Casi67 West

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Location: Hirafu village, Niseko, Japan.

Capacity: 4 people (2 bedrooms with split king-size beds‚ one bathroom with shower and bathtub).

Living areas: Spacious and bright living areas; contemporary open-plan kitchen with large worktop; dining table for 6; floor-to-ceiling windows
with stunning views.

Staff: Greeter upon check-in (8am to 6pm).

Additional staff: (eg spatherapist and babysitter) available on request for an additional charge.

Dining: Casi67 West is self-catering.

Communication: WiFi broadband internet access.

Entertainment: 65-inch 4K LG OLED TV with a Apple TV 4k in the living room; 32-inch TV with Apple TV in the rooms; Apple Music account; Netflix
access and book selection.

For families: Casi67 West is an excellent choice for families with children. Fun-filled activities such as tea ceremony demonstrations, sushi
making lessons and traditional drumming lessons may be booked in advance.

Spa: Treatments selected from a comprehensive spa menu can be carried out in the apartment by professional beauty therapists (extra cost applies).

Transport: Casi67 West is centrally located in Hirafu village, a short drive from a wide selection of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues.

Additional facilities: Secure dry room; barbecue (extra).

Property area: 104sqm (west side). 220sqm (total).

Other Things to Note

Our Concierge team is on-hand to give you all the local information you need. They can
also make restaurant reservations for you or help rent sports equipment as well as
arrange ski lift passes. With our competent team at your service, leave all your worries
behind. Though the area has a plethora of activities, here are our top choices for things
to do in Niseko, regardless of the season you visit:
All year round
• The village of Hirafu is at the centre of a flourishing food scene, so you'll be
spoilt for choice when it comes to dining out. Nothing but the best Kobe beef is
served at Steak Rosso Rosso and if you prefer seafood, we suggest trying out
some of Hokkaido's freshest catch at Ezo's.
• For a bespoke elevated dining experience, Niseko Gourmet can arrange for a
special meal to be cooked in your own chalet by one of Japan’s finest chefs.
From a traditional sushi bar to an intimate sukiyaki meal, this is indulgence to
the next level. Gourmet food delivery and grocery shopping are also offered in
case you prefer to self-cater.
• Hirafu has steadily built a reputation as one of Hokkaido's prime health and
wellness resorts. Relax those sore muscles in Hotel Niseko Alpen's volcanic hot
spring (or 'onsen') – a popular choice due to its stunning mountain views, 25-
metre pool and high-tech infrared light stone sauna. Japanese custom requires
that you enter the gender-specific onsen without any clothes on, not even a
swimsuit.
• For discerning diners, Hirafu has not one but two world-class restaurants –
Kamimura and Ichimura – both serving exceptionally fine Japanese fare.
• For a night out around town, we suggest sampling rare Japanese whiskies at Bar
Gyu or the vast selection of Japanese craft beers at Mick's. If you still have
energy left, be sure to check out Wild Bill's for live music and late-night DJ sets.
• Explore some of the area's local museums on a rainy afternoon. The
architecturally striking Shu Ogawara Museum of Art in nearby Kutchan is an ode
to one of Hokkaido's most famous painters. With its display of colourful art
pieces by the artist himself, as well as its seasonal exhibits and regular classical
concerts, it is well-worth a visit any time of the year. Located right opposite the
Museum of Art is the Kutchan Natural History Museum which hosts fascinating
exhibits about the local fauna and the area's rich local history.
• Hokkaido has many festivals around the year and it is a great way to immerse
yourself in the culture of the country. From Jaga Matsuri to Niseko Fireworks
Festival, there’s plenty to choose from. Make sure you check the festival
calendar for your vacation dates.
Winter
• The property is located one kilometre from the Grand Hirafu Gondola which
gives you access to some of the area's steepest slopes, as well as some great
beginner runs. A complimentary shuttle service is offered during winter from
your doorstep to the gondola. From the gondola, there are other free shuttle
buses that will take you to any of the other Niseko resorts.
• Whether you're a first-timer trying to familiarise yourself with a pair of skis or an
accomplished snowboarder trying to perfect your turns, the Niseko Grand
Hirafu Snow School has a wide range of lessons and programmes available
which cater to all levels.
• Driving a snow mobile is an exhilarating way to explore Hirafu's incredible
scenery. From adventurous guided tours speeding down forested trails, to
skidding along the snow on a banana boat, there are plenty of options available
for safe and exciting family fun.
• Kids love tobogganning and tubing down the slopes. Indulge them at Kids Land
Annupuri, Niseko Kids at Niseko Village or Hirafu Alpen Kids Park and Zoo, which
also has a mini-zoo with penguins, rabbits and llamas.
• For those slightly more adventurous we can recommend Niseko's specialist
mountain guides. Highly trained in rock climbing, ice climbing, mountaineering
and off-piste skiing, their incredible knowledge and understanding of the local
terrain will provide you with an unforgettable experience of the area's wild
backcountry in the safest possible way.
Summer
• Regularly hosting Japan's largest cycling race – the 'Tour de Hokkaido' – Hirafu is
a much-loved cycling destination thanks to its stunning landscape, comfortable
summers, excellent cycling facilities and wide variety of cycling trails which cater
to all skill levels.
• Come spring, the snowmelt raises the water levels of the Shiribetsu River by
almost two metres, making it ideal for white water rafting. A 12 km-long course
runs from Hirafu Station to Niseko Station across Japan's cleanest river. Although
it will take you past a number of exciting challenges, the course is easy enough
to navigate while enjoying the valley's stunning beauty.
• With its elevated rope courses, zip-lines, free-fall platforms, bouncy slides and
horse rides, the recreational park PURE provides a wonderful day-out for
children and adults of all ages.
• The 18-hole, 73 par Niseko Village Golf Course is considered the jewel in the
crown of Hokkaido's golf scene, thanks to its excellent facilities and the area's
dry and pleasant summers. With the photogenic Mount Yotei in the background,
we really can't think of a better place for practicing your shots or improving your
handicap.

The Neighborhood

Breathing in the pure mountain air while admiring stunning Mount Yotei and Mount Annupuri vistas, it might be hard to imagine that Hirafu is at the heart of one of Japan’s most flourishing dining scenes. Yet, if you’re looking to combine a holiday in the great rugged wilderness with suave urban sophistication, this elegant mountain haven is a wonderful choice indeed.

Don’t let heavy snowfall deter you from having a good time. Many of Hirafu’s pavements are heated which means you’ll be able to reach your destination ‘slip and slide’-free. There’s an excellent range of evening entertainment venues in the village, from the quirky Bar Gyu with its exceptional range of rare Japanese whiskies, to live music and late-night DJ sets at Wild Bill’s.

After a long day in the great outdoors, there’s no better way to relax than by visiting one of the many thermal spas or ‘onsen’. Casi67 West is close to Hotel Hirafutei Onsen and Hotel Alpen Onsen – both renowned for their beautiful facilities and excellent rejuvenation treatments.

The apartment is also a fifteen-minute walk or a short drive from the Grand Hirafu ski gondola which gives you access to some of the area’s steepest slopes and also caters well to beginners. Simply call one of our on-call drivers to drive you there in the morning and pick you up again in the afternoon.