Top 5 Ski Resorts in Japan

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Didi & Bryan Travels

Didi & Bryan Travels

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@snezanagavrilovic5908
@snezanagavrilovic5908 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the wonderful video. Greetings from Serbia🌍 We also like the ski resort Zao❄
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Hello to you!!
@powderskier5547
@powderskier5547 Жыл бұрын
Japan is blessed with snow and resorts
@ScottyInVancouver
@ScottyInVancouver 8 ай бұрын
Oh yes hakuba was fantastic! Free 5 days with epic pass was awesome
@narrowistheway77
@narrowistheway77 4 ай бұрын
Epic and Ikon are all you really need to take a visit to Japan and have plenty of fun before heading home 😁
@the_unorganisedtasker
@the_unorganisedtasker 2 жыл бұрын
Considering a winter trip to Japan now that restrictions might ease. This video was a great introduction and guidance for what we are looking for. Thank you!
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome and hope you get to enjoy Japan's awesome resorts!
@thekittehman
@thekittehman 2 жыл бұрын
Me too; I have a dream to snowboard different parts of the world. Hopefully we can go one day.
@jaska145
@jaska145 2 жыл бұрын
I have skied all these resorts plus about 15 more Japanese resorts during the 8 years I lived there. I agree Hakuba, Nozawa and Niseko. However, Kagura is way too shallow. I could not find any steep places (slope or off-pistes). I prefer Naeba that has a lot better off pistes. Nozawa has excellent steep off pistes. Niseko, of course has great snow and if you hike a bit you will find super good offpistes. And then there is Youtei. Rusutsu is like kagura. Too shallow. Another good place are Furano in Hokkaido and Hakkoda in Aomori. I also had an excellent day at Hachi Kita Koen in Hyogo after 70 cm powder. I also climbed on the top of Mt Fuji. Good skiing, although not steep at all. Another good trip was in Kita Alps Japan Haute route. In 2005 when I moved to Japan, all resorts were not that crowded. Hardly any foregners. In 2014 when I moved away most famous places were crowded.
@gg12123
@gg12123 Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you know what your talking about. I go to japan next feb, i want to experience nice offpist action in powder, but i think niseko is not for me, since i like it steep and not too crowded. You said hakuba and nozawa is good too, can you give me any tips where exactly to go in hakuba? And nozawa is there anymore then just that one resort mentioned in the video? I would really appreciate any advise because i find it a bit confusing where to actually have a nice experience, i am from Austria/europe so i'm used to steep powder mountains and i dont want to end up being dissapointed spending lots of money when its actually not that good. At first i thought hokkaido is the way to go when looking for powder but im not sure anymore.
@jermstan
@jermstan Жыл бұрын
Going to Japan in 3 weeks. Would agree with your comments. Haven’t skied in Furano, Hakkoda and the smaller resorts. Thanks
@jawwadrashid5390
@jawwadrashid5390 Жыл бұрын
Is late April / early May too late to go skiing in Niseko??
@zbenne05
@zbenne05 7 ай бұрын
Have you visited Mount zao before? If so how would you compare it to these?
@davidcoldstar6333
@davidcoldstar6333 Жыл бұрын
Among hundreds of ski resorts in Japan, my recommendations are, Hokkaido: Niseko, Rusutsu, Furano, Kamui, Tomamu, Kiroro, Teine. Furano is the venue of FIS World Cup and Teine is of the Olympics in 1972. Kamui is great and loved the local Japanese. Northeast Region (Tohoku) : Appi, Zao, Hakkoda, Bandai & Nekoma, Geto, Shizukuishi. Appi is also known for FIS World Cup and Bandai & Nekoma is quite popular among the snowboarders from Europe. If you wanna see famous Snow Monsters, then Zao or Hakkoda is the must. Central Mountainous Area (Chubu Sangaku) : Hakuba, Shiga Kogen, Nozawa, Arai & Myoko, Kagura, Naeba, Joetsu International, Maiko, Manza. Hakuba Happo and Shiga Kogen Yakebitai is the venues of the Olympics in 1998. Naeba is the most popular resorts among Japanese during the babble economy go-go days. At some courses in Shiga Kogen, you can ski until June! If you want to enjoy onsen as well, Zao, Manza, and Nozawa would be the best choice.
