Niseko Grand Hirafu is the largest and most popular of the four interconnected Niseko United resorts on the eastern slopes of Mount Niseko-Annupuri. Renowned worldwide for its incredible dry powder snow, Hirafu offers 30 courses across a vast terrain that caters to all ability levels. The resort boasts a vibrant base village with an extensive selection of restaurants, bars, and accommodation, making it the social hub of the Niseko area.
With a vertical drop of 960 meters and reliable snowfall averaging 14 meters per season, Hirafu delivers some of the most consistent powder skiing on the planet. The resort's night skiing operation is one of the largest in Japan, illuminating a significant portion of the mountain. The Niseko United all-mountain pass provides seamless access to Hanazono, Village, and Annupuri, creating one of Japan's largest interconnected ski areas.
Nov 23, 2025 — May 6, 2026
Projected from last season's published operating dates.
Average annual snowfall is 1,400 cm. Conditions vary through the season.
How to reach the resort from the nearest station and from Tokyo, what each leg costs, and what the JR Pass actually covers.
Read the guideEvery run with its gradient and length, the piste map, and which lifts run when.
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Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 23, 2026
Silver Week Limited-Time ContentSep 19, 2026 – Sep 23, 2026
SUNRISE GONDOLASep 20, 2026 – Sep 22, 2026
SUNRISE YOGASep 18, 2026
[September 19th - September 23rd] Sunrise Gondola begins operation at 5:00 AMSep 18, 2026
Silver Week Limited-Time EventSep 2, 2026
[Early Bird 10% OFF] 2026-27 Rental Rates & Reservations HereAug 20, 2026
Announcement of Hirafu Festival and Extended Magic Hour Gondola ServiceAug 12, 2026
[Early hiring bonus available] Recruiting part-time staff for the 2026-27 season!Aug 7, 2026
Information to ensure a safe and enjoyable stay.Aug 6, 2026
[Registration Closed] Enjoy seasonal afternoon tea at an altitude of 813mAug 5, 2026
NEST813 8/9-31 Limited Drink POMMERYafternoon tea
NEST813アフタヌーンティー is available by advance reservation, which must be made at least five days in advance. Seating is limited to six groups, or 12 guests, per day. Service begins on August 11, 2026, and during September is available only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
restaurant
NEST813 is a restaurant at エースゴンドラ山頂. It is open from 11:00 AM ～ 4:00 PM on a 90-minute seating system, with last orders at 3:30 PM.
drink
POMMERY BLUE SKY is a drink venue at エースゴンドラ山頂.
展望テラス付きレストラン
NEST813 is a restaurant with a viewing terrace. Its menu uses locally sourced and Hokkaido ingredients and includes freshly baked bread and sweets.
brewery restaurant
POWDERHOOD is a brewery restaurant serving hamburgers, pizza, and grilled steak.
scenic restaurant
NEST813 is a scenic restaurant with a terrace, located on the second floor of the エースゴンドラ summit station at an elevation of 813 meters. Its menu includes beef-rich Bolognese, wagyu beef shank stew, and dorayaki with Hokkaido red bean paste and fruit. The café is open from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with last orders at 3:30 PM, and lunch is served from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Operating dates are July 4 through August 30, 2026, and weekends and holidays in September: the 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th–23rd, 26th, and 27th.
醸造所併設のレストラン＆タップルーム
POWDERHOOD RESTAURANT & TAPROOM is a restaurant and taproom with an adjoining brewery, located inside ALPEN NODE beside the エースゴンドラ base station. It is a one-minute walk from Hirafu No. 1 Parking Lot and operates from July 4 to November 3, 2026. Hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with last orders at 3:30 PM; lunch is served from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The menu includes the パウダーフッドバーガー, 道産ソーセージドッグ, and 後志産フルーツピザ.
adventure park
NACアドベンチャーパーク features 11 courses and 140 elements at heights ranging from 2 to 13 meters. Access is available from 115 cm in height, with some courses requiring a minimum height of 140 cm. The park operates from April 4 to November 3, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 3:00 PM. Admission is ¥5,700 for adults (junior high school students and older) and ¥4,600 for elementary school students and younger. Safety is supported by the internationally recognized Clic It! safety system and experienced guides.
complex facility
ALPEN NODE is a complex facility with a shop offering original goods and selections from the ニセコ・後志エリア.
bike rental
バイクレンタル is available at the same-day ALPEN NODE reception from 2026年7月4日(土)～8月30日(日), and on weekends and public holidays in September (5.6.12.13.19～23.26.27日). Hours are 8:30 AM～4:00 PM, with final reception at 2:00 PM.
safety information
ヘルメット着用案内 recommends wearing a helmet for safety when skiing.
forest adventure park
NAC アドベンチャーパーク is a forest adventure park with 11 courses and 140 elements.
activity reception and complex facility
ALPEN NODE is an activity reception and complex facility next to the base of エースゴンドラ, in the building directly in front of the ALPEN NODE activity reception. It serves as the reception hub for each activity and offers free water refills.
resort
ニセコ東急 グラン・ヒラフ is accessible from Sapporo Station by JR Hokkaido in approximately 50 minutes without transfers, and from Otaru Station in approximately 40 minutes without transfers. From Kutchan Station, the resort is approximately 15 minutes by taxi or 20 minutes by bus. By car, it is approximately two hours from Sapporo and New Chitose Airport, approximately 2 hours 10 minutes from either New Chitose Airport or Hakodate Airport, and approximately 112 km from Sapporo via local roads. New Chitose Airport is approximately 99 km away. By train and bus, travel from New Chitose Airport or Hakodate Airport takes approximately 3 hours 30 minutes. During holiday periods, an area shuttle bus operates.
locker and changing room
更衣室・コインロッカー is a locker and changing room facility. Cashless payments only.
brewery and restaurant
POWDERHOOD is a brewery and restaurant offering craft beer brewed on site.
payment services
レストラン・ショップの支払い accepts cash, credit cards, debit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments.
restaurant facilities
レストラン is a restaurant facility with access for children.
river activities
For リバーアクティビティ, the meeting location from July 4, 2026 is ALPEN NODE（エースゴンドラ山麓）. Please arrive by 20 minutes before the tour start time.
ski area
ニセコ東急 グラン・ヒラフ スキー場 has a map available. The planned season runs from November 28, 2026 to May 5, 2027, with planned night skiing from December 12, 2026 to March 22, 2027.
water refill station
給水機 is a water refill station available at ALPEN NODE and NEST813.
lesson and rental package
The 30分レッスン+バイクレンタル2時間パック includes a 30-minute lesson and two hours of bike rental for ages 6 and older. The price is 3,000 yen for adults and 3,000 yen for elementary school students. Same-day registration only; final registration is at 2:00 PM.
activity
マウンテンバイクパーク offers a 4.4 km (4,380 m) course for intermediate and advanced riders. Hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with the final uphill departure at 3:30 PM. It is scheduled to operate from July 4 to August 30, 2026, and on weekends and holidays in September (5, 12, 13, 19–23, 26, and 27). Gondola day passes cost 4,000 yen for adults and 2,500 yen for elementary school students; single-ride tickets cost 1,500 yen for adults and 900 yen for elementary school students.
equipment rental
マウンテンバイクレンタル is available from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with final registration at 2:00 PM. Rates are 3,000 yen for two hours or 5,000 yen for one day for adults, and 2,000 yen for two hours or 4,000 yen for one day for elementary school students.
mountain bike practice area
スキルアップエリア is a free mountain bike practice area in a location accessible on foot. Its practice courses are suitable for beginners to intermediate riders. It is open from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
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