New Hirafu Gondola Cabins Arrive In The Snow

Oct 27, 2011 | News, Winter Sports

Early this morning we went to inspect the snow that has fallen higher up Mt. Niseko Annupuri. We were hoping to get some great early season shots as the morning was due to be crystal clear, but that didn’t last for long. A few days ago all the netting was...

Niseko Night Riding, 2010-11 Season

Oct 27, 2011 | Winter Sports

The new season is fast approaching and the thrill of riding the mountain under the moonlight (and flood lights) is one of the most fun things you can do with your clothes on! Time to give your KITT a waxing and while you do why not take a look at this short video. You...

Niseko Snow Report, 26th October 2011

Oct 26, 2011 | News, Snow Reports, Winter Sports

The snow creeps ever closer. Yesterday afternoon the temperature dropped sharply and throughout the night there were strong winds and steady rain. The bad weather has continued this morning but above approximately 500m snow has been falling.

Hirafu King Area Access Passage Changes

Oct 24, 2011 | News

The King Area Access Passage that joins the red Alpen ski run to the green Kogen ski run has gone through some changes in the last few days. A new section has been cut into the hill side that runs from the tunnel entrance down towards the new Rocks development, in...

Hirafu gets a new magic carpet

Oct 21, 2011 | News

Whilst out enjoying the glorious sunshine this morning I discovered the new magic carpet that’s being installed as part of the Hirafu Gondola upgrade. It’s about 30m long and located on a newly leveled area just below the base gondola terminal, this is a...