NISEKO - Ski Resorts Japan

FEATURING
2014/15
All the comprehensive information
you need for an incredible ski holiday
Call: 1300 4 LIQUID
for a customized quote
HAKUBA
NISEKO
NOZAWA
www.ski-resorts-japan.com
WHY BOOK WITH
?
Our team have first-hand skiing and snowboarding experience and
knowledge of the ski resorts in Japan, which ensures we’re giving you the
best expert advice. The staff spend a minimum of one month skiing the
resorts in Japan each year – tough hey! We have staff who speak English
and Japanese in all of our offices in Australia, Singapore and Japan.
Service
From your initial enquiry and quote, through to your stay in Japan and return trip home, we
guarantee to offer the highest level of service. We have passionate resort hosts in Japan
that can give you personalised information allowing you to get exactly what you want out
of your holiday.
Liquid Snow Tours is the only inbound travel agent with an office in Hakuba. What does that
mean for you? As a client you can drop into the office for a chat, to get local
information, to make travel arrangements, or just to use free WIFI. You’ll also be invited to
exclusive events in Hakuba, like welcome drinks, where you can personally meet our
passionate staff who packaged your trip. Not to mention, we offer free pick ups and drop
offs from your bus/train to your accommodation.
We’re dedicated to you
Our team can tailor quotes specific to your needs. We can organise your accommodation,
flights, transfers, lift tickets, ski/snowboard hire, clothing hire, ski/snowboard lessons,
backcountry tours, photo shoots, day tours, travel insurance, Tokyo stop over, or optional
extras. All that’s really left for you to do is jump on the plane!
Best price
We are affiliated with major airlines and properties in Japan. We take thousands of people
skiing every year and this volume gives us access to the best rates. These rates are always
passed on to our clients ensuring you receive the best value for money.
Confidence
Liquid Snow Tours is a licensed travel agent and tour operator (Vic. 32732), registered
Australian company and member of the Travel Compensation Fund. We have been
organising ski holidays to Japan for years and when you book a trip with us you can rest
assured knowing your money is secure through an insurance plan with the Travel Compensation Fund.
All of the above factors result in a fantastic, safe and fun ski holiday. Who else would you
want to plan your holiday?
If you have any other questions don’t be afraid to ask. Call 1300 4 LIQUID.
Customise Your Own Package
All package prices shown in this brochure are displayed to give you a close estimate of the
cost of a holiday. As each person’s trip is different these costs will always vary, and we are
completely flexible and will tailor a package to suit your needs. We also have access to a
huge range of accommodation not listed in here, so please visit our website or give us a
call to get a customised quote today!
FURANO
NISEKO
HOKKAIDO
A Note on Exchange Rates
All the prices listed here are based on the current exchange rate during April 2014, and this
exchange rate is subject to fluctuation. Once your booking is confirmed with Liquid Snow
Tours in Australian dollars the exchange rate used will not change, effectively
locking in the price. Full terms and conditions can be found on the website.
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Hakuba Resort
Why ski or snowboard in Hakuba?
Hakuba has an average snowfall of 11 metres each season. The Hakuba Valley
incorporates 10 ski resorts, over 200 runs, 139 lifts and free shuttles to get you from
town to the resorts. Not to mention amazing mountain scenery. Hakuba’s diversty
of slopes is one of its biggest selling points – there’s plenty on offer for every level of
snow skier or snowboarder. With so many resorts you always have the luxury of
picking the one suited to the conditions of the day.
Off the slopes
Hakuba offers a unique mix of Western and Japanese style accommodation (at a
relatively low cost compared to Niseko or Nozawa). There is also an eclectic mix of
restaurants to choose from: Japanese, Mexican, European, Thai, Italian, Vegan or
Aussie pub style. Hakuba has a number of great ski and snowboard shops, relaxing
natural onsens and a vibrant nightlife scene to keep you party animals happy!
Location and Access
Direct flights from Australia land in Tokyo, Hakuba’s closest major international
airport. Hakuba is located approximately 300kms northwest of Tokyo in the heart of
the Japanese Northern Alps.
How to get there?
From Tokyo:
• Bullet train - 2 hours on bullet train +
1 hour bus or 5 hours by bus
From Narita airport:
Catch the Narita Express (1hr) +
a bullet train (2hours) + 1 hour bus
• 5 hours by direct charter coach
• 5 hours in shared taxi
From Osaka Kansai airport:
• 6.5 hours on bullet train
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Pistes:
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Terrain Park:
Easy Access:
(from Aus capital cities)
Cost:
Nightlife:
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Variety:
Stats (Happo One)
• Top elevation 1,831m
• Vertical drop 1,031m
• Max gradient 35 degrees
• Average annual snowfall: 11m
• Mountain orientation: yes
• Base elevation 760m
• Beginner 30%, intermediate 50%, advanced 20%
• 1 gondola, 25 chairlifts
• English speaking instructors: yes
• Backcountry guiding: yes
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usually interspersed with high pressure systems ensuring plenty of sunshine.
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Restaurant
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Tip - Trains don’t need to be booked in
advance, nor does the bus from Nagano to
Hakuba. Coach buses and shared taxi’s
must be booked in advance.
Ask your Liquid Tours consultant for
detailed information and quotes on how to
make your journey. Transfers included in
your package can be customised to suit
your arrival times and needs.
