Hokkaido naturally receives heavy snowfall in winter due to its northern location. As the largest prefecture in Japan, its many mountains and valleys has resulted in many ski and winter sports resorts. Moreover, winter is longer in Hokkaido, which gives you more time to enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and other snow play. In this article, we introduce our top five ski resorts selected based on the skill level required and overall quality, as well as the season for each.