@TheSlipperySlope
@TheSlipperySlope Жыл бұрын
Nice list. Thanks :)
@dl3988
@dl3988 Жыл бұрын
Shh...what are you doing, trying to create massive lift lines and drive up lift pass prices? Everyone, ignore Mr. Coldstar and just keep going to the five resorts mentioned in the video. Everywhere else in Japan stinks - absolute trash and not worth your time/money. In fact, only those five resorts actually have real snow; every other resort just uses CGI to make it look like they have snow. Stay away.
@Noodleday
@Noodleday Жыл бұрын
Any good ones near Osaka or Kyoto?
@IAmMe93-27
@IAmMe93-27 10 ай бұрын
How is kiroro? I’m thinking of going there in feb
@TakiTky
@TakiTky Жыл бұрын
Visited dozens of snow resorts in Japan, and can tell the TOP is decent (only have not been in Rusutsu but now it is on my list-to-go). Zao onsen ski resort is higher in my list than Kagura, because of the tremendous snow monster trees and Yamagata mountain landscapes. The onsen village is also one of the best in Japan. Myoko area (Niigata) is also highly recommended for deep and heavy powder snow (one of the snowiest places in Japan). Akakan and Arai Lotte resorts are remarkable.
@LeanneKelly-p5v
@LeanneKelly-p5v Жыл бұрын
Great video and list. Thank you! We were torn between Nozawa and Zao for our family. We decided on Zao because it's a bit quieter mid-week and there's less Aussies (like us)! I sure hope the weather plays nice!
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Hope so too!
@georgeshi9258
@georgeshi9258 2 жыл бұрын
Helllo SIs Didi and Bryan, new subscriber's greeting from Melbourne!! Thanks for sharing and look forward to watching your video in NZ!
@TokyoSilver
@TokyoSilver Жыл бұрын
Great video! 意義深い動画ありがとう 楽しみました /// all my respect and best wishes! 参考になりました Love & Create!  Zaou蔵王温泉も最高!
@hardlinemedia
@hardlinemedia Жыл бұрын
Hiking the peak in Niseko and hitting the East or Nth face is my No 1.
@M1ASMM2
@M1ASMM2 2 жыл бұрын
I have been to Japan in winter and it was the best experience I’ve ever had he saw snow monkeys went skiing and was with our cousins I was so so happy they’re definitely recommend 🌸
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you had a great time! Snow monkeys are awesome too!
@peterheath7960
@peterheath7960 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your content, Peter from Australia.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
You're welcome Peter!
@moecycling
@moecycling 2 жыл бұрын
Clicked on a random recommended video and who do I see but Rick! 😂 Very nice video guys, y'all captured an epic snow season.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@Multi2794
@Multi2794 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video ! Very informative 😊
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@SkiMachineAlpineEngineering
@SkiMachineAlpineEngineering 6 ай бұрын
Great info, bucket list destination for sure!
@yodrewtube
@yodrewtube 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I just realised this would’ve been a very expensive video to make! Thanks for sharing :)
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Not expensive if you enjoy skiing or snowboarding! Haha
@peteuthai
@peteuthai 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video, we are planning to visit by 2024.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Hope y'all can make it!
@loadeddiperz
@loadeddiperz Жыл бұрын
My favorite in Nozawa, Zao, and Niseko!
@TheSlipperySlope
@TheSlipperySlope Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video :). Concise and straight to the point, packed with helpful infos.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
You're welcome 😁
@SportNut1
@SportNut1 4 ай бұрын
Can you do a guide on the side country or back country access from the resorts?
@真季野口
@真季野口 Жыл бұрын
Mt.Zao ski resort kown as sow monsters and natural hotspring in Yamagata prefecture is also very good.Ther Yamagata beef,ramen,Imoni potato soup tastes really good.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Definitely on our want to go list!
@真季野口
@真季野口 Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@ap5672
@ap5672 Жыл бұрын
6:51 correction there is a satsudora (sapporo drug store) in rusutsu which, while less than a supermarket, is more than a convenience store. It is in front of the hokuren fuel station.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Thank you for pointing this out! We actually went to satsudora and found the selection wasn't that great and opted for one of the few local restaurants and Hirafu for groceries for more of a selection on the other days.
