The Hakuchozan is a luxury chalet, set in the heart of Hirafu Village in Niseko on Hokkaido Island in Japan. This is a dream project of Michael Chen, who once headed one of the largest hospitality businesses in the world. His passion and understanding for the need of discerning travellers was reincarnated into physical form by the local designer Keith Rodgers of Taiga Projects. As a result, Hakuchozan has been nominated for the 2017 Japan’s Best Ski Chalet.
Accommodating up to 16 guests, Hakuchozan chalet features VIP service from chauffeuring guests via helicopter to serving hot coffee mid-slope. There are seven stunning bedrooms with a wealth of features designed to deliver an exceptional holiday experience. Facilities include a 'Man-Cave' bar and a games room along with a large living room with wood-burning fireplace. An outdoor terrace has a BBQ where guests can sample the Hakuchozan Wagyu steak from the owner's signature recipe.
Begin your day with a hearty breakfast then let the private driver whisk you to whichever ski lift or ski resort you have decided on that morning. Collected by the driver after your day's skiing an ideal way to relax is to sit back in the outdoor jacuzzi, drink in hand, soaking in the amazing views from Mount Yotei. Niseko also has a great restaurant scene; from Michelin Star to quaint family run cafes offering traditional izakaya, sukiyaki, udon and shabu-shabu amongst its delights.
Amenities
24hr Room ServiceConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableFamily RoomFitness CentreGames RoomGardenMultilingual StaffShuttle ServiceSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailableStay Hakuchozan Chalet offers 7 guestrooms. All are spacious in size and elegantly decorated with hardwood floors, plush beds and seating area with sofas and large LCD TV. There is one family room which comes with a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds. All rooms have ground to ceiling windows with panoramic views of the snow-caped Mt. Yotei. Marble bathrooms have with baths and a full-function Japanese “washlet” toilet.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Hakuchozan Chalet but there are no specific facilities available for children. There is one family room which includes a bunk room with two sets of bunk beds.
Dine Breakfast and apres-ski canapes are included and the private chef is available to prepare bespoke dinners including Hakuchozan's signature barbeque and Shabu-Shabu nights. Also, there are many restaurants and bars within easy walking distance. The in-house team can also organise custom-designed dinner parties, offering western and traditional Japanese cuisine in the dining room and served on a large, polished tree-trunk wooden table that accommodates upto 10 people.
Relax For relaxation guests at Hakuchozan Chalet have free access to the Vale Onsen. There is also an outdoor jacuzzi on the terrace with spectacular views of Mount Yotei. The Man Cave and Bar features a championship shuffleboard table and outdoor smoking patio. The Games Room has an Xbox and a championship Bonzini foosball table.
Experience Niseko is the best ski resort on Hokkaido Island and comprises of four interlinked ski resorts; Grand Hirafu, Hanazono, Niseko Village and An'nupuri. The lift system is a little more antiquated than other international resorts, but it's the backcountry that people really come here for, with the majority of skiers opting to take a guide. There are plenty of other activities on offer which mainly centre around the snow, include deep powder cat skiing, snowbiking, snowmobiling, reindeer rides and tubing.
Location The Hakuchozan is located in the heart of Hirafu Village in Niseko on Hokkaido in Japan.
Getting there Middle Hirafu is well served by the New Chitose Airport, the largest commercial airport in Hokkaido, operating a large number of both domestic and international flights on a daily basis. From Chitose Airport to Middle Hirafu is approximately 2.5 hours and will vary depending on weather conditions.
When to go The main ski season runs from the end of November through to Easter. January - April sees the highest snowfall and the lowest temperatures will be felt in February when it can reach -7 degrees.
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Hokkaido, Japan
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