“The dream of many but the reserve of a few, ski-in ski-out real estate opportunities tend to come with a price tag to match the location,” says Chris – founder and CEO of Uchijapan.com, Japan’s largest resort real estate portal.
“However, that needn’t be the case and recently I’ve seen plenty of interesting opportunities for investment right on the ski slopes of Japan’s epic powder-filled mountains. So whether you’re tempted by the recent international noise around Patience Capital’s investment in Myoko, projects in Furano, The Vale Rusutsu or in-demand options in Niseko… we have something for you all.
“And to prove it doesn’t have to break the bank, all 10 options below will set you back less than $1 million USD. Good luck finding such value in the USA or Europe!
“Head to uchijapan.com/properties to check out all our latest listings anytime”.
Mebouki Lodge
Location: Ikenotaira Resort, Myoko, Niigata
Price: 40m JPY ($250k USD) – negotiable
Mebouki Lodge – Ski-in Ski-out in Ikenotaira. View more images
Why? Myoko is seeing massive interest in real estate given the investment promised by Patience Capital and this is a fantastic opportunity to get a large plot with a functioning lodge right on the ski slopes.
VIEW LISTINGKi Niseko 2 Bedroom
Location: Niseko-Hirafu, Hokkaido
Price: 138m JPY ($860k USD)
Ki Niseko 317/318 2 Bedroom Dual Key. View more images
Why? 2 bedroom unit in the iconic ski-in ski-out onsen hotel, Ki Niseko. Location is second-to-none and the popularity with visitors year-round gives good return potential.
VIEW LISTINGVale Rusutsu 1 Bedroom
Location: Rusutsu, Hokkaido
Price: 71m JPY ($450k USD)
The Vale Rusutsu 306 – 1 Bedroom Suite. View more images
Why? Rusutsu Resort is a regular winner of Japan’s Top Ski Resort and the Vale Rusutsu is the first chance to own ski-in ski-out real estate here. With golf courses and a theme park, there is also strong occupancy year-round
VIEW LISTINGRankoshi Private Mountain
Location: Rankoshi, Hokkaido
Price: 36m JPY ($230k USD)
Rankoshi Private Mountain. View more images
Why? Don’t worry about any life lines when you own your own mountain! A short drive from Niseko and Rusutsu in case your skidoo runs out of petrol, this is a truly cool opportunity.
VIEW LISTINGHinode Hills 2 Bedroom
Location: Niseko Village, Hokkaido
Price: 152m JPY ($950k USD)
Hinode Hills 601. View more images
Why? The residences in Hinode Hills are generously-sized and you benefit from direct access to Niseko Village resort as well as management by the resort company itself.
VIEW LISTINGThe Vale Niseko Studio
Location: Niseko-Hirafu, Hokkaido
Price: 68m JPY ($420k USD)
The Vale Niseko 105. View more images
Why? There are not many more iconic buildings in Hirafu than The Vale Niseko and this is a rare opportunity to pick up your own place for under half a million dollars.
VIEW LISTINGAkakura-So Lodge
Location: Myoko Akakura, Niigata
Price: 92m JPY ($580k USD)
Akakura-So Lodge. View more images
Why? Large operating lodge sitting on a huge patch of land located right next to the ski lifts of Akakura Onsen.
VIEW LISTINGFenix West 1 Bedroom
Location: Furano, Hokkaido
Price: 69m JPY ($430k USD)
Fenix West Furano 1 Bedroom Unit 309. View more images
Why? Furano may well be the next big thing in Hokkaido and the sister hotel, Fenix Furano, sold out almost immediately.
VIEW LISTINGAlpen Ridge 305
Location: Niseko-Hirafu, Hokkaido
Price: 88m JPY ($550k USD)
Alpen Ridge 305. View more images
Why? At only 1.5m JPY per sqm, this large one-bedroom apartment offers excellent value for money and direct access to the lifts.
VIEW LISTINGMUWA Niseko 111
Location: Niseko-Hirafu, Hokkaido
Price: 105m JPY ($650k USD)
MUWA Niseko 111. View more images
Why? The newest ski-in ski-out hotel in Hirafu, MUWA offers an incredible location and top-level amenities including onsen and high-end food options.
VIEW LISTINGVisit uchijapan.com/properties for the latest listings across Japan’s top ski areas.
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