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 | 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...
by Stu Buckland | Feb 27, 2024 | Updates
Ikuma Horishima - Japan's Legendary Mogul Skier Ikuma Horishima, hailing from Gifu, Japan, is a professional moguls skier on the international stage. At just 24 years old, he clinched a remarkable bronze medal in the Freestyle Moguls event during the 2022 Beijing...
by Stu Buckland | Jan 31, 2024 | Updates
Snow Festival in Hokkaido Hokkaido, Japan’s northern island, welcomes some of the most abundant snowfall on the planet, maintaining sub-zero temperatures from November to late February. While the climate may be challenging, it sets the stage for ideal conditions...
