
An enormous floodlit area makes night skiing truely awesome (Hirafu).
Season starts late November and runs until early May.
Best powder mid December to mid March.
The three Niseko areas connect at the summit.
Hirafu boasts one of the largest illuminated areas in the world. Night skiing is a must.
Onsen (volcanic spring baths) are good for tired muscles.
Enjoy and beware onsen with local beer!
