Niseko United brings together four resorts on the slopes of Mt. Niseko Annupuri; Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village, and Annupuri; all connected by lifts, on-snow access, and a shuttle service. Renowned for its consistent Hokkaidō powder, extensive night skiing, and playful tree runs, Niseko is a paradise for intermediates and powder hounds alike. Get ready for your trip: download the latest Niseko piste map and familiarise yourself with the lifts, zones, and gate system before you arrive.
Niseko ski resort piste map
Download your Niseko United piste map here below, or pick up a copy at ticket offices and information points throughout one of the four ski resorts.
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Niseko United ski area overview
Niseko United is one mountain with four connected resorts (on-snow & shuttle).
Annupuri
Laid-back, well-groomed pistes for all abilities, regular fresh powder, and striking views. A thoughtful base layout and access to natural onsens (hot spring baths) make it a favourite for families and cruisers.
Niseko Village
Home to long fall-line trails through natural forests and superb storm-day tree skiing, with Hilton Niseko Village and The Green Leaf Niseko Village at the base for ski-in/ski-out convenience.
Grand Hirafu
The largest of the four, offering an unforgettable powder experience plus the widest base-area facilities (hotels, condos, shops, restaurants). Hirafu is also the hub of extensive night skiing with long, floodlit laps.
Hanazono
Modern lifts and gondola service a mix of progression groomers, dedicated learning areas, terrain parks, and celebrated tree runs. Après and services cluster around Resort Center HANAZONO 308 and Restaurant EDGE beside Hana 1.
Niseko United best ski pistes
Beginner
- Family Run (Annupuri): A wide, confidence building green run (~580 m/1902 ft) with night skiing. Perfect for your first turns.
- Juicy Fruit (Hanazono): A gentle (~800 m/2624 ft) slope at the base area, also open at night. Great for early progression and building technique.
- Holiday Run (Grand HIRAFU): A long, gradual 2,883 m (9,458 ft) cruiser that lets beginners gain mileage comfortably, with no surprises.
Intermediate
- Panorama (Annupuri): A scenic, undulating descent with dynamic terrain changes, an iconic blue run ideal for confident cruisers.
- Silver Dream (Hanazono): A great first red: slightly steeper but still forgiving. A solid step-up for intermediates.
- Utopia (Annupuri): A flowing, view-filled run with sustained length, another favourite among intermediate skiers.
Advanced & Expert
- Mizuno Sawa (Gate 11, Niseko Village): An ungroomed powder basin that fills up beautifully after storms. Accessed via the Niseko Village Gondola when Gate 11 is open.
- Annupuri Peak (via Gate 2): A short hike rewards you with open bowls, scattered trees, and a choice of advanced lines.
- Hanazono East Face & Higashi Ona: Niseko’s largest peak-accessed backcountry zone. Expect steep, deep terrain. Ride the spines or central gully to reconnect with the cat track back to Hanazono.
- Strawberry Fields (Hanazono): A famous bowl-shaped off-piste area with playful drops and perfectly spaced trees, ideal for deep powder days.
Niseko United in brief
- Summit elevation: 1,308m (4,291ft) - Mt. Niseko Annupuri
- Average snow fall: 12-16m (39-52ft)
- Deepest snow depth: 5.3m (17.3ft)
- Powder runs: 18
- Total runs: 76
- Type of runs: 31 beginner, 26 intermediate, 19 advanced
- Max vertical drop: 940m (3,083ft) - Niseko Grand Hirafu
- Lifts: 31
- Terrain parks: 3
- Kids' areas: 3
- Total piste length: 45.2km (28mi)
- Longest run: 5.5km (3.4mi)
