Jorge Abian skiing in Niseko Japan

SUSHI POWDER

Niseko, Japan

by Land of Ride

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  • Level

    Intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders.

  • Group

    Max 20 guests. If you travel solo, you will share a room with a single bed.

  • Period

    Winter, 2024

Included

NotIncluded

EMPIRE OF THE SNOW

Located on the island of Hokkaido, Niseko is well known as the 'Powder Kingdom' due to its winter-long chest-deep snow slopes.

Sushi, ramen, natural hot springs, and powder snow await any intrepid ski and snowboard lover searching for adventure.

snowboarding in the fresh powder snow of Niseko

JAPOW

Endless powder.

Skier jumping in the fresh powder snow in Niseko

Arriving in a ski town in the middle of the night with snow on both sides of the road as high as three-story houses can be intimidating. Despite the freezing temperatures and being far from home, you will quickly fall under the spell of this winter wonderland.

As soon as you step into Niseko village, the late-night food trucks will arouse your appetite. Whether it’s oven street pizza, oyster rolls, or donuts that you crave, you can refuel before hitting the slopes for the best snow on the planet. 

The local Japanese people call this snow Oyuki, meaning 'Big Snow.' Visitors call it JAPOW. So crack open a chilled Sapporo beer and take in the peaks on and off-piste. 

Skier jumping in the fresh powder snow in Niseko

WhatPeopleSay

    If you like skiing, you can't die without skiing in Japan. The snow is just too good!
    Man smiling in ski gear full in snow in Niseko

    WrittenBy: P. Werner

Snowboarder and skier walking in the snowy street of Niseko

FRIENDS AND POWDER

It is a fact: friends that ski together stay together.

Company matters. You’ll never have a bad snow day when good friends surround you. 

That’s why we have capped this trip to 20 people max, so the chemistry between our crew stays tight. It’s the sweet spot that means you can get the balance between social and solo time just right. 

With us, you can look forward to more laughs, better apres, and real chill time at the resort with like-minded people who are all chasing the same thing as you; legendary skiing and snowboarding on unrivaled snow. 

Though sunny days are rare, Niseko receives an average of 14 meters of snow per season. Most of it falls during January and February, making every day a snow day. 

Happy skier in Niseko
happy skier covered in snow in Niseko
Photos with Polaroids of a group of Friends in Niseko Japan

Friends skiing in Niseko

Had never skied in powder. Now is all I wanna do.
Happy skier in Niseko
Photos with Polaroids of a group of Friends in Niseko Japan
happy skier covered in snow in Niseko

Friends skiing in Niseko

Had never skied in powder. Now is all I wanna do.

Fresh snow

Every single day.

Though sunny days are rare, Niseko receives an average of 14 meters of snow per season. Most of it falls during January and February, making every day a snow day. 

jump in to the fresh powder snow of Niseko
Niseko view
Off-piste in power snow in Niseko

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Town of Niseko

POWDER'S DOORSTEP

One minute walk to the gondola.

Located just a minute walk from the Hirafu lift, you can ski until your heart's content or your legs burn, and then you ski back straight to your bed.

All apartments have floor-to-ceiling windows, showcasing majestic views of Mt. Yotei or forest scenery, offering you the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and style. 

  • Niseko Accommodation Room
    Room with Volcano View

    Floor to ceiling windows are always good. Specially when you have Mt. Yotei (an active volcano) in the background.

  • An Onsen bath in Niseko, Japan
    Onsens

    Onsens: an almost mandatory visit when in Niseko. There are a few conveniently located around the area.

  • Niseko Landmark View Living Room
    Double Rooms

    A good night of rest is strictly necessary for the snow-filled days ahead.

  • Kitchen Landmark View
    COOK IT

    Fully equipped kitchen in every room to make your dream breakfasts come true before your powder sessions.

Oyster food truck located in Niseko.

ALL YOU CAN EAT

Ramen. Sushi. Mochi. Uni. Sobra. The list is endless.

Oyster food truck located in Niseko.

Breakfast and snacks will be provided for you each morning, so you can focus on having a good time without going hungry. 

When lunchtime and dinner come, it's on you. Explore your appetite and choose well! There are hundreds of good food options out there.

