New Chitose Airport 2 hr 5
Niseko konbuonsen Tsuruga bessou MOKUNOSHO (15 min) Sleek rooms & suites, some with open-air tubs, in an upscale hot spring inn offering dining & a spa. Yukichichibu Onsen (21 min) Natural spring baths & a mud pool rich in sulfur with views of the surrounding countryside. Hangetsu Lake (10 min) Lake, mountain, and nature Fukidashi park (19 min) Scenic natural area with falls, streams, wooden bridges, snacks, a playground & mountain views. Iwaonupuri (28 min) Rugged mountain with volcanic scree slopes, popular for hiking & backcountry skiing. Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort (15 min) Small, relaxed skiing destination with casual lodge accommodations, a restaurant & lounge. Niseko Volcanic Group (21 min) Range of 7 active volcanoes & lava domes that last erupted around 6,000 years ago. Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area (15 min) Ski resort with some night courses, plus several restaurants & an area for kids. Rusutsu Resort amusement park (33 min) Sprawling resort with ski slopes, golf courses, an amusement park & several hotels. Niseko View Plaza Rest Area (14 min) Service area selling hot snacks & local produce, plus a courtyard with views of Mount Yotei. Mount Yōtei (36 min) A local landmark for its resemblance to Mt. Fuji, this symmetrical stratovolcano rises 6,227 feet. NISEKO ADVENTURE CENTRE (5 min) Adventure sports complex with an indoor climbing wall & cafe, plus rafting, kayaking & SUP tours. Mt. Niseko-Annupuri (21 min) The 1,308m high peak with striking winter woods features 4 ski resorts with a variety of terrains. Niseko Village (11 min) Mountain getaway with skiing & snowboarding, plus elegant accommodations, hot springs & spas. Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu (5 min) Full-service ski area with shops, eateries, lessons, a snow park & hiking in the summer. |