Introducing Habitat Hokkaido
Apr 06, 2022
We sat down with Henry Turner, the co-founder of Habitat Hokkaido, to discuss what first drew him to this amazing part of Japan.
News Archive
Japanese Culture: Hanami
Apr 01, 2022
Hanami is a traditional Japanese custom of enjoying the beauty of flowers, particularly cherry blossoms or sakura, which bloom during the spring season.
Who Can Enter Japan At The Moment?
Mar 10, 2022
As of March 1st 2022, select business travellers, researchers and students are now free to enter Japan, and small steps to open up for tourists are being made.
VIDEO: Visit Hakuba
Mar 07, 2022
Hakuba is a popular year-round resort located north of Tokyo, with some of the best skiing in winter and access to the Japanese Alps in summer.
Updated Border Rules For Japan
Feb 28, 2022
The good news is that Japan is finally starting to open up, but the bad news is the opening is just a crack in the door and not applicable for tourist visas.
VIDEO: Hokkaido Powder, Helicopter Power
Feb 04, 2022
Hokkaido Backcountry Club lead the way when it comes to exploring the beauty and the thrills of the Hokkaido backcountry.
Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics - Japan's Best Medal Chances
Feb 01, 2022
For sports fans, if there's a silver lining to the Tokyo Summer Olympics being postponed, it's that we get a two Olympic Games in less than six months!
Hokkaido Goes Big At The World Ski Awards!
Jan 27, 2022
The 2021 World Ski Awards have been run and won, and the news coming from the ceremony is that Hokkaido based resorts and properties swept all the Japan awards!
Mid-Winter Wrap
Jan 26, 2022
As the Japan winter snow season reaches it's midway point, we wrap up all the news from the best resorts and some of the best available properties too!
Soba In Soga
Jan 17, 2022
Meet Danny Geerken, a visitor who fell in love with the Soga area of Niseko so much that he wants you to come too!
More Culinary Excitement Coming To Niseko
Dec 09, 2021
Setsu Niseko, due to open in summer 2022, will host a range of exciting restaurants and bars and we can't wait to try them out!
Wabi Sabi
Nov 15, 2021
An incredible video of two friends literally building a dream trip around Hokkaido!
Introducing MnK Real Estate
Nov 09, 2021
Eddie Guillemette first came to Niseko as tourist before falling in love with the area and deciding to move here to start a property development business.
Introducing GFIA Travel
Nov 09, 2021
We caught up with GFIA's Lena Leong to discuss their history, the current state of the market, and importantly, what's coming next!
Niseko Village Wins Big In The World Golf Awards
Nov 04, 2021
Congratulations to Niseko Village for picking up two wins in the 2021 World Golf Awards.
Japan To Relax Border Restrictions For Business Travellers
Nov 02, 2021
The Japanese government will shorten the quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated students and business travellers in November 2021.
New Features In Niseko-Hanazono For Winter 2021-22
Oct 24, 2021
After the opening of Park Hyatt Hanazono in early 2020, the resort will be in even better condition when borders re-open to welcome back guests.
Can Foreign Investors Get A Real Estate Loan In Japan?
Oct 23, 2021
Foreign investors are subject to the same taxes as Japanese nationals and have the same rights in terms of ownership of land and property.
First Snow In Niseko For 2021/22
Oct 17, 2021
Niseko enjoyed its first snow for the winter season of 2021-22 today!
Rhythm Rides
Oct 15, 2021
Rhythm Japan have long been the recognised rental experts in Niseko and Hakuba, two of Japan's most famous ski resorts.
Into The Crater
Oct 06, 2021
Riding the slopes of the mythical Mount Yotei is something never to be forgotten, but sliding into a volcanic crater is another level altogether!
Island Snowboards
Oct 05, 2021
Hand-crafted in Niseko by a team of locals, these boards are built by snowboarders for snowboarders.
WanderLuxe Uchi Feature!
Oct 04, 2021
Renowned travel blog WanderLuxe featured a headline interview with Uchi founder Chris Pickering!
Get In The Mood For Winter
Sep 30, 2021
Get in the mood for another epic winter in Hokkaido with this quite brilliant highlight of the 2020/21 season