• Enjoy live music, slope side, at The Marillen.
• Be sure to visit the ‘make your own pizza’ restaurant for lunch at Cortina.
• Go to ‘The Pub’ in Wadano on a Saturday night for a lively party.
• Chuo Taxi (shared taxi) is the easiest way to get from Narita to Hakuba.
• Choose a Saturday as your rest day - Tokyo weekenders can be out in force!
• Bring slippers to wear indoors as many properties ask you to take your shoes off indoors.
Did you know? The Japanese characters
for Hakuba 白馬, mean white horse.
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There are ten resorts in the Hakuba Valley to choose from.
Here are our top 4
Mt. Shirouma-Dake
Mt. Hakuba-Yari-Ga-Take
白馬岳（2932m）
Mt. Shakushi-Dake
白馬鎗ヶ岳（2903m）
杓子岳（2812m）
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for Skiing
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for any rescue or search happened
in [Prohibited Area for Skiing]
regardless of any reasons.
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たしますので、
ご了承ください。
Kid’s room
Locker room
救護所
初級者コース
ゴンドラ山麓駅（ノアの里駅）
ちびっ子広場
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Information
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Village 制作／白馬村観光局
進入禁止
for Skiing
We will charge you the expense
for any rescue or search happened
in [Prohibited Area for Skiing]
regardless of any reasons.
Noah’s
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Level 3 Intermediate Course
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白馬岳（2932m）
杓子岳（2812m）
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進入禁止
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動が発生した場合は、理由如何を
問わず、お客様に対し費用請求い
たしますので、
ご了承ください。
Snow Plaza SAKKA
スノープラザ咲花
Level 5 Advanced Course
レベル5
上級者コース
Level 4
Level 3 Intermediate Course
中級者コース
Level 2
Level 1 Beginner Course
初級者コース
Olympic Course
オリンピックコース
Ticket center
駐車場
リフト券発券所
リフト券返却所
Rest room
トイレ
Information
レベル2
レベル1
Parking
レストラン
Restaurant
レベル4
レベル3
インフォメーション
Patrol
救護所
School
スクール
IC-Card returning machine
Kid’s room
キッズルーム
Locker room
更衣室
Hot spring spa
温泉
Night skiing
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Tourism Commission of
of Hakuba
HakubaVillage
Village 制作／白馬村観光局
Iwatake features wide open runs and is well suited to
intermediates and confident beginners
Happo-One is one of the largest resorts with the
longest vertical pitches in all of Japan.
Mt. Goryu-Dake
五竜岳（2814m）
Zizou Peak
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Big Snow Park
Harf Pipe
Rail Big Kicker
BIGスノーパーク
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レールビッグキッカー
NOTICE
for Skiing
We will charge you the expense
for any rescue or search happened
in [Prohibited Area for Skiing]
regardless of any reasons.
お知らせ
Kid’s Area
「滑走禁止エリア」
進入禁止
Gondola Station
ゴンドラステーション
Level 5 Advanced Course
レベル5
上級者コース
Level 3 Intermediate Course
レベル3
中級者コース
Level 1 Beginner Course
初級者コース
Information
Locker room
インフォメーション
レストラン
パトロール
入浴施設
スクール
レンタル
Rest room
トイレ
Rest room of wheelchair
establishing as an annex
Level 2
レベル1
Parking
「滑走禁止エリア」で救助・捜索活
動が発生した場合は、理由如何を
問わず、お客様に対し費用請求い
たしますので、
ご了承ください。
駐車場
Restaurant
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Hakuba 47 and Goryu are interlinked resorts. Both resorts are known for consistent
powder and great snow suitable for both skiers and boarders of any standard. Hakuba
47 has an excellent terrain park including a halfpipe and boardercross course. Night
skiing is open at Goryu until 10pm.
The terrain at Cortina is reasonably small compared to the nearby resorts. The
real treat for skiers and snowboarders here is the tree skiing.
Cortina usually receives more snowfall than other resorts
so on a powder day people flock to Cortina.
HAKUBA PROPERTIES
Marillen Hotel
The Marillen Hotel is a unique accommodation option in Hakuba in the fact that it is the only true ski
in/ski out property on the Happo One slopes. Its relaunched Austrian themed restaurant quickly
became one of Hakuba's most popular eating spots last season. This boutique hotel is only a
five-minute walk to the restaurants, shops and bars of the Happo village, arguably the best location in
Hakuba. Rooms range from twin or double rooms through to family sized quad rooms.
Price: $1695*
per person twin share
Save 15% on accomondation by booking before June 30.
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
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Hakuba Springs Hotel
Kick back in style in one of the top rated hotels on Trip Advisor in Hakuba. At the heart of Happo
Village, Hakuba Springs Hotel is in a prime location and is just a five-minute walk from Happo One Ski
Resort. Jack's Sports bar next to the lobby provides a relaxing Apres atmosphere. The large, modern
Western-style rooms are simply furnished and each have a private ensuite bathroom. After a long day
of activity, guests can soak in the Onsen (public hot-spring bath) or hot tub, or relax in the sauna.
Price: $1395*
per person twin share
Save 15% on accomondation by booking before June 30.
