Rupert Orchard

Rupert works for HT Holidays and returned to Niseko full-time in 2014, seven years after first discovering the resort's famous powder as a ski instructor. In between, he has worked in the ski industry in China and Canada, but in the end, couldn't resist a return to the resort that made him fall in love with the sport and the industry.

Showing all posts by Rupert Orchard:

- Winter
5 Niseko Stories: Toshiya Kasuga
04 August, 2016
The final story, part 5, with Niseko snowboarder Toshiya Kasuga.
- Winter
5 Niseko Stories: Boen Ferguson
04 August, 2016
Meet Boen Ferguson, a pro skier turned photographer and subject #4 from My House Pictures' 5 Niskeo Stories.
- Winter
5 Niseko Stories: Nat Segal
04 August, 2016
Part 3 of "5 Niseko Stories" introduces Nat Segal, a Freeride World Tour competitor and former mogul skier with a love for Niseko's famous powder snow.
- Winter
5 Niseko Stories: Yohei Sasaki
04 August, 2016
Part 2 of "5 Niseko Stories" features Yohei Sasaki, a born and bred Niseko local with a very special connection to the mountains.
- Reviews
Stand Up Paddle Boarding on Lake Toya
28 July, 2016
We join Rhythm Japan's SUP tour to Lake Toya, a large caldera lake to the south of Niseko that is said to be the second most transparent in Japan!
- Summer
Grand Hirafu Downhill Mountain Bike Trail Opens
17 July, 2016
Niseko Grand Hirafu downhill trail open from July 16 to September 25.
- Winter
The Rising Gaijins
12 July, 2016
A film by Jake Munro featuring three freeskiers and two snowboarders from New Zealand who set aside their differences on a trip to the Japanese backcountry.
- Summer
2016 Niseko Classic Photos and Results
11 July, 2016
Photos and results from a challenging but successful 2016 Boardman Niseko Classic.
- Community
Meet Tim Blake, Niseko's Super Fit Dad
06 July, 2016
Super Fit Dads founder Tim Blake speaks with Experience Niseko on the benefits of running a business and staying healthy in Niseko.
- Winter
5 Niseko Stories: Trailer
01 July, 2016
An exclusive peek at My House Pictures' new production, 5 Niseko Stories, featuring renowned skiers and boarders from around the globe.
- Reviews
Kona Precept 130: A Fun and Simple Start to Trail Riding
26 June, 2016
The Kona Precept 130 offers a future-proof, upgrade worthy frame with solid componentry and handling that will allow a fun and simple start to trail riding.
- Summer
An Interactive Map of Free Campsites and Onsen in Japan
26 June, 2016
Planning to explore Hokkaido on a budget? This interactive map of Japan's many free campsites and onsen will get you started.
- Reviews
The Oyuki Tamashii Mitt: Built for the Niseko Winter
16 June, 2016
A review of the Oyuki Tamashii Mitt, constructed with Niseko's harsh winter environment in mind.
- Summer
Beyond the Bicycle: Run + Swim + Road Bike = Niseko
14 June, 2016
Episode #2 from the Let's Cycle Niseko crew, featuring clips from the Boardman Niseko Classic and IRONMAN Japan.
- Winter
Niseko United: A Winter Wonderland
14 June, 2016
A superb video from Niseko United team showcasing the Niseko winter in all its glory! A must-watch.
- Videos
Experience Niseko – Asia's Top Ski Resort
06 June, 2016
Find out why Niseko is considered Asia's top snowsports resort and one of the best in the world.