Planning to explore Niseko's legendary powder spots? Staying in the peaceful outskirts of Japan's winter paradise means you'll need wheels - but driving in Japanese snow country is an adventure all its own.
Ace 2 Quad / Center Four, one of Hirafu's original and most iconic chairlifts has been retired and will soon be replaced by a brand new 12 seat gondola.
Every season in Niseko offers something special, with cherry blossoms in the spring, festivals through the summer and the emotive colours of the Autumn. Summer is of course one of the best times.
Ski and snowboard videos are what hungry powder hounds feast on during the summer months and the more video's you watch the more you realise Japan is the place to be if you want deep, dry all you can eat powder.