Welcome to Niseko
Hokkaidō is dotted with world-class ski resorts, but the reigning prince of powder is unquestionably Niseko (ニセコ). There are four interconnected resorts with more than 800 skiable hectares along the eastern side of the mountain, Niseko Annupuri. Soft and light powdery snow and an annual average snowfall of more than 15m make Niseko extremely popular with international skiers. Many own second homes here – resulting in a diverse dining and nightlife scene that is atypical of far-flung rural Japan. English is spoken virtually everywhere. While it's possible to do Niseko on a budget, be warned that it is getting increasingly difficult, especially in winter (peak ski season).
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Mt Yotei Secret Spring Water Tour
This snowshoe tour is held around a local guest house "GRUGLUE" in the forest of Mt.Yotei, Niseko. Spring water of Mt. Yotei is supplied to the guest house as tap water. The water source is located within walking distance of the guest house and this tour takes you to explore mysterious origin of Mt Yotei spring water. Tour guide is the owner of "Off-grid guest house GRUGLUE",a Japanese local who have lived here over 7 years and a licensed forest instructor who is familiar with the local natural environment. In the rich nature, you may also be able to meet various wild animals and birds such as fox, squirrel or woodpecker. When weather allows , let us take you to the secret Mt.Yotei view point which is a splendid photogenic scenery! The tour uses snowshoes though, no experiences are required! As the tour starts and ends at the guesthouse, you don't need to worry about changing clothes or rest rooms. Even if sudden weather changes, you can take cover from it. After the tour, let's have a green tea with spring water that you visited earlier. *Special permissions by landlords have been granted exclusively for this tour.
Private Transfer: Sapporo to Niseko (8 Seater with Luggage)
Pick-up Location: Hotel in Sapporo or Hotel in Niseko Drop-off Location: Hotel in Niseko or Hotel in SapporoThe rate is a one-way private transfer. Guest can request to be picked up at a hotel in Sapporo and dropped off at a hotel in Niseko, or to be picked up from a hotel in Niseko and transfer to a hotel in Sapporo.Maximum passengers: 8 passengers with luggageChild seat and Infant seat are available for free of charge (Pre-booking is required).SkyExpress offers world-class private transfer services, complete with: • Meet & greet with name board at arrival gate • Free Wi-Fi available in selected vehicles • Each vehicle is tracked via GPS showing speed, location & heading Please be noted that the vehicle type is not guaranteed, vehicle we use shall depend on the number of booked passengers and can range from small type vans to coaches. Terms and conditions apply.
Private Transfer: Sapporo to Niseko (15 Seater with Luggage)
Pick-up Location: Hotel in Sapporo or Hotel in NisekoDrop-off Location: Hotel in Niseko or Hotel in Sapporo The rate is a one-way private transfer. Guest can request to be picked up at a hotel in Sapporo and dropped off at a hotel in Niseko, or to be picked up from a hotel in Niseko and transfer to a hotel in Sapporo. Maximum passengers: 15 passengers with luggageChild seat and Infant seat are available for free of charge (Pre-booking is required).SkyExpress offers world-class private transfer services, complete with: • Meet & greet with name board at arrival gate • Free Wi-Fi available in selected vehicles • Each vehicle is tracked via GPS showing speed, location & heading Please be noted that the vehicle type is not guaranteed, vehicle we use shall depend on the number of booked passengers and can range from small type vans to coaches. Terms and conditions apply.
Private Transfer: New Chitose Airport to Niseko (8 Seater with Luggage)
Pick-up Location: New Chitose Airport or NisekoDrop-off Location: Niseko or New Chitose Airport The rate is a one-way private transfer. Guest can request to be picked up at New Chitose Airport and dropped off in Niseko, or to be picked up from Niseko and transfer to New Chitose Airport. Maximum passengers: 8 passengers with luggageChild seat and Infant seat are available for free of charge (Pre-booking is required).SkyExpress offers world-class private transfer services, complete with: • Meet & greet with name board at arrival gate • Free Wi-Fi available in selected vehicles • Each vehicle is tracked via GPS showing speed, location & heading Please be noted that the vehicle type is not guaranteed, vehicle we use shall depend on the number of booked passengers and can range from small type vans to coaches. Terms and conditions apply.
Private Transfer: New Chitose Airport to Niseko (15 Seater with Luggage)
Pick-up Location: New Chitose Airport or NisekoDrop-off Location: Niseko or New Chitose Airport The rate is a one-way private transfer. Guest can request to be picked up at New Chitose Airport and dropped off in Niseko, or to be picked up from Niseko and transfer to New Chitose Airport. Maximum passengers: 15 passengers with luggageChild seat and Infant seat are available for free of charge (Pre-booking is required).SkyExpress offers world-class private transfer services, complete with: • Meet & greet with name board at arrival gate • Free Wi-Fi available in selected vehicles • Each vehicle is tracked via GPS showing speed, location & heading Please be noted that the vehicle type is not guaranteed, vehicle we use shall depend on the number of booked passengers and can range from small type vans to coaches. Terms and conditions apply.
Private Transfer in Hokkaido - Shinchitose Airport to Niseko
We will provide private shuttle using Hiace from Sapporo Area (including Shinchitose Airport) to Niseko Area and vice versa Toyota Hiace can fit max 9 passengers with approximately 8 luggages. This private shuttle is very suitable for snowboarders or skiers with lots of luggages Pick-up Location: Hotel in Sapporo or Hotel in Niseko Drop-off Location: Hotel in Niseko or Hotel in Sapporo We can also pick you up from Shinchitose Airport Our driver will welcome you at arrival hall area in Shinchitose airport and drive you to your destination in Niseko Area. Please tell us 1 Your flight number & arrival time 2 Your destination in Niseko