In the summer you’ll find a more laid-back atmosphere, fewer crowds, and a wealth of outdoor activities, including mountain biking, river rafting, hiking and more. And Niseko is big on culture ...

Elite Havens encourages avid snow-bunnies to book those trips as early as now in order to secure their preferred Niseko ...

KUTCHAN, Hokkaido--An internationally renowned ski resort area in the Niseko region in southwest Hokkaido is often said to be part of Japan, but not in the same "vein." The area has been developed ...

Cold winds from Siberia pick up moisture in the Sea of Japan, before colliding with the cold mountains of Hokkaido, leading to generous dumpings of the white stuff. It's so distinctive it even has a ...

For skiers and snowboarders, there are few places as famous as the Japanese ski resort of Niseko. Once a winter ... "I'm very disappointed." Japan's unique geographic location, especially the ...

NISEKO, Hokkaido—The famed powder skiing destination ... living in most areas is the same year-round as anywhere else in Japan's countryside. Even so, financial losses have already dogged ...

A record influx of overseas visitors has descended on the famed Niseko ski resort on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, driving food and other costs to exorbitant heights, to the concern of ...

The hotel is a ski-in/ski-out property within the Niseko United ski area, views of mounts Yotei and Niseko Annupuri.

Tucked away in the mountain range of the Saga Prefecture, on the western island of Kyushu, Ureshino is home to some of Japan’s most ... from Ureshino in the west to Niseko on the northern ...

The influx of international tourists in the Japanese ski resort of Niseko has led to a housing crisis, infuriating many locals. Photo shows New Year's Weather: Dark grey storm clouds over a ...

to bring you the best places to visit in Japan. Have a favorite? Vote below to help decide next year's ranking. SUMMARY Belongs on List? Yes No The country's tallest mountain and one of its most ...