This ski resort in central Hokkaido is a peaceful alternative to hot spot Niseko, and offers a local taste of Japan. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Snowy pine-covered mountains and valleys at this quality resort just over an hour’s drive from the largest city in northern Japan are the perfect winter playground for skiers and snowboarders. Kiroro, ...

HOKKAIDO, Japan -- It is every skier's dream, cutting through knee-deep powder in virgin, untracked snow. I float down the mountain smiling, whooping and bouncing from one turn to the next in a ...

Japan is the Holy Grail for skiers who love to ski deep powder. On the northern island of Hokkaido, the mountains are known for frequent snowfall, après ski means soaking in an outdoor onsen with a ...

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