Category: Travel

THE JEWEL OF NISEKO

ZEKKEI’S NEW FLAGSHIP DEVELOPMENT IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN IN DEC 2022 Encounter a kaleidoscope of wonder at Intuition, Niseko's premier mixed luxury condo-hotel and villa concept, where carefully curated luxury furnishings coexist with the latest technology to create a hotel experience unlike any other. Nestled in a tranquil forest overlooking the magnificent Mount Yotei, Intuition [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

The Ski Project Presents: Winter Edits

January 22, 2021 16:46
ZEKKEI
Furano, Hakuba, Niseko, Travel, Whistler
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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 [...]

Niseko enjoying a truly epic season

Season after season, Niseko is inundated by light and fluffy powder snow. The sheer volume of Niseko’s #japow is what separates one season from the last. It is safe to say that this season’s snowfall has been epic. The monthly-observed snowfall for December 2020 was 348 cm - over 11 feet! Driving through streets in [...]

Top 5 Onsen Escapes in Hokkaido

SOAK IN RUSTIC, HEALING HOT SPRINGS SURROUNDED BY NATURE: TOP 5 ONSEN ESCAPES IN THE GREATER NISEKO AREA The volcanic landscape of Hokkaido makes for incredible geo-thermal oases with hot springs dotting the island. Fortunately, large concentrations of mineral-rich hot springs are bountiful in Niseko and just beyond. Whether you are sore from a long day [...]

Zekkei’s guide to Niseko 2020

This winter is poised to be the most happening in Niseko yet. With a variety of new vacation rentals welcoming their first guests, exciting expansions of visitor facilities and recent enhancement of premium services, here we take a closer look at what to expect the next time you step foot on Hokkaido‘s alpine wonderland. Hirafu main street power lines gone [...]

Building your own wellness retreat to Ubud, Bali? We round up a few must-dos

In the center of Bali is a popular art village that is Ubud, a scenic tourist charmer that health nuts and luxury seekers alike come to relax, cleanse and heal. Just an hour away from the party central down south, Ubud offers a different type of travel, one that doesn’t rush you through all the [...]

Nozawaonsen is the up-and-coming Japan destination you should check out soon

On our ever-growing list of must-visit travel destinations, Niseko and Koh Samui are among the tried and true gems, while there are always new, lesser-known hotspots emerging. 21 years since the 1998 Winter Olympics, Nagano has secured its reputation as a premier winter sports destination. While Hakuba is already firmly on our radar for a [...]

9 beautiful day trip destinations in Hokkaido

Visitng Hokkaido this summer? The largest and northernmost prefecture in Japan offers a rich variety of landscapes. It takes time to get to these beautiful places — but the payoff is well worth it. Based in Furano Tokachi Millennium Forest Forest Garden If there is one place you really get to know in Hokkaido, it [...]

7 wellness retreats for every type of self-care vacation

August 15, 2019 00:00
ZEKKEI
Bali, Koh Samui, Laos, Phuket, Sri Lanka, Travel
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Time to let go of our daily stressors… Travel is as much self-indulgence as it is self-care. Away from routines and buzzing phones, a few days of nap-inducing massage, physical exercise, plenaty of sun and healthy eating is just what the doctor ordered. Start packing and book the ultimate health and wellness vacation to rejuvenate [...]

4 family-fun things to do in Furano this summer

Summer is almost here, which means it is time to start planning our vacation. First on our wish list is to soak up the sum in Hokkaido, again (I know), because there is something about the access to nature and the irresistible food that being on the gorgeous wild northern island will bring. To families who [...]

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 [...]

Choosing your Phuket beaches: One for every mood

Phuket is a little piece of paradise blessed with a good mix of developed beaches popular with visitors, and also a few hidden gems where you can almost, briefly, be alone. Since 2014 when the government closed down most businesses on the west coast - due to them unspoiled beaches, bays and coves being too [...]

Sri Lanka itinerary: Make the most of the island in 10 days

Day 1-2Negombo and Colombo Those who travel to Sri Lanka often head straight to the beaches, safari tours and tea estates, without stopping to appreciate the island's commercial capital city, Colombo, which has been recently pipped for a big-ticket renovation meant to rival Hong Kong and Dubai, and the modest beach town of Negombo just [...]

Discover Furano, Hokkaido’s winter hidden gem

There is no “perfect” or “the best” winter destination as such, while there are best ones for you. Though less known for skiing than Niseko, Furano is preferred by some seasoned Japan-bound skiers as there is more fresh powder minus the crowd. Some international skiers also believe Furano offers more Japanese culture while Niseko feels [...]

Where to stay in Koh Samui: Guide to choosing your beach

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5 Fun Festivals To See in Hokkaido Summer 2019

Japan has a new emperor and a new imperial era, and do we look forward to those new colors and looks in the streets and dashi festival carts this year! One would imagine we have quite a travel bucket list, as we plan other people's vacations for a living, after all. We daydream and talk [...]

5 modern hotels in Niseko you should book ahead for winter

Ah, Niseko. There is no skiing like it. Hirafu is our favorite village in the ski town, a great jumping off point for exploring some of the world’s best powder, and the resort-esqe way of life that is synonymous with Niseko. When it comes to planning a ski trip to the popular destination, many like [...]