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The Niseko ski resort offers a wide range of winter services to cater to the needs of every customer. Transportation to and from Sapporo (Chitose) airport is readily available and ranges from regularly scheduled coach buses to luxury private vehicles. Once you are in the resort, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy.
Hone your skiing and snowboarding skills with a ski lesson from NISS, rent top of the line ski and snowboard equipment from DEMO, enjoy a relaxing massage, or leave the kids with a fully licensed babysitter and enjoy some of Niseko’s best restaurants. Whatever you require, you will find it in Niseko!
Coach transfers
Big Runs/Resortliner Bus Services have dedicated staff and transfer desk, simply make your way to the counter located in the domestic terminal and sign in(*).
Transfer by coach to Niseko takes 3hrs 20min and may stop in Rusutsu on the way to Niseko. Fares are
- 3,000 yen per person one way
- 2,000 yen per child one way (11yrs and under)
Direct Chitose Airport to Niseko coach transfers (**) take 2hrs 30min. Fares are
- 6,000 yen per person one way
- 4,000 yen per child one way (12yrs and under) (Kids 3yrs and under are free)
(*) No ticket required as all coach transfers are booked in advance. Bookings will be under the same name you used to make your NPC booking.
(**) Niseko Shuttle Bus staff will greet you at your arrival gate and direct you to your coach transfer.
Private transfers
The convenience of a private transfer ensures that there is no waiting at the airport, comfortable transportation and flexibility. All private transfers will meet and greet you on arrival to Chitose airport and deliver you to your accommodation.
- 2 person private transfer – 28,000 yen
- 5 person private SUV transfer – 42,000 yen
- 7 person private transfer – 39,000 yen
- 14 person private transfer – 45,000 yen
- 21 person private Mini coach transfer – 50,000 yen
- 49 person private luxury coach transfer – 55,000 yen
Lift passes
All Mountain Lift Passes
The all mountain lift pass grants you access to all four mountains making up the Niseko United Area.
- Children 6yrs and under ski for free! (be sure to take your passport to the ticket office located by the lifts)
- Child passes are for ages 7yrs and 12yrs.
- Teen passes are for ages 13yrs to 15yrs and seniors (60yrs & over).
- Adult passes are for ages 16yrs and over.
March Family Campaign
The March Family Campaign offers a 20% discount on NMS accommodation(*) and FREE lift passes for children between the ages of 7 – 12 years old. The March Family Campaign is valid for bookings arriving between March 1st, 2013and March 31st, 2013.
(*) Suiboku, Shinrin Lodge are not entitled to the 20% discount
DEMO ski rentals
For the 2012/13 season DEMO is proud to offer an extensive selection of skis, snowboards, and boots most suited for the snow and terrain in Niseko. The DEMO rental fleet consists of the latest winter technical gear from the world’s leading brands such as K2, Salomon, Line, Head, Rossignol, and Burton. Demo also carries a full range of children’s equipment suited for all ages and abilities.
For the 2012/13 winter DEMO is offering FREE ski storage for all customers who hire their equipment through The Vale Snowsports store, which is located at the base of the Ace Family pair lift. Customers will be able to store their skis & poles and snowboards(*) each evening!
(*) customers are not able to store their ski boots or snowboard boots.
NISS ski lessons
Niseko International Snowsports School offers qualified and experienced instructors that provide fun, learning and safety on your Niseko/Hanazono snow holiday.
NISS Private Program
NISS offers an extensive, flexible, and highly personalised Private Program(*) that is suitable for all ages and abilities. The NISS private program is the best way to have you up and exploring all Niseko has to offer in the shortest time!
NISS also offers a great range of Kid specialist private lessons(*).
(*) Each program can have up to 6 participants for no extra cost.
NISS Group Lesson Programs
Tictac Kids Club (3—6 Years)
Tictac Kids Club is pure fun for little skiers, whether it’s their first time or they can already ski. Your child will be taught under the safety of a qualified NISS Instructor who ensures they have the best guidance and care available.
Yuki Skiers & Boarders Workshop (7—14 Years)
This program is designed to ensure kids get the most out of the experience by gaining essential skiing and boarding skills while having loads of fun in a safe learning environment under expert supervision.
Adult Group Programs
Class Lessons are great fun and provide a wonderful opportunity to meet new people! Whether it’s your first time skiing or you are a powder expert, we will refine your skills to ensure you get the most out of your skiing.
NISS’ group programs are available 7 days a week from December 8th 2012 through to April 7th 2013.
