Niseko is located on the island of Hokkaido, south-west of Sapporo. You can go there in winter for the snow or in summer for the scenery and to discover the region.
How do you get to Hokkaido?
There are several ways to get to Hokkaido from the Western capitals, such as :
Direct flight
The quickest way to get to Hokkaido is to take a direct flight from cities like Tokyo, Seoul or Hong Kong to New Chitose airport near Sapporo. You can then take another train to Niseko. You can also complete the journey by car. Whether you start from the airport or from Sapporo, the journey will take around 3 hours if you choose to travel by car.
Train
You can take a train from Tokyo to Hokkaido via the Shinkansen high-speed train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto station, then take a local train to Sapporo. You can then take another train to Niseko.
Ferry
If you're in South Korea, you can take a ferry from Seoul to Hakodate, then take a train or bus to Sapporo. Then you can take a train to Niseko.
Depending on your budget and travel preferences, you can choose the most suitable means of transport for your trip to Hokkaido.
Why use a travel agency?
By using a travel agency to visit Japan, you can benefit from the following advantages:
Expertise and advice
Travel agencies have experts who know the region well and can advise you on the best destinations, the best activities, unusual places to go, accommodation, places to avoid or places they can recommend, etc.
Time saving
By using a travel agency, you won't have to spend hours planning your trip. The agency will take care of all the necessary bookings for you, saving you time and energy. All you have to do is indicate your destination, the number of people involved in the trip, the duration of your trip and your expectations so that they can meet them as best they can.
Managing the unexpected
If something goes wrong during your trip, the travel agency will be there to help you solve the problem quickly. Contact them quickly! They will do their best to help you and find a solution.
Attractive offers
Travel agencies can offer advantageous deals thanks to their relationship with hotels, airlines and other tourism providers. This means you can get good deals at low prices. You can also find some without going through them, but it will certainly be less recurrent and more difficult to book and for more limited periods.
Security
By going through a travel agency, you will benefit from travel insurance that will cover you in the event of cancellation, delay or loss of luggage, among other things.
Why go to Niseko ?
This is Japan's most famous ski area. Tourists flock here for the powdery snow and warm atmosphere. And in summer, when the snow is not there, take a mountain bike instead of your skis to tour the mountains and discover the region.
If you'd like to explore the surrounding area, you can do so by public transport or by car. Sapporo (for example) is the nearest major city to Niseko, and will introduce you to a different landscape and a new culture.
In conclusion, it is entirely possible to travel to Japan on your own. However, going through a agence de voyages has many advantages. With family or friends, this is a destination that will delight you. Choose your destination, the period during which you wish to travel, indicate your preferences and any information the agencies may need, and off you go!
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