@georgehuang5401
@georgehuang5401 Жыл бұрын
When you go to Japan for snow for the first time, go through the effort to bring your gear and ferry all the way to Hokkaido and go "nah i'm too tired and poor to check out Niseko or Rusutsu" and this comes up in your recommendations. I did get to Kagura and Hakuba though.
@benzspencerhoky7664
@benzspencerhoky7664 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you it helps me to choose it.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@bba935
@bba935 Жыл бұрын
Nice list! Totally agree about Kagura and Rusutsu. I've skied Kagura I don't know how many times and have been to Rusutsu twice. Niseko is cool, but I liked Rusutsu way better.
@Oceanlover99
@Oceanlover99 6 ай бұрын
Trying to decide on options for our first family ski holiday in Japan in Jan, quite torn on options, Rusutsu does look pretty cool
@changhwanlee5838
@changhwanlee5838 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for good information. I hope to visit Japan for ski someday.
@s30247e
@s30247e Жыл бұрын
I totally agree with your rating. I used to go to Rusutsu and Niseko every winter when I was in elementary, junior high and high school. And my conclusion is Rusutsu is the best.
@msoynri
@msoynri Жыл бұрын
I did 7 seasons in Niseko. This year swapped for Rusutsu season pass and I was blown. Even 2 days after powder you can still get amazing freshies. Great carving runs as well and this Xmas at peak, there was either no or tiny amount of wait at lifts. Niseko gets more snowfall but gets tracked out quick. At Xmas I normally give up and avoid. Downside the Rusutsu day tickets are this year expensive but there is a well priced 30h pass! I have a KWP season pass that allows access to Rusutsu, Teinei, Sohoro and Nakayama Toge resorts in Hokkaido
@hardlinemedia
@hardlinemedia Жыл бұрын
That's Awesome. I did 6 seasons in Niseko. Loved it.
@jjaafar
@jjaafar Жыл бұрын
bucket list!!!!!!
@roberttreborable
@roberttreborable 2 жыл бұрын
Just looking forward to Japan opening to tourist again and another season in Niseko, so pleased to have skied there. anyone still thinking about it, do it the pluses far outweigh the minus's.
@japanvintagecamera8869
@japanvintagecamera8869 Жыл бұрын
Having skied a number of resorts in Japan, my favorite so far is Kiroro in Hokkaido. It's close to Otaru and Sapporo, and a fairly direct drive from Chitose Airport. I like Kiroro because it is not crowded, has a variety of slopes from snow bunny to black, and has some of the best powder you'll find anywhere in the world. Hotel options are limited right now to Club Med (no young children allowed) and Yu Kiroro. There isn't much night life around, but the hotels have good lounges and restaurants, and if you prioritize skiing and great snow over the pubs in town, Kiroro is a great place.
@utubefishin
@utubefishin 2 жыл бұрын
This video is what I needed Thanks!
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@krasimirkolev9625
@krasimirkolev9625 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for putting a time to create it, really appreciate the effort . Which one would you recommend for best backcountry experience?!
@tommy_walker
@tommy_walker Жыл бұрын
i work as an instructor in hirafu and the gates it has are really great. if you travel in january or february they should almost all be open. make sure you have all your avvy gear and stay safe!
@smartcar8
@smartcar8 6 ай бұрын
Super helpful list!
@ryukiii4228
@ryukiii4228 Жыл бұрын
I plan on going to Japan in the winter so this definitely helps since I plan to go snowboarding. Hopefully rentals are available and aren't too expensive
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Rentals should definitely be available and are not too expensive in my experience. Definitely cheaper than the US for example
@ryukiii4228
@ryukiii4228 Жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Okay Thanks for the info!
@justinkayce9811
@justinkayce9811 Жыл бұрын
This list is on point! Kagura is nice especially when Tashiro is open.
@dskadd32
@dskadd32 2 жыл бұрын
A couple of years ago there was a free shuttle from Sapporo to Rusutsu. It's a quirky resort. Thank you
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Good to know! Even if that no longer exists, there still is a bus that goes to the resort.
