2021 Lupicia Summer Operation

Come Enjoy La villa LUPICIA Restaurant & Beer Garden.

La villa LUPICIA Restaurant is open on the following dates.

LUNCH: 11am – 2:30pm(LO)
DINNER – Beer Garden Style: 3pm – 7pm(LO)
HOLIDAY: Mondays & Tuesdays *Subject to change in case of public holidays
Enjoy the original Yotei Beer at the outdoor beer garden with delicious meals and wonderful music in the cool summer breeze!
* Will be held indoors in case of rain.


Gentemstick Niseko Showroom & The Snowsurf Shop

Gentemstick Niseko Showroom & The Snowsurf Shop Opens from Saturday, July 3rd!

Starting Saturday, July 3rd, GENTEMSTICK NISEKO SHOWROOM & THE SNOWSURF SHOP will open for summer along with their cafe.

The 21-22 GENTEMSTICK lineup and other surf/skate goods are available at the Niseko shop. Make sure to come check it out, enjoy some coffee and check out the new mini ramp, too!

Shop Hour: 11am-6pm

Cafe Hour: 9am-5pm (LO 4:40pm)

Gentem Ramp Hour: 11 am to 6 pm.
Adult 500 yen, child 250 yen / day
Booking is not needed.

*CLOSED Thursdays (open on Japanese public holidays)


2021 Niseko Summer Specials Released

Escape to Niseko for the Coolest Summer Holiday! 

Niseko Tourism says this summer offers a unique opportunity for Japan-based travellers to experience its “green-season”.

Niseko’s summer is ripe for all sorts of fresh gourmet food experiences and outdoor activities.

Without international visitors this summer, there are great deals on accommodations, activities and restaurants/bars.

Visitors this summer can also be among the first to try Hokkaido’s biggest tree-trekking course which has just opened at Niseko’s Hanazono Resort.

Niseko Tourism Marketing Director Acme Wu says Niseko makes the perfect base to stay and explore Southwest Hokkaido.

“Within 60 minutes drive there are dozens of Hokkaido’s most famous scenic spots,” Acme says.

“For example, visitors staying in Niseko can easily visit Shakotan for the freshest sea urchin (uni).

“Lake Toya offers a range of dining and activity options on and around the lake, which is one of the most picturesque spots in Japan.

“Another coastal town Yoichi is famous for its spectacular wineries and whisky distiller, and it’s also one of the best places to try fruit picking while overlooking the Sea of Japan coastline.”

There are dozens of activities in and around Niseko to suit all ages including: rafting, SUP boarding, kayaking , canyoning, tree trekking (three parks to choose from), mountain biking and electric biking (hire available), hiking, and more! Not to mention more than 20 different onsens for guests to relax and rejuvenate after all the fun during the day.

Niseko is becoming a famous international dining destination, so there is no better time for domestic travellers to come and see what the world is talking about – from Michelin-star restaurants to various local favourites, visitors can enjoy Japanese and international cuisine.

Niseko also has the best resort accommodation in Japan, with the best ever prices available now.

Choose from five-star hotels, self-contained apartments, or stand alone houses or cottages.

View special offers at Niseko Summer Specials 2021  on

  • Accommodation
  • Activities
  • Restaurants/bars


2021 Jolly Fox Invitational Niseko Golf Competition

The 2nd Jolly Fox Invitational Wrapped with Four Days of Fun in Niseko!

And it is a wrap! The 2nd Annual Jolly Fox Invitational, which took place at Hanazono Golf from June 16-19, has now come to a close and what an amazing event it was. The Jolly Fox Invitational is 4 sensational days of fun starting with the entertaining team draw, followed by 3 rounds of awesome golf competition. The event culminates with the crowing of the Champion at the Gala Awards Dinner held at the Park Hyatt Hanazono Niseko. This year’s competition was won in dominating fashion by the team of Ohtani & Colless who scored a tournament record low score of 22 under par. The pair held their lead through all three rounds of the competition and sealed the victory on Saturday afternoon in front of a big crowd on the 18th green.

The pulse-ending finish of last year’s Jolly was replaced with a tense battle for the coveted 3rd and 4th places (top 4 places won cash prizes). Going into the 18th hole, 3 teams were tied and competing for 2 in-the-money prizes. Ed Downer hit an amazing 30 yard chip shot over the greenside bunker landing it softly on the green within 10 feet of the hole. The Greenwood/Downer team 2-putted to secure sole possession of 3rd place. Coming in 2nd place was the team of Greg Hough and Ruri Meikle with of a score of 16 under par. In any other year, this would likely have been a winning score. Ruri became the first woman to compete in the Jolly and she even won the Longest Drive competition over 31 men on Day 1. This year also saw the introduction of a ¥5M Hole-In-One Competition as well as an exciting ¥1m Putting Competition.

