Park Hyatt Summer Restaurants
Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono Restaurants Open for Summer
With the summer arriving at Park Hyatt Niseko, we are delighted to inform you of our restaurant opening times:
Olivio opens for lunch and dinner every Saturday & Sunday. Also open daily between June 19-23, July 21-26 and August 7-11 for lunch and dinner.
China Kitchen opens for lunch & dinner every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Also open on June 24, July 19 & 22, and August 9, 12, 16 & 19.
Molière Montagne daily open for lunch and dinner. Weekly closing day: Wednesday, except on August 11.
Sushi Mitsukawa opens for lunch and dinner. Weekly closing days: Wednesday & Thursday. Exceptionally open on July 22, August 11 and August 12.
Teppan opens for advanced reservations for dinner. Weekly closing days are Sunday and Monday.
For more details and reservations, please check the Dining page on our website, Reservations: 0136-27-1234.
Chatrium Niseko Offers Upgrades
At Chatrium Niseko, we are offering complimentary upgrades to our Penthouse Suites!
～Complementary upgrade for 2 bookings per day～
Chatrium Niseko Japan (Location: 190-4 Yamada, Kutchan-cho, Kutchan-gun, Hokkaido, Shiki Niseko) is pleased to launch our exclusive Niseko Penthouse Experience. Guests with a reservation in Two and Three Bedroom Annupuri View Suites are entitled to an upgrade to our Penthouse Suites, subject to availability.
Located on our private 6th floor, our Penthouses offer stunning views directly over Mt. Annupuri or Mt. Yotei. The suites conveniently provide 127 and 169 square meters, a private terrace, fully equipped modern kitchen, private in-room laundry, chrome-cast streaming service and specialized amenities to make your stay comfortable. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, enjoy the Niseko green season in style.
Period of stay available from Tuesday June 1 to Tuesday November 30, 2021. For reservations, please visit our official website, selecting the ‘Niseko Penthouse Experience’ under Accommodations.
Chatrium Niseko Japan operates under Chatrium Hotels & Residences (Headquarters: Thailand). Chatrium Niseko Japan is the first hotel to be opened in Japan. Nestled between Mt. Yotei and Mt. Annapuri, Hirafu village is the home of Chatrium Niseko Japan, a Niseko hotel unlike any other. Situated within the iconic Shiki Niseko building, and looking toward the Grand Hirafu slopes, the Chatrium Niseko Japan hotel includes 78 spacious apartments, studios and penthouses, offering sublime comfort to the Niseko guest. The hotel facilities include a convenient 24 hour Market for snacks and goodies, a Fitness Centre and an International ATM. For skiers and snowboarders Chatrium Niseko Japan has the resorts premier equipment rental service “Rhythm Japan” based inhouse and all guests have access to a private locker to store their kit, plus Boot Room to ensure warm and dry footwear for the next day on the mountain.
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TEL: 0136-21-4191
E-mail: [email protected]
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World Ski Awards 2021
Niseko Receives Nominations in World Ski Awards 2021
Nominations for The 2021 World Ski Awards are in, and Niseko has once again received numerous nominations. Niseko United as well as Niseko’s best hotels and chalets have made this year’s list.
Out of the 30 nominated accommodations from around Japan, 14 are from the Niseko area, demonstrating just how special the resort area is.
In last year’s awards, Hakuchozan won Japan’s Best Ski Chalet an impressive fourth year in a row. Congratulations to the Hakuchozan team for picking up the win last year, being named Japan’s Best Ski Chalet for 2020!
The World Ski Awards have run every year since 2013, and Niseko United and accommodations have received nominations each year. Niseko United has won Japan’s Best Ski Resort four times since the awards began.
Nominations
Japan’s Best Ski Resort 2021
- Niseko United
Japan’s Best Ski Hotel 2021
- Chatrium Niseko
- Hilton Niseko Village
- Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
- The Green Leaf Niseko Village
Japan’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel 2021
- HakuVillas
- MUSE Niseko
- The Vale Niseko
Japan’s Best Ski Chalet 2021
- Aspect
- Hakuchozan
- Kozue
Skiing Into Mt Yotei's Crater
Skiing into Mt Yotei’s Crater
– Author: Rebecca Speare-Cole, Writer from Mabey Ski
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Mt Yotei
Mt Yotei is the supermodel of all volcanoes. A flawless Japanese snow cone planted among smaller, lumpier neighbours. From the village of Hirafu, she stands in full view across a patchwork of snowy fields. Known by locals as ezo-fuji – the Mount Fuji of the north island, Hokkaido – she glows rose-pink at dusk, while her deep-blue silhouette guides you home at night with silent surety.