@dskadd32
@dskadd32 2 жыл бұрын
There was also a local bus from Rusutsu to Lake Toya
@cryptik_official
@cryptik_official Жыл бұрын
thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
You're very very welcome!!
@em4979
@em4979 Жыл бұрын
Hey, I’m looking for a mountain for advanced skiing, I’m also looking for mogul runs.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
I would recommend the Niseko resorts and Happo-one in Hakuba, which have quite a variety of advanced runs.
@tnkl9230
@tnkl9230 Жыл бұрын
Niseko has gotten way more crowded each year but this was pre-Covid. I don't know about now. That crowd puts me off, eating places are all booked out and so was accommodations.
@tommy_walker
@tommy_walker Жыл бұрын
the crowds are a little bit better this year. especially considering the snow this year is about 15% better than average. as a ski instructor we have priority lines which obviously makes it a lot easier when working
@tnkl9230
@tnkl9230 Жыл бұрын
@@tommy_walker China has just allow its citizen to travel this year.
@Rainzo78
@Rainzo78 Жыл бұрын
Hi Bryan, could you please recommend which one is the most value for budget option among those 5? How much should I expect to pay If I want to rent the snowboard as well? Great video btw, many Thanks!
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Best budget option would be kagura. The reason for this is because of the cost of getting there will be among the cheapest and also will have lots of affordable accommodation options nearby. Renting is reasonably cheap usually for a few thousand yen per day.
@CharlesGreiner-b6n
@CharlesGreiner-b6n Жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on Iwanai Resort in Hokkaido? I know it's smaller, but the skiiers who like it seem to love it. Cat skiing!
@MarcDeLeonibus
@MarcDeLeonibus 2 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic video!
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marc!
@reirei7246
@reirei7246 Ай бұрын
Hello. I'm travelling to Hokkaido this mid December. Where do u recommend me to start ski learning?
@didibryan
@didibryan Ай бұрын
Most resorts have instructors and ski schools so would suggest looking into one of those
@elated_h
@elated_h Жыл бұрын
Awesome video!! I'm wanting to go on a trip soon, what months is best for the winter season?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Dec - Feb!
@kiIIingxspree
@kiIIingxspree 2 жыл бұрын
I love Niseko do much ;( miss it so much
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
We do too! We miss it already and can't wait for next season...
@roberttreborable
@roberttreborable 2 жыл бұрын
Me too hope Japan opens for tourism soon.
@athinajanelleuy1005
@athinajanelleuy1005 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Your video made me want to do more snowboarding. (We just did last weekend!) My partner and I will be going to Japan on December. We are snowboarders that can do s turns on wide green runs. We have 20 days to explore the golden triangle and add in 4 days to snowboard. Our australian tour guide told us to try Madarao, but what is your take on this? I was shocked it wasnt even recommended in your list so I want to know where should we actually go. Would appreciate your input! ❤
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Madarao is not bad. It's actually quite close to Nozawa Onsen, but I believe a bit smaller, but might be a bit more beginner friendly as well. The resort and town area is also smaller so there may be less things to do at night.
@Daniel_BDB
@Daniel_BDB 23 күн бұрын
1:40 some of the best food you can eat in japan.
@maxwellcandidekingston8815
@maxwellcandidekingston8815 2 жыл бұрын
Is lotte arai resort any good it’s super well priced compared to others is there something I don’t know about?
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
I'm actually not sure. I've never actually heard of that resort as it's not as big or well known compared to the resorts listed in the video.
@dennisdelosreyes120
@dennisdelosreyes120 Жыл бұрын
Hi great infos. I just want to know if we can go there without skiing? Just want to experience the snow with the kids. We are planning to go there at around april 2023.
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Of course!
@rachyy6919
@rachyy6919 9 ай бұрын
hi! my 1st time in Japan this coming Feb. And going in from Chitose airport.. Which ski resort can u recommend for me the nearest to chitose?
@didibryan
@didibryan 9 ай бұрын
There's a couple small resorts in Sapporo and Chitose, but I would still recommend going out to the bigger resorts like Niseko or Rusutsu, which are a bit further away, but totally worth it.