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
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Phoenix Chalets
Located in Wadano, Phoenix Chalets have stylish, spacious modern interiors and provide
the ultimate winter escape. There are both two and three bedroom apartments to choose
from. The Phoenix Chalets have two storeys, two or three large bathrooms and a huge bath
to soak in.
Price: $1895*
per person 6 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Early Bird Special:
Stay 7 pay 6, excluding high and peak season. Full payment required by August.
Phoenix Hotel
Phoenix is here to serve your every luxurious need. Located in the popular Wadano area at
the base of Happo One Resort, where much of the slope-side accommodation is located,
this property has been stylishly remodelled with 15 very comfortable well-appointed rooms,
featuring wide screen plasma TVs, Cable TV, iPod docks, high speed internet access and
the very best in Japanese and Western bedding.
Price: $1395*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Early Bird Special:
Stay 7 pay 6, excluding high and peak season. Full payment required by August.
*Indicative prices for Feb 20 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Luna Hotel
Hakuba Luna Hotel is a family-friendly hotel with the camaraderie of a ski lodge. It's in a
fantastic location in the Wadana Forest of Hakuba Village. The Sakka Chair lifts are two
minutes away, making it almost ski in/ski out. The Luna is across the road from a bus stop
with shuttles running to all the different resorts by day and different parts of the village by
night. It's also within walking distance to many of Wadano's local bars and restaurants.
The rooms have large Western beds with twin, triple and large family rooms available.
Price: $1395*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
‘Save 15% on accomondation by booking before June 30’.
The Lab
If you love to socialise and make the most of the nights as well as the days on your ski
holiday then The Lab is place for you. The feature of The Lab is the lounge and bar which
has a lively Apres session daily with many tales shared of the days skiing and snowboarding. The rooms are comfortable and clean, and the Happo One ski resort is only a 10
minute walk away, making The Lab the perfect budget holiday option in Hakuba.
Price: $895*
per person (bed in dorm room)
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Wagaya Chalet
Wagaya is only 500m to the Happo One Nakiyama Lifts.
Wagaya features three Western style bedrooms; including a master bedroom with a queen
size bed and ensuite bathroom. One bedroom with twin or queen bedding and one loft
bedroom that can accommodate up to four people (two twin beds and the option of adding
two fold-out beds.) There is also a large open plan kitchen area and full bathroom. There
are two large-srceen TVs, a comfortable lounge area with floor to ceiling windows so you
can enjoy spectacular views of the mountains.
Price: $1495*
per person 6 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Hakuba Mountain Apartments
Luxury apartments located in the upmarket Wadano area of Hakuba, only a short walk up
to the Sakka lift of Happo One, and a quick ski down from Sakka at the end of the day.
There are four and five bedroom apartments available, perfect for two families or large
groups of friends.
Price: $1235*
per person 10 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
*Indicative prices only for January 2014, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
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Phoenix One
Located in Wadano, Phoenix One is by far one of the most impressive ski chalets in Asia. It features:
three queen-sized beds and one bunk room to sleep four. All with heated mirrors and rain showers in
the en-suites. A fully equipped kitchen, including in built Nespresso coffee machine. Large open plan
dining area and spacious lounge area, leather sofas. Outdoor fireplace and veranda that looks out on
to your private forested area. Games area with Foosball table. Bose surround sound system throughout
the house including in the onsen and the gym area. WIFI.
Price on Inquiry
Located in Wadano, this self contained, three-storey cottage sleeps up to ten people. Two bedrooms are
fixed as triple rooms with three single beds in each room. The third bedroom is fixed as a twin room with two
single beds. The ski lifts are a flat ten minute walk away or cross the road and catch the free shuttle bus. This
property has all the modern appliances and great services including a daily free shuttle to the supermarket
and pick up/ drop off from the bus or train station. If you don’t feel like making breakfast before skiing, pop
next door and let Mimi’s restaurant do the cooking and cleaning for you (for an extra charge).
Price: $1495*
per person 8 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Perfect for groups or a
couple families travelling together.
‘Save 15% on accomondation by booking before June 30’.
Koharu
Located in Wadano, Koharu is ideal for families or groups of friends travelling together. The two
bedroom apartments sleep up to two adults and two children. Combining a perfect mix of style and
comfort these two bedroom apartments have been designed to provide a relaxing and tranquil
environment complete with modern facilities and conveniences such as a fully equipped kitchen,
washer/dryer, DVD player and LCD TV. A large living and dining area ensures a comfortable and flexible
social space for those evenings spent in.
Price: $1595*
Maki
per person 4 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Gakuto Villas
The Gakuto Villas are modern chic terraces located in the prestigious Wadano area of
Hakuba, only minutes walk to the Happo One ski area, restaurants, bars and onsens.
Each villa has its own ski storage room, heated bamboo flooring, fully equipped
kitchen, TV, free WIFI and ethanol fireplace amongst other features.
Price: $1295*
per person 4 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
*Indicative prices only for January 2014, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
Heidi Hof
The Heidi Hof is the hotel for those searching for a ‘home away from home’, with a
European-chalet feel and a certain charm that only comes with family owned and
run properties. The hotel is located in Echoland, only five minutes to shops,
restaurants and bars.
Price: $1245*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Brownies Villas
Perfect for families as each villa has two bedrooms, a bathroom and living area, and
the larger ones have a loft to give everyone just that little bit more space. Only a five
minute walk to the Echoland main street, plus a free shuttle bus stop at the front
doorstep.
