More than 100 years ago, the sloping land above Seki Onsen was gradually cleared for firewood. At some point around the time skiing was first introduced to Japan, a lightning …
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The secret isn’t out yet, but it might be soon. Palcall Tsumagoi resort is rapidly growing in popularity amongst Japanese skiers and snowboarders – families in particular – but to …
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Madarao Mountain Resort, one of Japan’s top powder skiing destinations, has been sold to Singapore-based Patience Capital Group (PCG), a real estate investment manager specialising in the acquisition of tourism …
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Japan was one of the most reluctant countries in the world to re-open its borders after Covid. Now, after more than two years they’ve finally unlocked the door, but how …
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Anyone harbouring dreams of a ski season in Japan this winter needn’t worry; you haven’t missed the boat just yet. Thanks to Japan’s slow reopening to visa-free travel, some businesses …
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After the long-awaited re-opening of visa-free travel to Japan this week it is not only demand for hotels and flights that is sky high, real estate enquiries and purchases have …
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Japanese ski seasons are the stuff of legends. With many ski resorts averaging 10–12 metres of snow a year and, in some instances, more than 20, nowhere comes close to …
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With the Japanese borders finally opening, it’s not too late to consider passes that may assist you in enjoying the finest Japow the predicted La Niña-affected 2022/23 season is set …
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