Still dreaming and planning your next family ski holiday? Holidays with Kids together with a panel of experts and ski gurus have put together a list of the best family ski resorts.
Japan is an ideal family destination. It ticks all the boxes, extraordinary culture, authentic history, divine cuisine and some of the world’s best powder snow. A ski & snowboard trip to Japan is so much more than just that. It is a chance to immerse yourself in the calmness and romance of ancient times, temples, shrines, geishas and breathtaking scenery. At the very same time, you’ll find advanced technology, a booming economy with stylish, confident and modern cities.
Check out the results for Japan below.
BEST FAMILY SKI RESORTS – Overall results
HWK asked a panel of ski gurus to vote, those votes were tallied to determine the best overall winners in each region, each one a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that families will love.
#1 Rusutsu, Hokkaido
#2 Niseko, Hokkaido
#3 Tomamu, Hokkaido
#4 Sahoro & Kiroro, Hokkaido & Nozawa Onsen, Honshu
BEST FOR BEGINNERS
Plenty of gentle runs, separate learning areas, great snow sports schools and crèches.
#1 Sahoro, Hokkaido
#2 Niseko & Tomamu, Hokkaido
#3 Rusutsu & Kiroro, Hokkaido
BEST FOR ADVANCED FAMILIES
A variety of good-quality terrain for expert-level teens and their parents.
#1 Rusutsu, Hokkaido
#2 Hakuba, Honshu
#3 Arai Resort, Honshu
BEST FOR ALL-ROUND FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Fun off the slopes, including dog sledding, ice skating, snowshoeing, etc
#1 Tomamu, Hokkaido
#2 Rusutsu, Hokkaido
#3 Appi, Hokkaido
#4 Kiroro, Hokkaido
BEST VILLAGE LOCATION AND ATMOSPHERE
A magical vibe, lots to do, accessible, good shopping and dining
#1 Nozawa Onsen, Honshu
#2 Hirafu (Niseko), Hokkaido
#3 Myoko Kogen, Honshu
READERS’ CHOICE
Our experts’ picks are complemented by your favourite resorts in the Readers’ Choice category for the ultimate guide to kid-friendly snow adventures.
#1 Niseko, Hokkaido
#2 Hakuba, Honshu
#3 Nozawa Onsen, Honshu
#4 Rusutsu, Hokkaido
#5 Furano, Hokkaido
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