Price: $4995*
family of 5
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Tokyu
Here you can find some of Hakuba’s best hotel rooms combined with scenic views
of Happo One, two top-class restaurants, extensive hot spring onsens and a ski hire
shop all in house.
Price: $1595*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Early Bird Special: Stay 7, Pay 6.
Log Cabin
This huge cabin sleeps up to 22 people in seven rooms, each room with its own
ensuite. There is a huge living area with a real fireplace and full kitchen. If you want
to take ALL of your friends on your ski holiday this is the place for you!
Price: $1075*
based on 20 people
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Perfect for groups or a
couple families travelling together.
NISEKO
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Stats
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• Beginner 30%, Intermediate 38%,
Advanced 32%.
• Top elevation 1,156m
• Base elevation 256m
• Vertical drop 900m
• 1 Gondola, 15 chairlifts
• Max gradient 40 degrees
• Average annual snowfall: 15m
• English speaking instructors: yes
• Mountain orientation: yes
• Backcountry guiding: yes
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How to get there
Staff Tips
• Go night skiing at Grand Hirafu
(included in your Niseko lift pass) - it has
arguably the best night skiing in the world.
• Stay in the lower village for better value, still
close to the lifts but much cheaper!
• Pack extra, extra warm clothes - it is very cold.
• Avoid the Chinese New Year Period,
accommodation is expensive and the
village is packed.
From Sapporo Chitose airport or
Sapporo city:
• 2.5 hours by train and bus - train to
Kutchan and bus to Hirafu. ($$)
• 3 hours by direct bus to Hirafu. ($)
Niseko is a well established tourism destination with great access (once you have
arrived in Sapporo), with direct buses leaving almost hourly during peak season.
When flying from Australia you will need to catch an extra flight up to Sapporo, as
opposed to accessing the resorts on the main island. Niseko is indisputably Japan’s
number one international ski resort, with the highest number of foreign visitors and the
best tourism infrastructure. The catalyst for all this is Hokkaido’s famously light and
fluffy powder snow, delivered by air systems over Siberia and made possible by
Niseko’s cold temperatures. If you are looking for a luxury ski holiday in Japan, Niseko
is the destination for you with a plethora of modern Western accommodation available.
Due to the large numbers of Australian tourists almost everything in town is in English,
and most staff speak English (if they aren’t Australians themselves), making it
extremely easy to get around town, order meals and organise extras such as ski hire,
lessons and tours.
Best time to go?
Niseko enjoys a longer season than its counterparts on the main island of Japan due
to its latitude, with consistent snowfall from early December to early April. The first two
weeks of March are a great time to go, it is still generally snowing heavily and consistently, and most accommodation is at a 30% discount to their January rates.
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The main ski areas in Niseko are Annupuri, Niseko Village, Grand Hirafu and Hanazono.
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Owashi Lodge
As far as budget accommodation goes in Niseko, Owashi Lodge cannot be beaten
for value. Only a five-minute walk to the slopes, twin share rooms, industrial kitchen,
two common areas and sociable bar set it apart from the rest.
Price: $895*
per person share
Price includes 5 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Green Leaf
The recent refurbishment of the Green Leaf Hotel has produced amazing results, garnering awards and
accolades since its launch in 2010. The refurbishment was orchestrated by New York firm Champalimaud
Design, the hotel reflects everything a winter break should stand for. The hotel has an inviting ski in/ski out
base, tranquil spa and natural onsen facilities, complimentary wifi and a fantastic variety of bar and dining
options featuring local seafood and seasonal Hokkaido produce.
Price: $1480*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Save up to 20% by booking before June 30.
M Lodge
The M Lodge is located right in the town centre of Hirafu village, meaning you will be right
amongst all the action staying here. This lodge is perfectly suited to those who want a
private room and bathroom while sticking to a budget.
Price: $1225*
per person share
Price includes 5 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Hilton
The Hilton Niseko Village is Niseko's premier ski in/ski out hotel, located at the base of Mt Annupuri. The Niseko village gondola base station is
directly adjacent to the hotel, carrying guests to the peak in only seven minutes! All of the hotel's luxurious rooms have stunning mountain views,
either of the ski resort or Mt Yotei through large full length windows. Other features found inside the guest rooms include an ensuite, LCD TV, bath
slippers and Yukata (Japanese cotton kimono). The hotel contains one of Japan's legendary onsen hot springs, with the baths giving full views
of Mt Yotei whilst you unwind in the hot water. Free access to the fitness centre and gym are also included, along with a full buffet breakfast each
morning. There is also a free shuttle into Hirafu day and night so you can experience the full range of restaurants, bars and shops in Niseko.
Price: $1550*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers.
Save up to 50% by booking before June 30.
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Akazora
Akazora boasts a stylish blend of Western and Japanese interior design elements,
with floor to ceiling windows and open kitchen, dining and living areas in the one
and two bedroom apartments. It also has an enviable central village location within
a five minute walk of dozens of restaurants.
Price: $1325*
per person 4 share
Price includes 6 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Landmark View
These deluxe apartments have arguably the best location in Niseko, only a short
two minute walk to the Hirafu gondola. This means you can be out the door and
skiing in five minutes! Modern furnishings, fantastic views, onsite reception desk
and deli located on the ground floor complete the package.
