Nearly 15 years since her first visit to Niseko, Grace Chong-Tan’s love for this popular ski town in Hokkaido, Japan, continues to grow over the years. The founder and managing director of a dental practice shares her must-visit list
The resort area of Niseko has long been popular among ski fans all over the world. Located in Hokkaido, Japan, this tourist-friendly destination offers a huge variety of year-round activities. It is also best known for receiving the world’s best powder snow throughout the winter season. Tatler friend Grace Chong-Tan is all too familiar with this, as she frequently visits Niseko with her family during the holidays. We caught up with her to find out some of her top recommendations on what to see, do and eat while in this picturesque Japanese town.
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I first visited Niseko... in the winter of 2009 and fell in love with the resort. It was the combination of ski runs, the après-ski lifestyle, and the ebullient vibe of the place that brought me back time and again.
It has become a tradition for family and close friends to gather in Niseko every winter. In recent years, I have also explored the area in spring and fall as Niseko has different offerings in different seasons.
I fell in love with Niseko thanks to... the powder snow. Pure, white and voluminous, be it as excellent terrain for skiing, falling outside the window, or just being part of the beautiful winter landscape there.
After a day on the slopes... I particularly enjoy hot pots. One of my favourite restaurants that I visit every year is Ryunabe Niseko, which specialises in premium soup bases and meat cuts.
