Strong Exchange Rates Good For Niseko Travellers

20 July, 2017 Matt Kaiser

Now's the perfect time to book your Niseko winter escape with international currencies strong against the Japanese yen.

In March, we published a forecast for the accommodation rates for the coming 2017/18 winter season. As predicted, accommodation costs here in Niseko have dropped for the coming winter season.

Here is how the US dollar, Australian dollar and Great Britain pound are doing against the Japanese yen.

USD to JPY

Usd To Jpy Exchange Rate July 2017

The US Dollar has been strong since last autumn and is still holding out against the Japanese yen. The strong US dollar also means that travel to the US is going to be more expensive.

AUD to JPY

Aud To Jpy Exchange Rate July 2017

Compared to this time last year, the Australian dollar has made significant gains equaling savings around 15% if you are looking to book now.

GBP to JPY

GBP To Jpy Exchange Rate July 2017

In addition to the strong pound, Japan Airlines has recently expanded its service and is offering promotional fares on flights to Tokyo—two great opportunities to save on your Niseko holiday when you're flying from the UK!

Matt Kaiser
Matt Kaiser

Originally from Canada, Matt first came to Hokkaido in the summer of 2012. Living in the northern reaches of Hokkaido, he gradually moved south until he arrived here in the Niseko area in the fall of 2015. His involvement with Experience Niseko began just before it's official online launch in June 2016. Now the international editor for both the print and digital editions, he spends his time exploring the Niseko area for more exciting stories to share with our readership.