In Niseko, Mount Yotei is the ski challenge on everyone’s lips. But her reputation also reaches skiers around the world. She is known for being one of the few places in the world where you can drop into a perfectly circular volcanic crater. She has neither ski lifts nor buildings. And she only lets skiers grace her slopes when visibility, wind and avalanche conditions are safe.
So, it’s no surprise that the mammoth day trip is among the unmissable entries on Mabey Ski’s 4 volcanoes in 4 days.
Preparing to conquer Yotei
I was lucky enough to cross it off my bucket list one Sunday in March 2017. The conditions were perfect to scale the 6,222ft and ski the crater. I teamed up with three other women and we decided to take on the 5-7 hour hike to do just that. Helena was Dutch, Marina was Danish, Louise was Kiwi and I was from central London. We had little in common other than our lack of mountaineering experience and our shared ambition to venture out of bounds. A bunch of guys we knew, who had climbed Yotei a week before, laughed at us as we plotted our route on a map spread across the wooden kitchen table. “You have no idea what you’re in for,” one said.
But with clunky touring skis, a packed lunch and wilful ambition, we stubbornly set out at 4 o’clock the next morning to meet her face-to-face.
Ascent
I remember Helena saying: “I think this is it,” as she pulled into an obscure car park at 4am. Up ahead, we could just make out a group of hikers entering the woods with tiny dancing bulbs in their head torches. Peering up into the dark, I could barely make out Yotei’s gargantuan north face. We cowered for a minute or two from the shelter of our warm car seats.
Out in the biting pre-dawn cold, we set off. Mountaineers ahead of us had carved out tracks between the Japanese birch trees and we gratefully skimmed over the slush in their wake. Click-shuffle-click-shuffle – we got into a rhythm and I kicked my skis up with energy into the dark-blue gloom. Saddled with a heavy rucksack, my back soon began to complain and my hands grew clammy. This is not going to be pretty, I thought.
An hour later, sunrise erupted through the trees and cast an amber sheen over layers of white. I remember us talking about how the orange glow was the best psychological fuel. It was not only deeply stunning but showed us that the quilt of snowy fields had fallen far below. We were actually making progress.
By the time we emerged above the tree-line, a searingly bright morning greeted us. We methodically and begrudgingly zigzagged uphill as the heat increased. Steam was radiating off the snow, like rice sizzling on a teppanyaki hot plate.
After four hours of sweat and panting and creaking bones, the slope started rising up to meet our noses – hitting at least a 50-degree angle. At this point, we could no longer skin and it was time to bootpack. We hitched our skis to our bags and almost crawled the remaining 300 metres to the summit, feeling like elderly snails with houses on our backs. Some hikers are faced with terrifyingly steep sheet ice on the final stretch to the top. But not us. Instead, we had to battle mushy snow that crumbled away beneath every single tread, like sinking desert sand.
Skiing the crater
Exhaustion met utter elation as the gradient finally began to plateau and solid ground levelled out underneath our boots.
I dropped my bag with skis clattering into a pile and ran to the crater’s edge. Still out of breath, I stood on the rim of what looks like a magnified china tea-cup. I stared for a moment into its marble-white bowl, triumphant. It was hands down one of the best moments I’ve ever had. Helena joined me and soon we were hugging and congratulating other hikers who made it too. We took photos of the landscape that stretched all the way to the sea.
No skiers had carved into the crater’s sparkling surface yet so we barely breathed before clicking in and dropping in. Imagine 200m of the most-perfect knee-deep fluffy powder imaginable. I could hear Helena’s “wooooooooooooooo’s and ahhh’s” behind me as we floated like feathers, turning side to side until we landed at the centre.
“Unreal,” Helena said as we reached the bottom. We took in the 360-crater walls towering above us before anticipating the climb out.
