Niseko.com - Issue 14 - Dec 2011

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NISEKO.COM DEC 2011|MESSAGE FROM ED.

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NISEKO.COM DEC 2011|LOCALS, PEOPLE & PLACES

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A day in thelife of Mao6.50 am .........Wake up 7.10 am..........Breakfast7.25 am .........Go to school4.00 pm ........Arrive home (6 9:30pm when I have a volleyball lesson)4.305:30pm Study7.00 pm .......Dinner (10:00pm when I have volleyball)9:30 pm .........Go to bed (10:30pm when I have Volleyball)


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BIGFOOTLODGE

LAWSONS

SEE YOU AT THE BARITS NOT REALLY A LODGE AND ITS NOT VERY BIG, BUT WE THINK YOULL FIND IT KINDA COOL

FROM A CHEEKY PUNCH BOWL FOR 6 BY THE FIRE, TO FREE POOL AND WIFI ALL NIGHT -

PERFECT FOR SINKING AN ICE COLD BEER OR TWO.OR GRAB A PINT OF DOUBLE COOKED FAT CHIPS WITH BLOODY MARY MAYO -

FEAST ON OUR LATE-NIGHT FOREST MENU - OUR NYC BUFFALO WINGS ARE TO DIE FOR -

BRING YOUR DRINKING LIPS!

TO SNOW-TIME HOSPITALITY IS SIMPLE - TO THE TOP SHELF TIPPLE OF A CLASSY ASPEN SKI CLUB, OUR APPRO

ACHWITH THE QUIRKY, COSY FEEL OF A CANADIAN HUNTERS CABINWITH THE QUIRKY, COSY FEEL OF A CANADIAN HUNTERS CABIN

DEEP IN THE HEART OF THIS SNOW LOVERS PARADISE IS BIGFOOT LODGE

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Bar BarunbaAza Yamada 170-50, Kutchan Ph 0136-55-5615 Open 20:00 27:00 Occasionally Closed 28 seats

A unique social experience to share with friends. Bar Master Hitoshi will

mix it up with a range of Nisekos tastiest cocktails! When you find

yourself in Barunba- you know its going to be a good time!

mina mina Sake Bar & RestaurantAza-Yamada 190-9, Kutchan Ph 0136-23-3437 Open 18:00 - 02:00 Open Daily 40 seats (Food last order 1:00AM, Drink last order 2:00AM)

A Cosy Bar for Friends and CouplesWhether you join us for a meal, or just want a relaxing place to enjoy a social drink (or two!). We serve delightful Japanese cuisine accompanied with Junmai sake, shochu & plum wines all carefully selected.

Steak Rosso RossoYamada 167-61, Kutchan Ph 0136-21-7100 Open 18:00 - 23:00 32 seats AX,VISA,MASTER,JCB,UC,UNION PAY

Incredible Steaks! A Must for Steak Lovers!Carefully selected and cut thick to ensure juiciness. Try our beef with amazing flavour and texture.

We also feature a large selection of imported wines and refined hospitality.


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Bang Bang & Bang2 Izakaya BarAza-yamada 188-24, Kutchan Ph 0136-22-4292 11:00 16:00 (Bang2 only)17:30 - 22:30 Occasionally Closed 35 seats(Bang Bang) 30 seats(Bang2)

Chargrilled Skewers, Sizzling Wagyu Steak & Fresh SeafoodNestled in the heart of Hirafu. We serve a tasty array of yakitori skewers which are sure to get your tastebuds tingling.We recommend you compliment your meal with a refreshing beverage from our locally fuelled drinks menu.

Dont forget to try our delicious ramen lunch at Bang2!




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10,000 per person (90 minute tour)

Any day On request

Pick up at SkiJapan.com office. Return transport from door to door, 90 minutes. Guided skiing, tea and cookies. X Country Ski gear can also be rented at additional cost.

31,000 per person

Any day 8am4pm (approx)

Pick up from accommodation. Includes cat ski transport, private mountain, fully guided, professional photographer, return door to door transport, DVD of photos/video from the day. (Experienced powder/advanced skiers/boarders only).



10,000 per person (90 minute tour)

Any day On request

Pick up at SkiJapan.com office. Return transport from door to door, 90 minutes. Guided skiing, tea and cookies. X Country Ski gear can also be rented at additional cost.

31,000 per person

Any day 8am4pm (approx)

Pick up from accommodation. Includes cat ski transport, private mountain, fully guided, professional photographer, return door to door transport, DVD of photos/video from the day. (Experienced powder/advanced skiers/boarders only).



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Day Tours: 60,00 per person (4,000 for 612 year olds) Night Tours: 8,000 per person (6,000 for 612 year olds)

Any day Morning: 9:30am12noon Afternoon: 1:30pm4pm Night: 5pm8pm

Pick up at NAC Centre - Izumikyo. Includes snowshoes, guide, rubber boots, tea and snacks.

9,500 per person (fully guided - minimum 8 guests) 8,000 children aged 10-12yrs

Any day for unguided. Mondays for fully guided trip (alternate days can be organized for groups of 10)

7:30am5pm

Pick up at SkiJapan.com office. Includes lift pass and return transfer.

17,800 per person (15,800 for guest with their own backcountry gear)

Any day 8:45am4pm

Pick up from SkiJapan.com office. Includes back country safety equipment, light lunch and onsen. Participants should be 16 years old or above, and must be intermediate to advanced level skiers and riders only.

7,000 per person for 3 hour session, 10,000 for 8 hour session

Any day 9am12noon (3 hours) 12:30pm3:30pm (3 hours) 8am4pm (8 hours including 1 hour break)

Meeting point varies depending on tour type. All mountain lift pass is required. Children 12 years old or under are not permitted in backcountry area. Subject to availability - please book in advance.

13,000 per person (unguided - minimum 5 guests, maximum 8) 13,000 per person (fully guided - minimum 12 guests, maximum 36)

Any day 7:45am5pm

Lift pass and return transfer are included.

13,000 per person (unguided - minimum 5 people) 13,000 per person (fully guided - minimum 7 people)

Anyday 8am- 4pm

Pick up at SkiJapan.com office. Includes return transport and lift ticket.

For a trip back into the real Japan, an Otaru cultural experience is a must do day out. A town rich in Japanese culture and a prominent fishing town, Otaru has now become and iconic seaside town of Japan. During the day, you will learn to make sushi from a master sushi chef, take a tour of an historic mansion, and also watch and learn how Sake is brewed. There is a couple hours for free shopping time to allow you to stroll through this scenic city at your own pace, before jumping on a bus for a quick stop past the fish markets and a large 100Yen store on the way home to Niseko.

Creatively decorate any number of different glass items, from cups, vases and even bottles of wine. Watch as your art becomes sandblasted and made permanent, giving you a special momento of your time in Japan. This is great for when you want a few hours break from skiing and is an activity the kids will love!

A great way to experience Japan, plus take home your very own hand made calligraphy artwork. You can also dress up in traditional Japanese Kimono for an authentic souvenir photo. A perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon off the snow.

Try your hand at a variety of authentic Japanese art, cooking and social experiences right here in Niseko. An experience to take with you forever. We can organize a variety of classes including:

Intensive Sushi Making: Tuesdays, 12:30-3:30pm, 10,000Sukiyaki and Nabe Cooking Class: Mondays 2-4:30pm, 8,500Bamboo Ink Painting: Thursday 2-4pm, 4,000Japanese Tea Ceremony: Wednesday 2-4pm, 6,000

For bookings and info, pop in and see the team at SkiJapan.com

A great way to mix with friends and talk about the days skiing whilst relaxing in a natural onsen. This onsen is unique and allows mixed bathing for both makes and females in the same pools.

