Your winter read has just landed in Hokkaido.
Just in time for the ski lifts opening, the third issue of WanderLuxe Magazine is hot off the press with plenty of intel and inspiration to last you until green season.
Settle in for a winter of alpine adventures, family escapes, and travel guides across Hokkaido and beyond. Here’s a first look at this year’s edition:
1. Keeping Pace with Georgina Wilson-Burnand and Jeanne Grey
Multi-hyphenate Georgina Wilson-Burnand graces our cover with her sister and business partner Jess Wilson. Inside, the cover star opens up about her fitness journey (including finishing the Tokyo Marathon), the rituals that ground her as she continues to build ever-expanding Sunnies Inc. empire, and the joy of returning to Hokkaido with her family year after year (yes, her three kids also joined the shoot!).
With snow-dusted mornings and new achievements around every corner, Georgina is moving through life at full speed — and she isn’t hitting pause anytime soon.
In addition to our print cover, we also have a digital cover starring Jeanne Grey, international content creator and founder of GREYLAYERS. Beneath Niseko’s white peaks, she shares her love for horses, winter styling tips, and the art of intention and presence. Keep an eye out in January for the digital cover release!
Read next: Postcard From Here: Step Inside Jeanne Grey’s Stylish Ski Trip to Niseko
2. Hokkaido’s Winter Playbook
From Niseko’s world-famous Japow to Rusutsu’s wide-open runs and Furano’s cinematic landscapes, we unpack the best of Hokkaido’s snow season. We asked the experts about where the best ski runs are, what to do in winter if you don’t actually ski and a round-up of seasonal festivals worth planning your trip around.
Read next: Heading to Hokkaido this Winter? 11 Festivals and Events You Shouldn’t Miss
3. The Après-ski Edit: Where to Eat, Drink, and Unwind
What’s a trip to Japan without plenty of good food and drink? Niseko continues its rise on the global culinary map, and this year’s dining guide captures the best of it. Think elegant tasting menus, cosy wine bars, and lively bars that invite you to linger.
Our top pick? MASONRY. Japan at Niseko Kyo, the first international outpost of Chef Ben Cross’ acclaimed Bali restaurant, which debuts this winter.
Planning your eat list? Read our Niseko Dining Guide 2025: Best Bars and Restaurants
4. Snow Much Fun: Perfecting the Family Ski Trip
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Hokkaido is where little ones fall in love with winter and parents learn the art of a truly seamless ski trip. From gentle beginner zones and kid-focused ski schools to cosy indoor adventures when little legs need a break, this is your guide to planning a stress-free snow escape that keeps everyone warm, happy, and ready for just one more run.
5. Keeping it Cool in Hokkaido
Blessed with mild summers, abundant nature, and endless outdoor adventures, Hokkaido is Japan’s best-kept secret for beating the heat. Explore lush hiking trails, river escapades, cycling routes, and flower-filled valleys that make a summer escape to Niseko, Furano, and beyond unforgettable.
Read more: Curious to see the powder triangle after the snow melts? Here’s why you need a coolcation in Hokkaido.
Read the full issue below or grab a copy of WanderLuxe Magazine in person, available exclusively at The Luxe Nomad properties across Hokkaido and our partner establishments.