Light, dry, powder snow
Niseko has developed an enviable reputation in recent years thanks to the quality and quantity of snow that falls on the mountains here. The days of the area being a winter sports lover's best kept secret are now over but Niseko has developed into a world class ski resort offering the highest standard of accommodation and an unbelievable variety of restaurants and bars.
Winter activities
Snow is still the natural resource that fuels the Niseko economy and the main reason why people come here from all over the world. The list of activities it's possible to experience during the Hokkaido Winter is long and there's something for everyone. Skiing and snowboarding are the most popular winter sports and the courses here cater for beginner through to expert level skiers. For the more adventurous, the backcountry skiing is unparalleled. We would also highly recommend taking part in some of the other activities possible while here such as snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dog sledding and horse riding more information on which can be found on this website.
