Chase the JAPOW Dream:

Niseko/Rusutsu/Sapporo/Tokyo, JapAN

THURS 29-JAN-2026 to SAT 11-FEB-2026 (12 DAYS!!!) 

$7,995/$7,890 (Senior 65+)  

This Japanese winter adventure is more than just a standard NTSC ski trip; it's a 12-day Japan vacation experience. So, pack your bags, prepare for adventure, and get ready to create your own legendary stories in the Land of the Rising Sun!

Niseko: Powder Dreams Become A Reality

Niseko Ski Resort, also known as Niseko United, is the largest and most famous ski destination in Japan, thanks to its vast terrain, beautiful winter woods, and legendary powder!

The resort has earned a reputation as a premier powder mecca where deep and dry Hokkaido powder blankets the slopes every year; an amazing 15 (50 ft) of light, dry powder snow each year, blowing off the Sea of Japan from Eurasia metres annually!

Niseko United is comprised of four separate ski resorts: Niseko Annupuri, Niseko Hanazono, Niseko Grand Hirafu, and Niseko Village.  Chances are high that it will snow throughout the duration of your trip, but the gondolas and hooded chair lifts make the snowy weather easy to manage.

While the off-piste and backcountry powder skiing is renowned at Niseko, on piste runs should not be dismissed — every type of skier and rider can enjoy the Niseko experience. Off the mountain, you can also enjoy a variety of unique cultural experiences, like a soak in a traditional Japanese onsen, enjoy a delicious Japanese meal at local restaurant, and much more.

Join the group for a day trip to Rusutsu ski resort for more legendary powder.

Sapporo: Experience The Magic Of The Snow Festival 

Step into a winter wonderland where intricate snow and ice sculptures, some towering as large as small houses, transform the city into an ephemeral art gallery. This is the magic of the Sapporo Snow Festival, a multi-day event that draws millions of visitors each year.  The festival offers a vibrant atmosphere with food stalls serving local delicacies like ramen, seafood, and hot drinks to keep you warm. Live music performances and interactive events add to the festive ambiance.

Tokyo: A City of Contrasts

After your snowy adventures, it's time to head south to Tokyo. This vibrant city is a fascinating blend of ancient tradition and modern innovation.  From the serene beauty of the Meiji Shrine to the neon-lit streets of Shibuya, Tokyo is a city that never sleeps. Explore the trendy neighborhoods of Harajuku and Shinjuku, visit the Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh seafood, and marvel at the panoramic views from the Tokyo Skytree 

Enjoy a full-day touring the city with your guide.   Spend another day exploring the city on your own, or perhaps head outside the city for an opportunity to view the famous Mt. Fuji

PACKAGE Includes:

❖ Round-trip air transportation

❖ Round-trip transfers between airports and accommodations

❖ 2-Nights’ accommodation at Chitose Airport Terminal Hotel (1 night pre and post Niseko)

❖ 7-Nights’ accommodation at Green Leaf Niseko Village

❖ 3-Nights’ accommodation at Shinjuku Prince Hotel

❖ 5-Day Adult Niseko United Ski Pass

❖ 1-Day Adult Rusutsu Ski Pass

❖ Feb. 7 stop at the Sapporo Snow Festival

❖ Feb. 9 Guided Sightseeing Day Trip in Tokyo (Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street for shopping, Imperial Palace and Meiji Jingu Shrine)

❖ All hotel breakfasts

❖ 1 group dinner

❖ Welcome Reception

❖ All taxes

Accommodations:

• Accommodation Types for all hotels = 2 twins or 1 double
• Members requesting a roommate will be matched with a roommate of the same gender in a room with two separate beds. If a roommate is not available, members will be informed before final payment and fees and deposits will be returned.

Sapporo: Chitose Airport Terminal Hotel

The Air Terminal Hotel offers fully soundproofed windows, and is directly connected to New Chitose Airport’s Domestic Terminal Building. The hotel entrance is located on the first and second floor of the terminal building. A standard twin room has 2 beds, wireless internet, electric pot, refrigerator, slippers, nightwear and hair dryer.

