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.

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- Winter
Where To Go With Children In Niseko During Winter
02 February, 2017
Find out where you and your family can relax in Niseko. A run through some great child-friendly restaurants and businesses as well as a few childcare providers.
- Winter
KORUA Shapes Presents Yearning For Turning Vol. 5 - Hokkaido Hustle
31 January, 2017
Unconventional board makers KORUA Shapes test out their boards in some epic Hokkaido powder snow in the fifth installment of their Yearning for Turning series.
- Winter
Action Packed Chinese New Year Line-Up In 2017
27 January, 2017
Help bring in the Year of the Rooster! All the inside information you need to know what to do and where this coming Chinese New Year here in Niseko!
- Culture
Immerse Yourself - What Are Onsen?
20 January, 2017
What exactly is an onsen? How many onsen are there? What's the difference between one onsen and another? What makes a "good" onsen? We have the answers and more
- Winter
Into The Backcountry With Jenny Jones And The House Of Powder
17 January, 2017
Looking to experience fresh Niseko powder? Dive into backcountry skiing and snowboarding with great guides and awesome runs for all levels from beginner and up!
- Winter
Get Pumped For The New Year With Our Powder Riding Playlist
28 December, 2016
We've put together our ultimate playlist of awesome, powder riding tunes as selected by the hard-working seasonal staff all around Niseko's Hirafu village.
- Culture
New Restaurant Website Makes Eating Out In Niseko Easier
15 December, 2016
Table Search Niseko is the newest way to ensure you can find a place to eat for the night when you are in the Niseko town area.
- Winter
What To Bring When Coming To Niseko-Hirafu
07 December, 2016
Our handy packing guide to help you decide what to bring to Niseko for your ski or snowboarding vacation in Niseko this coming winter season.
- Winter
Get into the Backcountry with Andrew Spragg
20 September, 2016
Andrew Spragg from Rising Sun Guides gave us a bit of insight into the Niseko area and how it compares to other ski resorts around the world
- Winter
First-Timer's Guide to Niseko in Winter
16 September, 2016
New to Niseko? Coming for your first winter experience? We have all the tips and suggestions you need to have a safe and fun vacation in Niseko, Hokkaido!
- Winter
2017 Sapporo Asian Winter Games and Your Trip to Niseko!
30 August, 2016
For all the details on this winter's Asian Winter Games, hosted in Sapporo, and how you can tie it into your trip to Niseko!
- Community
Niseko Area Boasts One of the Highest Population Growth Rates in All of Japan!
25 August, 2016
In Japan, the country with the fastest declining population, it is hard to find a small town that is still growing. Yet Niseko, due to its growing ski resort,
- Winter
When is the Best Time to Come to Niseko?
23 August, 2016
Our walk-through of what to expect during winter here in Niseko. Look at each period during winter and find what's right for you!
- Community
Meet Kanami Anderson, Founder of Powder Yoga
17 August, 2016
Catching up with Kanami Anderson, founder of Powder Yoga, to get the full story of Powder Yoga's past and the direction of it's future!
- Winter
Last Year El Niño, This Year La Niña?
17 August, 2016
News has been circulating that the La Niña weather event might be bringing good news to ski resorts around Japan.
- Winter
Property Report Magazine's Winner for Asia's Best Resort Residencies in Japan Revealed!
16 August, 2016
This amazing Niseko accommodation provider has taken home the prize for 2016! Here's a quick glance at Asia's Best Resort Residency in Japan!