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    Nozawa Onsen: The Ultimate Winter Escape Guide

    There’s something truly special about Nozawa Onsen. Nestled in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, Nozawa Onsen is one of Japan’s most iconic winter destinations. Renowned for its deep powder snow, expansive ski terrain an [...]

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    Myoko Kogen: Japan’s Quiet Powder Escape | Ultimate Ski Trip FAQ Guide

    If you’re dreaming of endless powder days, peaceful mountain villages, and authentic Japanese hospitality, Myoko Kogen deserves a place at the top of your ski bucket list. Hidden in the snow-covered mountains of Niigata, Myoko K [...]

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    Shiga Kogen: Your Complete Guide to Japan’s Largest Ski Area

    There’s something for every kind of traveller in Shiga Kogen, High in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, deep within the Japanese Alps, lies Shiga Kogen, Japan’s largest ski area. Set within Joshinetsu Kogen National Park [...]

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    Is Niseko Worth It? Everything You Need To Know Before You Go

    There’s a reason travelers keep coming back to Niseko. Niseko has earned a reputation as one of the world’s premier ski destinations – but does it really live up to the hype? From legendary powder snow and breathtaki [...]

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    Local Knowledge: Some of our Favourite Queenstown Experiences

    Mountainwatch | Travel Known as the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown takes things to another level in winter. From world-class skiing and adrenaline-fuelled activities to incredible food, wellness experiences and sceni [...]

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    Snow Machine Festival adds Hilltop Hoods and a stack more to Queenstown 2026 line up

    The temperature has dropped and so has Snow Machine’s second line up. Snow Machine returns to the heart of the Southern Alps from 8–13 September, transforming Queenstown into the ultimate alpine party playground. Joining Chet [...]

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    Powder Paradise: Winter in Japan’s Gunma Prefecture

    Sponsored content Mountainwatch | Reggae Elliss Over the past few years I have been a regular winter visitor to Gunma prefecture, lured by its consistent snow, variety of ski resorts and authentic Japanese experience. It’s a u [...]

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    Snow Machine Festival announces stellar line-up for Queenstown 2026

    Ready to blend your dream ski trip with a world-class music festival this September? Snow Machine returns to the slopes of Queenstown for its fifth New Zealand edition, and it’s bigger and better than ever. 30+ ARTISTS | 8 STAGE [...]

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    Everything You Need to Know About Hakuba: The Ultimate FAQ for Your Japan Ski Trip

    There’s truly something for everyone in Hakuba. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Japanese Alps, Hakuba Ski Resort is one of Japan’s standout alpine destinations. With deep, consistent powder, expansive terrain, and [...]

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    Snow Machine Returns to the Slopes of Queenstown This September

    And this year, it’s bigger and better than ever! Ready to blend your dream ski trip with a world-class music festival this September? From slopes to stage, Snow Machine returns for 4 action-packed days of après, side parties, s [...]

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    From Hokkaido to Honshu: Japan’s 2024/25 Season in Review

    If you thought Japan’s ski magic had peaked in recent years – think again. The 2024/25 winter season has been nothing short of legendary, with record-breaking snowfall painting the country white from Hokkaido to Honshu. W [...]

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    Hakuba Snowfall at a 10-Year High, Christmas Storm to Bring Even More Snow!

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year… …for shredders across Japan, as ski resorts nationwide are off to an absolute flyer! While Niseko continues to make headlines with their heaviest snowfall in decades, Honshuâ [...]

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    nicky sullivan
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    Lizzie was so helpful, gave us some options and advice to help us pinpoint where we wanted to go. And once we had booked provided some really helpful travel advice and answering questions we had. Easy to deal with, everything was smooth and we had a great time.
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    Shelly Drewitz
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    Calum was awesome at helping us every step of the way with our trip. We got a great deal on the accommodation and ski lift, and we will definitely come back to Mountainwatch next time based on his excellent service.
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    Mark K Grant
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    I booked my Japan ski holiday through Mountainwatch. Very professional and when we arrived in Japan all was laid out for us. The accommodation was even nicer than expected. KIrsty was very good to work with and made things very easy!!!! will book again next season.
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    Jess
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    Great experience booking through this company, our contact Anna was brilliant, and organised a fantastic ski trip for us. The travel was all clearly laid out, the accommodation was lovely, the ski field was fantastic, great range of local dining options and bars.
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    Brett A
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    Mountain Watch are great, well organised and excellent advice on locations and accommodation. Highly recommended!
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    Thanks Kirsty for helping arrange our family trip to Myoko for Xmas 2025, we had an amazing time
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    Jan Kelly
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    Thanks Kirsty, once again your arrangements for us in Japan worked very well. We’ll have no hesitation about touching base with you before we make another booking….. not sure if we’ll be organised by June, but we’ll see. Have a great season yourself and keep up the good work at MountainWatch. Regards Jan and Tom
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    Samantha Farr
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    Our trip to Hakuba and Tokyo was so smooth and easy thanks to the help of Justine. Hotel was great and in a perfect location and it was very smooth having all our extras like lessons and rentals booked and sorted before we arrived. Would 100% book through Mountainwatch Travel again!
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    John Durham
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    This is the second year that Kristy has organized travel arrangements for a skiing holiday to Furano in Japan, for us. It is the second time that those arrangements have been fulfilled seamlessly. No hassles, as planned and on time. Perfect, and will use Mountainwatchj Travel again. John Durham
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    Simone B
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    We booked through Anna O’Malley for our stay in Nozawa onsen Village in Japan. Seamless service, prompt, and pricing reasonable. The Shimataya View Hotel, was a lovely stay. Room size was large, great views, and Amazing service from Staff. Momoi and Eloisa couldn’t help enough- from dinner reservations to organising luggage to Tokyo. Property is older, though clean, well maintained. 10 min walk to slopes, 5 min walk to village centre. I recommend Mountain Watch, and this property. Photos are the view from our room.
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