Airport Transfers

It takes 2-3 hours to get from the Sapporo New Chitose Airport to Hirafu. Transport in Japan is clean and efficient. You will want some flexibility in transport departure times in case your flight arrives late, which can happen if there is heavy snowfall.

Lift Passes

There is a lift pass sales office at the base of the Family Pair lift just adjacent to Suiboku. The passes are electronic cards that can be placed in a pocket on your upper left side to be passed in front of the electronic readers at the lift stations.

Equipment Rentals

This can be the most tedious (if not painful) part of any ski vacation, especially with young children trying to get used to the feel and weight of ski boots. It is best to give yourself an hour or so to organize your equipment.

Ski & Snowboard Lessons & Guides

It is likely that your group will require lessons for skiers/boarders of different levels. There are several very capable ski tutelage providers in Hirafu.

Food & Restaurants

Suiboku has amply appointed kitchens ideal for cooking anything from a small breakfast to a dinner for 12. This year we are very fortunate to offer pre-provisioning grocery ordering from J- Sekka Deli and Café.

Local Tours

There's more to do in Hokkaido than just skiing! While you're here, why not take a day or two and see some of the local Japanese culture? We have several 1 day sightseeing tours available to our guests.

Onsens

Hot springs or onsen are a must visit place! Nothing beats a superb soak in an outdoor bath while snow flakes fall gently from above. As an added bonus, the minerals contained in the waters are said to be effective against a variety of ailments.

Kids Activities & Baby Sitting

The Hanazono Adventure Park has a range of fun and exciting activities at Hanazono, about fifteen minutes by car from Suiboku. NMS have wonderful baby-sitting staff who are happy to help give you that extra time needed to make your holiday even more relaxing.

Powder Hound Guided Skiing

Our Private Tours are fully flexible and never follow a fixed itinerary. We customize every tour to suit your group's needs and abilities, as well as the conditions on the day.

CONFIDENTIAL GUIDE
TO RESTAURANTS

Hokkaido is the agricultural heart of Japan and most of its restaurants serve very fresh local produce. So, the good news is that there are very few bad restaurants in Niseko. The bad news is that some of the restaurants are so popular that you will need to book well in advance if you want to get a table, particulary if you have a large group.

This short guide provides our recommendations to some of the better food options in and around Hirafu.

Download Confidential Guide [.pdf]