Things to consider before renting a property in Niseko, Japan – Tips to prepare you for pre, during and post rental. PRE It is a good idea to set up a Japanese bank account to pay your rent from – although oversees transfers are often suitable, you will have to pay any costs involved. You […]
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Getting to Niseko (Hirafu) from Sapporo is easy! Here are a few options:
Sapporo Chitose Airport to Niseko Bus & Transfer Services: The Bus from Sapporo New Chitose takes around 2.5-3 hours depending on road conditions and where your final destination is. The Hokkaido Resort Liner provides the easiest options for Sapporo to Niseko transport with drop off points in and around Hirafu, Annupuri or Niseko Village. From the […]
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Top 10 Reasons to Stay in Annupuri
TOP 10 REASONS TO STAY IN ANNUPURI Compared to other resorts the lift lines In Annupuri are very short. There is a single Gondola that takes you one short lift from the top of the mountain. Annupuri has the best access to the amazing back-bowels and sidecountry. The runs lower down the mountain are very […]
Read moreTop 5 Japanese Beers
After a long day on the slopes, there’s nothing better than a cold, refreshing beer or two. Japanese breweries have perfected the art of creating lager. In my honest opinion, they’re way ahead of Europe. Of course, most Japanese beers are based on European recipes, but they’ve taken them and refined them to a point. […]
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Did You Snow? Fun Facts About Snow in Niseko
There’s a reason Niseko has such an amazing reputation in the global skiing and snowboarding community. As well as the breathtaking mountainous landscape, the reason is simple: snow, snow and more snow! As we enter the ski season, we wanted to bring you some frosty facts about our favourite ski destination’s climate: Niseko gets an […]
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Essential guide to ski-lift passes
Essential guide to ski-lift passes They are your ticket to adventure: ski-lift passes get you onto the slopes quicker and more easily, with no need to worry about queueing and buying tickets on the day. While Niseko lift-passes are available, you might also want to consider an integrated ski pass – passes which allow you […]
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The Haunted Japanese Doll – A Hokkaido Ghost Story
Now that it is October, at NisekoAccomodation.com we are gearing up for Halloween. And what better way to get in a spooky mood than with a classic ghost story? Japan is not short of ghost stories and we’re certain that this one, native to our island of Hokkaido, won’t fail to send a shiver down […]
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First time skier? Don’t let that stop you hitting the slopes this winter!
If you are a snow sports novice a ski holiday is the best opportunity to get lessons and some sustained practice in. You’ll be a pro on the snow before you know it! To help, we’ve put together some tips for planning the best beginner skiing trip: Rent equipment. Buying ski equipment can be […]
Read moreThe Best Travel SIM Cards and Where to Buy Them
While public Wi-Fi is serviceable in Japan, constant access to mobile networks can make your travel experience more enjoyable. That could mean finding the best places to eat in an instant, calling your accommodation for directions or even just posting that perfect snap to social media to make all your friends jealous. We have compiled […]
Read moreFinding Free Wi-Fi in Japan
Japan has a variety of choices when it comes to accessing free Wi-Fi, though many of them can be hard to find if you don’t know what to look for. Luckily, we have compiled all the best ways to find these access points, as well as some pointers to make sure you don’t have to […]
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