Mount Yotei, Japan Trip Report: Ski Touring to the Crater of an Active Volcano Near Niseko Report from March 2021 and written by the Explore-Share team. Mount Yotei is a stunning 6,227-foot (1,898m) active stratovolcano in the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, near Niseko in Japan. This conical eye-catcher is also a top spot for intermediate to advanced backcountry skiing. Options include ski touring to the crater top and enjoying some great powder there, or even just finding great […] Guest Author | January 13, 2022 0 Comments
Niseko’s Lift Upgrades Are Leading in Innovation For the 2021-2022 Japanese Ski Season Niseko Hanazono Resort opened its doors for the 2021 – 2022 ski season to tourists and locals alike on December 4th. During this opening, Niseko also unveiled two major upgrades of the resort to the public: a brand new, state-of-the-art, 10-person gondola, and a brand new 6-person chair lift. These lifts have been described as the “Ferrari of chairlifts” by […] Haleigh Hafner | December 13, 2021 0 Comments
Ritz Carlton Reserve Niseko Village, Hokkaido, Japan Opening Soon! The powder paradise of Niseko Village, Japan is opening its first Ritz Carlton Reserve luxury hotel. The “Higashiyama Niseko Village” will have 50 rooms with access to the legendary slopes. They will feature two delicious restaurants as well as a lounge area for members. There will be a high-end day Spa and Fitness Center on-site as well to enjoy. Related: 4 […] Industry News James Pulfer | September 5, 2020 0 Comments
FOR SALE: Dream Ski-In Ski-Out Home in Niseko, Japan Listed for $2.7 Million Your dream home is for sale in Niseko Japan. This ski-in-ski-out wooden palace is located skiing distance from world-class Annupuri Ski Resort and has been listed as for sale for approximately 2.7 million USD. Property description and photos provided by Niseko Property: Located on the prestigious backroad between the Annupuri and Niseko Village, this is a one-of-a-kind luxury log home […] SnowBrains | May 21, 2020 1 Comment
4 Reasons You Should Have A Powder Guide In Niseko, Japan Niseko, Japan averages nearly 50 FEET (15 meters) of snow every year, making it the most reliable ski destination for those in search of consistent powder. With all that snow, you might be asking why you need to hire a guide? Here are the TOP FOUR REASONS you should have a powder guide when you visit Niseko, Japan. #1. Finding […] Industry News Brian Carpentier | February 22, 2019 0 Comments
Niseko, Japan Conditions Report: Perfect Blend of Snow AND Sun With over 42 inches (109 cm) of new snow over the last 7 days, Niseko, Japan is doing what it does best: delivering the deepest and driest powder on earth. Somehow, between all that snow falling we still caught a few glimpses of the sun shining. This week marks a turning point in what has been a slow start to […] Conditions Report Brian Carpentier | December 14, 2018 0 Comments
The Ikon Pass Now Offers Access Across 3 Continents with the Addition of Niseko United, Japan EXPERIENCE JAPAN’S RENOWNED DEEP POWDER AT NISEKO UNITED WITH THE IKON PASS The Ikon Pass Now Offers Skiers & Riders Access on Three Continents Ikon Pass holders will now have access to more than 72,000 skiable acres over three continents with the addition of Niseko United, located on Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido. Japan is home to some of the […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 30, 2018 0 Comments
Niseko United, Japan Joins Big Sky, MT on The Mountain Collective Pass After joining as an affiliate member last year, Niseko United has now joined a group of the world’s most prestigious ski resorts as a full member resort of The Mountain Collective pass for the 2018/19 season. The Pass is now available for purchase for a limited time at $449 USD. Niseko United now stands alongside names like Aspen Snowmass, Banff Sunshine, […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 9, 2018 0 Comments