Flashes of Inspiration
Autumn in Niseko can be difficult. Temperatures drop and the inevitable stormy weather rolls in. Over the last few days there has been heavy rainfall, strong winds and persistent low cloud. This...
View ArticleGrand Hirafu’s 1000m Hut Hike
As snow now covers the peaks in the Niseko region it was time to hike up the mountain from Grand Hirafu, take a closer look at the snowline and see how the groomed runs have been prepared for the...
View ArticleSkateboarding Hirafu-zaka
As Niseko residents prepare for the inevitable arrival of winter, the first snowfall (Hatsu Yuki 初雪) this year is considerably later than usual. Most locals have some kind of theory about what this...
View ArticleALL TIME In Hirafu
Today the call from those lucky enough to be able to get up on the mountain was….ALL TIME. Check out Miharashi today. We have been using the ION Air Pro cameras since May but today’s skiing footage was...
View ArticleThe Ever Changing View.
Yesterday’s weather during the morning and early afternoon in Niseko was EPIC!! Two happy snowboarders on the Ace #2 center 4 lift, 17 March 2013 Great weather in Niseko Hirafu, 17 March 2013 This...
View ArticleGate 8 – Niseko Annupuri
Gate 8 in Niseko Annupuri Ski Ground offers some excellent side access riding and incredible views on a clear day. Your browser does not support iframes. Click and drag on the image to look around....
View ArticleA Late Dump in Niseko
This morning Hirafu Village is blanketed in a nice layer of wet powder snow. Fresh snow on the car, 10 April 2013 Between 3 and 5cm has fallen at village level 3cm of fresh snow underfoot, 10 April...
View ArticleSpring Glory in Niseko
After the recent snowfall combined with this mornings perfect weather it was a great chance to put in few turns on the perfect groomed runs and then hike the peak. Conditions didn’t disappoint. The...
View ArticleLast Lifts for the 2012/13 Season
Today saw the end of the 2012/13 season here in Niseko. Niseko Grand Hirafu Ski Ground, Niseko Village Ski Ground, and Niseko Annupuri Ski Ground have all finished lift operations. The weather today...
View ArticleNiseko Village Pure Zip Line Tour
Most of us know Niseko Village in winter but in summer the resort comes alive with all sorts of outdoor adventure activities. This year Niseko Village extended it’s ‘Pure” Sky Area and the Zip Line...
View ArticleFirst Snowfall on Mt Yotei for the 2014 Season
Overnight Mt.Yotei was dusted in a light covering of snow for the first time this autumn in the lead up to the 2014 winter season! *click on the images to view them at a larger size. Last night the...
View ArticleMt.Yotei’s Brilliant Sunrise and a Fresh Dusting of Snow
Overnight the temperature dropped significantly and for the 2nd time in the lead up to the 2014 Niseko winter season we have snow on the top of Mt.Yotei! Behold!! Snow, beautiful snow. 360niseko will...
View ArticleA Fresh Dusting of Snow on Mt.Yotei
Fresh snow on Mt.Yotei this morning as the temperature starts to really drop in Niseko. It is always exciting in the lead up to winter to see the first few snow falls on Mt.Yotei. Preparation around...
View ArticleThe snow melts and wheels spin in Niseko
Yesterday’s cold snap has dissipated and warmth has returned to Niseko. Fine weather is forecast for tomorrow then followed by rain so we don’t expect to see the snow remaining on the mountain tops for...
View ArticleNiseko Mountains
As much as skiing and snowboarding in any of the resorts in Niseko United is amazing venturing into the vast Niseko back country is highly recommended. How many of these peaks have you climbed? If you...
View ArticleAutumnal Ying and Yang in Niseko
The last of the leaves are falling off the trees and Mt.Yotei and Mt.Annupuri peaks both have a nice layer of snow. Recently the weather was alternated constantly between rain and sunshine, usually in...
View ArticleMt. Annupuri Sunrise
Early mornings aren’t for everyone. Yesterday’s clear early morning skies seemed like a good time to check out Mt. Annupuri peak. Setting off from Hirafu village in the darkness definitely tests a...
View ArticleTour du Nord 2014
After a successful inaugural tour in 2013, the week-long Tour du Nord is coming back this summer, and bookings are already taking place. There will be two identical tours happening, the first will be...
View ArticleA Perfect Day For The Summit
The beautiful weather this morning came as somewhat of a surprise. After reading the daily snow report and avalanche report, it was obvious that today was a day to head for the summit – clear skies,...
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