Winter sports enthusiasts across the Chinese mainland are rerouting their ski plans this season after Beijing issued a travel advisory for Japan in November 2025. The move followed controversial Taiwan-related remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, sparking a shift toward domestic snowy destinations.
🏔️ "Why fly overseas when we have world-class facilities here?" says Li Xiaotong, a 28-year-old skier from Dalian who swapped his Hokkaido trip for Yunding Snow Park in Chongli. The resort – part of Beijing's 2022 Winter Olympics legacy – now hosts the 2025-2026 FIS Freeski and Snowboard Big Air World Cup through December.
❄️ Industry data shows a 40% surge in bookings at major Chinese ski resorts compared to last winter. Analysts note this trend boosts domestic tourism while showcasing China's growing winter sports infrastructure. With perfect powder conditions and pro-level events, destinations like Chongli are becoming the new Alpine hotspots for Asia's adventure seekers.
