We all secretly (or maybe not so secretly!) yearn to retreat to our own ski cabin after a day on the hill, crack open a bottle of wine and relax by the fire looking out onto the snow falling outside, setting us up for another cracker of a day in Japan’s best powder snow! Below are five properties available for immediate purchase at less than US$400,000.
Kutchan Bargain House
Nearest ski resort: Niseko United
Price: ¥17,000,000 / USD:$150,000
Size: 158sqm

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This four bedroom home is conveniently located just outside the main restaurant and bar area of Kutchan. Close enough to easily walk to and from, but far away enough to be in a quiet area. The property had a partial renovation in 2010 adding a new kitchen and updating the bedrooms. Most the the first floor is a large garage able to park multiple vehicles in so you do not have to worry about snow clearing your car each morning in winter. A new garage shutter door was installed in 2019 the same year as the boiler was replaced.
LEARN MOREYunosato Pine House
Nearest ski resort: Niseko United / Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
Price: ¥26,500,000 / USD:$230,000
Size: 140sqm

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The perfect winter escape, a cozy 3 bedroom house nestled among a mature pine forest in the increasingly popular Yunosato neighbourhood. Beautiful views over to Mt. Yotei from the master bedroom and a flowing, open plan living room, dining room, kitchen and tatami room on the ground floor. The house is sold semi-furnished with option to purchase adjacent land plot for extra space. Covered concrete garage with ample internal space.
LEARN MORENiseko Moiwa Retro cottage
Nearest ski resort: Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
Price: ¥33,000,000 / USD:$290,000
Size: 98sqm

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Located in the popular Royal Town area, just minutes from both the Moiwa and Annupuri lifts and within easy walking distance to the Konbu onsen area, this house is an ideal for ski and summer holidaying in Niseko. Sitting on almost 300 sqm of land, the house has an off-street, asphalted parking area and a great deck ideal for enjoying BBQs during the Niseko green season. Royal Town remains a quiet, semi managed area with private spring water and onsen, a great place for a residence or holiday house. Property currently holds a hotel license.
LEARN MOREDoctors Village Moiwa Chalet
Nearest ski resort: Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
Price: ¥39,000,000 / USD:$340,000
Size: 77sqm

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Dr Village 2 bedroom Cottage is a great base for those looking to get out of the busy resort areas while still being a short drive to most amenities. You will love it out here; a backcountry skiers delight, great for families with ample outdoor area for little ones to play, and a positively superb retreat to bring your partner for a romantic getaway. This cottage sits in a established quiet subdivision which is only 5 minutes away from Annupuri and Moiwa ski areas and even closer to some of the oldest and more natural onsens in the area. Close by you also have a good choice of eateries all which are well frequented in the winter months due to the top quality food on offer.
LEARN MOREKiroro House
Nearest ski resort: Kiroro
Price: ¥43,500,000 / USD:$380,000
Size: 77sqm

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A great opportunity to own a home in the snowiest resort in Japan! This four bedroom house is situated on a quiet road, only 3 minutes drive from Kiroro’s Ski lifts. Built in 1995 this property has only been lightly used as a holiday home. The property currently has a Minpaku license making it possible to rent the home as a holiday let.
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