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Ski Bus / Ski & Snowboard RentalFrequently Asked Questions

32 questions answeredQuestions about the Niseko ski bus and ski / snowboard rental.
SKI BUSSki Bus
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RENTALSki & Snowboard Rental
02GEAR & SIZEGear & Sizing603PICK UP & RETURNPick-up & Return804CHANGES & TROUBLEChanges & Trouble405SERVICE & BOOKINGServices & Booking6
SKI BUSSki Bus
SKI BUS
SKI BUS

Ski Bus

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QAn error occurred while processing credit card.
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QI cannot select the bus number.
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Bus fully booked or canceled as minimum number requirement not met.

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QI would like to modify or cancel my booking. How can I do that?
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You can request changes or cancellations through the following methods:

1. Website

Reservation Changes & Cancellations
https://booking.goodsports.co.jp/customer/booking?locale=en

Deadline for Procedures (via Website)

Cancellations: On the day of the first use.
Change Requests: By 12:00 noon on the day before the first use.

2. Phone

Available during business hours

3. Email

The date of receipt will be considered the cancellation/change request date.

Change of Booking

Type of changeUp to 8 days prior1-7 days priorDay of departure
Date¥500×
Bus (Same route only)¥500¥500
Additional passenger(s)Please make a separate booking.
Reduction of passenger(s)Cancellation policy will apply.

…You can change without a fee.
¥500…You can change for a fee of 500JPY per person. Fee is payable to our staff at check in.
×…Unable to Change.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation date7-2 Days
Before Travel Date
Day Before
Travel Date
Day of Travel
Before Departure Time
Day of Travel
After Departure Time or No Show
Cancellation fee rate 30%40%50%100%

We are not responsible for any bank charges and exchange rate differences on cancellation refunds.

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QHow do I get the bus tickets?
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There are no bus tickets. At check in let our staff know your name or your Booking ID.

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QWhere is the White Liner Bus counter in New Chitose Airport?
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QHow long does it take to get to the White Liner bus counter tour desk in the domestic terminal from the International terminal?
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QIf my flight was delayed, can I get on a bus?
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[In case of flight delay]

If seats available on next bus/day, ¥500 change fee/person will apply. If seats are unavailable, regular CXL fees will apply. (Notified before bus departure 50%, no-show or notice after departure 100%)

[Time required for bus transfer at airport]

Connection time required at airport for flight arrival and departure:

  • DOMESTIC: 45 minutes after flight arrival and 60 minutes for departure.
  • INTERNATIONAL: 90 minutes after flight arrival and 120 minutes for departure.

Bus may be delayed due to weather. Please consider this when choosing your bus.

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QCan we select our seats?
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Seats are not assigned

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RENTALSki & Snowboard Rental
GEAR & SIZE
GEAR & SIZE

Gear & Sizing

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QI have my own boots. Can I just rent the skis?
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Yes, but individually rented equipment will be same as set price.

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QIf I take my own ski boots, can you adjust the ski for my boots?
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For ski boots, provide your sole size (not shoe size), a 3 digit number (ex. 305mm) located on sole or side of your boots. For snowboard, provide your boot size. Binding will be adjusted accordingly.
Binding setting may vary depending upon delivery location. Please see below.

Courier Delivery Service

We deliver equipment with your binding adjusted to the sole size provided. You will be responsible to finalize your adjustment.

Staff Hotel Delivery

  • Downtown Sapporo Hotels
    Please bring your boots to the front desk and call our office at +81-11-624-8822 to request binding adjustment.

Self Pick-Up

Bring your boots when coming to the shop to pick up skis and ask for binding adjustment.

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QAre tour bindings available?
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All skis are equipped with alpine bindings (GripWalk compatible). Tour bindings are not available.

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QAre the snowboard bindings step-in?
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Our snowboard bindings are not step-in. All bindings are of the standard strap type.

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QCan I change the size if the rental equipment does not fit?
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Courier Delivery Service

We are unable to deliver alternate sizes. Confirm shoe size before ordering.
Boots are usually prepared slightly larger than size of shoes. Bring thick socks or layered clothing.

Staff Hotel Delivery and Self Pick-up

If other sizes are available during office hours, you can change. Try on the sizes immediately after receiving the equipment. Try using thick socks or layered clothing to help the fitting.

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QCan I try on several sizes?
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Courier Delivery Service

Not available.

Staff Hotel Delivery・Self Pick-Up

We deliver the size indicated on your order form. If it doesn’t fit, let our staff know and we will exchange the size for you.

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PICK UP & RETURN
PICK UP & RETURN

Pick-up & Return

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QCan I go to your Niseko shop to pick up and return?
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Yes, it is possible. As we are located away from the ski resort area, please check the access in advance and visit us after making a reservation

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QCan I go to your Sapporo shop to pick up and return?
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Yes. Our Sapporo shop is located about 5 minutes on foot from JR Soen Station, the next stop from Sapporo Station. Booking not required but choice of equipment may be unavailable so we recommend booking in advance.

