Brand New Ryokan in Jozankei Opening in 2019, Hong Kong Capital
[Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido] SUPER OKUSAN KK (President Lady Ivy Wu) newly established JOZANKEI ENTERPRISES KK to open a modern ryokan in the Jozankei Onsen area in Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido. Construction begins on April 2018 for a grand opening in spring of 2019.
The company previously established a luxury hotel “Chalet Ivy” (www.chaletivy.com) in Yamada, Kutchan (Niseko Hirafu area) in 2012. The hotel received Three Red Pavilions in the MICHELIN GUIDE Hokkaido 2017 Special Edition. The company also acquired a hotel in Kutchan in September 2017. This Jozankei project will be the third hotel project in Japan for the company president.
The company president was officially appointed by the Hokkaido governor as a Hokkaido Smile Ambassador in October 2015 and works to attract foreign visitors to Hokkaido and is deeply involved with the local government.
This Jozankei project was launched after an opportune investment emerged. As summertime travel to Hokkaido increases, the business goal is to stimulate the Jozankei economy by promoting Jozankei as a new travel destination. Furthermore, by linking Jozankei with the hotels in Niseko where summer promotions are needed, a wide Sapporo-Jozankei-Niseko area network is expected to generate a synergistic effect. The goal is to attract more foreigners from Asia and other countries to this already international area. The proximity to central Sapporo makes Jozankei an ideal location for visitors from within Hokkaido as well.
The aim is to become a 5-star ryokan targeting a high-end market. The concept is to provide a longer stay in a relaxing atmosphere in the natural setting of Jozankei. A spa, gym, mini theater, and numerous other facilities will offer variety during the stay to increase room nights and guest satisfaction.
【Overview of the Companies】
Company name: JOZANKEI ENTERPRISES KK Company name: SUPER OKUSAN KK
President: Lady Ivy Wu President: Lady Ivy Wu
Established: March 2017 Established: May 2011
【Jozankei Project Hotel Overview】 Floors: 5
Rooms: 26 (all at least 70 sqm, onsen included) Total floor space: 4,400 sqm
Facilities: Gym, spa, mini theater, indoor/outdoor onsen, sauna, restaurant, bar, library, café, cigar bar, Tsukimidai
Structure: Reinforced concrete
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For more information, contact:
Makoto Iwasa (Chalet Ivy Hotel Manager) | TEL: 0136-22-1125 | Email: [email protected]
Niseko Onsen Guide
Let the Onsen Sommeliers guide you to the best spots!
Niseko is famous for its powder snow and great wine & dine experience. But did you know there are more than 25 onsens (natural hot springs) around Niseko area?! In other spring resorts, there is a reservoir underground that all the different hotels in a resort draw from the same water source. But in Niseko, each hotel or spa has dug its own bore to the water so they can provide different types of water with different minerals , colours and health benefits.
We asked 4 onsen professionals to share their tips and spots and you can find the simple guide here!
The Ski Project Launched in Hirafu!
Looking for some Niseko exclusive items? Look no further!
The Ski Project is about lifestyle of the ski-set. It is also an online and retail destination for winter and mountain lovers who are passionate about lifestyle and adventure. Every detail, from the elegant silhouettes to the comfort and performance is considered as part of this journey. The Ski Project offers highly edited and limited pieces that combines the perfect harmony of style and function that transit seamlessly on and off the slope.
Each season, The Ski Project carefully select a mountain location and creative spaces to launch our concept stores with design ideas that preserve the building's original features whilst creating a modern, welcoming space.
This year, they have selected Niseko, the most famous ski destination in Hokkaido, Japan for our first launch. Famous for its perfect powder snow and spectacular beauty. Stay tune on their instagram account @theskiproject for more winter style updates.
You can find the shop at lower Hirafu area, right next to Niseko Spa.
Powderlife 2017-18 Has Arrived!
Be sure to pick up Niseko's In-depth Destination Magazine - for FREE!
