Before putting on your skis, check the snow conditions at Niseko United one last time.
Depth and quality of the snow, date of the last snowfall, today's weather, temperature, wind... all the information you are looking for to have a great day of skiing. Please note Niseko United snow reports are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Niseko United is located on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, nestled against Mount Annupuri in the Shiribeshi Subprefecture. Renowned for consistent snowfall and expansive terrain, it covers 887 hectares with 57 pistes spread across four interconnected resorts: Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village and Annupuri. The resort offers a vertical drop of 900 m, with elevations ranging from 300 m at the base to 1,200 m at the summit. Trail difficulty is distributed as 30 % intermediate, 40 % advanced, and 30 % expert — offering a strong profile for technically confident skiers.Families are well served across all sectors, with designated beginner areas, tubing lanes, English-speaking ski schools, and indoor childcare services. The resort's pedestrian-friendly village setups make it easy to move between lodgings, restaurants and lifts without long walks. Additional amenities include snowshoe tours, reindeer sleigh rides and night-skiing experiences on floodlit runs.What distinguishes Niseko United is its powder-rich climate and integrated layout. With 39 lifts including gondolas and high-speed chairs, visitors enjoy excellent uphill capacity and direct access to shared terrain across all four resorts. Its balance of Japanese culture and international hospitality, combined with wide-ranging terrain and soft snow, make it a standout for British skiers seeking variety, consistency and adventure.
