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Besides famous cities like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, the northernmost prefecture of Japan known as Hokkaido is a top tourist attraction, especially for those who enjoy the chilly winter season and sports. It is known for its volcanoes, natural hot springs and ski areas. There are many renowned ski resorts in Sapporo and around Hokkaido, but Niseko is one of the most popular ones.
By Contributor - December 21, 2020
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, promises an intimate ultra-luxe haven amid a
world-class powder playground.
Sushi Nagi at Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. (All photos courtesy of the resort)
While leisure travel to Japan isn’t possible this winter, luxury travelers have even more reason to book a future trip to Hokkaido’s most celebrated winter sports destination. The past week has seen the opening of Higashiyama Niseko Village, a ski-in/ski-out property owned by Malaysia-based YTL Hotels and the latest addition to the Ritz-Carlton brand’s ultra-high-end Reserve portfolio. This intimate bolt-hole is only the fifth Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the world, and the first in Japan.