Japan

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!

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.

Why Now Is The Time To Buy!

Apr 30, 2022

Now is an excellent time to buy resort real estate in Japan with a combination of the weak yen and excellent choices of properties.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

Japan Government Report Land Price Rise in Resort Destinations

Sep 23, 2021

Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) have published their annual Standard Land Price summary.

Some Promising Signs for the Return of International Travel

Aug 26, 2021

While it's not all smooth sailing just yet, this week has seen the announcement of some promising news regarding the resumption of travel to and from Japan.