Where to Ski in Hakuba: 10 Top Resorts in Hakuba Valley (2025-26 Guide)

by Stu Buckland | Dec 22, 2023 | Blogs

Where to Ski in Hakuba - The Ultimate Guide Hakuba gained prominence as a skiing destination following its role as the host of the Nagano Winter Olympics in 1998. The valley is home to ten distinct resorts: Jiigatake, Kashimayari, Sanosaka, Goryu, Hakuba 47, Happo...

Milk Kobo Niseko – Discover Hokkaido’s Delicious Dairy Desserts

by Stu Buckland | Dec 20, 2023 | Blogs

Milk Kobo Niseko - Discover Hokkaido's Delicious Dairy Desserts A trip to Niseko wouldn’t be fully experienced without stopping by the area’s renowned dessert haven – Milk Kobo. People from Japan and around the globe come to this iconic destination to indulge in the...

How To Use An Onsen

by Stu Buckland | Dec 8, 2023 | Blogs

How to use an Onsen Natural hot springs, referred to as “onsen” in Japan, are abundant throughout the country, deeply ingrained in its rich culture. A visit to an onsen provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the beauty of the Japanese landscape and...

Sapporo Autumn Festival 2023

by Stu Buckland | Sep 19, 2023 | Blogs

Sapporo Autumn Festival 2023 Savouring Autumn Delights: The Sapporo Autumn Festival in Hokkaido, Japan As autumn sweeps across Japan, bringing with it a crisp chill and vibrant foliage, the city of Sapporo in Hokkaido welcomes a culinary extravaganza like no other –...