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Exclusively at Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, delve into the distinguished world of whisky with the Heritage Explorer Activity Package. This refined experience is designed for hotel guests and features a curated day that begins with a guided tour at the iconic Yoichi Distillery. Witness the art of whisky crafting and absorb the rich history that surrounds Nikka Whisky. End your day with a sumptuous dinner at Robata, where each dish is perfectly paired with exceptional whiskies to enhance both the culinary and tasting experience. This package also includes a special amenity to commemorate your cultural journey. Embrace this exclusive opportunity to explore whisky heritage with confidence. Book the Heritage Explorer Activity Package today. Experience the essence of whisky culture with confidence and elegance, all within the luxury setting of Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono. 4 Package • Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery Tour including transportation • Dinner at Robata with Whiskey Pairing • Special Amenity

Itinerary
Meeting in the hotel lobby at 12:00 for the tour. We will guide you to the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery tour by hotel limousine viechel. (Including the tour of the facility and shopping at the gift shop).
Please enjoy a special dinner course with whisky pairing served at our Japanese restaurant ‘Robata’.
(19:30~21:30)

Schedule
July 28, August 12, August 17 2024

Price
72,500 JPY (Tax and service charge inclusive)

Please book via official website :
Heritage Explore Activity | Park Hyatt Niseko (hyattexperiences.com)

Ahead of the rapidly approaching summer season, Rhythm Japan is excited to announce that we will now be offering bike rentals across all three resorts.

In addition to the established presence of Rhythm Hirafu and Rhythm Happo amongst the summer sporting community, leading winter sports rental store, Rhythm Furano, will now also offer summer bike rentals for the first time. With its central location directly opposite the Kitanomine Gondola, Rhythm Furano will serve as a hub for biking enthusiasts looking to explore Furano’s expansive terrain, while also offering an easily accessible starting point for newcomers wanting to experience the natural wonders of Furano’s peaceful countryside on two-wheels.

The store’s extensive selection will offer a collection of summer retail accessories alongside a rental range of top-of-the-line E-hybrid bikes, premium hybrid bikes, and a collection of kids mountain bikes. Whether you’re keen to hit off-road tracks, explore the countryside with your family, or want a more eco-friendly mode of travel, Rhythm Niseko, Hakuba and Furano will have a rental bike to suit your needs. All three locations will be open for the summer season as of the 1st of June, and will remain in operation until the 23rd of September.

“After 4 winters of operation in Furano, we are pleased to announce that we are gearing up to open for our first summer. The store will offer retail accessories from Patagonia, Smith and Oakley, as well as a rental range of Specialized E-bikes, and a selection of kids mountain bikes.” – Andy Meadows, Head of Operations

Established in 2005, Rhythm Japan is the premier provider of year-round outdoor rental, retail, and lesson/guiding services in Japan’s top mountain resorts. Rhythm Japan’s extensive on-site facilities stock the world’s most reputable brands and include tuning workshops, boot fitting services, and cafes. The Rhythm Japan retail division offers year-round mountain wear, and their flagship store in Niseko is a community activity hub, featuring pump tracks, bouldering walls, trampolines, and more. Rhythm Japan is proud to be part of the evo family of brands. evo is a global outdoor retailer and experiences company with 11 evo stores in the U.S. and Canada, and global retail via evo.com. The evo family also includes travel and recreation businesses; evoTrip, evo Hotel, All Together Skatepark (Seattle and Salt Lake City), and Callaghan Country in BC Canada. Together, Rhythm and evo provide global access to experiences focused on sport, culture, the outdoors, and human connection. To learn more about Rhythm Japan and their latest offerings for all seasons, visit www.rhythmjapan.com.

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This is the first time since 2019 that the resort will have summer gondola service, enabling mountain bikes to be brought to the start of a new mountain biking course that features both steep and gentle slopes, as well as an area where beginner and intermediate riders can hone their skills.

The gondola and mountain bike course will open on 13 July and run through 23 September from 9am – 4pm.

Tickets prices start at JPY1,200 (US$8) for a single adult gondola lift, continuing to a four hour pass at JPY3,500 (US$23.33) and an all day pass for JPY5,000 (US$33.33).

There are also season passes for JPY20,000 (US$133.31). All children’s tickets are half price.