Rest, relax and rejuvinate in your very own private onsen and sauna. Total seclusion or share with you friend, family or partner. There really is not better way to relax after a big days on the slopes.

OTARU CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

CALLIGRAPHY CLASS AND KIMONO DRESSING

MIXED ONSEN GYM & ONSEN TRIP

SANDBLAST GLASS ART EXPERIENCE

JAPANESE CULTURAL WORKSHOPS

Cultural Experience Tours

11,000 (5,000 for 6-12 years old)

3000

4000 for transport & onsen for the first adult guest, each extra adult pays 700 (4 guests per taxi)350 extra for a child (6-12 years old)no extra charge for child (under 6 years old) Subject to availability, transportation cost will beextra for 5 guests or more; maximum 8 guests.

4500 for transport, gym and onsen for first guests; 1200 extra for additionalguest up to 4

5800 for transport, private onsen and sauna for the first person.Each extra adult pays 700;300 extra per child (6-12 years old);no extra charge for child (under 6 years old)

Any Day

Any Day, except Monday

Any Day

2:00PM-9:00PM

10:00AM-9:00pm (Onsen open from 11am-10pm) Gym users must be 16 years old or over; maximum 8 guest

11:00am-10:00pm (last onsen entry 9:00PM).Transportation will be extra for 5 guests or more;maximum 8 guests.Return Transport, Onsen Admission

All day use of gym and onsenfacilities, bath and modesty towels,return transport.

Return Transport, 50 minute private onsen, modesty towel

3000 5000 (It depends on a glass)

Herring Mansion admission, Sushi making, Sake Brewery Admission, return transport, Bilingual Escort. Minimum 9 guests, Maximum 43 guests

Calligraphy tools and teacher, Light meal

Glass cup and decorations, sandblasting & return transport

Tuesday

Any day

Any day

7:30am-5:30pm

On request, by availability

Between 9am 5pm (2-3hours)

PRIVATE ONSEN& SAUNA TRIP



* All tour information and prices are correct at time of priniting, and may be subject to change.

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For a trip back into the real Japan, an Otaru cultural experience is a must do day out. A town rich in Japanese culture and a prominent fishing town, Otaru has now become and iconic seaside town of Japan. During the day, you will learn to make sushi from a master sushi chef, take a tour of an historic mansion, and also watch and learn how Sake is brewed. There is a couple hours for free shopping time to allow you to stroll through this scenic city at your own pace, before jumping on a bus for a quick stop past the fish markets and a large 100Yen store on the way home to Niseko.

Creatively decorate any number of different glass items, from cups, vases and even bottles of wine. Watch as your art becomes sandblasted and made permanent, giving you a special momento of your time in Japan. This is great for when you want a few hours break from skiing and is an activity the kids will love!

A great way to experience Japan, plus take home your very own hand made calligraphy artwork. You can also dress up in traditional Japanese Kimono for an authentic souvenir photo. A perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon off the snow.

Try your hand at a variety of authentic Japanese art, cooking and social experiences right here in Niseko. An experience to take with you forever. We can organize a variety of classes including:

Intensive Sushi Making: Tuesdays, 12:30-3:30pm, 10,000Sukiyaki and Nabe Cooking Class: Mondays 2-4:30pm, 8,500Bamboo Ink Painting: Thursday 2-4pm, 4,000Japanese Tea Ceremony: Wednesday 2-4pm, 6,000

For bookings and info, pop in and see the team at SkiJapan.com

A great way to mix with friends and talk about the days skiing whilst relaxing in a natural onsen. This onsen is unique and allows mixed bathing for both makes and females in the same pools.

Rest, relax and rejuvinate in your very own private onsen and sauna. Total seclusion or share with you friend, family or partner. There really is not better way to relax after a big days on the slopes.

