Niseko
Hokkaido
Niseko United brings four ski areas together on the slopes of Niseko Annupuri in Hokkaido. Hanazono, Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village and Annupuri International share the 1,308-metre mountain, with one All Mountain pass providing access across the collection. Snow-bearing winds from the Eurasian continent gather moisture over the Sea of Japan, helping create the powder conditions for which the area is known. Each resort has a different emphasis. Grand Hirafu has the largest ski area and a substantial base village of accommodation, shops and restaurants. Hanazono combines beginner learning areas with terrain parks and tree runs, while Niseko Village offers long trails through natural forest. The variety allows skiers and snowboarders to explore several settings within the same mountain holiday.