As we trudged up through the deep snow, skis on shoulders, my legs threatened to buckle many times. They were shot. But we could not resist a second round. I don’t know how I managed to crawl my way up to the ridge again. I had used every bit of energy that my 5ft 2” body could muster and had left none for the long ski to the bottom.
Descent
For some people, the ski down Yotei was the highlight – Japan’s powder at its finest. In the distance, the comforting sight of Niseko beckons warmly too. But the main thing I remember is that my legs shook violently the whole way. My legs were screaming in pain and only allowed me to continue in an odd spread-eagled sort of snowplough.
I also couldn’t forget the Australian snowboarder who we met on the descent and was heading straight to the airport. He waived us off as he surfed towards the highway. We laughed and watched him go.
At the bottom, we quietly took off our skis and wobbled towards the car. We perched on the bonnet and pulled off our boots, wiggling toes and massaging calves while Louise handed out bottles of Asahi.
As we piled back into the car, we still had two more stops to go. First, the old Milk Kobo diary just down the road where we could pick up some gooey Japanese cheesecake. And last, it was onto the Chinsenpuri onsen so we could soak our spent muscles in the hot spring under starry skies.
Mabey Ski creates out-of-the-ordinary ski adventures across the globe that push boundaries and challenge the conventional.
Author: Rebecca Speare-Cole is a writer for Mabey Ski and previously worked in Niseko as a ski instructor.
Shiba Sakura Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour in Niseko - Mishima-san's Shiba Sakura Garden in Kutchan
Mishima-san’s Shiba Sakura garden in Kutchan is one of the most famous sights in the whole Niseko area. The garden blooms with a sea of pink and white flowers from the end of May to the middle of June. This garden is meticulously cared for by Mishima-san, who owns and lives at the garden.
Now you can experience the joys of walking through this garden yourself virtually. Immerse yourself in this 360 video and look around Mishima-san’s amazing shiba sakura garden.
Interact with the virtual tour by dragging the screen with your mouse or by moving your mobile device around to see the garden from any angle you want. Turn your volume up to hear the natural sounds of the forest and to get the best experience.
This video was made possible with the Insta360 One X2 360 camera.
Ritz Carlton Niseko Named in Industry Hot List
Higashiyama Niseko Village, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Recognised on Travel + Leisure's It List 2021 & Conde Nast Traveler's Hot List 2021
NISEKO, JAPAN – 12 May 2021 – Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is honored to be recognized on Travel + Leisure’s It List 2021 and Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List 2021. The two coveted awards are a true testament to the resort’s commitment and dedication to providing impeccable luxury, amenities, and service that only the Ritz-Carlton Reserve can offer.
Travel + Leisure: It List 2021
The editors’ picks of the Best New Hotels in the World, these new and revamped properties welcome guests and a taste of travel’s future. T+L’s guide to the essential openings of the past year took their editors and writers to 29 countries in pursuit of the unforgettable. T+L was committed to featuring properties that are the best at what they do while displaying a sense of innovation. The 73 properties on the It List 2021 include brand new builds, century-old architectural masterpieces and family-run boutiques. Read more here.
Condé Nast Traveler: The Hot List 2021
Condé Nast Traveler marked the 25th anniversary of the Hot List with the release of the year’s top hotel and industry openings in the world, with winners representing the best of the best. Each of the 69 picks on this year’s list was safely vetted by their international network of correspondents and they have also expanded the scope of hot to include restaurants, transportation, and destinations. Read more here.
“Being named in Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler’s esteemed awards programme is indeed a remarkable honour. Our team here at Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve continues to build on our reputation as a rare destination of authentic and affluent experiences unique to Niseko Village, interweaving with the highest level of personalised service and care throughout the seasons,” said Mahmoud Skaf, Area General Manager.
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, owned by YTL Hotels, is a rare sanctuary of bespoke luxury nestled in the premier powder snow destination of Niseko Village in Hokkaido, northern Japan. This is the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve property in Japan, and the fifth in the world.
Unfolding over a vast landscape with panoramic views of Mount Yotei and Mount Niseko Annupuri, the inspiration behind the ultra-luxury resort lies in the Japanese proverb “Kachou Fuugetsu” (Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon) that encourages reverence for the transient beauty of nature and wellbeing through self-discoveries. Expressions of heartfelt emotional connections, indigenous aesthetics, unique cuisine and sensory-rich journeys characterise every element of the guest experience.