@iwanairesort3353
@iwanairesort3353 Жыл бұрын
Iwanai till I die !!
@ternaciousScott
@ternaciousScott 2 жыл бұрын
Would you mind if you can suggest a place for total beginner? We are considering between Nozawa and Naeba. BTW, we are planning to attend ski lessons. Thanks a lot!
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Both will be good for beginners! Nozawa has a really good area for beginners that's halfway up the mountain with long wide and relatively flat runs while Naeba's beginner areas are near the base of the mountain and the hotel. If you prefer just walking out of the hotel and being at the lifts go Naeba, but if you want more of a town to explore with shops and restaurants, go Nozawa.
@ternaciousScott
@ternaciousScott 2 жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Thank you for the reply! I would prefer Naeba cause the convenience of ski in/out. Thanks again!
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Hope you have fun!
@Naohy
@Naohy 8 ай бұрын
my favorite resort is kagura by far
@bennykoh
@bennykoh 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, i have booked a hotel in Nozawa onsen in 2nd week of December 2022 for 5 days 4 nights. Do you know when the snow season will start there? I am worried that i cannot get to ski when i reach there?
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
I think the season starts end of November so it should be open. We went in the end of December and there was plenty of snow so the 2nd week or December is probably fine too although the later the better.
@bennykoh
@bennykoh 2 жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Thank you for the reply Didi and Bryan. Looking forward to the trip and hopefully i see you there too! I will be there from 12th to 17th December.😊
@jdtravelninja
@jdtravelninja Жыл бұрын
have you been to shiga kogen? if yes' thoughts?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
We have! You can check our video of Shiga Kogen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raGwpHyojdWCja8
@shin-sg7vn
@shin-sg7vn Жыл бұрын
May I ask - which resort has a bettere choice of affordable ski instructors? We're a group of friends planning to stay 3 nights so we'd be interested in looking at other activities as well, ie. eateries, onsens, bars and drinks. We also sensed that less-crowded and "powdery" snow attracts more experienced skiers, so less ski instructors are in the area? Nevertheless, a great informative video!
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Sorry can't speak where affordable instructors are. For things to do, Nozawa or Niseko (Hirafu) would be best.
@ruslanh2512
@ruslanh2512 Жыл бұрын
Hi, Im planning to travel with childrens, any recommned which the top resorts that kid friendly. thank you before, Cheers
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Are you planning for your kids to ski as well or looking for other activities for kids?
@Rhzfamily-i7y
@Rhzfamily-i7y Жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Hi , Yes both
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
I remember seeing child friendly areas at Nozawa, Niseko, and Rusutsu. But to be honest, most resorts probably have areas for kids. I would actually look into Tomamu for a more family friendly resort as there's actually quite a lot of other activities for kids there.
@DanHolly3
@DanHolly3 Жыл бұрын
What's the best for a combination of good powder and good nightlift?
@tommy_walker
@tommy_walker Жыл бұрын
definitely niseko. i work as an instructor here. the lift runs to 6.30pm but the access to the backcountry gates and the size of the mountain gives you really good access everywhere
@joe-j4256
@joe-j4256 Жыл бұрын
GReat view
@MJ-mo6rl
@MJ-mo6rl Жыл бұрын
Headed to Japan for 2 weeks March 23- mid April. Do you think snow activities still a chance and where? I've read different things re the season...but of course, who can really predict the weather?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
It's going to be very late. You may find better snow up north in Hokkaido but not guarantees
@baukenieuwenhuis6470
@baukenieuwenhuis6470 2 жыл бұрын
This seems amazing! As a foreigner who speaks 0 japanese, how difficult would a vacation be?
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on which resort! Niseko and Nozawa are both really foreigner friendly and would be perfectly fine without any Japanese
@Stickybutton
@Stickybutton Жыл бұрын
Niseko is run by a lot of Aussies and almost everyone speaks English there. Well… not great but you’d get by.
@jasonlucas2328
@jasonlucas2328 Жыл бұрын
@@Stickybutton Don't talk to Aussies in Niseko. They are the most racist people in the world.
