Japan

Hakuba vs Niseko: Which to Visit This Winter?

A non-skier's honest comparison of two of Japan's popular winter resorts

Mar 8 • just meandering

Things To Do in Hakuba in the Winter (Besides Snowboarding and Skiing)

Hakuba is known for its snow sports, but some of us prefer to admire the snow from a cafe instead. I spent 3 days in Hakuba and made a guide on what to…

Feb 23 • just meandering

Hakuba Travel Map: Sights and Food

This post contains the Google Map list I made while I was traveling to Hakuba in the winter as a non-snowboarder and non-skier. It can quickly filter…

Feb 23 • just meandering

How to Get to Hakuba from Tokyo in the Winter: The Snow Shuttle Guide

Skip the train transfers and get to Hakuba's ski resorts in comfort in the winter: Your guide to the direct airport shuttle service from Haneda Airport…

Feb 8 • just meandering

What I Discovered in Niseko: Hokkaido Milk, Snow Fairies, Soup Curry & a Speakeasy

What to do in Hakuba besides snowboarding or skiing? This winter wander log is written by a non-skier/non-snowboarder on why winter in Niseko…

Nov 20, 2025 • just meandering

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