What to do and see in Niseko-cho, Hokkaido: The Best Classes & Workshops

May 21, 2021 Carley Gatson

Discover the best top things to do in Niseko-cho, Japan including Niseko Winterlab, Propeak, KATANA NISEKO, Niseko Surf School, Japan Powder Connection, Niseko Academy Snowsports School, Niseko Village Snow School.
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1. Niseko Winterlab

482-2 Niseko, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun 084-1511 Hokkaido +81 136-58-3280 [email protected] http://www.nisekowinterlab.com
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Niseko Winterlab

Established in 2009, Niseko Winterlab is an English-speaking Ski and Snowboard School. We cover the entire Niseko United area, offering expert instruction in Annupuri and Hirafu, as well as backcountry guiding and tours of more remote powder spots.We pride ourselves on safety, personal focus and attention.Our mission is simple: to share the best of our sport and the area we know and love.

Reviewed By Henryworldtravels - New York City, United States

I used Winterlab for my recent ski trip to Japan. I am an experienced and hungry skier. I go to Japan often and speak Japanese but I had never been skiing in Japan. Winterlab made my first, of many to come, experience great. Anna was super-responsive, patient, and informative from the start, and throughout. Oli, my guide and instructor, was amazing. Day 1, got a sense of my skiing but appropriate to what I wanted to do, Days 2 and 3, we just had at it. Back country, in trees, powder and more. He was also a great companion for 3 days. I highly recommend and would/will repeat!

2. Propeak

155-55 Yamada, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun 044-0081 Hokkaido +81 80-9003-8483 [email protected] http://propeak.org/
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Propeak

Ski school and guiding company based in Niseko English, Chinese, Italian, French and Japanese speaking Private lessons only (ski/snowboard/telemark) Backcountry/Side-country tours Personalised programs Kids specialist Pick up and drop off from accommodation (on request) Assistance with rentals

Reviewed By KAOS12341

Sam was an EXCELLENT teacher, the kids thoroughly enjoyed their time with him, and they progressed so quickly in such a short time! It was amazing how they were able to go down the reds after 3 days with him and only having had the experience of the kiddie school in Hanazone. The kids loved skiing between trees while learning the skills needed to go down the mountains. Sam made it look easy and he was always in such a great mood and super patient. We highly recommend him for families with kids, I'm sure he would have been fantastic teaching me as well. Thank you so much for assigning him to our family and we look forward to booking him and other Propeak instructors in the future. Definitely worth it!

3. KATANA NISEKO

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KATANA NISEKO

Here at KATANA NISEKO you have the chance to learn about Japanese history and discover more about your mind and trying by TAMESHIGIRI (traditional “test cutting” with Japanese swords). The experience is held in the main hall of a traditional Japanese temple, which is usually off limits to the general public.

4. Niseko Surf School

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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Niseko Surf School

Full day experience and 2 hour surf lessons with qualified experiences surf coaches in the Hokkaido area.

5. Japan Powder Connection

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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Japan Powder Connection

Let Japan Powder Connection be your guide. From beginner ski lessons, to full backcountry tours, to remote areas. We offer a full range of snowsport activities to suit your requirements. It is our mission to connect you with the best...the best powder, the most delicious restaurants, the most relaxing onsens, amazing natural beauty and more, ensuring you have the trip of a lifetime!

6. Niseko Academy Snowsports School

Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun Hokkaido +81 90-3342-0831 [email protected] http://nisekoacademy.com/
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Niseko Academy Snowsports School

Niseko Academy is Nisekos premium lesson and guiding service offering private only sessions with fully qualified instructors and guides. We cater for all levels of skiing and snowboarding from ages 2 to 100! Our highly experienced team can cater for full day, half day or evening lessons as well as week long powder guiding tours. Our instructor training programmes prepare budding instructors for their level one two or three NZSIA and SBINZ. We have one, two and three month courses some of which include gaining valuable work experience hours.

7. Niseko Village Snow School

Higashiyama Onsen, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun 048-1592 Hokkaido http://www.niseko-village.com/en/white/niseko-village-snow-school.html
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4.0 based on 3 reviews

Reviewed By HandOfGuido - Guangzhou, China

Stayed four nights in the Hilton Niseko and was skiing everyday. I've been skiing for the past 3-4 years for a few days in the winter and have had lessons, but it's never been very satisfying. This time, though, I had a wonderful lesson with a Japanese instructor by the name of Koshiba, who was very patient and meticulous. I would highly recommend booking him as he had a wonderful way of explaining the minute steps that go into skiing. By the end of the two hour lesson, I was navigating the intermediate slopes quite well. A few pieces of advice, make sure you make reservations as it's very possible they won't have any instructors if you just walk up to the counter. Also, the line for equipment rental can be a bit long on your first day so I recommend leaving a good 30-45 minutes. If you're just starting out, then the Niseko Village ski lift pass is good enough, you won't need the all mountain, because you won't be crossing over to the Hirafu side. However, if you're an advanced level, then by all means. Again, highly recommend Koshiba, thanks sir!

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