Price: $1775*
per person 4 share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Yamashizen
With lush, designer interiors, contemporary architecture and the latest in alpine materials,
Yamashizen offers superior levels of quality, comfort and privacy. Two and three bedroom
apartments enjoy spacious open plan kitchens with the latest European and Japanese
appliances.
Price: $1680*
per person 4 share
Price includes 6 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Gondola Chalets
Each of the 15 Gondola Chalets are a large four bedroom getaway in the heart of Hirafu,
on the doorstep of the Hirafu gondola. They feature magnificent views of the ski resort and
are big enough to fit a family or two!
Price: $1425*
per person 8 share
Price includes 6 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Kira Kira
The Loft
Kira Kira offers studio, two bedroom and three bedroom apartments, making it ideal for a range of group
sizes, from a comfortable studio suite for couples, to larger, open plan apartments for groups and families.
Kira Kira Apartments are located in a superb upper village location and close to all of Hirafu's facilities,
restaurants and bars. Each apartment has panoramic windows allowing maximum natural light. Striking,
modern interiors and furnishings for a truly rejuvenating retreat. Basement ski storage and drying rooms offer
secure storage at the end of the day's activities.
Price: $2150*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Save up to 15%
by booking before June 30.
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Shiki
This is luxury lifestyle accommodation in central Hirafu incorporating contemporary Japanese
aesthetics and premium furnishings and fittings. There are ski storage lockers, a large relaxing
lobby area and one of Niseko's most famous restaurants, Kamimura. Shiki Niseko is a five
minute walk to the beginner lift and close to many popular restaurants and bars, making it an
ideal base for your winter vacation.
Price: $2400*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Save up to 15% by booking before June 30.
Niseko’s newest luxury boutique property offers four loft-style, three bedroom
self-contained apartments, with amazing views of Mt Yotei. Loft Niseko is located in the
middle of the lower Hirafu village, just a few minutes walk to the lifts and many of the
villages’ restaurants.
Price: $2000*
per person 6 share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers
The Vale
Located at the base of the Ace Pair chair lift, the Vale is ski in / ski out hotel and apartments.
Featuring a concierge, onsen, outdoor pool, apres bar, cafe, restaurant, ski hire and ski
school next door. The Vale is perfectly suited to families or small groups who are looking for
a luxury self contained property in a great location.
Price: $2450*
per person 4 share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers
Save up to 20% by booking before June 30.
*Indicative prices only for February 2015,
contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
RUSUTSU
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Terrain Park:
Easy Access:
(from Aus capital cities)
Cost:
Nightlife:
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Variety of skiing/
snowboarding
Stats
• Top elevation 994m
• Base elevation 400m
• Vertical drop 594m
• Beginner 30%, Intermediate 40%,
Advanced 30%
• Max gradient 40 degrees
• 4 gondolas, 15 chairlifts
• English speaking instructors: yes
Staff Tips
• Perfect stopover before or after a Niseko trip.
• Spend 2 or 3 nights in Rusutsu - there is no
village and only one resort.
Price: from $1135*
7 Night Package / Twin share
Price includes 5 day multi resort lift pass and return
airport coach transfers
*Early Bird Special - book before 30th June to receive free lift passes.
Rusutsu is a typical ski resort born of the 1980s ski boom in Japan; that is, a large ski resort with a
large purpose built (and quirky) hotel at the base, and nothing else. Being only an hours bus ride from
Niseko, Rusutsu shares its neighbour's exceptional snowfall, however with much smaller crowds. It
is definitely a resort for the enthusiasts due to its ski in/ski out access to A-grade powder snow and
lack of nightlife.
Rusutsu Accommodation Packages
Stay in large Western style rooms right on the snow, with onsens, restaurants, bars and even a
swimming pool all within the hotel. Great for a family holiday or as an add-on to your Niseko stay.
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*Indicative prices only for January 2014, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
FURANO
Pistes:
Terrain Park:
Nightlife:
Variety of skiing/
snowboarding
Stats
• Beginner 40% Intermediate 40% Advanced 20%
• Longest run: 4km
• Lifts: 10 lifts including a 101 person ropeway
• Vertical Drop: 964m
• Terrain Park: yes
• English speaking instructors: yes
• Suited to families: yes
Furano has well developed amenities and services including fast lifts, ski rental, relaxing hot springs
and modern hotels. It still holds the authenticity of Japan, but with adequate comforts for holiday
makers.
7 night package, at the Furano New Prince Hotel
(one minute walk to the Ropeway) includes 5 day lift pass and
return transfers.
Price: from $1120*
Per person twin share
*Indicative prices only for February 2015,
contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Furano is located in central Hokkaido and is easily accessed by a three-hour bus ride from New
Chitose Airport. Those who love corduroy will love Furano.
The grooming is near perfect with different degrees of difficulty. Furano maintains a strict ‘no
off-piste’ policy, though it's done by nearly all. Furano receives less average snowfall than Niseko
and Rusutsu, about eight metres, but the snow quality is known to be lighter and fluffier. It also has
more blue/sunny days than any other resort in Hokkaido offering spectacular views.
Tips: Furano is a great stop over before or after a trip to Niseko.
