Sight guide · Niseko · Japan
Visiting Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
The southern and western faces of the mountain are linked near the summit, with Niseko Village's gondola and long, rolling runs down towards the Annupuri base.
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Quick answer
Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes is an experience in Niseko Village, Niseko. Allow full day; it is expensive. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Experience
- Area
- Niseko Village
- Time needed
- Full day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- active, outdoors and views
- Best months
- July–September
About Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
The southern and western faces of the mountain are linked near the summit, with Niseko Village's gondola and long, rolling runs down towards the Annupuri base. These slopes catch a different wind direction from Hirafu and are often quieter.
Tip: Use the All-Mountain Pass to follow the weather: when the wind blows from the north-west, the Annupuri and Village sides can hold better snow.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: Full day.
- Cost: Expensive.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Niseko Village, resort hotels, a small pedestrian village and the gondola on the southern side.
Best time to visit Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- July: 24°C (75°F) highs, about 10 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- August: 25°C (77°F) highs, about 11 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- September: 21°C (70°F) highs, about 12 rainy days, quiet crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-July the sun sets at about 19:14 local time (calculated for Niseko).
When to visit Niseko has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Niseko itinerary visits Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes on day 1, together with Grand Hirafu ski area, Hanazono and Night skiing at Grand Hirafu.
- No. 4 of the 15 sights in our Niseko things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- One of the picks in outdoors in Niseko.
Near Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
Also in Niseko Village, so you can walk between them:
- Niseko Milk Kobo — 45 minutes, low cost
If you like Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
- Grand Hirafu ski area — Grand Hirafu, Full day
- Night skiing at Grand Hirafu — Grand Hirafu, 1–3 hours
- Hanazono — Hanazono, Half a day to a full day
- Backcountry gates — Mount Niseko Annupuri, Half a day
Staying near Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes
Stay in Niseko Village ($$$$) to walk here: resort hotels, a small pedestrian village and the gondola on the southern side. All areas to stay in Niseko.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes?
Plan full day. With Niseko Milk Kobo nearby, it fits a half-day in Niseko Village.
+Is Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes free?
No, it is expensive. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes?
July–September for the most comfortable weather. Use the All-Mountain Pass to follow the weather: when the wind blows from the north-west, the Annupuri and Village sides can hold better snow.
+Do I need to book Niseko Village and Annupuri slopes in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.