The Sun Shines in Niseko
Well, we were not too sure whether or not the sun was ever seen here in Niseko. Today we well and truly found out that it does. Despite our weather man (Mr Conlon) giving us all the brief at breakfast that there would be no sunshine, we were treated to some spectacular views all over the mountain.
The boys made the most of the sunshine by spending the day out on the slopes and it was fantastic to see most of them come in for the 12 noon check off and then head straight back out onto the mountain… a sure sign that they are loving the experience!
There has not been a day on the snow so far that has not been enjoyable, however, today was certainly something special. From the top lift on the mountain you could literally see all the way to the bottom and what a magnificent sight it was! In talking with the boys this evening, there was not one boy who didn’t appreciate the awesome opportunity that they had.
This evening we were treated to another fantastic Japanese meal at our lodge. It is just so authentic and as you sit at the table with five or six different dishes in front of you, you realise that there is no problems with quantity!
When it comes to value for money, the boys are certainly getting it because yet again, there was a large number of boys who headed out after dinner for night skiing. Tonight it was just beautiful. We did have a short white out while on the slopes, however, that tough ten minutes was worth every second for the other two hours of absolute bliss!
It has been said that you can visit Niseko for a full month and never see the sun. Today we saw it and it made for yet another superb day here in Japan. Check out the photo galleries by clicking on the links in the menu at the top of the page.
Photo 1: Tim Keighley (Year 12) and Nick Keighley (Year 11) make the most of the stunning conditions.
Photo 2: Andrew Mulligan (Year 10) and Paul Fortuin (Year 10) check out the amazing view of Grand Hirafu and the surrounding villages.
Photo 3: Dom Maurici (Year 8), Matt Walker (Year 8), Will O’Connell (Year 8), Louis Collins (Year 8) and Daniel Calvetti (Year 9) prepare for a spectacular day in the sunshine.
