Japan Set To Fully Reopen Its Borders In October Great news for Japow lovers as local news channels in Japan are reporting that Japan will fully reopen its borders to international tourists from ‘blue list’ countries in October. Two years ago the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs created strict border restrictions for international travelers and as part of that created blue, yellow, and red lists to categorize countries by their […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | September 16, 2022 0 Comments
Skiers Nervous Japan Won’t Open Fully for Tourism This Winter Update August 31: The new policy with eased restrictions is coming into force from September 7. The Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Wednesday, August 31, the start date for the new travel policy. The quick ratification gives hope that further easing of travel restrictions will come into force before Christmas. If you have booked your own trip to […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 24, 2022 1 Comment
Back Online: Niseko United Resort, Japan, Plans to Reopen to International Tourism for Upcoming 2022-23 Season After researching this place, I just may have to reconsider my plans for the upcoming season. Now, after three years of near-empty crowds and isolation from international tourism, Japan’s #1 snow mountain, Niseko United Ski Resort (NUSR) is finally planning to reopen for the upcoming 2022-23 season. With a tentative date scheduled for December 2, 2022, and lasting until May […] Industry News Ryan Kime | June 23, 2022 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
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
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