@JO-nh6mo
@JO-nh6mo Жыл бұрын
Thank you for that wonderful video! Is it difficult to find ski boots and ski for tall (~190 cm) Europeans ? We want to come with some friends and all have rather large feet (45 in Europe , 11 in US, 29 in Japanese size for shoes) will there be boots for us ? and are offtrack skis available on all rental stations (or just easy going carvers ??) , What about skitouring equipment ? Thank you! ;-)
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Can't say for sure, but I would say you may have better luck finding those sizes at resorts that are more visited by foreigners like Niseko and Nozawa. We've always brought our own gear. Worth giving a call ahead of time and asking since it may vary depending on resort.
@JO-nh6mo
@JO-nh6mo Жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Thank you for taking the time to answer!! :-)
@hardeylim
@hardeylim 2 жыл бұрын
Wow what an amazing review. We're planning to have a side trip and fly to Sapporo from Osaka 2nd week of December. We have never seen snow, and never tried to ski before. how difficult would it be for us? From buying thermal gear to skiing for the first time. Thank you
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
It won't be hard, but will require some preparation. As for clothing - a lot of the thermal gear can be bought throughout Japan, but for the outer layers, you would need to get them at more dedicated stores. Could also get at the resorts, but they will cost more. Renting gear is not a problem at all at the resorts and may also recommend getting instructors as beginners.
@hardeylim
@hardeylim 2 жыл бұрын
@@didibryan Thank you suggesting. Based on your tips I think 2 days in Sapporo is not enough. Might just plan another trip just for Sapporo and skiing on another date.
@davidcoldstar6333
@davidcoldstar6333 Жыл бұрын
I don’t know about Osaka, but in Tokyo, there are towns where the shops for skiers and boarders are gathering. Most famous is Ochanomizu, which is the central Tokyo, tons of specialty shops of winter sports are alongside the streets from the station.
@janphalen6407
@janphalen6407 2 жыл бұрын
I just booked our flight going to Japan for March next year to experience some winter. We're planning to fly to Sapporo and spend a few nights there. Would you suggest getting overnight accommodation on Rusutsu/Nesiko? Or better sleep at Sapporo and just go to the ski resorts on either Rusutsu/Nesiko during the day.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely stay at the resorts! It may be a bit cheaper to stay in Sapporo but it's a couple hour drive one way
@janphalen6407
@janphalen6407 2 жыл бұрын
@@didibryan I see. I was reading about Niseko and how it has 3 main resorts and villages. The way I understood it is that I can spend the night on any of the nearby hotels, and if I want to try to ski, I can just walk to the base camp of the 3 main resorts to pay for tickets and equipment which will allow me to ride their gondolas going up the mountain. Would this be right? Thanks.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Niseko mountain has 4 parts and lodging at the bottom of each one. If the weather is good, they're also all connected at the top. You can definitely buy lift tickets at the bottom of each resort morning of no problem.
@christianwestling2019
@christianwestling2019 Жыл бұрын
Awesome, definetly on my to-do list to go to Japan in january to ride Japow. Is there still a vaccine & mask mandate to enter/go around Japan? Will that disapear next year, you think?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
If you are vaccinated, you don't need to do any testing, but if you're not, you need to get tested pre departure. No mask mandate in general except at the airport upon arrival. (Although this changes all the time) It's slowly loosening up so could definitely be even better by next year
@geraldinelow947
@geraldinelow947 Жыл бұрын
hi, just wondering which are the other resorts you went to in compiling this list?
@hongzhichen4007
@hongzhichen4007 2 жыл бұрын
LGTM, Approved.
@fitofito1001
@fitofito1001 5 ай бұрын
It would be more helpful if you showed a map with the location of each resort.
@adammiso5231
@adammiso5231 Жыл бұрын
You missed Shiga Kogen. It is way better than all of these.