• Trip Advisor Rating (out of 5★):  Guest Rating = 3.5★ / Hotel Class Rating = 3.0★

Niseko: Green Leaf Niseko Village

Inspired by a fusion of world-class design, local artistry and breathtaking scenery, the 200-room all season destination hotel in Niseko provides ski-in ski-out access during winter and a convenient base to explore tranquil spa and natural onsen facilities and a fantastic variety of bar and dining options featuring local seafood and seasonal Hokkaido produce. The hotel embraces creative touches by Emi Shiratori, a renowned local graphic artist whose trademark hand-drawn style breathes life and warmth throughout the spaces. Experience the quintessentially Japanese thermal pool (onsen) which are commonly found across Japan due to its volcanic activity. Water for the Green Leaf onsen originates from a 100% natural mineral spring deep within the earth, emerging at 53.2 degrees before being cooled to between 30 and 36 degrees and fed into the thermal pool. Onsen water is believed to have natural healing powers derived from the mineral content.

• Trip Advisor Rating (out of 5★):  Guest Rating = 4.0★ / Hotel Class Rating = 4.0★

Tokyo: Shinjuku Prince Hotel

The Shinjuku Prince Hotel is located in Tokyo’s Kabuki-cho entertainment district. This multifaceted hotel features 571 guest rooms on the 10th through 24st floors, as well as the Seibu Shinjuku PePe shopping center from the second basement floor through to the 8th floor, where you’ll find shops stocked with daily necessities, fashion boutiques, and more. Seibu-Shinjuku Station is located on the second floor, while Shinjuku stations for JR rail, the Tokyo Metro, and private rail are all a mere five minutes’ walk away. Additionally, areas such as Ginza, Marunouchi, and Kasumigaseki are easily accessible, within 20 minutes’ reach of the hotel. 

• Trip Advisor Rating (out of 5★):  Guest Rating = 3.8★ / Hotel Class Rating = 4.5★

Flights:

• January  29: AC001 depart Toronto 12:45pm – arrive Tokyo 4:55pm (Jan 30)
• January 30:  NH077 depart Tokyo 7:00pm  - arrive Sapporo 8:30pm 
• February 8: NH4714 depart Sapporo 9:00am - arrive Tokyo 10:35am
• February 11: AC002 depart Tokyo 6:55pm – arrive Toronto 05:10pm
• Flight times are subject to change. Flights to be confirmed.

LIFT PASS:

Costs: (Visa/MasterCard accepted)

• To NTSC: Non-refundable Registration Fee $75
• To Tour Operator: Base Price $7,995 / $7,890 (Senior 65+) +/- options
• To Tour Operator: Non-refundable $3000 deposit + insurance (if selected) due upon registration; Final balance due Sept 2, 2026
• Price based on minimum of 25 trip participants. Base price will increase if fewer than 25 participants.
  

Spaces:

• Minimum participants for trip to proceed = 25
• Maximum spots available = 30

Baggage Fees: (subject to change per airline policies)

• 1st piece of checked luggage included (per direction, including taxes)
• Flights that may be booked independently do not have the first piece of luggage included.

Additional Fees / Cancellation Terms and Conditions:

Changes and cancellations are subject to fees and must be arranged through the NTSC Travel Committee only.

Refund payments may not be made until Fall 2026. For any refunds resulting from a group cancellation, participants will receive refunds, net of non-refundable fees, on their credit card.

Travel Insurance:

NTSC and the Tour Operator strongly recommend you purchase trip interruption insurance to protect against financial losses/penalties in the event you are forced to cancel or your trip is interrupted (e.g. flight cancellations or delays). Trip participants who do not purchase travel insurance will be required to confirm they have other coverage or understand they are responsible to any costs associated with trip cancellation/interruption.

REMINDER: Japan and Europe trip participants are required to provide proof of travel medical insurance coverage. In the past, participants who did not have out-of-country medical insurance have placed an undue burden on Trip Leaders and Travel Committee Reps. Injuries do occur and it is unsafe and can be very expensive to not have out-of-country coverage. Coverage is also strongly recommended for out-of-province travel.

Comprehensive Insurance coverage can also be added to a newly purchased policy. The premium is due with the deposit.

Further details are available on the website Travel Insurance page.

By completing the online registration, you are agreeing to the NTSC Travel Code of Conduct and waiving certain legal rights against NTSC. Please carefully read the NTSC Travel Code of Conduct and the Travel Disclaimer.

By completing the online registration, you are agreeing to renew your membership by SEPTEMBER 20th.  FAILURE MAY RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM THE TRIP AND FORFEITURE OF DEPOSIT. 

The Travel Committee Rep for this trip is adam at adam-travel@ntsc.ca