Lotte Arai Resort

Point your ski tips towards Japan and plant your poles at this multi-award-winning ski-in, ski-out winter wonderland, which promises delicious cuisine, apres-ski onsens and some of the deepest powder in the country. Set in Myoko, just a two-hour drive from Niigata Airport or two hours by bullet train from Tokyo, this is a hidden gem blessed with an average snowfall of 15 metres each season, more than the much-frequented Niseko.

This impressive resort is home to a plethora of top facilities, including Japanese and Western dining, a serene onsen for relaxing soaks and lavish indoor and outdoor pools. Beyond the resort, an abundance of natural beauty awaits in Myoko. Embark on a snowshoe adventure through the Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park, trace your way along the frozen edges of Imori Pond or sample sake at one of the restaurants nearby.