Grand Hirafu Mtb 2
In reopening summer gondola service and designing the mountain bike course, Grand Hirafu Resort joins many other companies and organisations that are developing Niseko green season activities.

On 16 September, NAMBA (Niseko Area Mountain Bike Association) opened the Twin Peaks Bike Park, a 12.5km mountain biking course that is meant to be the first part of an eventual masterplan that hopes to connect the area’s five ski resorts, as well as housing developments and nearby towns, with trails.

More info HERE.

méli mélo -Yuki No Koe- presents “HokkAsia”, an exciting new creative space allowing chefs to be stimulated, merging the cultures of Hokkaido and Asia through collaborative dishes and dining experiences.

The inaugural residency kicks off on 24 February with two special Four Hands Dinners featuring the brilliance of Michelin Star Chef Kawano Masahiko from Chaleur in Singapore and Hokkaido’s very own Michelin virtuoso Chef Sato Hironori, as well as Singapore inspired dishes in the daily a la carte menu.
The second part of series celebrates the culinary inspirations of Malaysia with Chef Lee and Chef Yong; the regionally acclaimed up and coming chefs and owners behind ‘Eat and Cook’ restaurant in Kuala Lumpur. The week is topped off with a gastronomic fusion of dishes with a Six Hands Dinner with Chef Sato Hironori.

The Japanese word “eat” is comprised of the characters “human” and “better”, which implies “eating makes people better”. We certainly wouldn’t disagree with that!  At Setsu Niseko, we dive into a world of culinary mastery as we welcome some of Asia’s top chefs to experience Hokkaido; encounter the people, explore the culture, and discover local ingredients and create unforgettable new culinary delights.

Through hokkAsia’s series of Chef’s Residencies, they invite you to savour a collection of “umami” packed dishes created to excite each of your five senses. Each residency runs for a limited one-week period and features a specially curated week long menu inspired by the country of our guest chef, alongside an exclusive Four or Six-Hands Dinner experience that celebrates the art of gastronomy.

The first two chapters of hokkAsia commence in February and March with Executive Chef Kawano from the one-Michelin star restaurant Chaleur in Singapore closely followed by two incredible young talents from Malaysia who have been making waves steadily climbing the ladder of Asia’s Best Restaurants and featured in the 2023 Michelin Guide.  Read on to discover more about the first chapter hokkAsia below.

Michelin Four Hands: Chef Kawano Masahiko from Chaleur X Chef Sato Hironori from méli mélo

Taking the helm for the inaugural chapter of hokkAsia is Michelin-starred Chef Kawano Masahiko from Chaleur in Singapore, taking us on an exquisite culinary journey curated together with Hokkaido’s very own Michelin- starred Chef Sato Hironori from méli mélo, Sapporo.

Four Hands 8-Course Set Dinner Menu: Limited Dates 1&2 March 2024

Treat yourself to an evening of gourmet indulgence as two culinary masters join forces to curate a special dinner menu that transcends the ordinary. Available for just two nights, highlights of this culinary fusion of Japanese and French cuisine include Chef Kawano’s signature dish Duck Noodle Soup and Tokachi-Waka Ushi Wagyu, a delectable pastry pie of beef and Hokkaido vegetables. The fourth course, Ishinagi, includes a special marriage of culinary styles as Chef Kawano prepares the seabass and Chef Hiro creates the sauce.

Dinner Seatings: 17:00, 18:00 or 19:00
Price: 8 Course Dinner Menu French Fusion ¥30,000 (service and tax included)
Inhouse guests enjoy a complimentary welcome cocktail or wine with the menu.
Reservations required. Limited seating available each evening so please secure your reservation early.
Menu: Here

Guests who book before the 17^th February enjoy a special rate of ¥25,000 per person (service and tax included)

Locals card holders also enjoy a complimentary welcome cocktail or wine with the menu.

Singapore Week: 24 February – 2 March 2024

For just one week from 24 February – 2 March, guests can enjoy a bevy of Singaporean delights with a specially curated a la carte menu inspired by Hokkaido’s rich produce and the melting pot of flavours in Singapore. Diners can enjoy the teams unique Hokkaido take on Singapore classics such as Hainanese Chicken Rice, Bak Kut Teh Pork Noodle Soup, Chili Crab, Grilled Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce and Butter Pineapple Cake. Let your tastebuds embark on a journey across the Lion City without leaving the mountains of Niseko.

