Food & Travel

The quiet town of Niseko prides itself in its rich landscape and heritage, making it a hotspot for travelers seeking to experience a different side of this wintry paradise. The ski holiday destination is dubbed as ‘the powder capital of the world,’ thanks to the iconic fine snow that blankets the region come wintertime. Its proximity to Sapporo, just a couple of hours’ drive away, makes it accessible to those yearning to be surrounded by the snowcapped mountains while exploring the other delights that Niseko has to offer. Accommodations in Niseko come aplenty while arranging your stay can be quickly done courtesy of the many luxury lodgings to choose from. We have prepared a guide to help you choose the best accommodation that suits your needs. We shall focus on three accommodation types, namely hotels, apartments, and chalets, and discuss their distinguishing features from each other. Hotels As with every …

The quaint yet beautiful town of Niseko is well-loved for many reasons including its powdery-white snow during the winter season. But did you know that there is more to this ski resort town come summertime? As soon as the snow melts, Niseko transforms from a snowy playground into a lush green landscape with breathtaking scenery, delicious produce, a string of festivities and plenty of exciting outdoor activities – all waiting to be discovered. While we can only dream of that summer trip while waiting through this pandemic, we have collated seven reasons for you to fall in love more and consider this charming destination on your future summer holiday. Explore a Different Hokkaido As Japan’s largest island, Hokkaido has thriving biodiversity underlined with geothermal activity evident with its natural hot springs and rugged volcanoes. Summer is the best time to visit the prefecture to relish in its natural beauty. The …

Snow-capped mountains and world-famous ski-resorts are a few things that come to mind when talking about Niseko. However, there is much more to this humble Japanese village than meets the eye. Amidst miles of spectacular skiing trails and helicopter tours, there are more than a dozen local onsens that form the Niseko Onsenkyo as listed by the official Niseko Tourism website. Today, we put the spotlight on these winter land wonders to help you relish the best onsen experience in Niseko. So, what is an onsen? Onsens, as they are called in Japan, are naturally occurring volcanic hot springs that have become part of the country’s rich culture. In Niseko, they offer a welcome relief to strained muscles after a long day of hiking or skiing and is something you should definitely not miss during your visit. Not every onsen is the same as the water varies widely in terms …