A winter of a lifetime for those in Niseko!

Japan’s closed borders to foreigners have made it a difficult winter for ski resorts such as Niseko. However, there is an upside. The resorts of ...

23 February 2021

Why you should visit Niseko this winter

Living in Japan and stuck in the cities for the coming up Christmas and New Year holiday season this year?Turn this into a great opportunity to v...

10 December 2020

In the snow – Accommodations right down our slopes

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono Niseko has such an abundant variety on accommodations Hanazono Just opened during the 2019－20 Snow Season, H...

8 December 2020

Our favorite onsens (hot springs) in Niseko

Did you know that before Niseko become world renown for amazing skiing and snowboarding that visitors mainly came for the hot springs? It’s true, the...

15 November 2020

Liftpass Deposit

Information for the three types of Niseko lift tickets and their deposits. Key Ticket 【Applicable Liftpass】Regular lift...

27 October 2020

Niseko welcomes visitors back with “The Spirit of the Mountain” campaign

 Watch: The Spirit of the Mountain Lead by Niseko Tourism, the Niseko area is launching a new campaign aimed at showcasing the whole region and rej...

31 July 2020

Niseko United named Japan’s best family ski resort

Niseko is the perfect family ski holiday destination, and there are so many reasons why! Traveling families from all over the world continue to visi...

24 July 2020

Why Niseko is perfect for cyclists

Photo courtesy of Vacation Niseko The Climate First and most importantly, Niseko has ideal weather in summer for cycling! Most of Japan is hot and h...

18 July 2020

Summer activities galore at PURE – Niseko Village

Did you know that many Niseko locals prefer the summer season to the cold and snowy winter? PURE at Niseko Village is a good example of why. There i...

11 July 2020

Why night skiing in Niseko is acclaimed worldwide

Photo: Juan Aizpuru Niseko is renowned all over the world for having some of the best night skiing in the entire world. A bold statement, but ye...

3 July 2020

Let’s ride! Niseko Grand Hirafu MTB Park open for summer 2020

Just in time for Niseko’s glorious summer, the Niseko Grand Hirafu Mountain Bike Park is open! Riders can rejoice as the Flow Trail, Electric Mounta...

25 June 2020

Niseko day trip – Shakotan Peninsula

Photo: Evan Wilcox Rugged coastal cliffs, the freshest sea urchin and fish, and water so blue it rivals the tropics. A day trip from Niseko to the Sh...

20 June 2020

The Mountain Collective Pass is back on sale!

The Mountain Collective Pass is back and better than ever! Niseko United is thrilled to once again be part of the Collective Pass that brings togethe...

12 June 2020

A summer of Hanazono Niseko activities – Now open!

As of June 1st, 2020, Hanazono Niseko Resort has started the operation of its popular summer activities! Explore Hokkaido’s mountains, forests, ocea...

4 June 2020

Niseko Village selected for potential 2030 Winter Olympics venue

Sapporo city has bid on hosting the 2030 Winter Olympics and has chosen Niseko Village as a possible venue for the downhill, Super G, and slalom even...

30 May 2020

Niseko accommodation – Book early and save big!

As the snow melts and Niseko’s green season starts to flourish, the next winter season seems so far away. However, now is the best time to secure yo...

22 May 2020

Ikon Pass 20/21 on sale with “Adventure Assurance”

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused difficult times across every industry, including skiing and snowboarding. Resorts all over the world ...

14 May 2020

The snow has melted and the greens are open!

Due to the development of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as well as the snow conditions on the mountain, Niseko United decided to close winter operation...

8 May 2020

How much snow fell in Niseko’s 2019-20 winter?

If you’ve been following Niseko’s weather this winter then it’s no secret that the snowfall was below-average. However, let’s keep in mind that Nise...

1 May 2020

Niseko United is closed for winter 2019-20

Views from the peak of Mt. Niseko Annupuri on closing day. April 19th marks the last day of operation for the Niseko United winter 2019-20 season.  T...

23 April 2020