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The Grasshopper’s Japan 2025-2026 Seasonal Outlook – La Niña Set to Deliver Above Average Snowfall
Mountainwatch |The Grasshopper Welcome back new and regular guests to our Japanese Seasonal Outlooks. With the weather in the southern hemisphere getting warmer and the northern hemisphere getting cooler it’s time to look ahead [...]
Japan Hits 7 Metres (23 Feet) of Snow—One of the Deepest Bases in Years!
With over 7 metres of snow, Japan sets a new milestone, claiming the world’s deepest snow base in recent years and double the global average for the year! The 2024/2025 ski season in Japan has been nothing short of epic, with se [...]
Once-in-20-Years Snowfall Sets the Stage for Niseko’s 2025 Season
Niseko’s Just Getting Started! As we gear up to welcome 2025, Niseko is already celebrating with one of its best early-season snow starts in years! By December 17th, the area had recorded an incredible 142cm of snow—its [...]
Beyond the Hotspots: Hidden-Gem Ski Resorts in Japan to Explore
You’ve probably heard of the likes of Niseko and Hakuba but there are over 500 different ski resorts across Japan. Here are a few of our top recommendations. If you’re looking to escape the westerners and experience an [...]
What’s New In Japan For The 2018/19 Ski Season
Why You Need To Visit Niseko
Matt Wiseman shares a few things to keep in mind when travelling or considering a trip to Niseko, arguably one of the snowiest places on earth! Is it worth the hype? Most definitely yes!Here’s why you need to visit Niseko [...]
Niseko Showcase
A showcase of everything Niseko has to offer!
Japan Snow Update 25th Jan
Fantastic December Snowfall Hakuba & Niseko
Early Snowfall Hakuba & Niseko
The New Niseko Trail Map – Featuring Two New Lifts
Introducing the 2017/18 Niseko United Trail Map, featuring the two newest lifts to hit Niseko this season; the Ace Family Quad Lift at Niseko-Hirafu and the Dream Quad Lift at Niseko-Annupuri. This season, the Niseko United resor [...]
Fine Dining In Hakuba & Niseko
Who says a ski holiday is all about the slopes? In Japan, skiing comes with a side of exceptional cuisine that rivals some of the best cities in the world. Japanese ski resorts, particularly in Hakuba and Niseko, offer a diverse r [...]