The event continues to raise money for Niseko Tourism to support the essential promotional efforts of ensuring Niseko’s rapid return to one of Asia’s first choice travel destinations.

This competition wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of key sponsors:Callaway, H2 Group, Park Hyatt Hanazono Niseko, Powderlife, Hanazono Golf, Black Wood Grill, MnK, Niseko Black, Glen Claydon Photography, Uchi and Niseko Realty.


2021 Somoza Summer Schedule

Somoza open from July 16th, 2021!

SOMOZA Reservation Policy 2021 Summer>

Somoza will be changing their restaurant procedures upon re-opening, to better ensure the safety of their customers against the risk of Covid 19. Operation hours will be restricted and group reservations limited to a max of 6 people per group.

Bookings for course lunch will be reservation only. Cafe reservations preferred to help with Covid 19 Management.

◆Reservation◆

<Summer season>16th July, 2021~

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, open for lunch and cafe.

<Open Hour>Lunch:12:00 or 13:00 seating

Cafe:10:00~16:00

※Reservation slots are lunch: 2 hours, cafe: a hour per booking.

※Number of seats are limited and in order to avoid disappointment, please make a  reservation in advance.  Reservations for September will be accepted from the 1st of August.

◆Lunch course◆

Chef’s French Course: ¥4,500~/ per ADL, ¥2,500/per CHD: included TAX.

◆Inquiry◆

TEL: 0136-55-8741

info@somoza.jp for inquiries and reservations.


Boot Solutions Open for 2021 Summer

Village Sports is Open from Friday, June 18th.

Village Sports summer operation has begun.

Just a few minutes walk from the Niseko Village Golf Course, you can find a range of stylish and unique golf clothing and footwear along with various accessories, from brands including Peak Performance, Black Clover, Bogner, Footjoy, Montura, Titleist and more. Custom golf insoles made by our qualified technicians.

Business hours are 10: 00-18: 00. June is a three-day business day from Friday to Sunday, and Tuesday is a regular holiday from July.

CONTACT INFO:

TEL:0136-44-1181

E-MAIL:[email protected]

www.villagesportsjapan.com


2021 Summer Survey

Fill Out 2021 Niseko Survey to Win  Amazing Prizes! (Worth ¥40,000+)

For the 2021 Niseko Summer Survey, Chatrium Niseko, Aya Niseko, Niseko Wow + Niseko Wow Fitness and Niseko Portfolio are partnering up and offering even better prizes for YOU, who is helping us to make Niseko a better year-round holiday destination with your feedback!

Fill out this quick survey below and you might become one of the lucky winners to win a monthly surprise prize (worth ¥40,000 and MORE).

The winners will be announced on the 13th of every month, starting July 2021 through October 2021. So fill out NOW!

By submitting an entry to this NPB Lucky Prize Draw, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to be bound by these Official Rules and the decisions of Niseko Tourism, and that you satisfy all eligibility requirements.


2021 Tomo Restaurant Niseko Summer Operation

Tomo Restaurant is Set to Reopen on Saturday, June 5th, 2021.

Great news! Tomo Restaurant Niseko is reopening with a brand new breakfast and lunch menu. Vegetarian or plant based? Tons of great choices available! Hungry carnivore? You are going to love their homemade pastrami, burgers and tacos.

Open this Saturday the 5th June and Sunday then open weekly Wednesdays to Sundays from 8am to 3:30pm located on site at The Orchards Niseko.

Everything on the menu is also available for takeout and lots of new outdoor seating are being installed. Full details at www.tomoniseko.com

Check out the NEW MENU BELOW!


Hanazono New Features 2021-22

HANAZONO Niseko New Features for 2021-22 Winter!

Exciting news for HANAZONO Niseko this winter! Here is a quick summary:

  • New Hanazono 1 lift – upgraded from 4 passengers to 6 passengers! Plus new station and heated seats
  • Hanazono Symphony Gondola- new 10-person cabin linking guests up to the top station
  • New courses: 2 new courses

Check out all the exciting details HERE.


Green Saso Green Tea Cafe and Skatepark Open from Spring!

Green Saso and Skatepark Now Open!

Nestled among a white birch forest in Niseko area, Green Saso Green Tea Cafe offers a unique Japanese cultural experience by serving a variety of high quality Japanese green teas and Japanese sweets. You can also find some Japanese craft wares with modern Japanese design in this quaint spot.

Come enjoy Japanese culture in a relaxed and cozy setting.

Currently, the cafe is open Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 12:00-17:30 (L.O. 17:00). Operation hour might change in July for summer. Make sure to check their Facebook for more updates.

The Green Saso Bowl is open 7 days a week: Thursday to Monday 10:00-19:00, Tuesday and Wednesday 12:00-19:00.

The day cost is:

  • ¥1000/adult
  • ¥500/children (junior high school students and under) Season pass ¥10000/adult ¥5000/children (junior high school students and under)