Niseko is a souvenir heaven. You will find everything here that you will in any major city in the way of Japanese knick-knacks and memorabilia, and all the unique items only found in Japan. Kutchan has excellent grocery stores.
If you turn up without the right skis or snowboards for the powder, rest assured there is plenty available to buy and hire from the many Western-run ski stores and name-brand shops that have been established here. Rhythm Snowsports is one of the longest-standing outlets and has been joined by Burton and Moncler among others.
Niseko Sports – Rental & Retail
Location: Hirafu and Hanazono
Shop: board rentals and outdoor apparel
Phone: +81-136-21-3333
Niseko Grand HIRAFU Ski & Snowboard rentals shop
Location: Base Ski Center
Shop: rental gear for skiers and snowboarders of all ages
Phone: +81-136-21-5253
Niseko Grand HIRAFU Ski & Snowboard rentals Gondola shop
Location: first floor of the Hirafu Gondola Sanroku Station
Shop: rental gear for skiers and snowboarders
Phone: +81-136-21-5253