Japan

Japan is a skiers and boarders dream destination, with plentiful powder, family-friendly resorts and delicious mountain cuisine. Japan’s most famous ski areas are found in alps region of Central Honshu, and on the northern island of Hokkaido.

Niseko is the epicentre of luxury skiing in Japan, boasting four large interlinked resorts - Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village and An’nupuri – alongside stylish modern chalets, vibrant nightlife and onsen hot springs to soak tired muscles. Those looking for a family ski holiday in Japan should make tracks for quieter resorts Rutsutsu, Furano and Tomanu - known for their bluebird days and cruiser runs.

Honshu includes established ski areas Shiga Kogen and Nosawa Onsen and is famed for a large variety of alpine terrain, including powder bowls, tree skiing, and wide trails. Soak up the charming village atmosphere, indulge in soba noodles and sake, or meet the resident snow monkeys.