The Singapore inspired hokkAsia menu is available alongside the regular a la carte menu for both lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended.

*Chef Kawano will only be cooking on the 1st and 2nd of March and not during the rest of the Singapore Week.

Menu: Here

More info HERE. 

Book “Four Hands 8-Course Set Dinner Menu: Limited Dates 1&2 March 2024” HERE.

Book Singapore Week: 24February – 2 March 2024 HERE.

Press Release can be found HERE.

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, Japan’s premier mountain resort in Niseko, Hokkaido, invites you to embark on an exceptional culinary journey. Innovative chef Kaori Yoshida from the renowned AGRISCAPE restaurant will lead an exclusive eight-day collaborative dinner event starting Saturday, 17th February 2024.

Chef Yoshida, the executive chef and farm manager of AGRISCAPE, located on a farm in Okurayama just outside Sapporo, is celebrated for her culinary masterpieces that have garnered praise from food enthusiasts in Japan and beyond. Her cuisine revolves around cultivating and consuming locally sourced ingredients, employing Farm-to-Table practices that evoke an emotional palate and emphasize the importance of ‘food.’

AGRISCAPE, situated in the satoyama of Kobetsawa, a 20-minute from Sapporo’s center, cultivates over 150 varieties of vegetables and herbs. The restaurant also breeds chickens, black pigs, and bees, creating a circular farm in a naturally rich environment surrounded by mountains and flowing rivers.

In this collaborative dinner course, the ingredients, naturally cultivated in the Hokkaido region’s blessed environment, are consumed and savored with the land’s enriched energy. Expressing gratitude for life and the significance of consuming self-grown ingredients symbolizes the profound meaning of food, resonating with a quest for spiritual fulfillment through the culinary experience.

The eatery presents the pinnacle of culinary pleasures, incorporating the finest constituents from the sea and land of Hokkaido. The exclusive supper set allows you to savor the earth’s richness and the chef’s generosity on every plate, enhancing your delightful encounter at Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono, nestled in the snowy white landscape. Immerse yourself in a time of indulgence. Experience the harmonious relationship between food and nature, perfected by Chef Yoshida.

Collaboration Dinner Event
• Date: February 17 to 20, February 22 to 25, 2024
• Time: 5:30pm to 10pm ( Last Order 9pm )
• Venue: Mountain Lounge in Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono
• Price: JPY 27,500(SVC excluded / Tax included)
For your inquiries and reservation, please contact us:
TEL: 0136-27-1234

Email: [email protected]
Tablecheck: https://www.tablecheck.com/shops/parkhyatt-niseko-mountain-lounge/reserve

2nd Course | Signature Sapporo Yellow Onion Gratin, Homemade Yogurt, Savoy Spinach

At the heart of this dish lies the Sapporo yellow onion, a true cornerstone of AGRISCAPE’s origin. The inception of AGRISCAPE traces back to the moment when we inherited a Sapporo yellow onion farm. Honoring the legacy of the farmer, we uphold the traditional cultivation methods, steering clear of pesticides and chemical fertilizers.

Experience the essence of authenticity as our ‘Signature’ proudly presents a harmonious blend of flavors, a testament to our commitment to quality and sustainable agriculture. Every bite is a journey through the fields of Sapporo, encapsulating the true spirit of AGRISCAPE’s farm-to-table philosophy.”

5th Course – Life | Charcoal Grilled 160 Day Home Grown Poulet Noir Hen, Celeriac, Mountain Wasabi

“LIFE” is an indulgent creation crafted from our own 160-day-old Prenoir chickens. Carefully nurtured on our company’s farm, these female Prenoir chickens reach a unique pinnacle of flavor and develop the distinctive fatty texture that characterizes the essence of a female chicken after 160 days of age. The marriage of these characteristics finds its perfect expression through the art of charcoal-grilled cooking.

With every bite, savor the tantalizing aroma of the charcoal-grilled chicken, as the rich flavors unfold to elevate your dining experience into a realm of luxury. The dish is further adorned with hearty root celery fritters, providing a delightful texture, while the spiciness of wild horseradish adds layers of complexity to your palate.

“LIFE” is more than just a dish; it’s a culinary symphony that harmonizes with nature, offering a blissful taste experience that encapsulates the 160 days of meticulous nurturing that went into creating this extraordinary feast.