宿は必須。リフト券は微妙。食事は場合による。予約の優先順位をランク付けして解説。
The Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) Internet forums will tell you that if you didn't book your Niseko trip 12 months ago, you are doomed. The Reality: Japan is busy, but it’s not Mars. You can survive without booking everything. You just need to prioritize. --- 1. MUST BOOK (The "Red" Zone) Accommodation (Jan/Feb): If you are traveling in peak season, book this now. Even if it's 6 months out. The good, cheap places vanish first. English Ski Lessons: There is a massive shortage of instructors.
If you need a lesson in English, book it the day bookings open. Wifi Router:: If you want to pick it up at the airport, reserve it 1 week prior. They run out of stock. 2. SHOULD BOOK (The "Yellow" Zone) Airport Bus (Chitose to Niseko): It’s good to have a seat, but you can usually squeeze onto the next one if you miss it. High-End Dinners: If you want Michelin stars or the famous "Soba" place, book it. Rental Gear:: You get a discount for booking online, but you can always just walk in. They rarely run out of skis. 3.
DON'T BOTHER (The "Green" Zone) Lift Tickets: Unless you want the online discount, you can buy these at the machine on the day. They never sell out. Shinkansen Tickets: Unless it's New Year's week, you can buy a "Non-Reserved" seat at the station 10 minutes before the train leaves. Lunch:: Just ski into the cafeteria. --- Lock in your Bed and your Teacher. Everything else can be figured out when you land. Don't over-plan the fun out of your trip. Leave some gaps for discovery.