Niseko

Located approximately 100 kilometers west of Sapporo, Niseko is surrounded by the Yoteizan National Park (elevation 1,898 meters) to the east and the Niseko Annupuri Quasi-National Park (elevation 1,309 meters) to the north. Part of the Niseko-Shakotan-Otaru Coastal Quasi-National Park, this area, as well as the nearby Shikotsu-Toya National Park, has been given special status as an important natural resource. Yoteizan, or Mount Yotei, is similar in appearance to Mount Fuji, and known as the Mount Fuji of Hokkaido, as well as being selected as one of Japan's 100 famous mountains.

Niseko is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors. For aerial adventures, visitors can try their hand at paragliding and hot air ballooning.

For those seeking river adventures, visitors can experience the thrill of white water rafting, canoeing and kayaking or a take in a leisurely afternoon fishing in local mountain streams.

Horse riding, horse trekking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, and cycling are all available for those seeking adventures on land.

Niseko is the place for winter sports, with three separate ski areas-Niseko Annupuri Kokusai, Niseko Higashiyama and Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu. All three resorts are located on the same mountain, and with the optional Niseko Free Passport, visitors have access to all three areas.

With a maximum elevation of 1,309 meters, Niseko Annupuri Kokusai extends down the southern face of the mountain with a gradual layout and wide courses suitable for families and beginners alike.

With a direct view of Yoteizan and surrounded by the great outdoors, Niseko Higashiyama is famous for some of the best powder snow in all of Japan.
A "pow-hound's" dream come true!

A world-class ski resort with a maximum elevation of 1,008 meters, 5 kilometer long runs, and 32 separate courses.