United Airlines to Launch Direct San Francisco–Sapporo Winter Flights

New Route Adds Further Momentum to Hokkaido’s Growing International Access United Airlines has announced a new seasonal nonstop service between San Francisco and Sapporo, marking the first direct route between the continental United States and Hokkaido. According to the airline, the new service will operate three times weekly between San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and […]

Japan Real Estate Update 2026: Navigating the New Foreign Ownership Landscape

In recent years, the Japanese government undertook a comprehensive review of land ownership laws, sparked by rising international investment and concerns over national security. Early reports during the investigative phase suggested a wide range of potential restrictions were being considered to better manage foreign capital in the domestic market. As of April 2026, these investigations […]

Why Furano Is Emerging as a High-Value Entry Point for Property Investment

Furano has long sat just outside the spotlight. For years it was seen as a quieter alternative to Niseko, appealing but secondary. That framing is starting to shift. Buyers who once focused exclusively on Niseko are now looking more closely at Furano, not because it is identical, but because it offers a different stage of […]

New Gondola at Hakuba Happo-One Ski Resort: What It Means for Property in Hakuba

Hakuba Happo-One Ski Resort has announced one of the most significant infrastructure upgrades in the Hakuba Valley in decades: a new high-capacity gondola and base area redevelopment scheduled for December 2027. The new system will run from the Nakiyama base area to Usagidaira mid-mountain, replacing ageing lift infrastructure and modernising the resort’s primary access route. […]

Niseko Golf Property Investment: How Summer Demand Is Reshaping Returns

Niseko’s reputation has been built on winter performance. That remains unchanged. What has started to shift is how the rest of the year contributes to the overall investment case. Summer demand is developing gradually, and golf sits at the centre of that change. The impact is not immediate or dramatic. It shows up in smaller […]

A Major Win for Investors as Qantas Boosts Sydney-Sapporo Direct Flights

06 April 2026 Direct Flights Return: Sydney to Sapporo (CTS) 2025/26 and Beyond Following a successful return to the route, Qantas has confirmed its direct seasonal service between Sydney (SYD) and Sapporo’s New Chitose Airport (CTS). Running from December 15, 2025, through March 28, 2026, this non-stop link removes the need for a Tokyo transfer, […]

7 Features That Drive Value in Niseko Off-Market Apartments

Niseko, Hokkaido, has cemented its status as the “Aspen of Asia,” transforming from a local ski hill into a year-round, luxury resort destination.

Powder Loft Niseko: Makoto Nakayama on Architecture, Nature & Long-Term Value

Niseko, Hokkaido, has cemented its status as the “Aspen of Asia,” transforming from a local ski hill into a year-round, luxury resort destination.

Air Canada Launches Direct Sapporo Flights and Why It Matters for Niseko Property

Niseko, Hokkaido, has cemented its status as the “Aspen of Asia,” transforming from a local ski hill into a year-round, luxury resort destination.

Who Is Visiting Niseko and Why It Matters for Property Buyers

Niseko, Hokkaido, has cemented its status as the “Aspen of Asia,” transforming from a local ski hill into a year-round, luxury resort destination.