Niseko Village’s new gondola is about more than lift capacity
Niseko Village’s planned gondola upgrade does not just improve mountain access—it points to the continued evolution of Niseko as a more polished, more diversified and increasingly year-round resort market.
Japan’s condo market topped ¥6tn in Q1
Japan’s condominium market exceeded ¥6 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, but the more important takeaway is that resale activity—not new supply—is doing most of the heavy lifting.
Myoko’s turning point: can major capital reshape a once-sleepy resort market?
Myoko is no longer just a lower-profile alternative to Hakuba or Niseko—the combination of Patience Capital’s planned resort investment, global hotel branding and improving access visibility suggests the market is entering a more serious, but also more delicate, phase.
Shareholder Pressure Puts Niseko Annupuri In Focus
A shareholder proposal has put fresh attention on the future of Niseko Annupuri
What Foreign Buyers Should Know About Japan’s 2026 Property Rules
Headlines around Japan’s 2026 foreign property rule changes have raised questions among overseas buyers.
Japan’s tourism boom is becoming a stronger tailwind for resort real estate
Record visitor numbers are not just good news for hotels and airlines—they increasingly strengthen the long-term case for Japan’s best-positioned resort property markets.
Midtown Niseko Sale Signals Continued Investor Interest In Hirafu
Midtown Niseko, one of Hirafu’s more accessible hotel offerings, is set to change hands in a deal valued at around US$80 million
New Niseko Land Release Highlights Demand Beyond Core Resort Areas
A new 15-lot land project in Niseko Town is bringing fresh inventory to market in Soga
Why Kyoto Machiya Are Hidden Gems for Real Estate Investment
Kyoto is Japan’s second-largest tourism market and a top destination for both domestic and international travelers
Central Hirafu Set For New 19-key Hotel Project
A new hotel-style condominium project is planned for the heart of Niseko Hirafu