The resort welcomes guests to explore and discover the area’s more than 2,100 acres of skiable terrain, groomed slopes and backcountry trails in the winter. In the summer, Niseko’s emerald green forests and lush landscapes invite golfers, cyclists, trekkers and other outdoor adventure seekers to come and play. With a design aesthetic inspired by the beauty of its natural surroundings, the resort’s 50 rooms and suites offer breathtaking views of the majestic mountains. Guests will be pampered with the ultimate in luxury at the resort, which features a traditional Japanese onsen fed by the mineral-rich waters of Niseko’s natural underground thermal springs and wellness haven, Spa Chasi La Sothys. Dining at Higashiyama Niseko Village is elevated to another level, where highly skilled chefs interpret the exquisite culinary traditions of Japan with ingredients that reflect the changing seasons.
Discover the authentic and immersive alpine experiences specially curated for the Green Season by visiting Offers & Packages.
For more information on Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve and reservation enquiries, please visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com/higashiyamanisekovillage or email [email protected].
About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Bethesda, MD, part of Marriott International, Inc., currently operates more than 100 hotels in 32 countries and territories. For more information or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, for the latest company updates, visit news.marriott.com and to join the live conversation, use #RCMemories and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR). The Ritz-Carlton is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com.
Rhythm Japan Summer 2021 Opening
Rhythm Japan Opens for Summer 2021
Get all the latest summer gear, bikes, and more at Rhythm – and to celebrate the summer opening, Rhythm will be hosting an Outlet Sale with up to 50% off!
Get ready for biking this summer with ex-rental bikes going on sale with sizes for adults and kids. Niseko Bike Stock is limited so get in before they run out.
Opening Hours:
- June: 8am – 5pm, Friday – Sunday
- July, August: 8am – 5pm, Every Day
Contact:
Rhythm Japan
Tel: 0136 23 0164
Higashiyama Reservist Summer Experiences
Higashiyama Reservists are our team of select experts for our summer lifestyle programmes, exclusively curated for guests of Higashiyama Niseko Village. They have an intimate knowledge of the local environment and natural wonders; and they will lead inspiring journeys to discover nature’s fleeting beauty and create opportunities for independent discoveries during the green season.
THE MAJESTIC MOUNT YOTEI HIKE
- Full-day guided hike up Mount Yotei with your Reservist (10 hours)
- GoPro photos produced by the resort
- Energising packed breakfast and Chef-prepared to-go lunch box
- Suitable for guests between the ages of 16-65 with very high fitness level
The majestic Mount Yotei dominates the skyline of the Niseko Valley. Immerse in the beauty of Mount Yotei up close with our full-day hike that begins at 6.30am with a shuttle transfer to the base of Mount Yotei. Your Reservist will lead you on this adventurous hike that promises amazing views across the valley to Niseko and Kutchan, and pleasant encounters with numerous varieties of alpine flora and fauna that are packed with local wildlife. You may even hear the drumming of the beautiful Hokkaido great spotted woodpecker and also come across a Siberian chipmunk on the trail.
Savour your relaxing lunch at the top of the mountain where you can marvel at the stunning views of Lake Toya and even parts of Sapporo. Be mesmerised by the rolling clouds as they swirl around the edge of the crater as you enjoy a moment of contemplation and repose, all of these special moments captured beautifully on a GoPro.
After the enjoyable and satisfying hike, take a refreshing sip from Yotei no Wakimizu, the spring in the Yotei Nature Park, where the hike begins and ends.
Experience for up to two persons: JPY 114,000 (inclusive of prevailing service charge and tax)
A 50% surcharge applies for the third person.
THE FULL-DAY LAKE TOYA E-BIKE ADVENTURE
- Full-day guided e-bike adventure with your Reservist (6-7 hours)
- GoPro photos produced by the resort
- Chef-prepared to-go lunch box
- Suitable for guests between the ages of 16-65 with high fitness level
Most famed for its glamorous ski season, Niseko is equally beautiful, if not more so during the summer. Quiet roads, mild summer temperatures and attractive country landscapes make for a perfect e-biking adventure around Niseko, led by your Reservist.
