Niseko Ski Resort Guide
Niseko, Japan
Rated: 3/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 4,291ft |
| Resort Height | 984ft |
| Nearest Airport | New Chitose |
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Niseko
The ski area of Niseko comprises the ski slopes of 4 ski areas, including Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Hanazono and Niseko Village/Higashiyama.
Summary
The ski area includes 4 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 20 miles of downhill skiing, with 34 marked pistes, served by a total of 20 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Niseko Annupuri, Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Hanazono and Niseko Village/Higashiyama.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Niseko offers some good boarding and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Niseko?
The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 18 December, with around 5in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Ski Area Stats
Niseko Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 10 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 21 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 20 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 20 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Niseko Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 4,291ft |
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| Lowest Trail | 984ft |
| Resort Altitude (Niseko) | 984ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Location and Map
Where is Niseko?
This ski resort is in Niseko-chō, Abuta-gun, Japan.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Niseko is New Chitose, 127 minutes drive away.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 20 ski lifts are able to uplift 22,300 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 60 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Niseko open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Early May.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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