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First Light: ski chalets, houses and hotels in Hakuba, Niseko and across Japan's snow country

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Hokkaido, Nagano and Niigata

Trips by season

Small-group trips with a host. Winter is open now. Spring, summer and koyo trips come later.

Skiers riding deep powder between snow-covered trees

December to March

Winter

Ski trips in Tohoku and Niigata.

See winter trips →

Cherry trees in bloom around the bridge at Takada Castle, near Myoko

April and May

Spring

Cherry blossom in Hakuba, Myoko and Toyama.

Coming soon

Water lilies on Imori pond with Mount Myoko behind, in summer

June to September

Summer

Hiking, biking and lakes in Hakuba and Myoko.

Coming soon

Autumn colours in Tsugaike Nature Park below the Hakuba mountains

October and November

Koyo

Autumn leaves in Hakuba and Myoko.

Coming soon

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Services

Add to your stay

Tell us what you need. Our concierge sends you options and a price.

Rental gear

From Rhythm Japan in Hakuba, Niseko and Furano. Reserve from your account and get fitted in the store.

All gear and prices →

Coming by train or bus? See how to reach each resort →

Staying the whole season? Talk to our concierge →