Niseko Travel Guide: Flight Options for Your Next Adventure
For international visitors, CTS serves as the main gateway to Hokkaido, with direct flights available from major Asian cities
During Niseko's five-month green season from Mid-May to Mid-October, fruit picking thrives in its suburban areas, renowned for producing a wide array of fruits and vegetables. Niki Town in Yoichi County, just an hour's drive from Niseko, stands out as a fruit kingdom, offering strawberries, cherries, grapes, and more. Along the national highway, roadside stands offer freshly harvested produce at attractive prices. Many places provide local delivery, making it easy to share these delights with friends.
Numerous orchards also welcome visitors for a fee, offering various fruit-picking experiences, from all-you-can-eat options to picking by weight.
Fruits | Time |
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Strawberries | Mid-May to late June |
Cherries | Late June to early August |
Blueberries | Late July to mid-August |
Plums | Early August to early September |
Grapes | Late August to mid-October |
Plunes | Late August to early October |
Apples | Mid-September to late October |
Pears | Early October to mid-October |
In June, Niki Town hosts the Cherry Festival to celebrate its specialty cherries, featuring events like cherry seed-spitting contests, cherry sales of local varieties, and a cherry exhibition. Later in September, the Niki Fruit & Wine Marathon invites participants to enjoy local fruits and wines amidst the scenic backdrop of Niki Town.
Niki Town, a small community of around 3,000 residents, sits between Niseko and Otaru City, approximately an hour's drive from Niseko. Nearby Yoichi Town is renowned for Nikka Whisky and wineries, offering a complementary visit experience.
Niseko offers diverse accommodation options ranging from budget hotels and vacation rentals to luxurious condominium hotels. It serves as an ideal hub for exploring the surrounding towns' attractions, activities, and festivals during the summer season.
We manage and operate various types of accommodation, from one-room apartments to large condominiums of up to four bedrooms, as well as chalets and villas for rent for those who value their privacy, and hotels for those who value cost-effectiveness.
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