Guides

This year marks the fifth anniversary of our annual Ski Asia Awards, intended to acknowledge the best and fairest in Asia’s ever-evolving ski industry. Three new categories have been added …
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Japan’s ski season is well underway, and, for the most part, things have picked up where they left off at the end of last season. There are a couple of …
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Skiers travelling to Japan might be tempted to spend as much time as feasibly possible on the slopes. However, a Japanese ski holiday is more than just a chance to …
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Japan is widely known as a mecca for powder, attracting some of the world’s best skiers and thrill seekers. However, it’s perhaps underappreciated that Japan is also an excellent ski …
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We love asking ski resort locals how they’d spend a perfect day at their home resort, because it’s often the fastest way to get to know a new ski destination. …
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If there was ever a person to help you pick out a ski holiday restaurant, it would SnowChef founder Justin Doyle, who, in his own words, has has made it …
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For the first time in years, we’re approaching a Japanese ski season without the need to ask questions like: “Will borders be open?” or “What kind of travel restrictions will …
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As the northern winter approaches and the froth for powder is on the upswing, seeing costs do the same can threaten to dampen one’s stoke for Japow. It’s no secret …
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As the sun begins to light up the snow-covered Mount Myoko, a day off from skiing or snowboarding offers the chance to uncover a bit of the adventure, culture and …
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Over the past 20 years, Niseko has exploded in popularity to become Japan’s most international resort, now globally recognised for its world-class powder and vibrant nightlife. The resort in its …
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