Hokkaido Ski and Snowboard Packing List: Advice After Multiple Visits
A practical Hokkaido ski packing list based on multiple trips to Niseko and Rusutsu. What to bring, what to rent, and what’s easy to overlook when skiing in Japan.
How to Get From CTS to Niseko and Rusutsu: My Hokkaido Ski Transport Guide
Figuring out transportation in Hokkaido is one of the biggest hurdles for a ski trip to Niseko or Rusutsu. I’ve done it both on a tight budget and with a rental car, and this guide walks through the options so you can choose what makes the most sense for your trip.
Beyond Japow: My Search for the Next Great Ski Destination in Asia
Japow still delivers, but the crowds pushed me to look beyond Japan for my 2026 ski trip. I dug into places like Jyrgalan, Shymbulak, and China’s far west before circling back to Gulmarg in Kashmir. This post walks through the full search and how I landed on my final choice.
Hokkaido Ski Tips 2025: How to Make the Most of Your Japow Trip: Niseko, Rusutsu & Beyond
A firsthand look at what it really costs to ski Niseko and Rusutsu based on personal experience in 2025, plus practical tips on gear rentals, lodging, transportation, and more to help you plan smarter and chase Japow without blowing your budget.
The Perfect 5–7 Day Hokkaido Ski Itinerary (2025 Guide)
A flexible 5–7 day ski itinerary for Hokkaido, based on real experience in Niseko and Rusutsu. Includes tips on rental gear, lift passes, where to stay, how to plan around the weather, and what to expect on and off the mountain in 2025.
Niseko vs Rusutsu: How Hokkaido’s Two Top Ski Resorts Compare for the 2025–26 Season
Japow’s alive and well in 2025.
But should you ski Niseko or Rusutsu? I hit both on the same trip, and here’s how the snow, crowds, and vibe really stacked up.