Niseko total snowfall for winter 2021/22

That’s a wrap! What a wonderful winter we had in Niseko for the 2021/22 season. It’s fun to reflect on specific moments - The first snowfall, ope...

13 May 2022

New art installation in Niseko – Hanazono Mountain Lights

Prototype at Bruce Munro Studio in UK ©️Bruce Munro Studio Something entirely new is coming to the Niseko summer scene. As part of Hanazono...

12 May 2022

Ski, golf, raft, bike, and more – Golden Week adventure in Niseko

Golden Week (April 29th - May 5th, 2022) is the adventure and activity peak in Niseko! Why? It represents the perfect intersection of Niseko’s wo...

14 April 2022

Ski and ride through May 5th, 2022 in Niseko!

Spring skiing in Niseko! Niseko boasts one of the longest ski seasons in Japan, typically open from the end of November through the Japanese Golde...

10 April 2022

Why you should visit Niseko this spring – discounts and more!

Spring Skiing! Spring is wonderful in Niseko. The snowfall starts to slow down and gives way to sunny and clear skies. Fresh top-ups of powder...

22 March 2022

Update on international travel to Japan – no quarantine for selected business travelers

*The following information is subject to change. Please check with official government sources to confirm the current status of international tra...

16 March 2022

Tips for first-time skiers and instructors – Interview with Niseko Village Snow School Director, Satoshi Maeda

Satoshi Maeda making powder turns in Niseko Village Winter sports are a fun activity for all ability levels, however, beginners usually have some ...

25 February 2022

Niseko mid-winter conditions report – February 2022

What a beautiful winter it has been! The 2021-22 winter season has given perfect conditions on the mountain, no matter what kind of skier or snow...

14 February 2022

Hanazono Niseko Resort’s backcountry experiences – Joe Sugano Interview

Joe Sugano at home in Niseko's fresh powder Hi Joe. Let’s introduce you to the audience. What is your job title at Hanazono? I know you manage a l...

24 January 2022

5 tips for a smooth winter holiday in Niseko

Planning a trip to Niseko is an exciting occasion! However, it can get complicated with logistics if you don’t know where to start and what you n...

14 January 2022

Night skiing at all 4 resorts of Niseko United!

4 resorts - lit up in the night! For the first time ever, night skiing will be available at all 4 resorts of Niseko United! Niseko’s night ski...

13 December 2021

Winter 2021/22 Kickoff! Niseko’s opening weekend

Here we go! The ski lifts in Niseko are turning and the winter season has officially begun! As if right on cue, mother nature decided to bless the...

9 December 2021

How much will it snow in Niseko? Winter 2021/22 snow forecast

A La Nina Winter 2021/22 in Japan The leading weather-tracking agencies around the world have confirmed that a La Nina has developed and will ...

17 November 2021

Niseko Distillery celebrates its grand opening!

Niseko Distillery celebrated its grand opening on October 1st, 2021! The distillery was founded by Hakkaisan Brewery, a major Niigata-based sake ...

11 November 2021

Book your Niseko winter 21/22 Ski Holiday early and save

Winter is coming! And fast. Bookings for most accommodations and winter activities including ski lessons and rental equipment are now open. If yo...

20 October 2021

A new gondola, lift, and courses at Niseko Hanazono Resort!

Hanazono's New Symphony Gondola unveiled! Niseko Hanazono Resort is undergoing so much exciting development that you might not even recognize it! ...

19 October 2021

Local autumn harvest in Niseko – A food lover’s delight

Niseko Autumn Food Festival The best place to find the highest concentration of local food! Unfortunately, the 2021 Niseko Autumn Food Festiva...

21 September 2021

Niseko Autumn Golf and Stay Packages

Autumn is still prime golf season in Niseko. The clean and crisp air makes it one of the best times of year to get on the greens. Temperatures ho...

21 September 2021

Niseko United Winter 2020/21 Wrap Up!

Thank you! Amidst adversity and uncertain times worldwide during this winter season, the ski resorts of Niseko United persevered and remained ...

8 May 2021

Spring Golden Week Specials

Enjoy and Have fun in Niseko Spring As the snow begins to melt, the weather gets warmer and warmer. Even though the mountains are still covere...

11 March 2021