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Even today, Japan\u2019s northernmost island, though accounting for one-fifth of the whole country, is home to a mere 5% of its population. It remains a largely unspoiled, enigmatic landscape where emerald summers quietly ease into piercing-white winter months. And then there\u2019s Niseko. Nestled in the foothills of the eponymous mountain range, this melting pot of high-octane activity and apr\u00e8s-ski went from \u201cundiscovered\u201d to Asia\u2019s undisputed premier ski resort in little over a decade. At its heart is Hirafu, the largest and liveliest of Niseko\u2019s four ski villages. With its abundance of year-round lifestyle options, including world-class restaurants, retail outlets, and outdoor pursuits, in addition to top-tier second-home investment opportunities, it\u2019s little wonder that Hirafu\u2019s popularity has yet to peak.<\/p>\n<p><strong>HakuVilla 588<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10218\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_HakuVilla-588.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>HakuVilla 588 is that rare example of a residence that justifies its hyperbolic marketing material. The seven-storey property, which basks in vistas of nearby Mount Y\u014dtei, features just four 300-plus-square-metre units. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom properties all have a private onsen and are staffed by a discrete team of hosts, chauffeurs, and chefs. Located in the Upper Hirafu Village only 200 metres from the Hirafu gondola, residents have direct access to the village\u2019s premier amenities. Onsite facilities include a private wine cellar, golf simulator, and karaoke room, as well as one of the neighbourhood\u2019s favourite eateries, Haku Steak Restaurant, on the ground floor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Intuition Niseko<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10220 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Intuition-Niseko.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Opening its second phase this winter, Intuition Niseko is another upscale property reaping the rewards of Hirafu\u2019s stunning scenery. Building on the success of the 10\u2014sold-out\u2014villas in phase one, the latest instalment features 32 fully furnished serviced apartments, ranging from studios to six-bedroom penthouses. The luxury onsen estate, designed by Tokyo-based architect ALA Inc. to subtly integrate into the surrounding birch forest, sits in the centre of Hirafu, moments from ski lifts and shopping and dining destinations. While the exclusive onsite onsen is the drawcard, residents also benefit from concierge services, in-house dining options, and upscale fitness facilities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Toshiro\u2019s Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Toshiros-Bar.jpg 190w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some would argue that apr\u00e8s-ski is the real reason holidaymakers hit the slopes each season\u2014and given the lively vibes inside Toshiro\u2019s on any given winter\u2019s night, it would be difficult to disagree. Since launching in 2014, this snug sanctuary in Niseko Prince Hotel Hirafutei has blossomed into a firm post-piste favourite. Patrons are often warmly welcomed by the bar\u2019s husband-and-wife team who serve up some of the village\u2019s most creative cocktail concoctions alongside revered Japanese whiskies and local craft beers. With only 30 seats, early arrival is advised, especially during peak season, to snag a seat and drink to the day\u2019s adventures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Yukichichibu Onsen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Yukichichibu-Onsen.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Hirafu is home to a smattering of small onsens, mainly located in hotels, but for an authentic affair, those in the know head 30 minutes out of town to Yukichichibu Onsen. It\u2019s famed for its sulphur-rich spring, Hokkaido\u2019s only volcanic mud pool in the female section, and relatively laidback attitude (translation: they serve beer). The panoramic views of Oyunuma thermal lake and Mount Chisenupuri that surround the 11-rotenburo onsen only add to the sense of seclusion and relaxation. The historical outdoor onsen, open since 1966, recently underwent an extensive refurbishment, adding contemporary components to this classic experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rhythm Base<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10224\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Rhythm-Base.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This recent addition to Hirafu\u2019s retail mix is a one-stop destination for upscale ski apparel and community-centric activities. With more than 1,200 square metres of floor space, expect to find gear from the world\u2019s most iconic winter sports brands for purchase and hire. It also houses an equipment tuning workshop and events space that frequently showcases local films, art exhibitions, and live music. The brand\u2019s own award-winning caffeine fixes, meanwhile, are served up at Rhythm Beans Coffee on the ground floor, while the in-house bar is a great place to trade tales from the slopes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kamimura<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1707\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 190w, https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Images_Kamimura.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1707px) 100vw, 1707px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For a Hokkaido native who honed his craft in the kitchen of Sydney\u2019s most celebrated Japanese restaurant, Tetsuya\u2019s, Chef Kamimura raised a few eyebrows when he unveiled his French-inspired eatery in Hirafu more than a decade ago. Although Niseko\u2019s only Michelin-starred restaurant is unashamedly Gallic, its dishes are a poignant celebration of the island\u2019s finest produce and ingredients. Each stage of Kamimura\u2019s nine-course degustation menu takes patrons on a Franco-flecked culinary journey through northern Japan\u2019s diverse landscape, from Notsuke scallop sashimi to Kamimura\u2019s innovative take on (Wagyu) steak-frites and roasted Yoichi apple served with Hokkaido ice cream. For a more casual affair, check out Kamimura\u2019s latest creation, Kitchen.<\/p>\n<p><em>This article originally appeared in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.magzter.com\/TH\/PropertyGuru-International--Thailand--Co.,Ltd\/Property-Report\/Business\/539824\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Issue No. 162<\/a>\u00a0of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.magzter.com\/magazines\/listAllIssues\/3708\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PropertyGuru Property Report Magazine<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The liveliest of Niseko\u2019s four ski villages, Hirafu is hooking buyers due to its world-class lifestyle options and investment 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