Rura Guiding: Discover Niseko's Backcountry
Dec 20, 2022
If you are lucky enough to be in Niseko this winter, you absolutely have to check out the products on offer from Rura Guiding.
News Archive
Best Japanese Snow Reports
Dec 05, 2022
Whether you're in resort, wanting to boast to friends or looking on in anticipation of your upcoming trip, we all LOVE to find out how much snow is falling.
Winter 2022/23 Snow Forecast
Nov 29, 2022
There are signs pointing to this winter being another deep one, which is great news for all the visitors who have been kept out for the past couple of years!
World Ski Awards 2022 Winners
Nov 22, 2022
As Japan's borders re-open in time for winter, attention turns again to the world class ski resorts in this amazing country.
Perfect Moment Winter Giveaway
Nov 18, 2022
Enter our winter giveaway now to stand the chance to win his and hers ski suits from the exclusive Perfect Moment!
C9 Hotelworks Release 2022 Niseko Market Review
Oct 31, 2022
C9 Hotelworks produces a regular Niseko market update and they have just released their latest review for October 2022.
Weak Yen & Open Borders!
Oct 21, 2022
As the Japanese yen weakens past 150 to the USD, open borders mean real estate investment has received a double boost!
Featured Property: Niseko-Soga Meadows - SOLD!
Oct 19, 2022
A beautiful land subdivision in the fields around Niseko, perfectly located between Niseko Village and Annupuri resorts.
Global Mortgage Group Reveals Niseko Mortgages for International Investors
Oct 16, 2022
Potential for international investors to take out loans on their Japanese resort property generates excitement!
Hold On To Your Winter Hats, Borders Are Open!
Oct 10, 2022
We must admit that there were times we thought this day might never come, but finally Japan's borders are re-opening for visa-free travel tomorrow.
New Gondola For Niseko Hirafu
Oct 07, 2022
Tokyu Resort, the owners and operators of Niseko-Hirafu ski hill, have confirmed plans to install a brand new 10 seater gondola in time for winter 2024/25.
Niseko Averages Over 20 Billion Yen Per Annum In Real Estate Investment
Oct 05, 2022
A 2.5-year closure to inbound travel hasn’t slowed investment in Niseko’s market– the area has seen over 20 billion yen in real estate purchases each year.
Japan To Reopen To Visa-free Travel From October 11th
Sep 23, 2022
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida has confirmed Japan will re-open to visa-free travel from October 11th 2022.
Niseko Mountain Biking Fundraising Campaign
Sep 17, 2022
The Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association (NAMTBA) has announced a prize raffle and fundraising campaign benefiting the construction of Twin Peaks Bike Park.
Japan set to announce restart of visa-free tourist travel
Sep 15, 2022
There has been more and more press about the soon-to-be-announced relaxations so we do feel more confidence that it will really happen (this time!).
Japan's Tourism Flipflop
Sep 12, 2022
After creating the most complicated system ever for tourism last week, it now seems like Japan will simply re-open borders from October.
Has Japan Messed Up Tourism (Again)?
Sep 06, 2022
From September 7th, tourists can enter on unguided tours - what does that mean and is it as good as it sounds?
Japan's Onsen Obsession
Aug 27, 2022
The modern wellness movement has gripped the world over the past 5-10 years. But, the Japanese... well, they've been doing it for centuries.
Is Japan Open For Tourism?
Aug 23, 2022
What's the latest on Japanese border restrictions and when can tourists expect to enter freely?
Bullet Train Connection to Kutchan
Jul 14, 2022
Fantastic news for trainspotters and powderhounds alike as work continues on the bullet train connection from Tokyo to Sapporo.
The Yen Just Keeps Getting Weaker And Weaker!
Jul 12, 2022
The Japanese yen continues to weaken meaning any investment from overseas just got even cheaper!
Interview: The Team Behind Nozawa Onsen's Kawamotoya Apartment Hotel
Jun 23, 2022
Kawamotoya is officially open and available for purchase. We caught up with key members of the team who brought this new property to life in Nozawa Onsen.
Update On Japanese Border Restrictions
May 30, 2022
Japan confirmed on May 26th that it will resume accepting foreign tourists from 98 countries and regions from June 10th.
Japan To Relax Entry Restrictions From June 1st!
May 21, 2022
It was announced today that Japan will proceed to waive the majority of border restrictions from June 1st.
