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10 More Things to Do in Niseko In my previous article, I introduced Niseko ( ニセコ町 ) , a town in Hokkaido, Japan , located in the Shiribeshi Subprefecture. Famous for its superb powder snow and renowned ski resorts, Niseko attracts winter sports enthusiasts from around the world. The town's name originates from the Nisekoanbetsu River ( ニセコアンベツ川 ) , which means "river toward the cliff" in the Ainu language. If you missed my first article, you might want to read it by clicking this 👉 LINK 👈 . For those planning to visit this popular town to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 More Things to Do in Niseko : Ostrich Arishima 2nd Farm Niseko 1. Visit the Ostrich Arishima 2nd Farm Niseko ( ニセコ 第二有島だちょう牧場 ) and enjoy the unique experience of feeding ostriches with 100 yen feed packets. It's an interesting stop if you are exploring the town of Niseko. Aside from feeding the ostriches, you can also enjoy the soft cream and snacks in the cafe of the farm.  Niseko C...

Niseko Annupuri Gondola ( ニセコアンヌプリゴンドラ ) is a mountain cable car that is operated by Chuo Bus Niseko Kanko Kaihatsu Co., Ltd. It is part of the Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort and is located in the town of Niseko in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Niseko Annupuri Gondola Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort Details The Niseko Annupuri International Ski Resort , one of the most popular winter destinations in Hokkaido, Japan, has a rich history that spans several decades. It officially opened its doors in 1972, quickly establishing itself as a premier destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts. In February 1985, the resort took a major step forward when its downhill course was certified as an official International Ski Federation (FIS) designated course, further solidifying its reputation in the global skiing community. Niseko Annupuri Gondola - Niseko town, Hokkaido Prefecture A significant development occurred in December 1985 with the opening of Hotel Nikko Annupu...

Day 517: April 2, 2023 Sunday – Birthday Road Trip Day 2 This morning greeted us with beautiful weather—sunny skies as promised by the forecast. Despite a long, restful sleep, we realized we had skipped essential tasks last night, like taking a bath and updating today’s itinerary. This oversight cost us an hour from our planned schedule. Q Fox GMG Hotel The hotel's restaurant is in the building across the street The restaurant has a nice interior design The food selection isn't that much but it's good Itadakimasu! We started the day with a simple yet satisfying breakfast at Q Fox GMG Hotel in Kutchan ( 倶知安町 ) . The meal was hearty enough to fuel us for the adventures ahead. After breakfast, we're back on the road. Route 343 Annupuri Gondola Station We bought a ticket to ride the gondola going to the summit station Riding the gondola up Mt. Niseko-Annupuri Mt. Niseko-Annupuri Heading back down to the gondola station at the foot of the mountain Our journey began in Nise...