Community & People

Winter

Niseko Bus Guide

17 February, 2026

Confused about Niseko buses? This guide breaks down shuttle routes, operating dates, fares, and tips for travelling around the Niseko area.

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Niseko Will Host Gran Fondo World Championships 2026

10 December, 2025

Discover the 2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships in Niseko. Explore race details, summer activities, local dining, and why Hokkaido is the perfect host.

Winter

Niseko Hirafu Resort Map 25/26

02 December, 2025

Navigate Niseko with the 25/26 Resort Map - featuring new lifts, dining spots, shuttle routes, and everything you need for a seamless winter stay.

Winter

Niseko Continues to Shine at the World Ski Awards 2025

12 November, 2025

Niseko celebrates big wins at the World Ski Awards 2025, with SkyExpress, Ki Niseko, and Skye Niseko recognised for excellence in global ski tourism.

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The World is Watching: Niseko Joins WSJ’s Top 10 Places to Visit in 2025

28 February, 2025

Niseko joins WSJ’s Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2025! Experience world-class skiing, luxury stays at Ki Niseko, fine dining & year-round adventure.

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Japan's Oldest Quad Lift, Ace Quad Lift #2 Center Four, Ending 38-Year Legacy at Grand Hirafu

01 March, 2024

With just one month remaining until the closure of Japan's oldest quad lift, Ace Quad Lift #2 Center Four, an era spanning 38 years is drawing to a close.

Edit Japans Best Ski Boutique Hotel 2020 Winner Shield Black

Winter

World Ski Awards 2020

27 November, 2020

Niseko is a perennial contender in the World Ski Awards, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the industry, and led the pack again this year.

Community

Niseko land prices continue to surge

03 July, 2020

Niseko land prices continue their Japan-leading growth rates - up 50% on previous year.

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Development Updates in Hirafu Village, Niseko

20 May, 2020

We ventured out to see how some projects are progressing in town!

Winter

Yukitopia Event Schedule

12 February, 2020

Kutchan's number one winter event is Yukitopia (literally 'snow-topia'), an action-packed weekend of snow themed fun!

Winter

What's On This February in Niseko

25 January, 2020

Enjoy more of Niseko's winter fun with a great range of events in February 2020!

Winter

Tinge O' Ginger

23 January, 2020

Brewed in Niseko, introducing Hokkaido’s first craft ginger beer.

Community

Coffee Culture

08 January, 2020

We interview four founders of the Niseko coffee scene who use this beverage to enhance community ties and promote the beauty of the natural Niseko landscape.

Winter

Our Second Finnair Competition Winner Announced

07 January, 2020

Thanks to all of those who entered our second Skye Niseko and Finnair competition.

Winter

Niseko Activities For Kids

18 December, 2019

If you want to introduce your kids to Japanese culture, have them play in an off snow environment or need babysitting during dinner we have you covered.

Skye Niseko Interior Yotei West Living Room Low Res 6

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Cheap Japan: How Investing in Niseko Compares to Other Ski Resorts

05 December, 2019

Niseko is in the news today with Nikkei Asian Review publishing an article comparing investing in Niseko against investing in other global ski resorts.