- Hakuba
- 11 Oct 2022
Top 3 Hiking Routes to enjoy Autumn Foliage you should never miss in Hakuba
Japan possesses magnificent geographical and natural resources for nature lovers. Mountains, beautiful seas, national parks, thermal baths (onsen) offer a great opportunity for travellers to see the country from a richer perspective. Located in Nagano Prefecture, in the Northern Alps of Japan, Hakuba is known as one of the popular and frequently visited ski [...]
- Hakuba
- 18 Jan 2022
Where to eat in Hakuba? Top restaurants to try
There are a wide range of Hakuba restaurants and bars in Happo and Wadano. No doubt you may have heard good things about the food scene in Japan. The country is home to some of the pickiest eaters in the world. Our favorite destination in the Japanese Alps Hakuba produces an impressive array of cuisines [...]
- Furano
- 25 Mar 2021
Dreaming of a white winter? Book your next Japow Holiday & Save
With an epic season of endless snowfall coming to a close, now is the time to book your next JAPOW winter vacation. True powderhounds know that early birds get first tracks. Right now Zekkei Collection members can enjoy up to 30% off Early Bird specials toward an unforgettable luxury stay in powder paradise. Book your [...]
- Hakuba
- 23 Feb 2021
MATSUMOTO: CITY OF HISTORY & CULTURE
Less than two hours from Hakuba is Matsumoto City, a prominent castle town with rich history dating back to the 16th century. Here are some of our recommended sights and experiences to make the most of your day in the city. Matsumoto Castle (AKA Matsumoto-jo or Crow Castle) Considered one of Japan’s National Treasures, Matsumoto [...]
- Hakuba
- 22 Feb 2021
The Ultimate Guide to Hakuba Backcountry
Hakuba area (Ushiro-Tateyama mountain range) is one of the most famous backcountry destinations in Japan. Located on the western end of Japan’s main island of Honshu, Hakuba is a picturesque valley in the heart of the Japanese Alps. Its close proximity to the Sea of Japan means the area is blessed with plenty of fresh [...]
- Furano
- 22 Jan 2021
The Ski Project Presents: Winter Edits
The Ski Project embodies style, chic and comfort throughout their ski-set lifestyle brand which transitions seamlessly on and off the slopes. Their most popular ski-suits, the Cordova and Goldbergh, are slim fit and figure-flattering while providing warmth and comfort for you whole body. No worries of snow getting trapped under your jumper or inside your [...]
- Hakuba
- 01 Jul 2019
The ultimate Hakuba summer bucket list
Step outside the city and a different world unfolds. Cheers to Japan’s great outdoors. A morning’s commute (a 100-minute bullet train ride and another hour’s drive) leaves behind Tokyo’s overpacked humanity to the scenic resort town of Hakuba. It was the 1998 Winter Olympic Games in Nagano that put Hakuba Valley on the map as a [...]
- Furano
- 01 May 2018
4 things we learned planning summer trips as a family
Come together once in a while and get to know each other. A memorable family vacation is many things. There is experience, always the best teacher that brings school lessons to life. There is fun. There are tantrums. You chat, you laugh, you share things and you bond on a family adventure. Well versed in [...]
- Furano
- 20 Mar 2018
4 winter resorts that come to life in summer
POSTCARD-WORTHY SCENERY GUARANTEED. Yes, summer is the new boom season for ski towns! These destinations are best known as ski resorts, but they shine just as brightly through summer. Not only ideal for lazy retreats, they are also packed with more adventurous ways to unwind! So choose your mountain playground for that upcoming vacation you [...]
- Furano
- 10 Aug 2017
10 of the most over-the-top vacation homes
Sometimes more is more. All-inclusive holidays can take many forms. Whether their own clifftop playgrounds, protected game reserves, private beaches, or exclusive part of larger resorts, these unique retreats share certain things: sublime privacy, top-notch staff and big-ticket amenities. Be sure to pack your designer luggage for these over-the-top (and some of the most expensive) [...]