Do I need to speak fluent Japanese?
No, because the client base is heavily international, fluent English is the primary requirement. Basic conversational Japanese is a welcome bonus.
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Ski Japan (NISADE) · Japan
Apply by 1 October 2026
Operate modern 4WD passenger vans and microbuses navigating winter roads between New Chitose Airport and Niseko/Hirafu village accommodations. Assist guests with bulky ski bags, conduct vehicle safety sweeps, and provide smooth airport transfer links.
Pay
¥1,600–1,850 / hour
Duration
5 months
Start
25 November 2026
End
15 April 2027
Job type
Transfers
Housing
Subsidized Shared Housing
Hourly wage starting at ¥1,600/hr, subsidized housing in Kutchan, full Grand Hirafu ski pass, and pre-season winter road skid training.
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Valid International Driving Permit (IDP) with 1949 Geneva Convention validation or Japanese driver's license. Minimum age 23 with spotless driving history.
Grand Hirafu Ski Pass
Subsidized Staff Housing
Winter Driving Training
Gear Hire Perks
Ski Japan, operating alongside Niseko Alpine Developments (NISADE), manages premium western-facing hospitality and guest services in Japan's legendary powder hubs. They recruit English-speaking seasonal teams to assist international powder riders with rentals, property concierge pipelines, and ski school coordination.
Premier Gateway for Western Staff in Japan
Guaranteed Deep-Powder Riding Access
Full Japanese Visa Sponsorship Framework Support
English-First Working Operational Environments
No, because the client base is heavily international, fluent English is the primary requirement. Basic conversational Japanese is a welcome bonus.
Yes, winter contracts include either local resort lift access or a monthly allowance towards local pass networks.
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