I’ve skied in 250 ski resorts—these are the best
Over the past 25 years while working as a ski journalist, I’ve been fortunate enough to visit around 250 resorts. And my pick ...
The New York Times8d
A First-Timer’s Guide to Skiing in Japan
With the U.S. dollar currently strong, and lift tickets, hotels and meals often more affordable than at Western resorts, a ski trip to Japan can feel like a bargain. The price of an international ...
ジャパンタイムズ15d
Yamagata’s Zao Onsen Ski Resort is a classic beauty
Each year between mid-November and April, winter sports fans from around the world flock to Japan for the country’s renowned ...
Nikkei Asia11d
Japan's ski lift ticket prices surge 30% in three years
TOKYO -- Ski lift ticket prices across Japan are climbing as resorts grapple with labor shortages and aging infrastructure. Over the past three years, the average price for a one-day adult lift ...
Japan Today2d
Tourism boom sends prices soaring at Niseko ski resort
A record influx of overseas visitors has descended on the famed Niseko ski resort on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, driving food and other costs to exorbitant heights, to the concern of ...