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.

Take a break from the city and head to Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu Ski Place and Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area. Venture out of the city with trips to Chitose (Lake Shikotsu & Thermal Spas), Otaru (Otaru Canal, Marchen Intersection, & more) and Shakotan-cho (Shimamu Beach, Cape Shakotan, & more). On the 11th (Fri), spend an exhilarating day on the slopes at Kiroro Snow World. There's much more to do: fly down the slopes at Niseko Village Ski Resort, tour the pleasant surroundings at Hanazono Niseko Resort, meet the residents at Noboribetsu Marine Park Nixe, and don't miss a visit to Noboribetsu Date Historic Village.

For ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Niseko-cho trip itinerary site .

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major airports are New Chitose Airport, Hakodate Airport and Asahikawa Airport. In January, daytime highs in Niseko-cho are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.