Powderlife Magazine is your Niseko destination magazine – online and on the ground in Niseko from the moment you arrive! Powderlife was Niseko's first home-grown English magazine, first published over 10 years ago, this year delivering its 50th issue! You can get the latest issue from the bright blue magazine stands across Niseko. It is also available in most accommodation, restaurants, bars, cafés and businesses around town. You can’t miss it.
The latest issue takes a look at Southwest Hokkaido's famous snow and upcoming ski resort development, some stories behind local legends, and articles on art, culture and of course, dining. You can also find out about all the resort updates and real estate
developments around the Niseko from the dedicated and independent Real Estate guide included in the magazine.
You can now read it on your phone and tablet for FREE – download the official Niseko app and access it right at the palm of your hand.
Local Cookbook "Harvest Niseko" Wins Three Gourmand World Cookbook Awards
Uncovering an incredible world of local farmers' stories and behind the scenes of Niseko's famous food industry.
The local cookbook "Harvest Niseko" has won The Gourmand World Cookbook Awards under three categories: "First Book" and "Cooking School Book" and "Photography"!
Created by long-time Niseko local chef Tess Stomski, Harvest Niseko is more than just a cookbook. It showcases an incredible world of stories surrounding the lives of local farmers and what goes on behind the scenes of Niseko's now-famous food industry. It's the direct relationship between chef and farmer in Niseko that adds the uniqueness and quality to the dining experiences here, and you can discover all this in Tess's book.
Harvest Niseko includes 100 exquisite new recipe created in collaboration with Chisato Amagai, another local chef and colleague at Tess's catering company Niseko Gourmet. The dishes are easy-to-cook modern Japanese, with some taking inspiration from French, Italian or Asian cuisine but incorporating local ingredients.
You can find this beautiful book all over Niseko and also Amazon Japan! Find the detailed list of retailers here:
Niseko Area
Cocoroya Gift Shop, Hirafu
Green Farm Cafe, Hirafu
Explore Niseko, Odin Place
Hilton Art Create Gift Shop, Hilton Niseko Village
Izone Village, Niseko Vilage
Kanro no mori, Kombu
Kutchan Tourist Association, Kutchan
Landmark View, Hirafu
Lucky Supermarket, Kutchan
Mick's Niseko, Hirafu
Mokunosho, Kombu
Niseko Photography, The Brick House, Hirafu
Nissindo Bookstore, Kutchan
Pension Cotton Farm, Annupuri
Rakuichi Soba, Annupuri
Sekka Lab, Kutchan
Seven Eleven Niseko Town and Kutchan
Ski Japan, Hirafu
Sprout Coffee Shop, Kutchan
Suiboku, Hirafu
The Orchards Clubhouse, Kabayama
Tsutaya, Kutchan
TY Mode, Kutchan
White Rock Cafe, Kutchan
Yukara Gift Shop, Hirafu
About The Gourmand World Awards
The Gourmand World Awards are often compared by journalists to the"Oscars". Founded in 1995 by Edouard Cointreau, every year, they honour the best food and wine books, printed or digital, as well as food television. Books from 205 countries participate in these prestigious awards, the only international competition of the sector.
Niseko Area Circuit Bus Resumes This Winter!
Staring from 20th Dec 2017 through 28th Feb, 2018!
This handy bus will run from the JR Niseko Station, to the hotels and ski areas as well as restaurant and shopping areas at night. This service will be great for not only guests to Niseko but residents as well.
Period of Operation: Dec. 20 2017 (Wed) ~ Feb. 28 2018 (Wed)
Busses in Service: 4
From JR Niseko Station: 1)13:10 Dep. 2) 17:30 Dep. 3) 18:45 Dep. 4)21:30 Dep.
Fee: Adults ¥500； Children (Elementary and younger) ¥250
Route: JR Niseko Station -> Hilton Hotel -> Annupuri -> Goshiki Onsen -> Moiwa -> JR Niseko Station
For more information you can see the English Pamphlets.
