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A luxury inn in Niseko, where approximately 2,000 liters of heavy oil spilled, announced that water quality in nearby rivers was "not a problem." They pledged to "do everything possible to resolve the situation."

Yahoo!ニュース · 2026/05/01

Niseko ranks 5th in the "vacation home ranking" chosen by the world's wealthiest people.

Forbes JAPAN · 2026/05/17

Niseko's new fire station will be open for tours on the 22nd and 25th.

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/20

Limited Express Niseko train service (September 5, 2026)

Tetsudo.com（鉄道コム） · 2026/05/21

[High School Baseball] Kutchan secures a spot in the Hokkaido tournament for the first time in 48 years; ace pitcher Haruto Matsuda pitches a complete game, allowing only one run in nine innings; manager Ryosuke Miura: "Dads and moms, 'Your sons and daughters did it!'" (Published May 17, 2026)

ライブドアニュース · 2026/05/16

The "Niseko Model," now in its third year, has concluded its season to great acclaim.

Go株式会社 · 2026/03/18

Niseko Town Board of Education's General Education Division to divide responsibilities into three divisions, effective June 1st.

ｄメニューニュース · 2026/05/21

"Dom Pérignon is selling like hotcakes" - Kutchan Station, where the Shinkansen extension is located, is experiencing something amazing.

現代ビジネス · 2026/04/28

Can the excitement of "Niseko" spread throughout the entire prefecture? — The true value of the "public-private partnership resort" challenge undertaken by Tokyu Land Corporation and the Shiribeshi Regional Development Bureau.

ビジネスジャーナル · 2026/05/19

Over 80 business leaders, primarily from listed companies, will gather in Niseko! "Niseko Conference (Management Forum) 2026" is confirmed to take place.

PR TIMES · 2026/01/30

How should we think about the landscape of Kutchan? "Tsukuruba" project gets underway, with collaboration across government, private sector, and generations.

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/20

"We're just freeloading and making money off Japan." Even with the Niseko real estate boom, the tragic reality is that "only the Japanese aren't making money."

Yahoo!ニュース · 2026/05/14

The "Niseko Model," a taxi-based initiative to address transportation challenges during the peak winter season, is in its third year with a total of 54 taxis from 19 companies in operation. During peak seasons, support teams are planned to be dispatched from neighboring transportation areas.

Go株式会社 · 2025/12/16

Spring High School Baseball Tournament - Otaru Branch Qualifiers: Hokushō defeats Kutchan in a close match, both advancing to the Hokkaido tournament.

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/17

The disastrous consequences of foreign money flocking to "the world's best snow"... The light and shadow of "Niseko-ization" occurring in Niseko, Hakuba, and Myoko.

Yahoo!ニュース · 2026/05/15

I went to see the moss phlox and visited some shops, and then participated in a stamp rally in Kutchan starting on the 23rd.

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/18

Spring High School Baseball Tournament - Otaru Branch Qualifiers: Hokushō and Kutchan advance to the Hokkaido Tournament

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/16

Enchanting lights illuminate the ski slopes: New Year's celebrations in Niseko and Rusutsu

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/19

Sapporo university students teach children the joy of soccer in Kutchan.

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/17

Spring High School Baseball Tournament: Kutchan secures a spot in the Hokkaido prefectural tournament for the first time in 48 years (Otaru Branch)

北海道新聞デジタル · 2026/05/16

The "Niseko Model" achieves record-breaking results in its first month, with over 20,000 rides, supporting the transportation needs of foreign visitors to Japan.

Go株式会社 · 2026/02/02

In winter, thousands of "foreign staff" move to Kutchan Town in Hokkaido from the Niseko area, and the town is attempting to foster "coexistence" with local residents.

HTB北海道テレビ · 2025/11/29

Lightning radar in Kutchan Town, Hokkaido

ウェザーニュース · 2025/11/13

[High School Baseball] Kutchan secures a spot in the Hokkaido tournament for the first time in 48 years. Ace pitcher Haruto Matsuda pitches a complete game, allowing only one run in nine innings. Coach Ryosuke Miura: "Dads and moms, 'Your sons and daughters did it!'"

スポーツ報知 · 2026/05/16