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QWhy can't you deliver equipment If I stay at Hilton Niseko Village or Hinode Hlls Niseko Village?
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Due to hotel contact reasons we are unable to deliver or pick up equipment. For our customers who stay at these hotels, courier delivery is offered.

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QHow do I pick up the rental equipment?
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The procedure differs depending upon the area you are staying.

Courier Delivery Service

Our courier service Yamato Transport Co., Ltd. will deliver to your hotel the day before you arrive. Please check with the front desk for pick up location.

  • Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention
  • The Westin Rusutsu Resort
  • The Vale Rusutsu
  • Northern Resort Annupuri
  • Niseko Prince Hotel Hirafutei
  • Hilton Niseko Village
  • Hinode Hills Niseko Village
  • One Niseko Resort Towers
  • The Green Leaf Niseko Village
  • Niseko Grand Hotel
  • Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO
  • Yu Kiroro
  • Tomamu The Tower by Hoshino Resorts
  • RISONARE Tomamu
  • Sahoro Resort Hotel
  • New Furano Prince Hotel
  • La Vista Furano Hills
  • Hotel Bell Hills (Furano)
  • Hotel Edel Warme (Furano)
  • Hotel Naturwald Furano
  • Resort Inn North Country (Furano)
  • FURANO NATULUX HOTEL
  • Authent Hotel Otaru
  • Hotel Torifito Otaru Canal
  • OMO5 Otaru by Hoshino Resorts
  • Hotel Nord Otaru
  • Hotel Sonia Otaru
  • Asarigawa Classe Hotel

Staff Hotel Delivery

・Downtown Sapporo Hotels
Equipment is delivered to your hotel prior to your rental start date. Check with front desk. Try your equipment. If change is required, contact us during office hours. Please note we cannot exchange the morning of your rental start date.

Self Pick-Up Customers

Please visit our shop for self pick-up during operating hours and ensure to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing time to process your rental.

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QCan I pick up my rental items the day before my rental start date?
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【In-store Pickup】

You can pick up your rental items from the afternoon of the day before your rental start date.
When booking, please enter your actual rental period for the start and end dates, and select the previous afternoon as your pickup date.

【Courier Delivery】

Your rental items will be delivered to your hotel by the day before your rental start date.

【Staff Delivery (Sapporo Only)】

Your rental items will be delivered to your hotel the day before your rental start date. You can pick them up at the front desk upon check-in.

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QI want to use my rental items for night skiing, but I won’t be able to return them (or complete the courier return process) within business hours. What should I do?
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【In-store Pickup】

You can return your items the next morning.

【Courier Delivery】

You can ship your items back the next morning.

【Staff Delivery (Sapporo Only)】

After returning to your hotel on your last rental day, please leave the items at the front desk (or the designated location). Our staff will collect them the next morning.

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QCan I rent even if I'm not staying at hotels?
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Yes, if you self pick-up/return at our Niseko or Sapporo shop.

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QWill you charge additional for courier delivery cost?
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No, courier delivery cost is included in your online price.

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CHANGES & TROUBLE
CHANGES & TROUBLE

Changes & Trouble

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QCan I change from ski to snowboard after starting rental service?
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Courier Delivery Service

No changes accepted.

Staff Hotel Delivery and Self Pick-up

If we have the equipment available, you can change for a ¥2,000 change fee.

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QCan I extend my rental period?
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Please contact us first.

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QCan I get a refund if I return my equipment earlier than planned?
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Reservation cannot be cancelled after rental period starts and no refund for early return of equipment. For regular rentals, in case of injury, see example below.
(Ex. Rental period 1st to 7th. Injury incurred and reported on the 3rd. Refund applies for 5th to 7th.)
This does not apply to season rentals.

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QWhat if the equipment is damaged or stolen?
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Contact us first. After confirming, we may ask payment for any damage or loss incurred. Please see below for charges.

Equipment Damage/Loss Liability

  • Ski and snowboard:
    -Loss/Damage: 30,000 Yen
  • Performance ski and snowboard:
    -Loss/Damage: 50,000 Yen~100,000 Yen
  • Boot: 15,000 Yen
  • Binding: 15,000 Yen~30,000 Yen
  • Pole: 3,000 Yen
  • Adjustable ski pole: 10,000 Yen
  • Snow suit: Loss/Damage 20,000 Yen
  • Helmet: 10,000 Yen
  • Binding part for snowboard (belt, ratchet): 1,000 Yen and up
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SERVICE & BOOKING
SERVICE & BOOKING

Services & Booking

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QWhere can I try fitting?
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Either at our shop or at your hotel upon delivery.

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QIs there a ski locker?
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Check with your accommodation. Paid ski lockers are available at the ski resorts. Please check with them.

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QDo you offer ski lessons?
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No, we do not. Please ask the ski resort.

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QDo you have a bus and ski lesson package?
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No, we do not. For ski lessons, please ask the ski resort.

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QDo you have a bus and ski rental package?
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Although we do not have a bus and ski rental package, we offer early online discounts for both when you book online.

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QI have not made a booking. Can I rent without a reservation?
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Courier Delivery Service

Only reservations accepted.

Staff Hotel Delivery・Self Pick-Up

If equipment available, rental is possible. Please call us.

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