Sometimes, a trendy locale is a slow burner, one that percolates and gradually grows on you. And then there are places which seem to take off like a rocket – and that has certainly been the case for Niseko in northern Japan. In a few short years, Niseko has shed its humble snow hound origins and reinvented itself as the Aspen of Asia, a cosmopolitan ski town boasting Michelin star restaurants and million dollar chalets. As the area is becoming more accessible than ever before (direct flights are now available from Australia and Europe), Niseko is more than ready for its closeup. The area’s luxe new lease on life is perfectly captured in Seasons Niseko.
Carefully tucked inside a gated compound, this pair of mega-plush chalets – Seasons One and Seasons Two – is redefining luxury ski holidays. Offering five bedrooms each, the chalets come with every creature comfort imaginable – and then some.
The five-star treatment begins from the show stoppers (each chalet has its own heated swimming pool) and reaches all the way to the finest of details (bathrooms stocked with Jo Malone toiletries; a curated list of Japanese sakes and whiskies at your disposal). The chalets are ideal for hosting a soiree, with DJ decks, fully stocked bars and alfresco fire pits.
But all these bells and whistles are just one piece of the puzzle. Seasons Niseko also offers full five-star service. And when we say five stars, we really mean five stars. All stays include 24-hour butler service, a private chauffeur to whisk you to and from the slopes and a gourmet chef at your beck and call. And forget about waiting in line at the local ski shop – as a guest at Seasons Niseko, your ski boot and snowboard fitting will be done right on arrival in the comfort and privacy of your chalet. While such dedicated service would certainly be decadent in any locale, it is practically unprecedented in Niseko where most properties are self-catering.
The exclusivity of the Seasons Niseko chalets reaches far beyond their walls. The properties are situated in the Annupuri National Park, a protected area guaranteed to maintain its pristine natural beauty. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Annupuri Gondola, the chalets provide prime ski-in access after a day spent on the mountain.
Besides skiing (guests have access to some of the most experienced ski guides and instructors in the area), Niseko charms with its unparalleled culinary offerings (from gourmet in-chalet dining to curated epicurean safaris) and cultural attractions (think visits to local artisans and dips in authentic onsen hot springs). As the properties’ name suggest, Niseko is not just about the japow – this is a world-class destination for all seasons. For more information about Seasons Niseko, fill out the form below to contact our villa specialists.
