Japan

From the best ski resorts to what to wear, how to ‘onsen’, best coffees, insider guides and more. If you’re skiing in Japan we’ve got you covered.

Wasabi powder puffs, when snow girls hit Japan

Fancy An all girl snow adventure in the hills of JapaN? Your wish is our command. There's only one thing better than skiing or riding...

Insider’s travel and ski guide to Myoko Kogen, Japan

The Johnson family have recently taken over the Refre Hotel in Myoko, Kogen. They've filled us in on all things Myoko-related, so that you...

World’s largest street snowboarding event in Tokyo

Burton is officially kicking off the new season in Tokyo, Japan on November 14th by hosting the world’s largest street snowboarding contest—the 5th annual...

15 culture shocks that zapped me on my first ski trip...

Japan’s ski and snowboard scene launches cultural double-whammies at you at every turn. From hot coffee in a can to slope side vending machines. By...

5 killer package deals to ski and board in Japan this...

It's starting to feel a lot like pre northern ski season as we count the days down until the lifts start turning in Japan....

Nozawa, the prettiest ski village in all the ancient lands of...

Contributor, Alex Parsons, reveals her snowmance with Nozawa Onsen, her Shinto home. I first visited Nozawa Onsen in Japan in February 2013 with my father...

Niseko cements itself on the luxury circuit with this hotel opening

If it wasn't for the iconic Mt Yotei, those who skied Niseko in the 80s and 90s would be forgiven for not recognising the...

Hakuba Valley Japan partners with the Epic Pass

Vail Resorts today announced a long-term alliance with one of Japan’s largest and most renowned mountain regions —Hakuba Valley, located in the northern part...

The chic new apartment hotel for skiers opening in Furano, Japan

Furano sits in the belly button of Japan's northern island of Hokkaido and is the hidden gem that your Japanese powder dreams are made...

10 tips for Tokyo family travel with your snow grommets

Travelling to Japan with kids? Don't miss a stopover in Tokyo. This thriving international city is a kids dream with so much to see and...

You can rent this entire ski resort in Japan for you...

We need to talk about Togari Onsen Resort. Seriously, we do. This little cousin to Nozawa Onsen and Madarao Kogen can be seen from the...

Tenjindaira: Japan’s “sky god treasure room” for big mountain skiers

I first heard mention of Tenjindaira from an Aussie friend living in Niseko. It was just a quick aside but something in the way he...

An ode to Japan’s mega December snowfall to make you salivate

Japan must have been doing something right recently because they sure as hell have been rewarded with record snowfalls of metres, yes multiple metres,...

Why you need to ski Madarao in Japan before everyone else

Let's face it, it's hard to find a ski resort in Japan not filled with Australians. Most times you have to travel further afield...

8 reasons it’s people, not powder, that makes skiing in Japan...

Every season tens of thousands of skiers and boarders flock to Japan in search of Japan's famous light dry blower powder. But ask anyone who...

Greg Thiele’s Insider’s Guide to skiing at Hakuba Japan

Greg Thiele is a true Hakuba local. He runs Powder Peak Hakuba lodge and now lives year-round in the Hakuba valley on Japan's main island...
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