A New Resort Hotel under construction in Hirafu-zaka !

by Kazu

Yellow flowers of narcissus were blooming near Hotel Setsu Niseko we stayed in last April.The color of green plants conquered the brown ground partially covered with white snow. The color of yellow gave the scenery energizing twists. 

"Hirafu-zaka" slope was so calm, compared to the white season but to be honest, it was so comfortable for us to enjoy the scenery of the area in spring. Some hotels were closed after the peak season of winter.

A new hotel was under construction at the higher end of Hirafu-zaka slope. These signs were on the fence surrounding the construction area. To be sad, a worker in the area died of landslide on the hillside of Mt. Niseko Annupri. I hope his devotion contributes to the success of the new hotel.

 

Hotel Setsu Niseko 2026 !

by Kazu

The shade of the cloud shaped like a chapeau of Mt. Yotei seemed to be colored blue. The climbers should be equipped amply for winter trekking even in spring. Until the end of June, we should prepare for snow trekking when we enjoy strolling around mountains in Hokkaido.    

The landscape of the mountainous area covered with blue sky and white clouds was breathtaking every time we visit Kutchan/Niseko Area of Hokkaido. I would like to invite my friends again before we have to say last "Good bye", to be honest.    

We were so pleased with our first stay in Niseko Hirafu this year that we took photos around our favorite hotel Setsu Niseko. The windows and walls of the facade reflected the blue sky and white clouds. We will visit there again and again. Our next visit will be in July. 

 

A Room in Setsu Niseko 2026 !

by Kazu

We stayed in a cozy room of Hotel Setsu Niseko at the beginning of spring. It had been five months since we stayed last time. This room was small but very comfy and amply equipped with cutlery, microwave oven, laundry machine and utensils. 

I was not able to make the most of the IH system of the kitchen but the microwave oven worked wonder to fill us up with culinary delights sourced locally without making the room oily. 

I heard that the planner of the hotel stuck to the design, materials and functions to draft the blue print of the total design. It was comparatively calm in the hotel but soon as many tourists as in winter will come to this hotel even in green season. The hotel was awarded internationally.

 

Hospitality Crystalized in Hotel Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono!

by Kazu

I could not help imagining how tough to clean up the shelves and displays in the hotel every day. It must require many staff but the famous Hyatt Group may have the special way to clean up every nook and cranny in the building. 

Some special air cleaner may be working around the clock in the hotel to take away the dust and odor. Cleaning up the walls and windows outside must be tougher than inside. The hotel never discourage the guests. 

I really admire the well-organized system to welcome the guests and the nature. The collaboration of the nature and the artificial building, art works and hospitality work wonder in this area.  

 

The Display of Hospitality in Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono !

by Kazu

We love the subtle expression of their hospitality in Hotel Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono. A pale pink flower of carnation was welcoming the guests at each table in the lounge of the hotel.

It may be tough to arrange such small but heartfelt display. In a sense, the taste of Japanese, not so gorgeous but so sophisticated and striking the chord of the guests, was expressed here and there in the hotel.

The art works on the wall also seemed to be giving the guests relaxation and even inviting the guests to meditation, I thought. They may cost a lot but absolutely create the world of comfort.

 

Hotel Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono 2026 !

by Kazu

I could see very few guests in Hotel Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono on that day. Between the ski season and green season, the number of the total tourists to Hokkaido decrease every year. The calm lounge in the hotel might be the best place for the tourists.

The lift in front of the hotel did not seem to be moving but the upper area of Mt. Niseko Annupri still provided the white snow field for the snowboarders and skiers on the opposite side of the mountain.

April 29(Wed.), 2026 was the holiday of Showa Era, the birthday of Showa Emperor of Japan. It was not the weekend. The trucks that carried rafting boats could be seen on the road and some people were enjoying the zip line in front of the hotel. The attraction in this season may be limited. 

 

Specialty of China Kitchen, Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono 2026 !

by Kazu

Hotel Nikko Niseko Style could be seen from the window of China Kitchen in Hotel Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono. The white crown of  Mt. Yotei also could be seen over the hillside of Mt. Niseko Annupri.  

My wife's favorite wonton noodle soup was the last dish before the dessert on that day. The moderately flavored soup was so kind and balanced for our stomach and guts, I thought. 

The dessert dishes were mango pudding and sweet black beans paste. It had been five months since we had the dim sum lunch in the restaurant. A little bit amendment on the menu was conducted but we are really satisfied with the taste and quality of each dish.