Niseko Resorts Break 11 Million Visits in 2024–25 Season
May 07, 2025
Niseko ski resorts hit 11.3M lift rides in 2024–25, driven by international visitors and major upgrades like new gondolas and hotels.
Resort News
La Plume Niseko Resort Developer Files for Bankruptcy Amid Construction Halt
Apr 21, 2025
Developer of La Plume Niseko Resort files for bankruptcy; construction halted on 219-room luxury project in Hokkaido's premier ski destination.
Myoko's $1.4bn Ski Boom: Growth, Jobs & Rising Questions
Mar 31, 2025
Foreign investment is transforming Myoko into a global ski hub—boosting jobs and tourism, but locals worry about housing costs and seasonal risks.
Virtual Tours: Explore Japan’s Luxury Properties from Home
Mar 07, 2025
Explore luxurious chalets in Niseko, serene retreats in Nozawa Onsen, and alpine homes in Hakuba from the comfort of your home with easy-to-use virtual tours.
Westin to Bring Luxury to Furano with New Hotel in 2026
Mar 05, 2025
Furano, one of Hokkaido’s premier year-round resort destinations, is set to welcome a new luxury hotel as Westin Hotels & Resorts plans to break ground in 2026
Why Spring is the Secret Season for Japan's Ski Resorts
Feb 28, 2025
Spring in Niseko, Hakuba, and other ski destinations has transformed into a hidden gem that more and more travelers discover each year.
Foreign Visitors To Japan Soar, Beating Records
Feb 21, 2025
The Japan National Tourism Organization reported a total of 3.78 million travelers, marking an unprecedented influx of tourists.
Larger Developments Expected to Propel Hakuba to a New Highs
Feb 16, 2025
Hakuba’s real estate market is evolving fast with new luxury chalets, condos, and major developments shaping its future as a premier alpine destination.
How Japanese Ski Resorts are Adapting to Climate Change
Feb 01, 2025
Unfold how Japanese ski resorts adapt to climate change with innovative snowmaking technology, sustainable practices, and year-round activities.
Record-Breaking 2024/25 Snow Conditions at Japan’s ski resorts
Jan 05, 2025
Discover updated snow conditions from six world-class ski resorts around Japan: Niseko, Rusutsu, Furano, Hakuba, Nozawa Onsen, and Geto Kogen.
Niseko’s Boom: 22 New Developments In Pipeline
Dec 10, 2024
New Developments Underway in Niseko, Potentially Adding Over 2,200 Keys and Units by 2029
Key Insights from the 2024 C9 Hotelworks Niseko Market Report
Dec 03, 2024
Discover insights from C9 Hotelworks' 2024 Niseko Market Report: tourism recovery, real estate trends, $2.3B market value, and an extra 2,284 units by 2029.
Tokyo Developer Acquires Land Near Furano’s Kitanomine Ski Slopes
Nov 29, 2024
Tokyo's Meiwa Jisho buys land near Furano's Kitanomine ski slopes for a hotel project as property values surge in this rising year-round tourist hub.
Congratulations to the 2024 World Ski Award winners!
Nov 11, 2024
The winners of the 2024 World Ski Awards have been revealed - check out Japan's winners!
Mitsubishi Estate and Shimizu Corporation Acquire Hakuba Site for 1.5 Billion JPY
Oct 23, 2024
Mitsubishi Estate and Shimizu Corporation purchased a 19,000 sqm site near the Hakuba Iwatake Mountain Resort ski fields for ¥1.5 billion (USD 10 million).
Niseko Winter 2024-25 Latest News
Oct 17, 2024
The latest news for Niseko for winter 2024-25 courtesy of the team at Niseko Tourism
Unveiling Lonely Planet's Top Ski Resorts
Oct 09, 2024
The world-famous travel guidebook Lonely Planet has picked their best ski resorts in the world, including two resorts in Asia.
IKON & EPIC Passes In Japan
Oct 01, 2024
The IKON and EPIC Passes are season ski passes that offers access to various ski resorts around the world, including in Japan.
New Hotel At Rusutsu Resort Summit
Sep 26, 2024
New Luxury Accommodation Set to Open at the Summit of Rusutsu Resort
New Niseko-Hirafu Gondola For Winter 2024
Aug 26, 2024
Niseko United's Ongoing Commitment to Infrastructure Upgrades: The New Ace Gondola in Niseko-Hirafu
Japanese Home Design Trends To Watch In 2024
Aug 11, 2024
Discover Japandi design trends for Japanese homes in 2024. Explore the perfect blend of Japanese and Scandinavian styles for modern, minimalist interiors.
Fosun Sells Japanese Ski Resort
Jul 03, 2024
Chinese conglomerate Fosun International has announced plans to sell Hoshino Resorts Tomamu, a ski resort located in Japan, for over $250m USD
Moxy Hotel Elevates Niseko's Luxe
May 09, 2024
New Moxy Hotel set to open in Niseko Village, offering chic, tech-savvy accommodations aimed at millennials. Discover ski-in/ski-out luxury!
Emerging Property Trends in Niseko, Japan: Insights for Investors
Mar 13, 2024
A great insight into emerging property trends in Niseko, Japan, from the team at Nikota Realty
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