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NOZAWA ONSEN
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Terrain Park:
Easy Access:
(from Aus capital cities)
Cost:
Nightlife:
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Variety of skining/
snowboarding
Stats
• Top elevation: 1,650m
• Base elevation: 565m
• Vertical drop: 1,085m
• Beginner 40%, Intermediate 30%,
Advanced 30%
• Max gradient 39 degrees
• Average annual snowfall: 10m
• 2 gondolas, 18 chairlifts
• English lessons: private only.
Nozawa Onsen has a timeless Japanese charm with ryokan inns and souvenir shops lining
the narrow streets and hot spring onsens scattered throughout the village. These onsens
flow from 30 sources, which means each onsen contains a different set of minerals. There
are 13 free public access onsens, and most of the accommodation in Nozawa Onsen has
its own. Along with its onsens the town is most famous for its Dosojin Fire Festival held on
the 15th of January every year. This involves the men of the village battling each other to
burn down a huge wooden tower, a truly unique spectacle to witness!
Staff Tips
• Book early if you want to stay during Nozawa's famous Fire Festival on the 15th of January.
• Take waterproof shoes for the evenings. Heavy snow + heated roads = big puddles
• Don’t worry about getting a room with a shower, there are 13 free public onsens and most of the
accommodation in Nozawa Onsen also have their own onsen.
• Avoid the weekends if possible.
• Eat early, after 9pm it’s hard to find a meal.
• Take a walk and get lost in this tiny village, you might just find some wonderful temples.
• Climb the observatory near the top of Sky Line Link for breathtaking views.
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NOZAWA ONSEN
SKI AREA MAP
Nozawa Onsen town guide map
Nozawa is a traditional Japanese onsen village with charming narrow streets lined with
onsens, ryokans, souvenir shops, restaurants and bars. Nozawa Village is a little hilly, but
luckily the year round moving walkway helps you up the hill to the chairlift. It is well catered for
tourists, but it isn't a purpose built ski village with grand western style hotels so prepare to fully
experience the Japanese culture.
Jon Nobi
This property is the premier deluxe option in Nozawa Onsen, with well-appointed
Japanese style rooms and arguably the best location in the village. There is also a
popular restaurant downstairs, along with an in-house onsen.
Price: $1595*
per person twin share
Nozawa Onsen Trail Map
Nozawa Onsen is made up of just one ski resort. Equally good for beginner, intermediate and
advanced riders.
Address Nozawa
Address Nozawa's newly refurbished serviced apartment style lodging is the first of its
kind in the village and provides the comfort to relax and experience the life of a traditional
Japanese village. All self-contained apartments feature fully equipped kitchenette, stylish
furniture and modern technology.
Price: $1695*
per person twin studio share
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
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Ryokan Sakaya
Ryokan Sakaya is the premier Japanese style hotel in Nozawa Onsen. The hotel boasts an
exquisite level of service and the food in the Japanese restaurant is exceptional. The hotel’s
thermal hot springs (both indoor and outdoor) are among the best in Japan and perfect for
a relaxing soak after a day skiing in the Japanese Alps. A washer and dryer are available for
guest use, as is an internet terminal and a sauna.
Price: $1850*
per person twin share
Gasthof Schi Heil
Kawamotoya
All of the rooms at Kawamotoya Ryokan are Japanese tatami style with futon bedding.
There are standard size tatami rooms, deluxe size tatami rooms and family size tatami
rooms. Premium rooms are on the fourth and fifth floors with great views of the village and
mountains.
Price: $1180*
per person twin share
Seisenso
The Gasthof Schi Heil is located right in the centre of the village and features Western style
bedding in its rooms. This small hotel is perfect for those on a budget who want to stay right
amongst the action in Nozawa.
Seisenso is located in a very convenient location in the Nozawa Onsen Village. After a day
on the slopes enjoy generously sized evening meals and soak in the natural onsen, open 24
hours a day.
Price: $1270*
Price: $1000*
per person twin share
per person twin share
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
MYOKO KOGEN
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Easy Access:
Cost:
Nightlife:
Why ski or snowboard in Myoko?
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Myoko is one of Japan’s best kept secrets, offering some of the best skiing and boarding in Japan. Myoko Kogen
boasts a massive annual average snowfall of more than 13m of soft deep powder. The Myoko ski area is one of the
largest in Japan.
Location and Access?
Myoko is less than an hours drive north of Nagano City. Take the bullet train to Nagano from Tokyo and then a direct
bus to the resort or get a Chuo taxi (a shared van) that will pick you up at the airport and take you to your
accommodation. Akakura Onsen, one of the main ski areas in Myoko has many ski in/ski out accommodation
options.
Food and Drink?
On the mountain you’ll find heaps of Japanese eateries. Off the mountain you’ll find restaurants serving reasonably
priced traditional Japanese meals, pizza and pasta. Most hotels also include a Japanese or Western breakfast.
There’s a couple of bars to keep you entertained, but if you are heading to Myoko it is definitely for the bottomless
powder and rich culture and less about the party scene.
Quick Stats: Akakura Kanko
• Top Elevation: 1,500m
• Base Elevation: 700m
• Vertical Drop: 800m
• Max Gradient 32 degrees
• Beginner 40% Intermediate 40% Advanced 20%
• Average Annual snowfall: 13m • 1 gondola, 7 lifts (5 linked resorts)
• Both group and private English ski and snowboard lessons are available
Did you know?