The two-wheeled experience unfolds with a leisurely ride towards the picturesque Lake Toya. Delight in a close encounter with the world’s largest flightless birds at an ostrich farm where more than 60 birds run freely around the ranch. Next on the itinerary is a visit to Makkari Town, most famous for the pork from its pigs, which live an idyllic life grazing on herbs and flowers. Ride on to Lake Toya, the highlight of the day, where you can enjoy your chef-prepared lunch box by the lakeside. Relish in the spectacular scenery that surrounds you before continuing on to the farmer’s market where you can discover a plethora of fresh agricultural products from the Niseko area.
Let your Reservist, the resort’s curator of unprecedented Niseko adventures, inspire you through the authentic and timeless moments amid nature’s fleeting beauty while capturing your adventure on a GoPro.
Experience for up to two persons: JPY 101,500 (inclusive of prevailing service charge and tax)
THE SCENIC MOUNT ANNUPURI E-BIKE RIDE
- Half-day guided e-bike ride with your Reservist (4-5 hours)
- GoPro photos produced by the resort
- Chef-prepared to-go lunch box
- Suitable for guests between the ages of 16-65 with advanced fitness level
Traverse on the Niseko Panorama Line, one of the famous winding roads in Hokkaido that threads through Niseko’s peaks to enjoy the mountain nature, with a delicious lunch box and a GoPro to capture your personal collection of #RCMemories. Pause for a visit at the historical Kanrosui Spring where in 1954, the Showa Emperor tasted the cold spring water and proclaimed it as “Kanro” or “sweet dew”. Once you’ve had a refreshing sip of the spring water, proceed on to visit the beautiful Shinsen-numa (marsh) located 2,546ft above sea level nicknamed “Where God and Mountain Hermits Live” where the stunning scenery is said to be the best in Niseko.
Next, head on to the Niseko Green Farm where you can glimpse the local farm life and also sample the delicious seasonal produce amidst an authentic and laid-back atmosphere. The final stop on the itinerary is a must-visit in Niseko – the famous Milk Kobo, home to legendary dairy treats namely the rich cream puffs and cheese tarts.
Experience for up to two persons: JPY 89,000 (inclusive of prevailing service charge and tax). A 50% surcharge applies for the third person.
THE HALF-DAY NISEKO LEISURE RIDE
- Half-day guided e-bike ride with your Reservist (3-4 hours)
- GoPro photos produced by the resort
- Chef-prepared to-go lunch box
- Suitable for guests of all ages with intermediate fitness level
Languid days are just perfect in a setting like splendid Niseko. Experience the outdoor lifestyle with a leisurely half-day cycling tour on Niseko’s long, flowing and peaceful roads with the pristine natural scenery embracing you. Capture your memories on a GoPro as your Reservist leads you on this scenic tour on wheels that begins at the ostrich farm where you can get up close and interact with these magnificent creatures that run freely around the ranch.
Cycle on to the well-known tofu shop Wakimizu no Sato. Savour the delicate handmade tofu and tofu doughnuts amongst other tasty dishes made with fresh spring water from Yoteizan no Wakimizu. Enjoy a respite from the ride with your house-made lunch box before journeying on to the bustling farmer’s market where you can discover rare seasonal vegetables freshly picked that morning and a wide array of Niseko agricultural products.
Treat yourself to Niseko’s well-known dairy delicacies served at Milk Kobo, located next to the farm that produces the milk that is used to create their signature indulgences. From ice cream to the fresh drinkable yoghurt served in their iconic milk jug-shaped bottle, this visit will certainly delight the young and young-at-heart.
Experience for up to two persons: JPY 76,000 (inclusive of prevailing service charge and tax)
A 50% surcharge applies for the third person.
Higashiyama Spring Celebration
Higashiyama Niseko Village, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Celebrating the Season of Rebirth
NISEKO, JAPAN – 4 May 2021 – Spring, the season of rebirth, has arrived in Niseko. The magic of winter still lingers with visible snow against blue skies with wildlife sleepily emerging from hibernation and new vegetation gradually bursting in multi-hued greens as the sun takes its time to warm the land before summer settles in by June. In celebration of the gently evolving green season, Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve has designed exclusive stay offers that embrace the philosophy of Kachou Fuugetsu that stems from a Japanese proverb translating to Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon. The ancient saying is greater than the sum of its parts as it conveys a reverence for the beauty of nature and in experiencing it, to discover oneself.
