Niseko & Rusutsu

In the shadow of iconic Mount Yotei, these 2 resorts are 30 minutes apart. Our hotels offer the fullest range of facilities and the meticulous, respectful service for which Japan is renowned. Niseko is a linked ski area serving 3 centres. Elegant Niseko Annupuri offers well-groomed intermediate slopes while Higashiyama, with the Hilton Village as its hub, also offers challenging black and powder skiing. Both are linked by skibus to the lively village of Hirafu. Rusutsu’s ski area spreads across 3 peaks and offers skiing for all levels including 2 powder runs. Accommodation is in the remarkable Rusutsu resort, a 2000 bed complex which offers everyhting you could need in one place. With plenty of activities, it is an ideal, secure environment for families.

ACTIVITIES Both resorts: Dog sledding • Snowmobiling • Snow rafting • Snowshoe nature tour • Tubing •Snowcat night cruising • Snowcat skiing • Night skiing • Karaoke • Japanese onsen (thermal spring baths) • Horse trekking • ‘Dancing Waters’ fountain display (Rusutsu).

FAMILIES RUSUTSU Non-ski kindergarten 1 - 5yrs daily, 8.45am - 12.15pm and 13.15 - 16.30pm, half-day approx. £26, full day approx. £31. Kids adventure day 4 - 10yrs, 9.30 - 11.30am and 1.30 - 3.30pm, approx. £17. NISEKO NORTHERN Non-ski kindergarten 3 - 6yrs, 9am - 12:30pm, approx £14 with mini funfair.

WARREN SMITH SKI ACADEMY
This winter Inghams will be hosting the Warren Smith Ski Academy in Niseko and Furano. Famous for its excellence in training intermediate and advanced skiers, the course concentrates on increasing the skill and confidence needed to ski the whole mountain. It will cover skier symmetry, thigh steering and ankle flex, with the help of individual and video feedback.
Course details
11 - 22 February. 5 nights Niseko Annupuri / 5 nights Furano Prince.
Days 2 and 4 ski Niseko
Day 6 coach transfer Niseko / Furano
Days 6 and 9 ski Furano
Days 3, 5, 7, 8, 9 Academy days
5 Academy days 10am - 3pm. Max group size 8.
Price: £399
For more information see www.warrensmith-skiacademy.com