The first tracks were made on Mt Myoko in 1911. The Akakura Resort was established in the 1930s as Japan's first
international mountain resort. This makes it one of the oldest established ski areas in the world. It was also a
traditional retreat of Japan's Imperial Family for many years.
Liquid Snow Tours staff tips:
• Stay near Akakura Kanko or Akakura Onsen resort where most visitors tend to base themselves.
• If you're an experienced skier visit Seki Onsen on a powder day.
• Pack your phrase book or download a language app.
• If you plan to ride backcountry, be sure to take your own equipment. A backcountry guide can
also be arranged in Myoko.
Photo Credit: Damien St Pierre, Myoko Snowsports and Matt Hull, Myoko Snowsports.
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Akakura Kanko
Established in 1937, the Akakura Kanko Hotel was one of the first European-style ski resorts in Japan. The Hotel has
52 comfortable, spacious guest rooms, both Western and Japanese, each with panoramic mountain views. Two
different mineral hot springs provide unique properties to sooth and invigorate. Swim in our indoor pool, with
spectacular views of the ski slopes. The entire Hotel was recently extensively renovated, keeping its special style while
ensuring the highest levels of quality and service.
Price: $2150*
per person share twin share
Price includes a 5 day lift pass and return airport transfers.
Oyado Furuya is an upmarket Japanese style hotel located right in the middle of town, less than a five-minute
walk to the various restaurants and shops in the village. There are both Japanese and Western style rooms available,
with a limited number of deluxe rooms that feature a private onsen and a view of the village and mountains. The
in-house onsen is one of the most luxurious in Myoko Kogen. The hotel also has a dry room with ski
equipment storage, a restaurant and free wifi.
Price: $1400*
per person twin share
Price includes a 5 day lift pass and return airport transfers.
Kougakuro
Kougakuro is a Japanese-style ryokan offering traditional hot springs and a Japanese-style vacation experience. The ski
hills are a three minute walk away, and there is a cosy bar with a fireplace for when you return after a day on the slopes.
There is wireless internet available throughout the hotel, and other shops and restaurants in the Akakura Onsen area are
nearby. The hotel is an amazing 115 years old, and has stunning views out to Sado Island as well as the surrounding
mountains.
Price: $1150*
Oyado Furuya
Mountain Map
There are 4 main resorts in Myoko (within 10-40 minutes of each other) that can be easily accessed by a free shuttle
bus. Another three can be accessed via a private shuttle/taxi. Guests more commonly ski the interlinked resorts
Akakura Onsen/Kanko and then day trip to others nearby.
per person with share
Price includes a 5 day lift pass and return airport transfers.
*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
MADARAO
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Easy Access:
Cost:
Terrain Park:
- our secret gem
Nightlife:
Madarao and Tangram are two separate resorts that share a mountain, on the North-West
face you have Tangram and on the North-East sits Madarao. The two resorts join at the
top ridge, which on a blue-bird day has the most spectacular view. Madarao has several
designated tree skiing areas that are super fun and give you fresh lines for hours.
Location and Access
From Tokyo take the Bullet Train to Nagano and then a direct bus to Madarao. The resort
is located close to Nozawa Onsen, Myoko Kogen and Shiga Kogen.
Mountain Map
Don't forget your camera for photos at the summit!
Stats
• Snowfall 13-16m
• Vertical Drop: 428m
• Top elevation: 1328
• Terrain: Beginner 30% Intermediate 40% Advanced 30%
Staff Tips
• There's not much nightlife in Madarao so if you're after some evening entertainment,
stay in Nozawa and day trip over to Madarao.
• If you like your nightlife then we suggest you visit the mountain for just a few days.
Ask us about creating a package so you too can enjoy Madarao.
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SHIGA KOGEN
Stats
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Terrain Park:
Easy Access:
• Top elevation 2,305m
• Bottom elevation 1,340m
• Vertical drop 965m
• Beginner 46%, Intermediate 40%, Advanced 14%
• Max gradient 36 degrees
• Average annual snowfall: 12m
• 4 gondolas, 51 chairlifts
• English speaking instructors: yes
(from Aus capital cities)
Cost:
Nightlife:
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Variety of skiing/
snowboarding
Staff Tips
• Take a trail map with you, it's the biggest ski area in Japan
• Close your windows when you go out for the day,
wild monkeys roam Shiga looking for snacks
• Dinner and Apres drinks are very limited, make sure you
check your hotel has a good restaurant
• Don’t forget Okushigakogen is skiers only
Villa Ichinose
Conveniently located at the centre of the Ichinose
village and directly in front of one of Shiga
Kogen’s many ski slopes. Rooms are offered in
either traditional Japanese style with tatami mat
and futon bedding or Western style. All rooms
have toilet and sink and there is a natural onsen
on-site.
Price: $1175*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day lift pass and return airport coach transfers from Narita Airport
Chalet Shiga
Chalet Shiga features comfortable Japanese and
Western style rooms, all with ensuite. It is across
the road from the ski slopes, and also has its own
sports bar serving local Shiga Kogen beer on tap
along with European whiskey.
Price: $1195*
per person twin share
Price includes 5 day Niseko United lift pass and return airport coach transfers
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Shiga Kogen is Japan’s largest ski resort with 21 ski fields and 55 lifts
and gondolas all interlinked and able to be accessed on the one
pass. Shiga Kogen has the highest elevation of the main Nagano
prefecture ski resorts, which means the snow is always high quality,
and more so than the other resorts when the temperature starts to
rise. The world famous Jigokudani snow monkeys are only a short
trip away, creating the opportunity for a perfect rest day activity.
