by Stu Buckland | Oct 24, 2025 | Updates
Best Time to Visit Niseko: A Month by Month Guide to Japan’s Powder Paradise Niseko is more than just the most famous ski destination in Japan, it has earned it’s reputation as a global icon of deep, dry powder and breathtaking scenery. Located on Japan’s...
by Stu Buckland | Sep 25, 2025 | Updates
Yukoro Onsen Reopens in Hirafu - A Must-Visit Onsen in Niseko If you’re looking for the best onsen in Niseko, Hirafu’s latest addition is one you won’t want to miss. Yukoro Onsen has officially reopened, reclaiming its place as a beloved hot spring destination in the...
by Stu Buckland | Aug 8, 2025 | Updates
Niseko Winter 2025/26 Opening Dates 5th December update: All Niseko resorts have opened, with limited terrain open. Keep an eye out on the Niseko United website for lift status, and tap on each resort for details on which runs are open. 1st December update: Still no...
by Stu Buckland | Aug 8, 2025 | Updates
Yuki Yama 3: Renovated and Ready for Winter A New Look for a Hirafu Favourite: Yuki Yama 3 Bedroom Apartment Yuki Yama 3, a popular 3-bedroom residence in the heart of Hirafu, has recently undergone a full interior refresh, just in time for the upcoming season. This...
by Stu Buckland | Aug 8, 2025 | Updates
Booking Made Easy: NBS Online Booking System Now Live! NBS bookings for rentals, lessons and guiding are now open for 2025/26 season. And planning your ski holiday just got a whole lot easier. Our brand new online booking system at www.nbsjapan.com is now live, making...
by Stu Buckland | Apr 15, 2025 | Updates
King Hooded Lift Upgrades Coming in 2025 Grand Hirafu closed early this season on March 31st to allow work to begin on major King Hooded Lift upgrades, which will see its capacity increased from a four-seater to six-seater, as a key part of Niseko Tokyu’s “Value Up...
