What On For Xmas/New year’s 2024/25 in Niseko, Furano and Hakuba
‘You coming to family Christmas this year?’ ‘Nahhhh, heading to JaPow again…’ Even if you’re out of the country on a fam holiday this Xmas break, it’s still Christmas! Time to celebrate! No matter if you’re shredding powder in Niseko, Furano or Hakuba for the 2024/25 Christmas/New Year’s (Oshogatsu) break, you’ll have a tonne of […]
Valet Services In Niseko
You’ve been out carving all day, your feet are killing you, and now you need to lug all of your gear back to your accommodation. It’s not an ideal situation. Luckily, Niseko offers a lot of different valet services that allow you to overnight gear storage. If you’re staying at a hotel that doesn’t offer ski […]
What to do (and wear) for Chinese New Year in Niseko
No matter what time of year you visit Niseko, it’s guaranteed to be a fun time. Although, if you’re looking for a bustling atmosphere with various events on offer, there’s no better time than Chinese (Lunar) New Year. In 2024, the Lunar New Year marks the Year of the Dragon, symbolising power, nobility, honour, luck, […]
Kids Week 2024 – Meet The Kids!
Want to come to Niseko for a family holiday, but still want the freedom of enjoying après and riding more advanced terrain? We’ve got you sorted, drop the young ones off at Kids Week and enjoy carefree skiing for 5 days. But don’t listen to us, take it from the ones who know best. We […]
Guide To Buying Your Lift Pass – Niseko, Hakuba and Furano
It can be a pretty stressful time when you’re booking a trip to Japan. Itineraries, accommodation, airport transfers– trying to organise everything can become a whirlwind. Then, when it comes time to decide on the lift pass that will best suit your needs, it adds a whole new layer of planning and preparation. We wanted to […]
Renting With Rhythm? Standard vs Premium Explained
To settle your first question: No, premium doesn’t mean good, and standard doesn’t mean bad. All of Rhythm Japan’s gear is hand selected based on quality, practicality, and different usage needs to ensure that all of our customers are rented boards/skis that’ll best suit their experience and riding style. There are, however, differences between the […]
Discover the Ease of Burton Step-On Snowboard Bindings
You finally conquer getting off the lift, sit down, strap in, and then think… ‘how do I stand up?’ It’s a struggle that every beginner snowboarder faces. Luckily, Burton’s new STEP ON system is here to save the day. Newly introduced to Rhythm Japan’s rental and retail fleet, these bindings are perfect for lower-intermediate to […]
Elevate Your Mountain Experience with Rhythm’s Revolutionary Boot Fitting
For every skier and snowboarder who associates alpine sports with shredding deep powder, creating tracks in tree-lines and pushing themselves in the terrain park, there’s an equal number who automatically think of blisters, crammed toes and stiff plastic tightly hugging their feet. It’s a pain we’ve all felt, and one that can easily ruin your […]
Hirafu Free Shuttle Opens its Doors for Winter Season
Exciting news for Niseko visitors! Navigating Hirafu over the winter months just got a whole lot easier, with the Hirafu Free Shuttle beginning operation for the season. In addition to the Niseko United Shuttle Bus that connects all four major resorts, the Hirafu area loop bus will be running from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. […]
Top Reasons To Shred Niseko In Spring
We all know Niseko is off the charts when it comes to peak season snow. Sub-zero conditions, super-dry powder, waist-deep turns, what’s not to love? Well…aside from the prices and the crowds of course–nobody loves that. Which is why you might want to consider spring for your ski trip this season. We know, we know…Niseko […]
What to do this Xmas/New years in Niseko, Furano and Hakuba
Whether you’re shredding powder in Niseko, Furano or Hakuba this Christmas/New Year’s (Oshogatsu), you’ll have a ton of different activities on offer. From après in Hakuba, to Rail-Jam’s in Niseko, to family-friendly fun in Furano, there’s a variety of options to suit your celebration needs. Here’s a comprehensive guide on the best things to do […]
Christmas Picks From Rhythm Japan
Picking Christmas gifts can be a stressful task… Much like Santa, you make a list, check it twice… and then realise you forgot someone. That’s why we’ve decided to create a list for all those who are still unsure on what last-minute gifts they should get for their friends and family. From top-of-the-line thermals, to […]
