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Exciting Ski Resorts in Japan:Powder SnowOffering excellent powder snow coverage.
Niseko Grand HIRAFU
Niseko Grand Hirafu is an internationally renowned ski resort where visitors come from around the world. Skiers enjoy easy access from here to other ski resorts and many stay for extended periods.
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Kutchan, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido |
10 mins by car from Kutchan Station (130 mins from Sapporo by Hakodate Line from Sapporo) |
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Niseko Higashiyama
Niseko Higashiyama is one of several resorts on Mt. Niseko Annupuri and is located next to Grand Hirafu. Visitors ski down well-groomed slopes covered with thick powder snow.
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Higashiyama Onsen, Niseko-machi, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido |
10 mins by car from Niseko Station (150 mins from Sapporo by Hakodate Line) |
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Niseko Annupuri Kokusai (LP)
Niseko Annupuri Kokusai is recommended for families or those who like some scenery with their skiing. The slopes are designed with fun in mind.
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Niseko-machi, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido |
10 mins by car from Niseko Station (150 mins from Sapporo by Hakodate Line) |
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Sapporo Kokusai Skiing Resort
These ski areas are easily reached from both Sapporo and Otaru by car. The runs are oriented mainly for beginners and intermediate levels and have high-quality powder snow.
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Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido |
90 mins from Sapporo Station by bus |
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Sapporo Teine Resort
This ski resort is conveniently located within the city of Sapporo. The variety of runs includes mogul and cross-country courses.
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Teinehonmachi, Teine-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido |
15 mins by car from Teine Station (10 mins from Sapporo by Airport Express) |
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Kiroro Snow world
Kiroro Snow World receives an abundance of snow. As the depth exceeds 4 meters during peak season, visitors can enjoy the powder for longer periods than at other resorts.
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Akaigawamura, Yoichi-gun, Hokkaido |
30 mins by car from Otaru Station (35 mins from Sapporo by Airport Express) |
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RUSUTSU RESORT
Rusutsu was voted "BEST SMALL RESORT" in The Great Skiing & Snowboarding Guide 2008 Awards. Rusutsu Resort is a huge place, so you'll need plenty of time to enjoy everything that's on offer here. Encompassing three mountains, it is unrivalled as Hokkaido's biggest ski resort.
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Izumikawa, Rusutsumura, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido |
45 mins by car from Kutchan Station (110 mins from Sapporo by Airport Express and Hakodate Line) |
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Alpha Resort Tomamu
Alpha Resort Tomamu is famous for having Japan's best-quality snow. Located in the center of Hokkaido, where temperatures are coldest, the snow here doesn't melt, even during the daytime.
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Shimotomamu, Shimukappumura, Yufutu-gun, Hokkaido |
5 mins by car from Tomamu Station (82 mins from Sapporo by Sekisyo Line Express) |
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SAHORO RESORT
Typical for resorts in Hokkaido, the Sahoro Resort has high-quality snow. Since it gets plenty of fine weather throughout the season, visitors are rarely disappointed by the weather conditions.
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Karikachi Kogen, Shintokucyo, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido |
15 mins by car from Shintoku Station (130 mins from Sapporo by JR Express) |
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- Before going to ski resorts, make sure you check the snow forecast!
- Our "traveling time by car" is based on a taxi ride. Please check the information for each ski resort, if traveling by bus or public transport.
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and might be subject to any change without prior notice.
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