OTARU CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

CALLIGRAPHY CLASS AND KIMONO DRESSING

MIXED ONSEN GYM & ONSEN TRIP

SANDBLAST GLASS ART EXPERIENCE

JAPANESE CULTURAL WORKSHOPS

Cultural Experience Tours

11,000 (5,000 for 6-12 years old)

3000

4000 for transport & onsen for the first adult guest, each extra adult pays 700 (4 guests per taxi)350 extra for a child (6-12 years old)no extra charge for child (under 6 years old) Subject to availability, transportation cost will beextra for 5 guests or more; maximum 8 guests.

4500 for transport, gym and onsen for first guests; 1200 extra for additionalguest up to 4

5800 for transport, private onsen and sauna for the first person.Each extra adult pays 700;300 extra per child (6-12 years old);no extra charge for child (under 6 years old)

Any Day

Any Day, except Monday

Any Day

2:00PM-9:00PM

10:00AM-9:00pm (Onsen open from 11am-10pm) Gym users must be 16 years old or over; maximum 8 guest

11:00am-10:00pm (last onsen entry 9:00PM).Transportation will be extra for 5 guests or more;maximum 8 guests.Return Transport, Onsen Admission

All day use of gym and onsenfacilities, bath and modesty towels,return transport.

Return Transport, 50 minute private onsen, modesty towel

3000 5000 (It depends on a glass)

Herring Mansion admission, Sushi making, Sake Brewery Admission, return transport, Bilingual Escort. Minimum 9 guests, Maximum 43 guests

Calligraphy tools and teacher, Light meal

Glass cup and decorations, sandblasting & return transport

Tuesday

Any day

Any day

7:30am-5:30pm

On request, by availability

Between 9am 5pm (2-3hours)

PRIVATE ONSEN& SAUNA TRIP



* All tour information and prices are correct at time of priniting, and may be subject to change.

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Ms caf Caf & Restaurant355-2 Aza Soga, Niseko Ph 0136-44-3380 Open 11:00 - 15:00, 17:00 - 21:00 Closed Thursday 40 seats Free Transport Available

Hamakko Seafood & SakeN2 W1 Kutchan Ph 0136-22-2430 Open 17:15 - 23:00 Closed Sunday 40 seats NO BYO Cash Only English Menu

A-BU-CHA 2nd191-29 Level 1 Suiboku Aza Yamada, Kutchan Ph 0136-22-5620 Open 18:00 26:00 Open daily 100 seats NO BYO Credit cards Available English Menu HP: www.abucha.net

Relaxing Countryside Escape

Hidden place with a warm fireplace, Saison Club offers shabu shabu and sukiyaki with special Hokkaido beef and pork to satisfy to your heart and stomach! Min 2 people for hotpot orders. Pre-booking essential.

Great Food and Friendly StaffHokkaido speciality meals and variety of hot pots are our sought-after dishes. We feature more than 400 kinds of drinks. Kids are very much welcome. We also offer Japanese style dining room. Large selection of take away menus are available.

Soga Ramen Dining51-5 Aza Soga, Niseko Ph 0136-43-2205 Open Daily 11:30 - 21:00 98 seats Credit card facilities available English Menu

Taste The HokkaidoFreshnessLocated in Soga, this spacious ramen noodle restaurant uses Nisekos locally produced food like potatoes and corn in their menu. Niseko spring water is used in their ramen soup. Seafood rice, BBQ beef are also available.

Hokkaidos Best Seafood and Japanese SakeFor a taste of local Hokkaido seafood. Hamakko has a wide variety of delicious dishes including Sashimi and hotpots. Located conveniently adjacent to Miyako Dori. Make your booking today for an intimate, Japanese dining experience.

Charcoal Yakitori Dining EnyaN1 W1 8-3 Kutchan Ph 0136-22-3438 Open 17:30 - 24:00 Closed Sunday 49 seats Credit card facilities available English Menu

Traditional Japanese StyleJuicy Grilled Chicken SkewersWe prepare our delicious Yakitori daily and use only the finest ingredients in all our dishes.

We promise first-class atmosphere along with great food and service.

Oshokuji Bar Kimura Casual JapaneseN1 E4 Kutchan Ph 0136-22-1026 Open 11:00-15:00, 17:00-21:00 Closed Sunday 39 seats Lunch Only for Saturday NO BYO Cash Only English Menu

An Abundant Lunchtimeand Night MenuA fun place with a reputation that extends beyond the locals.The interiors use of stone and wooden materials and special one-off furniture creates a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Grand PaPa Cheese Fondue RestaurantAza Yamada167-23, Kutchan Ph 0136-23-2244 Open 18:00 - 02:00, (Food 22:00) 40 seats www.grandpapa.co.jp

Swiss Cheese FondueWe are so proud of the Swiss heritage that started skiing in Niseko that we represent our Swiss sister city of St. Moritz by serving to you our famous traditional Swiss cheese fondue.

The restaurant menu 4,000yenCheese fondue (Bread, vegetables, meat balls) Soup, Meat Dish, Dessert and Coffee.

Catering service 3,500yenCheese fondue (Bread, vegetables, meat balls) Please ensure you reserve in advance to avoid disappointment!




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Deluxe AdultStandard AdultDeluxe ChildStandard Child

5,5004,5004,0003,000

9,0007,0006,5005,500

13,0009,5008,0007,000

17,00011,50010,5009,500

20,00014,50011,50010,500

23,50017,00013,50012,500

26,50019,50014,50013,500

28,50020,50015,00014,000

30,50021,50015,50014,500

32,50022,50016,00015,000

34,50023,50016,50015,500

36,50024,50017,00016,000

2,0001,000500500

Days 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Extra

Deluxe AdultStandard AdultDeluxe ChildStandard Child

6,5005,0004,5003,500

10,0008,0007,0006,000

14,50010,5009,5008,500

18,00013,50011,00010,000

22,00016,00014,00013,000

26,00019,00015,50014,500

30,00022,50016,50015,500

32,00023,50017,50016,500

34,00024,50018,50017,500

36,00025,50019,00018,000

38,00026,50019,50018,500

40,00027,50020,00019,000

2,0001,000500500

Adult PackageAdult Ski OnlyChild PackageChild Ski Only

5,0004,5003,5003,000

8,0007,0006,0005,500

10,5009,5008,5007,000

13,50011,50010,0009,500

16,00014,50013,00010,500

19,00017,00014,50012,500

22,50019,50015,50013,500

23,50020,50016,50014,000

24,50021,50017,50014,500

25,50022,50018,00015,000

26,50023,50018,50015,500

27,50024,50019,00016,000

1,0001,000500500

Deluxe ChildStandard Child

5,5004,500

8,5007,500

11,50010,500

13,50012,500

17,00016,000

19,00018,000

20,50019,500

22,00021,000

23,50022,500

24,50023,500

25,50024,500

26,50025,500

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3,5002,500

4,5003,000

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5,5004,000

6,0004,500

6,5005,000

7,5005,500

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9,5006,500

10,5007,000

11,5007,500

1,000500

1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 6,500 7,000 500

Skis &Poles

Ski/BoardPackage(w/ boots, bindings, poles)

Telemark Skis, Boots,Poles

Child PKG + Helmet

Boots only

Helmet

Jacket &Pants

Jacket ORPants

Days 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Extra

AdultChild

2,5001,500

3,5002,500

4,5003,000

5,0003,500

5,5004,000

6,0004,500

6,5005,000

7,5005,500

8,5006,000

9,5006,500

10,5007,000

11,5007,500

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1,500500

2,5001,500

3,0002,000

3,5002,500

4,0003,000

4,3003,300

4,6003,600

4,9003,900

5,2004,200

5,5004,500

5,8004,800

6,1005,100

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Level 1-6 Sk i & Snowboard

Morning

Morning x 5

All Day

All Day x 5

Upgrade to All Day

Morning

Morning x 5

All Day

All Day x 5

Upgrade to All Day

10,000

40,000

14,000

56,000

6,000

9:30am-12:30pm

9:30am-12:30pm

9:30am-3:30pm

9:30am-3:30pm

8,000

32,000

12,000

48,000

6,000

9:30am-12:30pm

9:30am-12:30pm

9:30am-3:30pm

9:30am-3:30pm

7,000

28,000

11,000

44,000

6,000

1,500 P/h

10:30am-12:30pm

10:30am-12:30pm

10:30am-3:30pm

10:30am-3:30pm

8:30am or 9:30am

KIDS GROUP LESSONS

KIDS 3-4yrs SKI

KIDS 5-8 & 9-14yrs SKI

KIDS 7-14yrs SNOWBOARD

Level 1-6 Sk i & Snowboard

Morning

Morning x 5

All Day

All Day x 5

Upgrade to All Day

7,000

28,000

11,000

44,000

6,000

10:30am-12:30pm

10:30am-12:30pm

10:30am-12:30pm

& 1:30pm-3:30pm

10:30am-12:30pm

& 1:30pm-3:30pm

ADULT GROUP LESSONS

KEY TERMS & CONDITIONS

LIFT TICKETS ARE NOTINCLUDED IN PRICE & MUST BEPURCHASED PRIOR TO LESSON

All NBS services are non refundable or transfer-able

NBS Kids Club lunch is not able to cater for kids with food allergies or special requirements

Mutli day lessons (x5) must be taken on consecu-tive days only

There is a maximum of 4 people in any private lesson

PRIVATE LESSONSSki, Snowboard, Telemark

1Hr Private

2Hr First Tracks

2Hr Morning

2Hr Afternoon

2Hr Twilight

2Hr Night

4Hr Private

6Hr Private(6Hrs of instruction, plus 1Hr break)

5 x 2Hr First Tracks

Private

5 x 2Hr Afternoon

Private

Additional Person

11,000

20,000

24,000

20,000

20,000

20,000

36,000

50,000

80,000

80,000

3,000

8:30am, 9:30am,

3:30pm

8:30am

10:30am

1:30pm

3:30pm

6:30pm

8:30am, 10:30am,

1:30pm

8:30am, 9:30am,

10:30am

8:30am

1:30pm

p/p (Maximum 3)

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The Australian Professional Snowsports Instructors (APSI) is an internationally recognized organization that trains and certifies snowsports instructors. The APSI, with the support of Niseko Base Snowsports (NBS), will be coming to Niseko this season and are offering a variety of courses and exams. The purpose of their trip is to not only offer training and exams for current snowsports instructors, but also to give those that are interested in becoming an instructor the opportunity to gain their first level of certification.Courses and exams will be run between the 6th and the 20th of February 2012. Please check out www.apsi.net.au for more info or see the team at NBS.

The APSI is a not-for-profit association formed in Australia in 1976 and for more than 30 years, the APSI has educated, trained and certified snowsports instructors from Australia and around the world. The APSI training program has a strong worldwide reputation within the ski industry and is endorsed by the international Ski Instructors Association (ISIA). It is a positive step for Niseko to be the host location for this training and certification program and both the APSI and NBS look forward to further developing instructor training in Niseko. Please visit www.apsi.net.au and www.nisekobase.com for more info.



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Ebisutei Izakaya & Oden155-132 Aza Yamada, Kutchan Ph 0136-22-6544 Open 17:00 24:00 30 seats Open daily

Fantastic winter has just arrived. Skiing, Snowboarding and Oden from EBISUTEI!! When you go out lets have hot Oden and it's make worm up your body and heart.

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Lawson Convenience Store171-1 Aza-Yamada, Kutchan Ph 0136-23-1230 24 hours Open Daily

The Only 24-hour Convenience Store in HirafuWe have light meals, alcohol, and all your basic necessities. Just 100m from SkiJapan.com main office. Try our juicy fried chicken!

New Chitose Airport -> Rusutsu -> Niseko Hirafu [ Resortliner : 01Dec-06Apr ]Bus No.

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Depart From

New ChitoseAirport

International- - - - 13:35 14:50 15:50 17:20 - -

New ChitoseAirport

Domestic9:30 10:45 11:40 12:30 13:45 15:00 16:00 17:30 19:30 21:30

Arrive at

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RusutsuResort 11:25 12:40 13:35 14:25 15:40 16:55 17:55 19:15 21:15 23:15

RusutsuTower 11:30 12:45 13:40 14:30 15:45 17:00 18:00 19:20 21:20 23:20

Hirafu 12:10 13:25 14:20 15:10 16:25 17:40 18:40 20:00 22:00 0:00

Hilton NisekoVillage 12:30 13:45 14:40 15:30 16:45 18:00 19:00 20:20 22:20 0:20

The Green LoafNiseko Village 12:35 13:50 14:45 15:35 16:50 18:05 19:05 20:25 22:25 0:25

Niseko NorthernResort Annupuri 12:50 14:05 15:00 15:50 17:05 18:20 19:20 20:40 22:40 0:40

Niseko Hirafu -> Rusutsu -> New Chitose Airport [ Resortliner : 03Dec-08Apr ]Bus No.

102 104 106 108 110 112 114 116

Depart From*Only Get on

NisekoNorthern Resort Annupuri 6:50 8:30 10:00 11:30 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00

The Green Leaf Niseko Village 7:05 8:45 10:15 11:45 13:15 14:15 15:15 16:15

Hilton Niseko Village 7:10 8:50 10:20 11:50 13:20 14:20 15:20 16:20

Hirafu 7:30 9:10 10:40 12:10 13:40 14:40 15:40 16:40

Rusutsu Resort 8:15 9:55 11:25 12:55 14:25 15:25 16:25 17:25

Rusutsu T ower 8:20 10:00 11:30 13:00 14:30 15:30 16:30 17:30

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New ChitoseAirport

Domestic10:20 12:00 13:30 15:00 16:30 17:30 18:30 19:30

New ChitoseAirport

International10:25 12:05 13:35 15:05 16:35 17:35 18:35 19:35

Night Kutchan Night Go (JR Kuchan Staion - Hirafu Wekcome Centre) Operation : 1 December 2011- 31 March2012 Fare : Night Go bus pass 200 yen ( 1 week open pass ) / Season pass 500 yen ( Valid through 31 March 2012)

NUS Niseko United Shuttle( Hirafu Welcome Centre- Ikoi no Mura ) Operation : 10 Decmber 2011- 25 March 2012 Fare : Niseko All Mountain Pass holder ride free. For non-pass holders normal fares will apply

* Marked with will run in the periods below: Daily 26 November 2011- 1 April 2012, Only Sat & Sun from 7 April - 22 April , Daily 28 April - 6 May

Niseko Niseko Bus ( JR Kutchan Station < - > Ikoi no Mura ) Operation : 1 December 2011- 31 March2012 Fare : Adult One Way 380 yen / Child One Way 190 yen ( Kutchan Station - Hirafu Welcome Centre )

Donan Donan Bus (JR Kutchan Station < - > Hilton Niseko Village ) Operation : All year Fare : Adult One Way 380 yen / Child One Way 190 yen ( Kutchan Station - Hirafu Welcome Centre )

* Time table below applies from 16 December 2011-11 March 2012





2011 2012 JR TRAINNEW CHITOSE AIRPORT SAPPORO OTARU KUTCHAN HIRAFU NISEKO = Transfer

NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT D 7:06 7:36 10:04 11:04 12:34 13:34 15:34 17:04 18:04 20:04 20:49

