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Niseko – Hokkaido – Japan
The Niseko ski area is located on the South Western side of Japans northern island of Hokkaido; and is one of Asia’s largest ski fields, world famous for the incredible amount, and quality of its powder snow. |
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Niseko United
The ski region commonly know as Niseko is actually made up of 4 resorts all joining at the top of Mt Annapuri and otherwise known as Niseko United. Niseko United includes Hirafu (Niseko Grand Hirafu), Hanazono, Annapuri & Higashiyama. |
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Neighbouring areas
The local town of Kutchan is located 15 minutes drive from the Hirafu village; you will find supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, hospital and clinics, photo processing, banks, post office and shops. |
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Niseko Visitors
The Niseko region is one of Hokkaido’s most internationally recognised resorts with a population of 30,000 this increases dramatically with reported tourist numbers reaching 1.5 million over the year. |
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The Hirafu village
Located at the base of the ski lifts the village is cared for by the friendly locals, most of whom speak a degree of English so communicating is part of the fun and the variety of restaurants give you plenty to choose from. |
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Summer in Niseko
The Alpine summer in Niseko is a sight to see when it transforms from winter wonderland to the rich summery green. With a bourgeoning summer activity schedule there is something for everyone from golf and hiking to white water rafting and mountain bike riding. |
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Distance & Access to Niseko
As with a number of things in Japan the transportation system is extremely efficient. The Island of Hokkaido receives direct international flights into Sapporo from China, Hong Kong, Russia, Korea, and Taiwan.
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Niseko Walking map & aerial views
Experience the Niseko village before you arrive by taking a virtual walk using Niseko maps, utilise the walking map or view the surrounds from above. |
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Niseko United Trail Map
See the addition of a new chairlift on the Hirafu resort nearest to the gondola; ready for this season it establishes another beginner area to practice those turns. |
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