Niseko gets all the attention. It’s the one everyone’s heard of, the one that shows up in glossy magazines and influencer reels – Japan’s headline act. But while Niseko’s busy …
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The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) has released its long-range outlook for the 2025–26 winter (December–February), giving snow-watchers their first official glimpse of what’s ahead. And while there are early signs …
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Ikon Pass holders have reason to celebrate this season. The global ski pass network, owned by Alterra Mountain Company, has announced one of its largest expansions to date – adding …
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Accommodation in Japan is getting expensive. Just a few years ago, it was possible to pay next to nothing for a room in a resort. In recent seasons, prices have …
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If you’re a fan of stunning homes that quietly exude luxury, you’re in for a real treat. Dive into the ultimate lineup of eight top-tier properties currently listed on Uchi, …
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Kamui Ski Links has long drawn powder hounds for its feather-light snow and relatively empty slopes. But in the coming years, the resort may attract a very different type of …
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“Pff… tourists,” I muttered as a group marched into the loudest bar on Hirafu’s main street.

I was one, too – just a self-proclaimed “better” version heading to a “secret …
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If you’ve been doom-scrolling through Instagram and TikTok thinking the Japan ski season is already sold out – don’t panic just yet. Yes, demand is high and some resorts are …
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