03/01/2025(Fri.) – 28/02/2025(Fri.) , a limited-time day-trip shuttle bus, “Rusutsu Powder Day Trip,” will operate from Niseko Hirafu Welcome Center to Rusutsu Resort Ski Area (East Mt.).

With a direct bus ride of approximately 45 minutes, you can enjoy a comfortable and easy trip from Niseko’s Hirafu area to Rusutsu Resort. During your stay in Niseko, you can conveniently extend your adventure to Rusutsu. Furthermore, as Niseko and Rusutsu are located on opposite sides of Mt. Yotei, the weather and snow conditions often differ, making Rusutsu an excellent option depending on the day’s conditions.

The “Rusutsu Powder Day Trip” operates once daily with a capacity of 40 passengers. Reservations must be made in advance by 3:00 PM the day before, allowing you to book after checking the snow conditions for the following day. Additionally, if you purchase lift tickets online in advance, you can conveniently collect your IC lift ticket at the on-site pickup box (automatic ticket machine) and proceed directly to the gondola or lifts on East Mt.

Online reservations are now open. Take advantage of the “Rusutsu Powder Day Trip” during your stay in Niseko and experience Rusutsu Resort’s exceptional powder snow!

Rusutsu Powder Day Trip

[Operating Period]
03/01/2025(Fri.) – 28/02/2025(Fri.)

[Meeting Point]
In front of Hirafu Welcome Center
3-9-31 Nisekohirafu 1 Jo, Kutchan-cho.

[Bus Schedule]
Niseko to Rusutsu
・Departure: Hirafu Welcome Center    8:30
・Arrival: Rusutsu Resort East Mt.    9:15

Rusutsu to Niseko
・Departure: Rusutsu Resort East Mt.    16:30
・Arrival: Hirafu Welcome Center at 17:15

[Travel Time]
Approximately 45 minutes

[Fee (Tax Included) ]
Round Trip: 8,000 JPY
※Bus fee only. Lift tickets are not included.
※If you do not have a lift ticket, please purchase it online.
※Same fee for adults and children.
※Children under 3 years old who do not require a seat can ride for free.

[Cancellation Fee]
5,000 JPY (for cancellations after 15:00 the day before)

[Capacity]
40 passengers per day

[Reservation]
Advance reservation required.
※Reservations are accepted until 15:00, 1 day before departure.
※Only online reservations are accepted.

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