Nov 6, 2013 | News
Early mornings aren’t for everyone. Yesterday’s clear early morning skies seemed like a good time to check out Mt. Annupuri peak. Setting off from Hirafu village in the darkness definitely tests a hikers motivation. All is quickly forgotten after arriving...
Nov 2, 2013 | News
There has been big changes to Hirafu village over the last few years, most notably the demolition of the Yamada Onsen, the Scot Hotel, Popolo Onsen, Kogen Hotel and the J First hotel all at the top of village. We are pleased to see that work has commenced on...
Oct 31, 2013 | News
As we wait for the first dump snowfall to arrive in Niseko there is an eerie calm around the farmlands surrounding Niseko. With the temperature reasonably warm today it was a good chance to get on the bike and head out to the the ‘Kutchan Potato Fields’...
Oct 28, 2013 | News
The last of the leaves are falling off the trees and Mt.Yotei and Mt.Annupuri peaks both have a nice layer of snow. Recently the weather was alternated constantly between rain and sunshine, usually in quick succession. Although it is wet and rain jackets are essential...
Oct 18, 2013 | News
Yesterday’s cold snap has dissipated and warmth has returned to Niseko. Fine weather is forecast for tomorrow then followed by rain so we don’t expect to see the snow remaining on the mountain tops for much longer. Looks like it is not quite time to store...
