Japan Ski Experience Wins World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to Japan 2025

Japan Ski Experience has been named World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to Japan 2025 at the 13th Annual World Ski Awards, confirming its position as the leading specialist in Japan ski travel.

Nearly Two Decades of Japan Ski Expertise

Founded in 2007 by Lindsay Colbert and Ben Thorpe, Japan Ski Experience has grown from a small team with a passion for Japan’s mountains into a trusted authority in ski holidays across Niseko, Hakuba, Furano, and Rusutsu. Over the past eighteen years, the company has helped thousands of travellers plan and book Japan ski holidays with the widest range of accommodation, tailor-made itineraries, and comprehensive guest support.

“When Ben Thorpe and I co-founded Japan Ski Experience back in 2007, we could never have imagined the incredible journey it would take us on. It’s been a true privilege to help thousands of people discover Japan’s ski resorts, pairing the best accommodation recommendations with seamless travel arrangements. This recognition is a reflection of our team’s hard work and shared commitment to our ethos of providing every guest with the best possible experience. We’re absolutely thrilled to receive it and look forward to continuing this journey together in the years ahead.” – Managing Director, Lindsay Colbert.

Japan Ski Experience Wins World’s Best Ski Travel Agent to Japan at the 2025 World Ski Awards

Recognition of Long-Term Contribution

The award acknowledges Japan Ski Experience’s commitment to quality, reliability, and local knowledge, as well as its ongoing contribution to the growth of Japan’s winter tourism industry. With dedicated teams based in both Hokkaido and Hakuba, Japan Ski Experience provides detailed knowledge and support that few international ski travel specialists can match.

Behind every booking is a team of consultants with first-hand experience of Japan’s resorts, properties, and service providers. Japan Ski Experience’s long-term relationships with accommodation partners, transfer operators, and rental providers ensure guests receive accurate advice and efficient coordination from start to finish. This hands-on approach, built on years of collaboration and trust, is central to the company’s reputation for dependable, personalised service.

Established in 2013, the World Ski Awards form part of the World Travel Awards programme and celebrate excellence across ski resorts, hotels, and travel operators worldwide. Winners are determined by votes from both the public and industry professionals, recognising organisations that deliver consistent expertise and trusted service.

Japan Ski Experience’s 2025 win reinforces its reputation as the leading authority in Japan ski travel and a key contributor to the continued growth of Japan’s ski destinations on the global stage.