Niseko Yotei Mountain Summer View is located about two and a half hours drive from Sapporo or about two hours from Chitose. There are some places to visit in Niseko but it is better known for it’s sporting activities. The town has an estimated permanent population of 4,642 people and a total area of 197.13 km2. The population figure however, changes markedly between seasons as the town has a highly transient population of visitors that come mainly for the summer or winter.
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Niseko is situated between two mountains, Yotei-zan to the east and Niseko Annupuri to the west. The Matsukari River encloses the town to the Niseko Train Stationnorth. There are two main train stations, Niseko station and Hirafu station. One of the larger and more popular sections of the skiing area is Mt Hirafu, however many times it may be more convenient to catch a train to Niseko Station and get a bus from there. Niseko can definitely be called the sports capital of Hokkaido. During the winter Niseko is a ski / snow boarders paradise with large amounts of some of the best quality snow in the world falling. Also on offer are ice-climbing, snowshoeing and dog sledding trips. During the late spring, summer and autumn Niseko is a hiking and rafting mecca for nature lovers. This period also offers canoeing, kayaking and camping opportunities. Niseko is also very popular throughout the year for its large number of onsens (hot spring baths).
Common passes, shuttle bus service and accommodations are available at the foot of the three resorts that actually join at the summit. Take a few days to enjoy the great view of Mt. Yotei and superb powder.
The slopes are directly connected to the Hilton Niseko Village Resort hotel. The courses that meander through the wild forests give a true resort feeling. Lodges are fully equipped with rentals, and there are lots of fun programs and activities for kids.
Higashiyama Onsen Niseko-ChoAbuta-Gun Hokkaido
Tel. 0136-44-2211
- Here are all the fun things you can do! There is cat skiing, snow mobiles, horse back riding, snow rafting, snow shoe tours, cross country skiing and much more!At the Niseko Kids Adventure, kids up to age 6 can play with the playground equipment that is set up indoor and outdoors!
- Spoil yourself with luxurious hotel living at our restaurants, hot spring and spa, massages, and fitness rooms.
- There are two hotels near the ski area, the Hilton Niseko Village which has the adjacent Gondola, and the Green Leaf Hotel, which dumps you right out on to the slopes.
Hilton Niseko Village
Green Leaf Hotel