The seven stay offers starting from JPY 63,333* per room, per night include luxurious overnight accommodation, breakfast for two persons, a complimentary afternoon tea for two persons as a Book Direct Benefit and flexibility for date changes up to two times before the end of validity date for each respective offer. Additional inclusions and conditions are as follows:
Reserve Delight
- Breakfast for two
- Set dinner for two persons at Yukibana
- A minimum two-night stay is required
- Valid through 30 November 2021
Reserve Story
- Breakfast for two
- Set lunch and set dinner for two persons at Yukibana
- A minimum two-night stay is required
- Valid through 30 November 2021
The Maserati Experience
- Breakfast for two
- Exclusive Maserati amenities in the suite
- A bottle of The Ritz-Carlton wine
- A two-hour private onsen experience per stay
- Return chauffeured airport transfers in a Maserati Levante – Special Edition
- Usage of a Maserati Levante – Special Edition during your stay (self-drive at leisure)
- Valid through 31 December 2021
Niseko Retreat: Stay 3 Nights, Pay 2 Nights
- Breakfast for two
- Early check-in at 12pm and late check-out at 4pm
- A minimum three-night stay is required
- Valid through 30 November 2021
Golf Retreat
- Breakfast for two
- One round of golf for two persons
- No minimum stay required
- Valid through 31 October 2021
Ladies Retreat
- Breakfast for two
- 60-minute spa treatment at Spa Chasi La Sothys for two persons
- Early check-in at 12pm
- No minimum stay required
- Valid through 30 November 2021
PURE Retreat
- Breakfast for two
- PURE passport for two persons
- No minimum stay required
- Valid from 1 July 2021 through 30 September 2021
*Terms and conditions apply to all offers.
The dedicated team of Higashiyama Reservists have curated four inspiring journeys for guests to explore the transient beauty of nature and to encourage independent discoveries. Conditions in Niseko are ideal for cycling and trekking with roads and trails that are seemingly endless, dotted with a patchwork of farms, onsens and hidden gems waiting to be explored. The Higashiyama Reservist Summer Experiences will feature the following:
The Majestic Mount Yotei Hike
Depart from the resort at 6.30 am via shuttle transfer to Mount Yotei’s base before hiking up the majestic mountain. Recharge with to-go breakfast and lunch boxes as treasured moments are taken with a GoPro. As the hike will last 10 hours, it is suited for ages 16-65 years with very high fitness levels.
The Full-Day Lake Toya E-BikeAdventure
Set off on two wheels towards Lake Toya with a to-go lunch box and discover an ostrich farm, a farmer’s market and the delights of Makkari Town with memories captured on GoPro. Suited for ages 16-65 years with high fitness levels as excursion will last 6-7 hours.
The Scenic Mount Annupuri E-Bike Ride
Traverse on the Niseko Panorama Line, one of the famous winding roads in Hokkaido that threads through Niseko’s peaks to enjoy the mountain nature, with a to-go lunch box and GoPro. Visit the beautiful Shinsen-numa (marsh) located 2,546ft above sea level nicknamed “Where God and Mountain Hermits Live”, Kanrosui Spring Water, Niseko Green Farm and indulge in dairy treats at Milk Kobo. This excursion lasts 4-5 hours and is suited for ages 16-65 years with advanced fitness levels.
The Half-Day Niseko Leisure Ride
Enjoy a leisurely 3-4 hour cycling tour and visit the famous Wakimizu no Sato tofu shop, feed ostriches, marvel at the farmer’s market offering an abundance of fresh produce before choosing your favourite confections at Milk Kobo. Suited for all ages with intermediate fitness levels.
