13 days in Niseko-cho Itinerary

Ranking as the most popular ski resort in Hokkaido, mountaintop Niseko-cho boasts great slopes and surprisingly vibrant nightlife.

Step out of the city life by going to Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu Ski Place and Kiroro Snow World. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Niseko-cho: Otaru (Otaru Canal, Marchen Intersection, &more), Chitose (Lake Shikotsu & Thermal Spas) and Shakotan-cho (Shimamu Beach, Cape Shakotan, &more). There's much more to do: head outdoors with Niseko Village Ski Resort, fly down the slopes at Niseko Hanazono Resort, explore the striking landscape at Jigokudani, and try out the rides at Rusutsu Resort Amusement Park.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Niseko-cho trip itinerary planning tool.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are New Chitose Airport, Hakodate Airport and Asahikawa Airport. In January, daily temperatures in Niseko-cho can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.