Offering great vistas of Mt Yotei, Japan's homey Niseko Country Resort is just a few minutes from Hirafu Village, gateway to the Grand Hirafu snowfield. These modern western style chalets with Japanese influence offer easy access to the slopes as well as the stunning culture that has made Hokkaido famous. The first snow was on the mountain 26 September. That should signal a great season ahead. Traditionally, the snowfields remain covered with fresh powder from mid-November to late April. Australians, New Zealanders and Japanese all flock here during the long winter enjoying the fabulous powder that Forbes Traveler magazine rated "the 2nd Snowiest Resort in the World." English-speaking ski instructors, ski-rental equipment and food servers make for maximum enjoyment of your holiday. Niseko Country Resort is a few minutes by shuttle bus from Family Lift, Hirafu Lift, and Hirafu Gondola. An All Mountain Pass will complete your holiday and offers to three mountains, plus incredible night skiing every day until 9pm.