Contact/Queries:
Niseko Resort Tourism Association (JR Niseko Station Office)
TEL: 0136-44-2468
Email: [email protected]
”SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO” Opens on December 21st in Hirafu - For Limited Time Only
For immediate Media
Press Release
2017.12.18
Tellus Niseko, a luxurious Onsen Resort Hotel developed by Infinity Capital is scheduled to be opened in 2019.
As a preview, “Super-organic POPUP” store and the Organic Wine/Champagne Bar “SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO“ will open for a limited time only at 17:00 Thursday, December 21st, 2017 on the project’s Upper Hirafu site at 185-4, Aza-yamada, Kuchan-cho, Abuda-gun, Hokkaido. The Tellus Niseko is a conceptual resort that will include an Organic Product store and Organic Restaurant/bar, and will offer a variety of Hokkaido locally -made bio and organic amenities.
As the 2nd SNOW EGG event (the first having been held in 2012-2013), “SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO“ will provide information about the forthcoming luxurious Tellus Niseko Onsen Resort Hotel. Highly popular Hokkaido Wine and Champagne will be available for enjoyment, and local and global selections of ethical organic products will also be on hand for purchase.
The SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO includes a unique lounge under a snow covered dome, designed for informal socializing and enjoyment of any occasion: with music and casual seating, a communal table and gathering spaces perfect for the savoring of wine and conversation. Whether or not you ski, drink wine, or just want to meet interesting people, this concept space will be open to anyone looking for a great social experience in an extraordinary setting.
The luxurious Tellus Niseko Onsen Resort Hotel will be a nexus for visitors intrigued by refined culinary and artistic culture, as well as for trend leaders in contemporary design and new lifestyle directions eager to share their insights. SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO is the first step towards this exciting future.
Overview
Name： SNOW EGG by TELLUS NISEKO
Opening Event： From 17:00 Thursday Dec. 21st, 2017
Location： Upper Hirafu Village, 185-4, Aza-yamada Kuchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido
Opening Hours： 12:00 - 20:00 ( From Dec. 22nd )
Opening Days： Dec. 21st, 2017 - Feb. 28th, 2018
Contact:
Riccardo Tossani Architecture: Atsuko Itoda Tossani
Tel：03-5457-1032
Fax：03-5457-1030
VISA Special Giveaway Campaign
Starting 1st Jan through 28th Feb, 2018-- Don't miss your chance!
Niseko Babysitter & Nanny Services
Qualified babysitters and nannies can come to your accomodation to accompany your children when needed!
Niseko Babysitters agency provides professional, safe, fun and active care during the day or evenings. Their babysitters provide care for your children along with all the great activities Niseko has to offer. Whether it's making snowman or arts and crafts, the babysitters can come to your accommodation to entertain your children. We accept all ages including specialized infant care to 14 years of age. All Niseko Babysitters are all all qualified and have lots of experience.
In addition, similar to the Babysitting service, they offer a new experience of childcare - the Nanny service. This caters to families that need a full day of care. You will have the same carer for the duration of your stay and this also includes light cleaning and meal preparation.
Please contact [email protected] or head over to their website www.nisekobabysitters.com for more information and bookings.
2018 Niseko Classic entry begins today, 15th Dec!
Sign up soon before the spots run out!
The long wait is finally over! The entry of UCI Gran Fondo World Series - Niseko Classic 2018 begins today, Dec 15th from noon!
Adding to the existing “nature immersive” 140km and 70km road race, time trial race is added to the part of excitements. The date for the 5th NISEKO CLASSIC is confirmed on July 7-8, 2018.
Please register HERE and sign up to the toughest, yet the most rewarding race in Niseko next year!
Niseko, located in Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, offers clean air and beautiful Mt. Yotei (well known as Mt. Fuji of Hokkaido) views. The Niseko Classic riders can enjoy closed roads, winding from the mountains to the sea – with plenty of elevation for the climbers!
While waiting for the event - why not recap Niseko Classic 2017 in motion? Enjoy a short glimpse of last year’s race via the clip below:
