Mount Niseko Annupuri
ニセコアンヌプリ
The 1,308-meter main peak of the Niseko range, with four ski areas on its slopes. In summer and autumn, take the gondola and hike to the summit for views across the valley to Mount Yotei.
Annupuri means “high mountain” in the Ainu language. It is the main peak of the Niseko range, and the four Niseko United ski areas spread across its southeast-to-north slopes. In summer (roughly July to October), the Annupuri gondola runs. From the gondola's upper station, it takes about an hour on foot to reach the summit, which offers wide views: east toward Mount Yotei and west toward the Sea of Japan and the Niseko ridgeline. Autumn foliage is beautiful. The round-trip hike from the trailhead at the base takes about 4 hours. The gondola round-trip costs about 2,000 yen (check the official website), and operating hours are limited. It is windy on the mountain, so dress warmly and watch for bears.
Opening hours
Cable car approx. 09:00–16:00 in summer and autumn
Nearby sights
- Niseko Goshiki Onsen
- Niseko United
- Niseko Takahashi Dairy Farm
- Hirafu Village
- Niseko HANAZONO Resort
- Oyunuma Pond & Yukichichibu Onsen
- Shiribetsu River Rafting
- Shinsen-numa Marsh