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
The World’s Top 9 Ski Towns Après-Ski: a French term that translates literally to after-ski. This beautiful term encompasses the glorious post-ski beer, the needed post-ride snack, and the required unwinding of an epic day. Nothing beats hitting up the go-to happy hour bar and enjoying a local brew in a mountain town. Ski towns often get a bad rep for being overly expensive, too touristy, […] Industry News Joseph Phillips | May 12, 2020 2 Comments
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
Top 7 Reasons to Ski and Ride in Hokkaido, Japan This Winter Hokkaido, Japan is becoming one of the hottest ski destinations on the planet, offering more than 100 resorts and abundant, world-class powder. But exceptional snow quality is just the beginning. In the Land of the Rising Sun, this northern island also provides fabulous food, onsens (hot springs), and unique cultural experience with the most gracious hosts you’ll ever come across. But […] Industry News Robin Azer | November 11, 2018 1 Comment
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
The Top 11 Deepest Snowpack on “The Mountain Collective” Right Now [sponsored by The Mountain Collective] One of the unique opportunities you have, when you have The Mountain Collective, is that you are able to go where the deepest snow and the best skiing is anytime you want. Whether you love powder days and chase storms, or just want the most open and gnarly terrain possible, you can guarantee that one […] Weather Steven Agar | December 18, 2017 1 Comment
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