APPI KOGEN
Pistes:
Powder:
Family Friendly:
Terrain Park:
Easy Access:
(from Aus capital cities)
Cost:
Nightlife:
Uncrowded:
Availability of
Western
accommodation:
Variety of skiing/
snowboarding
Appi Kogen is a part of the Tohoku area, near the Northern end of Honshu, Japan’s main
island. It is a large resort with 282 hectares of skiable terrain, and is also complemented by
a huge hotel at the base with all the Western amenities you could ask for. Appi Kogen is
perfect for families with long open runs that are expertly groomed each night. There are
gentle and winding slopes well suited to a family learning to ski together.
7 night accommodation package includes a 5 day lift
pass, breakfast daily and free swimming pool access.
Stay 7 nights and pay only for 6 nights, plus receive a
free lift pass if you book before November 30th.
$1,195 per person twin share.
*Indicative prices only for February 2015,
contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote.
Stats
• Top elevation 1,328m
• Base elevation 523m
• Vertical drop 805m
• Beginner 30%, Intermediate 40%, Advanced 30%
• 2 gondolas, 14 chairlifts
Location And Access:
From Tokyo the easiest way to travel to Appi is via Bullet Train (two hours) to Morioka Station
and then catch the bus directly to Appi resort (40 minutes).
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TOKYO
It would be a sin to travel to Japan and not spend some time in the
world’s largest city, with over 34 million people in the immediate Kanto
area. Not only is Tokyo huge it is super quirky and bursting with unique
experiences. Some highly recommended spots are:
Ueno: experience some Japanese history and culture in the art galleries and museums.
Asakusa: get a glimpse of ‘Old Edo’ where you can find temples and shrines steeped in tradition.
Imperial Palace: enjoy the natural beauty, massive stone walls and quiet moats, easily accessed
from Tokyo station.
Party spots: if you are looking for a fun night out Tokyo is full of good spots. Shibuya has an
abundance of bars, and the superclub Ageha is one not to miss on a Saturday night.
Tsukiji fish market: get up bright and early to see the world’s largest fish markets in full swing.
Jimbocho: for all your ski and snowboard needs.
Citadines Shinjuku
Located close by to Shinjuku station, Tokyo’s largest
subway station, this is a perfect base to explore the city.
Our preferred mid range option in Tokyo.
Price: from $95*
per person per night twin share
Keio Plaza
Western style deluxe accommodation in Shinjuku if you
are looking for a more upmarket stay. Only minutes walk
to to Shinjuku station.
Price: from $125*
per person per night twin share
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*Indicative prices only for February 2015, contact Liquid Snow Tours for an exact quote
Extend your stay in Japan
with a two or three night
add on package.
There’s literally hundreds of ski resorts in Japan. After many hours of product testing
in the Japanese ski fields the staff of Liquid Snow Tours have put together their pick
of add-on ski resorts to ensure you’re getting the most out of your Japan snow trip.
The resorts featured as ‘add on packages’ are smaller than the two largest ski
resorts of Hakuba and Niseko, however they are definitely worth the visit. A two or
three night stay would be the perfect addition to any seven night package. Add on
packages start from $400, but like any of the Liquid Snow Tours packages they can
be customised to suit your travel needs.
Cortina
Hakuba’s freeriding Mecca located 30 minutes from the main village. Staying in the ski in/ski out Green Plaza
hotel will guarantee first tracks each morning!
Myoko Kogen
Myoko Kogen is only a 2 hour drive from Hakuba, however its closer location to the sea and elevation give it
a slightly different snowfall pattern to Hakuba.
Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa Onsen is a quaint skiing village steeped in tradition, from the hot spring onsens to the izakayas and
the ryokans. Most of the village is within an easy walk of the 20-chairlift resort which has plenty of powder
runs to satisfy the most avid powderhound. See page 20 for more information on Nozawa.
Madarao
Madarao is a mid-sized resort that features great tree skiing and reasonably steep bowls if you want them. A
few days at Madarao would be more than enough, though it also connects on top with another resort
Tangram so you could experience both resorts if you wanted. More info on Madarao is available on page 25.
Rusutsu
Rusutsu is blessed with the same light dry powder. However it lacks the crowds that can sometimes be an
issue in Niseko. Only a 60 minute bus trip from Niseko (and closer to Sapporo airport than Niseko) a 2 or 3
night stopover in Rusutsu after a stay in Niseko is the perfect cap-off to a powder trip. For more info on
Rusutsu see page 18 of this booklet.
Furano
Furano is located in central Hokkaido and is easily accessed by a 3 hour bus ride from New Chitose Airport.
Those who love groomers will love Furano. If you’re heading to Niseko, but want to experience a little more
of the Japanese ski resorts Furano is a really fun resort to check out – also great for the families. Also great
for the families. See page 19 for more information.
See you in Japan
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"We got back from Japan and I would like you to say thank you for your excellent service. Shiga Kogen was fantastic,
skiing facilities were just wonderful with lots of good powder snow... Once again, thank you for your very professional
service and guidance for our skiing holiday in Japan."
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