Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Why This Japanese Ski Resort Might Be the Best Place in the World to Ski at Night

"Set at the base of the resort, this modern, 50-room property became my sanctuary: after stowing my gear in the high-tech locker room, I beelined to the serene, minimalist bathhouse clad in dark stone and sank into the steaming, mineral-rich onsen—no harsh chemicals, just piping-hot volcanic water. The combination soothed a banged-up body far better than any hot tub I’ve tried in the Rockies or Alps. Staying here made skiing turn-and-burn easy and slipping into calm even easier." - Denny Lee Denny Lee Denny Lee is a seasoned editor, writer, and traveler. He is currently an articles editor at Travel + Leisure.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines