For the uninitiated, the World Ski Awards is a highly anticipated celebration of global excellence of ski tourism—from resorts and hotels to chalets and boutiques. Now in its 13th year, this world renowned competition invites travellers and industry professionals to vote for their personal champions of snow-country hospitality across the globe.
It’s down to the wire and now you have just a few days left to make your voice heard by voting on which Japanese ski properties deserve to win this year. Check out the following nominated Japanese resorts and cast your vote on or before October 10, 2025.
Japan’s Best Ski Resort 2025
This category honours ski destinations’ overall performance from diverse terrain, advanced infrastructure, and guest appeal. The following Japanese ski resort nominees are:
Japan’s Best Ski Hotel 2025
The best ski hotel category recognises full-service hotels that are designed to serve travellers and skiers in comfort and style. The following Japanese hotel nominees are:
- Akakura Kanko Hotel
- ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Appi Kogen
- ANA InterContinental Appi Kogen Resort
- Chatrium Niseko
- Hilton Niseko Village
- Karuizawa Prince Hotel East
- LOTTE Arai Resort
- MUWA Niseko
- Naeba Prince Hotel
- Nozo Hotel
- Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
- Setsu Niseko
- Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel
- Shin Furano Prince Hotel
- Sierra Resort Hakuba
- Skye Niseko
- The Vale Rusutsu
- The Westin Rusutsu Resort
Japan’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel 2025
Japan’s best ski boutique hotel category celebrates smaller, personalised hotels with world-class service for travellers and skiers alike. Here are the nominations:
Japan’s Best Ski Chalet 2025
This category boasts renowned ski-in ski-out properties with personal touches of alpine experience. Discover the following nominees below:
Don’t miss your chance to vote for your favourite Japanese ski chalet, resort, hotel, or boutique hotel in this year’s World Ski Awards. Winners will be announced on November 10, 2025. Cast your vote today.