The Niseko region is one of the top areas for outdoor enthusiasts to discover a myriad of experiences. PURE at Niseko Village, a nature activity centre that features Japan’s longest zip line tour, the nation’s first and only Rail Slider, tree trekking and PURE Quick Jump are some of its key attractions, including many activities to delight kids. Niseko Village also boasts two world-class golf courses – Niseko Village Golf Course, awarded as Japan’s Best Golf Course, offers well-manicured greens and immaculate fairways bordered by a silver birch forest while the Arnold Palmer-designed Niseko Golf Course is one of Hokkaido’s most challenging courses surrounded by stunning scenery. The pristine
128-kilometre long Shiribetsu River lures water sports devotees with an incredible variety of white-water rafting experiences for beginners and advanced thrill-seekers.
“Shun” in Japanese, is the traditional concept that food should be eaten only in its proper season when it is at its peak of perfection in terms of flavour and nutrients. The anticipation of local produce coming into season from now through November is celebrated by the culinary team at Higashiyama Niseko Village through fine dining journeys, cocktails and elixirs. Epicureans will be enticed by the freshest delicacies served at Yukibana and Sushi Nagi sourced from the chilly Seas of Japan and Okhotsk that include sea urchin, surf clams, Hanasaki crabs, Japanese flying squid, asparagus, Yubari melon and cherries. Prized prime cuts derived from the Hokkaido Tokachi Wagyu are perfectly paired with seasonal organic ingredients such as asparagus, potatoes and pumpkin while sweet confections tantalise with fruit harvests from the orchard, rich dairy and artisanal cheeses.
Niseko welcomes the cherry blossom season from early May and visitors can take pleasure in the beauty of the cherry blossom trees around Niseko in the company of your loved ones. The warmth of spring creates the perfect opportunity for everyone to enjoy the splendid flowers amidst nature and these are the locations to view the iconic cherry blossoms:
- Soga Forest – Niseko Town
- Arishima Memorial Museum – Niseko Town
- Twin Cherry Trees – Niseko Town
- Lan Lan Park – Rankoshi
- Makkari Shrine
The shape of the clouds, the colour of the sky, the hues of the leaves – as the seasons pass, the landscape subtly changes as to be nearly imperceptible to the human eye. Niseko’s beauty often reveals itself when we least expect it, a serendipitous moment of wonder that excites the imagination, sweetens the palate and moves the heart.
Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve was named in Travel + Leisure It List 2021. T+L’s guide to the essential openings of the past year saw their editors and writers visit 29 countries in their quest for the most exciting and unforgettable new hotel openings.
For more information on Higashiyama Niseko Village, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve and reservation enquiries, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/higashiyamanisekovillage or email [email protected].
About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Bethesda, MD, part of Marriott International, Inc., currently operates more than 100 hotels in 32 countries and territories. For more information or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, for the latest company updates, visit news.marriott.com and to join the live conversation, use #RCMemories and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR). The Ritz-Carlton is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.com.
H.I.S. Joins Niseko Tourism
Hokkaido International School Joins Niseko Tourism
We are excited to introduce to you Hokkaido International School- Niseko.
Hokkaido International School Niseko, opened on January 23rd, 2012 and has become a learning option for both long and short-term expatriate families in the Shirebeshi region. We will celebrate our 10th anniversary in the 2021-2022 academic year.
HIS Niseko is part of the only WASC-accredited, JCIS-member International School in Hokkaido, which has a 62-year history of academic excellence. HIS Niseko will open a Middle School in August, 2021. The school has hired a founding teacher and is to use the International Middle Years Curriculum. (IMYC)
Milepost 1 and Milepost 3 learn via Columbia University’s Teachers College Reading and Writing Workshop, SIngapore Mathematics, International Primary Curriculum and Japanese language learning.
Early Years is Reggio Emilia inspired as we focus on transcending the key elements of inquiry-based learning: It is a holistic approach of education which is not child-centred or teacher-directed. The EY “curriculum”is child-originated (emergent) and teacher-framed based on the idea of wonderment. Subject areas encompassed in the emergent program are literacy, numeracy, science, environmental studies, creative expressions, student-based interest learning, and phonics.
With HIS Sapporo only two hours away, the Sapporo dormitory provides an excellent option for Niseko families whose children graduate from the HIS Niseko School.
HIS Niseko is committed to offering some degree of financial assistance to families that demonstrate financial need in paying tuition.
For more information, please contact:
Liene Lase
Administrative Assistant
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 81 (0)136-55-5252
