Hakuba
An honest guide to skiing Hakuba, plus every Piquno post about it.
Skiing Hakuba vs Shiga Kogen: Which Nagano Giant Is Actually Right for You?
Hakuba and Shiga Kogen are both massive, both brilliant, and completely different beasts. Here's how to pick the right one for your trip.
Skiing Nozawa Onsen: The Honest Guide to Japan's Most Underrated Resort
Nozawa Onsen is the Japan ski resort serious powder hounds keep quiet about. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
Skiing Japan on a Budget: How to Do Japow Without Blowing Your Life Savings
Japan skiing has a reputation for being expensive. It doesn't have to be. Here's how to do it properly without eating instant noodles every night.
First Timer's Guide to Skiing Japan: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Heading to Japan for powder for the first time? Here's the honest, no-fluff guide that covers everything from when to go to what to expect on the hill.
The Best Onsens Near Japan Ski Resorts: Where to Soak After a Day on the Powder
Skiing Japan isn't just about the snow. The onsen experience after a big day on the mountain is half the reason to go back every year.
Getting Between Japan Ski Resorts Without a Car: The Complete Transport Guide
Trains, buses, taxis and shuttle vans: here's exactly how to move between Japan's ski resorts without renting a car or losing your mind.
What to Eat at Japan Ski Resorts: The Definitive Guide to Ramen, Curry, Katsu and Everything Else
Japan ski food is half the reason to go. Here's what to order, where to find it, and why you should never skip the mountain hut lunch.
Japan Ski Pass Guide: Which Multi-Resort Pass Is Actually Worth Buying
Japan has more ski passes than you'd expect, and most visitors buy the wrong one. Here's how to pick the pass that actually suits your trip.
Ryokan, Pension, or Hostel: Which Japan Ski Accommodation Is Actually Right for You
Japan's accommodation options are genuinely confusing. Here's an honest breakdown of what each type costs, feels like, and suits.
Japan's Best Après-Ski by Resort: Where to Go After the Lifts Stop
From Niseko's pumping bars to Nozawa's quiet izakayas, here's where to actually drink and eat after skiing Japan.
Family Skiing in Japan: The Honest Guide for Parents Who Actually Want to Ski Too
Japan is genuinely one of the best places in the world to ski with kids. Here's how to do it without spending the whole trip in the beginner area.
Night Skiing in Japan: The Best Resorts, the Best Runs, and Why It's Better Than You Think
Night skiing in Japan is cheap, uncrowded, and seriously underrated. Here's where to go, what to expect, and why you should stop skipping it.
Niseko vs Hakuba: Which Resort Actually Suits You?
Both are legendary. Both get incredible snow. But Niseko and Hakuba suit very different skiers. Here's how to pick the right one.
Japan Ski Pass Comparison: Which Multi-Resort Pass Is Actually Worth It?
Hakuba Valley, Myoko Snowsports, or a resort-specific day pass — here's how to pick the right Japan ski pass without leaving money on the mountain.