Photo of the Fridge Bar in Niseko

FINGER LICKING

Favorite food in the world.
Road to the Volcano in Niseko

Highlights OF THE TRIP

  • 1

    Skiing fresh powder snow in Niseko

    POWDER skiing

    All you have to do is fly away.

  • 2

    Hike to hot spring in Niseko

    Onsen Hot springs

    A hike in the wilderness with a natural onsen (hot spring) as reward.

  • 3

    Night skiing in Niseko

    Night ski

    Night skiing in Niseko feels like skiing through the stars.

  • 4

    Food truck in Niseko

    Food trucks

    You will get hungry after a day on the slopes. In Niseko, there is always a range of food trucks ready for you.

  • 5

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    GENTEM SURF SNOWBOARD TEST

    Gentemstick Super Fish snowboards are the stuff of legend. You will be able to have fun and explore these classical designed GENTEMSTICK's.

  • 6

    Japanese Whiskey tasting

    WHISKEY TESTING

    Test Japan's amazing whiskey.

  • 7

    Japanese food

    JAPANESE FOOD CRAWL

    A food crawl is the best way to get to know a new place and culture.

  • 8

    Secret bar

    Apre ski

    And of course apre ski is always part of a good ski adventure.

Highlights OF THE TRIP

  • 1

    Skiing fresh powder snow in Niseko

    POWDER skiing

    All you have to do is fly away.

  • 2

    Hike to hot spring in Niseko

    Onsen Hot springs

    A hike in the wilderness with a natural onsen (hot spring) as reward.

  • 3

    Night skiing in Niseko

    Night ski

    Night skiing in Niseko feels like skiing through the stars.

  • 4

    Food truck in Niseko

    Food trucks

    You will get hungry after a day on the slopes. In Niseko, there is always a range of food trucks ready for you.

  • 5

    c

    GENTEM SURF SNOWBOARD TEST

    Gentemstick Super Fish snowboards are the stuff of legend. You will be able to have fun and explore these classical designed GENTEMSTICK's.

  • 6

    Japanese Whiskey tasting

    WHISKEY TESTING

    Test Japan's amazing whiskey.

  • 7

    Japanese food

    JAPANESE FOOD CRAWL

    A food crawl is the best way to get to know a new place and culture.

  • 8

    Secret bar

    Apre ski

    And of course apre ski is always part of a good ski adventure.

Skier jumping into the fresh powder snow of Niseko

TripSummary

  • Level

    Intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders.

  • Group

    Max 20 guests. If you travel solo, you will share a room with a single bed.

  • Period

    Winter, 2024

Included

  • Accommodation

    6 Nights in Ski-in/Ski-out private apartment house in Niseko, Japan. If you travel alone, you will share a room with two single beds.

  • Ski Pass

    5 days Ski pass for your week with access to all slopes in Niseko Hirafu.

  • Photographer

    Yes, we thought about it. There will be a private photographer with us, making sure you take the best photos with you back home.

  • Mountain guide

    1 Day of Niseko Backcountry Tour Guide


  • Transfer from/to Sapporo Airport

    Transfer from Saporo Airport to Niseko

  • Breakfast Groceries

    1 Breakfast Bag with supplies and snacks for the apartment.

  • 1 Onsen Pass

    Pass for 1 Onsen Hot Springs Spa.

  • Night Ski Pass

    Ski at night. There's something special about powder runs in the dark!

  • Fridge Bar

    Pilgrimage to the infamous fridge bar for a Japanese whiskey tasting.

NotIncluded

  • Flights

    Arrive to New Chitose Airport on the 19th of February, 2022.

    YouCTS

  • Lunch + Dinner

    Due to the extensive amount of great food in Japan, we can't cover all you can eat.

  • Ski/Snowboard Gear

    Please bring your skis/snowboard or rent it.

    You can rent all gear at Harro's Snowsports, just 20m from the accommodation's lobby.

  • Not to forget!

    Not to forget!

    • Negative COVID-19 test – 72h before departure

    • Credit Card

    • Personal Extreme Sport Insurance

    • European valid visit visa

    • All your vaccinations

    • Valid passport

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