SAPPORO

A 7:59 8:29 10:40 11:40 13:10 14:10 16:10 17:40 18:40 20:40 21:28

= = = =

D 8:04 8:42 10:44 11:44 13:14 14:14 16:14 17:53 18:44 20:44 21:47

OTARU

A 8:44 9:29 11:16 12:16 13:46 14:46 16:46 18:30 19:17 21:17 22:26

= = = = = = = = =

D 6:11 8:07 8:46 9:44 11:21 12:20 14:14 13:50 14:50 16:53 18:38 19:21 21:35 22:29

KUTCHANA 7:50 9:20 9:41 10:57 12:52 13:30 15:17 14:57 16:17 18:01 19:46 20:50 22:45 23:38

D 7:52 9:28 9:44 13:43 15:19 16:42 18:05 20:52

HIRAFU D 8:00 9:36 - 13:50 - 16:51 18:13 21:00

NISEKO D 8:07 9:44 9:57 13:58 15:32 17:00 18:21 21:08

EXP EXP

NISEKO HIRAFU KUTCHAN OTARU SAPPORO NEW CHITOSE AIRPORT = Transfer

EXP EXP *

Niseko D 6:43 7:36 9:08 10:18 10:36 13:26 16:00 15:58 16:15 17:47 19:03 21:13

Hirafu D 6:50 7:44 9:18 - 10:47 13:35 - 16:08 16:25 17:55 19:11 21:23

KutchanA 6:57 7:51 9:27 10:32 10:55 13:42 16:14 16:17 16:33 18:03 19:19 21:31

D 5:22 6:22 6:58 8:02 9:42 10:33 11:00 12:23 14:04 15:15 16:22 16:40 18:06 19:21 21:32

Otaru

A 6:34 7:23 8:01 9:16 11:00 11:45 12:19 13:30 15:29 16:30 17:40 18:13 19:13 20:42 22:50

= = = = = = = = = = = =

D 6:38 7:28 8:18 9:34 11:04 12:04 12:34 13:34 15:34 16:34 17:42 18:34 19:28 20:56 23:00

Sapporo

A 7:24 8:17 8:58 10:06 11:36 12:36 13:06 14:06 16:06 17:06 18:24 19:06 20:13 21:42 23:54

= = =

D 7:35 8:25 9:10 10:10 11:40 12:40 13:10 14:10 16:10 17:10 18:40 19:10 20:17 21:51

New Chitose Airport A 8:13 9:01 9:46 10:46 12:16 13:16 13:46 14:46 16:46 17:46 19:16 19:46 21:15 22:40

EXP Niseko EXPRESS:23December 2011 19February 2012 D = Departure A = Arrival

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Event

Calendar25th nov 12th Feb

Sapporo White Illumination

26th Jan

Australia day at Hirafu

27th Jan 12th Feb

Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival

31st deC

New years eve at Hirafu

18th Feb & 19th Feb

Yukitopia Festival at Kutchan

11th Feb & 12th Feb

16th Totota Big Air in Sapporo Dome

24th deC

Christmas eve at Hirafu

6th Feb 12th Feb

63rd Sapporo Snow Festival

3rd Feb 12th Feb

Otaru Snow Light Festival


nIseKo.CoM DEC 2011|ESSENTIALS

Event

Calendar25th nov 12th Feb

Sapporo White Illumination

26th Jan

Australia day at Hirafu

27th Jan 12th Feb

Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival

31st deC

New years eve at Hirafu

18th Feb & 19th Feb

Yukitopia Festival at Kutchan

11th Feb & 12th Feb

16th Totota Big Air in Sapporo Dome

24th deC

Christmas eve at Hirafu

6th Feb 12th Feb

63rd Sapporo Snow Festival

3rd Feb 12th Feb

Otaru Snow Light Festival


nIseKo.CoM DEC 2011|ESSENTIALS

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