@luanavli7051
@luanavli7051 9 ай бұрын
I've never been to any ski resort or snowboard. This is my first time. I've also never been to Japan. That said, what is the best resort for those who want to ski and snowboard for the first time but also want to see stunning landscapes around them and other activities in the nature of the ice and with an infrastructure of great hotels. Which do you recommend? 😊 Please 😀
@didibryan
@didibryan 9 ай бұрын
Either Hakuba or Niseko. Both have several resorts including beginner friendly ones and both are beautiful with the Japan Alps in Hakuba and Mount Yotei in Niseko (assuming the weather is not foggy)
@narrowistheway77
@narrowistheway77 4 ай бұрын
How could you possibly not include Geto Kogen on a Top 5 ski resort in Japan list?!?! It’s the powder king of Japan, nothing even comes close to their yearly snow average. I recognize that it’s pretty remote in terms of Honshu resorts, and their village isn’t as developed as most other major resorts, but they’re clearly the best resort alongside Rusutsu for overall fun in the Japan snow
@hamsubhotmail
@hamsubhotmail Жыл бұрын
Never ski in Japan before, could you tell us when is the best time to ski there from January to April?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Definitely earlier so January if possible and maybe Feb. March and April are quite late in the season and many resorts won't have that good snow anymore
@alanarifuku3500
@alanarifuku3500 7 ай бұрын
What mountain in Japan has the best mogul skiing?
@wrhbeautyacupuncturehalim4527
@wrhbeautyacupuncturehalim4527 Жыл бұрын
Hi in feb 2023 still can go skiing ?
@tommy_walker
@tommy_walker Жыл бұрын
for sure. season wont end until mid april here in niseko. snow will be maybe 6m deep in february
@jonskeee
@jonskeee 2 жыл бұрын
How is renting a car and driving around Niseko/Rusutsu? I've never driven in snow before. Is the roads safe to drive between the two resorts? Was thinking of driving between the two to check them both out.
@nicholaslie5026
@nicholaslie5026 2 жыл бұрын
Could you please suggest me a beginner place to visit in niseko? Is it possible to transport there from sapporo? I also wondering where we should stay in niseko as well
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Annupuri is the best for beginners in Niseko! Yes there's a bus from the airport to Niseko! Hirafu is definitely the most lively place to stay in Niseko with lots of hotels, restaurants, and bars.
@Reddale
@Reddale 2 жыл бұрын
How many days do you recommend for Nozawa Onsen?
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Probably need at least 2-3 days if you want to fully explore the mountain. We stayed for 4 days and felt that was the minimum to also get to enjoy the town and its charm. I could totally stay a week and enjoy it as well. It's also relatively close to a couple resorts that you could drive to if you wanted a change of scenery.
@explorejapan1234
@explorejapan1234 Жыл бұрын
nice travel👍🚄
@lukajankovic3693
@lukajankovic3693 2 жыл бұрын
ive been to both hakuba and niseko and i actually enjoyed hakuba more.
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Both are great!
@lorezyra
@lorezyra 11 ай бұрын
You missed Kiroro in Hokkaido.
@vivivelly
@vivivelly Жыл бұрын
In which month/dates did you visit niseko?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
We went over the new years holidays each year
@gavinhulme8837
@gavinhulme8837 2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't Niseko have 5 resorts? 4:25 You missed Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
You are right! Moiwa is in Niseko, but is not connected to the other 4 resorts and is quite small. It's also not part of Niseko United, which is more what I was referring to within this list.
@jasontun4222
@jasontun4222 Жыл бұрын
@@didibryan I’m staying in Moiwa but would like the best experience for Moiwa but mainly the Niesko United runs, I’m staying for 8 days at Moiwa what’s the best way to transfer myself to Niesko village
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
We always rented a car when we were there
@AA_OnTheEdge
@AA_OnTheEdge 2 жыл бұрын
Niseko is definitely the easiest resort to get to. Shuttle bus takes you directly from the airport, without even getting out of the airport, to the base of the chair lift.
@andrewdunga3456
@andrewdunga3456 Жыл бұрын
There are easier resorts to get to than Niseko. A 2.5hr bus ride from the airport is not easy compared to a 1hr train ride to some of the closer resorts to Tokyo.
@sunuciha7308
@sunuciha7308 Жыл бұрын
Wher u from. ?
@MariAna-tf1qc
@MariAna-tf1qc Жыл бұрын
Which one of these towns are a ski in / out?
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Rusutsu if you stay at the hotel. Niseko also has some options.