Registration for NISS Kids Programs
- Registration for all NISS Kids lessons is at 9.15am
- Greeting & Grading for all NISS Kids lessons starts at 9.45am
- Pick up for all NISS Kids lessons is 3:30pm
For multi day discounts, lesson days must be continuous and must be purchased in the same transaction.
Babysitting
Niseko Powder Connection can help arrange an in-house babysitter during your stay in Niseko. Day and night-time babysitting is available. All babysitters are fully insured and have experience with children of all ages.
Pricing
2,500jpy for the first 3hrs then 2,000jpy for each additional hour(*) (minimum 3hr booking required)
(*) additional charges apply for multiple children under 12months and on peak dates.
Please contact us for more details
Food orders
Arriving late or don’t fancy a trip to Kutchan? Niseko Powder Connection has a few options for guests looking for food items that can be arranged in advance for their stay. Booking in advance guarantees these items will be at your accommodation ready for you on check in.
For a more gourmet food menu please fill out the attached spreadsheet and send it to your reservation agent. We will then confirm if anything is unavailable.
For more of your staple items please follow the link below and order directly with Niseko Gourmet
Please note orders within 3 days may not be able to be filled. Surcharges also apply for deliveries with in 7 days.
Wine Packs
This year Niseko Powder Connection is offering a selection of fine wines that can be ordered in advance or during your stay. The wines are carefully selected from the best Australian and New Zealand reds and whites. Wines can be order by the case or individually. The wine packs (12 bottles) available are listed below.
- Premium Dozen – 31,000jpy
- Magic Reds – 28,200jpy
- Easy Drinking – 21,000jpy
- The All Black pack – 21,600jpy
Please contact us for more information
Rental car
Niseko is convenient to walk around but some skiers like to stretch their legs and explore the surrounding area! Car rental is an inexpensive and convenient option for those who are comfortable driving in the snow and wish to explore.
Information and online bookings (Chitose Airport pick up only) can be made through the Toyota rent a car website. For all other Car rental pick up locations please contact your reservation agent for pricing and availability.
Day Tours
Do not feel like skiing? Niseko Powder Connection can help arrange Day tours to many popular locations around Niseko. Take one of our below organized tours or customize your own tour and enjoy everything Hokkaido has to offer.
Contact Niseko Powder Connection for more information.
Otaru
Otaru is famous for its canals and glass factories. On this day trip, you’ll get to see the best of what Otaru has to offer. View the famous, romantic and scenic canal, tour the Music Box museum, visit a glass factory, and tour the Nikka Whiskey factory as well as a Sake brewery.
Approximately a 7 hour trip (time will vary depending on road conditions).
- Small taxi (up to 4 people): ¥37,000
- Jumbo taxi (up to 9 people): ¥52,000
Noboribetsu
Noboribetsu is famous for its hot springs, but this isn’t the only activity available here, Jigokudani- often called “Hell Valley” is a valley filled with still active volcanic vents; the boiling water running through it gives off a thick, sulfurous smell and is quite a sight at any time of the year. Noboribetsu is also home to the Date-Jidaimura theme park, recreating an Edo-period villiage complete with actors playing the parts of various villagers. On the scenic route to and from Noboribetsu, you’ll also be able to view Lake Toya.
About an 8 hour trip (time will vary depending on road conditions).
- Small taxi (up to 4 people): ¥43,000
- Jumbo taxi (up to 9 people): ¥59,000
Lake Toya
The Lake Toya tour is not only scenic, but informative too. You’ll visit the Lake Toya visitor center and volcano museum. Afterward, you’ll visit Mt. Usu, which last erupted in 2000, causing widespread evacuations. You can also ride a cable car up Mt. Show Shin-zan, which first appeared in a farmer’s field in 1943 and now stands over 400m (and still growing), where you can view the active volcanic crater. On the way back you’ll stop at Lake Hill Farm, well known for its ice cream.
About a 5 hour trip (time will vary depending on road conditions).
- Small taxi (up to 4 people): ¥26,500
- Jumbo taxi (up to 9 people): ¥37,000
Sapporo City
Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido, was the location of the 1972 Winter Olympics. The tour will take you to the Mt. Okura ski jump hill and the Sapporo Winter Sports Museum. You’ll also see several historical buildings such as the famous Tokeidai clock tower and the Old Hokkaido Government Building. No trip to Sapporo is complete without sampling the shopping available or a visit to the Sapporo Beer Museum.
About an 8 hour trip (time will vary depending on road conditions).
- Small taxi (up to 4 people): ¥43,000
- Jumbo taxi (up to 9 people): ¥59,000