The Kutchannel has opened up submissions for the 2014 First Snow In Hirafu Contest. This is the...
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Niseko’s Rakuichi on the Ranks with the Best in the World
Rakuichi from Niseko was invited by Rene Redzepi of the famed NOMA restaurant to present at this...
Weekend Delights
This weekend we have two great events on. In Niseko Town there will be the Niseko Beer Garden. At...
The Return of Bistrot le cochon
It is with both great pleasure and a significant amount of gastronomic excitement that we’re happy...
Japan Road Trip
It’s a dream of many to make the most of their visit to Niseko and travel and see a little (or a...
Cote Jardin Open All Summer
The French restaurant, Bistro Côté Jardin Niseko, hidden down in the blissfully quiet Country...
Leisure Sports Sapporo
There exists a place in Sapporo where there is near limitless opportunities to play games and have...
Baseball in Japan
It may seem strange to suggest to a tourist in Japan to watch what is quintessentially an American...
Niseko’s Most Dilapidated Onsen – Yakushi Onsen
Every now and then, after being in Niseko for many years, a new treasure is uncovered. Sometimes...
Waza’s Cafe Burgers
Many restaurants want the ‘best burger in town’ crown, but does Waza have what it takes? You’d be...
Juu Okonomiyaki
Situated on the t-section between Niseko Village and Annupuri, Juu is a little difficult to get to...
Wild Bills Restaurant Keeping it Fresh
Besides being one of Niseko's best know bars a lesser know fact is that Wild Bill's also has a...
Don Don is More Than Rice Rice
Far from the glitz and glamour of some of the other restaurants in town, like IKI or The Barn, the...
Motor Paragliding in Niseko
You think Mount Yotei looks amazing from the ground, well, wait until you experience it like a...
Ki Niseko
The choices for true ski-in ski-out luxury accommodation in Niseko just got a little harder, with...
Art Sushi Workshop
Your mother may have told you not to play with your food, but chances are she didn’t tell you not...
Otaru Snow and Light Path Festival
Forgive the awkward name, this is a very cool little festival that takes place in nearby Otaru....
What’s Happening Around Town – 7th February to 14th February
Things are starting to quiet down after the peak period of Chinese New Year, but there is still...
Sapporo Snow Festival
Think back on the snowmen that you may have built in the past. They were probably 1-2m tall? Now,...
Yakitori Yamanchu
Hidden away in a sleepy part of middle Hirafu, Yakitori Yamanchu may be one the greatest izakayas...
Video: 5 Ways to make the most of your time in Niseko
Welcome to the first part of the Niseko Academy Video Guide… 5 Ways to make the most of your time in Niseko! Watch out for more episodes in the Niseko Academy Video Guide series.
What’s Happening Around Town – 24th January to 30th January
We’ve had requests to compile a quick list of things happening around town for the upcoming week,...
Bistro Côté Jardin Niseko
The quiet location in Country Resort perfectly matches the homely feel of Thomas and Yuki’s new...
The Oyster Shack
For two weeks only, an absolutely unmissable food tent is in town, one that every man, woman and...
B.C.C White Rock
Even with the out-of-the-way location, it’s remarkable how busy this little bakery-come-café,...
Tour du Nord 2014
After a successful inaugural tour in 2013, the week-long Tour du Nord is coming back this summer,...
IKI – A Taste of Hokkaido
One of the great pleasures of this job is being able to visit places like IKI to sample and review...
Otsukisama Devil Ramen
Like many good adventures, this one started with an overheard conversation about a ramen that was...
Mountain Kiosk Coffee Barstand
Looking for a quick coffee before or after a session on the mountain? Well look no further than...
The Flying Fish
New for the 2013/2014 season, The Flying Fish fills a void that has been longing to be filled –...