@felixli5279
@felixli5279 Жыл бұрын
At least 3 of these 5 resort areas have multiple hotel options(I have personally stayed at some of these) where you can ski right up to the door of your accommodation: 1) Hakuba area: Some options at Goryu resort and Happo One resort 2) Niseko area: All 4 resorts e.g. Hilton @ Niseko Village resort, Niseko Northern of the Nikko hotel group @ Annupuri resort, multiple hotels @ Hirafu resort and Park Hyatt @ Hanazono resort. 3) Rusutsu area: Westin /Rusutsu hotels I mentioned mostly hotel brands well known worldwide outside Japan but many more are local hotels.
@tommy_walker
@tommy_walker Жыл бұрын
@@felixli5279 plus Ki, Skye, The Maples and Aya all in hirafu
@geoffwatson9880
@geoffwatson9880 Жыл бұрын
I have skied in Japan 10 times now. Started in Niseko in 2006, 4 trips, good snow but since, way to busy and too expensive. Bad behaviour by Aussies made me never go back. Have skied 4 of the 5 mentioned, except Kagura (maybe try it next year). I have been to Myoko Kogen, Madaro and Shiga Kogen as well. My experience was different, depending on how much snow was there, not much fun in rain. Always gone in February. We were in Myoko Kogen in 2020, big snow but could'nt get to it as the roads were closed!
@Epic_Explorer2024
@Epic_Explorer2024 Жыл бұрын
No Zao or happo-one
@СашаС-е9о
@СашаС-е9о Жыл бұрын
Hello from Russia 👍👍👍👍
@frankestanmiko2909
@frankestanmiko2909 2 жыл бұрын
Where to learn snow ski??
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Most of the resorts have schools and instructors where you can learn from.
@frankestanmiko2909
@frankestanmiko2909 2 жыл бұрын
@@didibryan thanks😍
@riotsk3834
@riotsk3834 Жыл бұрын
Haha many ski resort have it in Japan !!! But Nisseki ?? It’s not Japan at all !!! If u want to feel Japan , it’s nothing at all Japan Atmosphere!!!if I were u I stay More local , Yamagata Tengendai at old fashion ryokan NishiYa , Higashiya , Nakaya !!! Very old hot bath , soo nice place !!! Ski too
@MrEtnorb
@MrEtnorb Жыл бұрын
How does Shiga Kogen not make this list. Lots of variety, biggest ski area in Japan and most importantly, not over run by young Australians who are a gross embarrassment in terms of their loud mouthed behaviour. I shudder to imagine what the Japanese think of them at Niseko.
@samcoatham2400
@samcoatham2400 Жыл бұрын
Lol just detail the largest resorts in Japan. Missing so many quality small resorts. O well best keep japan’s secrets - a secret
@takeru2702
@takeru2702 Жыл бұрын
いいね
@Sakura-zu4rz
@Sakura-zu4rz 2 жыл бұрын
❤😍I like you very much just as you are. 好き〜っっつ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@didibryan
@didibryan 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We like you too! ❤️
@gg12123
@gg12123 Жыл бұрын
Nice Video! I come to japan in jan/feb and i would love to go boarding in niseko or any resort with much powder and steep hills. Problem is i speak no japanese And also im from europe and im already traveling in SE Asia so i have no equipment with me. Can i rent all equipment there or do i have to buy it? And what you think about foreigners speaking english, can we survive in hokkaido? And do you think we can just go off pist boarding and exploring on our own once were at a resort? Are there like many cliffs and stuff to avoid? Im a good snowboarder but where i am from if you dont know the area, boarding offpist can be dangerous. I know im asking for much but i would appreciate any answers. Keep it up!
@didibryan
@didibryan Жыл бұрын
Niseko will have no problem speaking English only. Rentals will be available at all resorts. Off piste depends on the resort. Niseko and Rusutsu were both great from our experiences
@gg12123
@gg12123 Жыл бұрын
@@didibryan thank you very much! Im really looking forward to try boarding in japan!
@gammytroller
@gammytroller 2 жыл бұрын
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@johntiller4327
@johntiller4327 Жыл бұрын
Thank god you have not been to the best in Japan. It's seem you only did the most popular.
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