Restaurant Guide

Izumikyo, Hirafu

- Hokkaido Soup Curry

- A Niseko 'must-try'

- Easy walk-in location

Inside Chatrium Niseko, Middle Hirafu

- Modern izakaya style run by Michelin-starred chef Kamimura-san

- Rotating menu with quality ingredients and excellent variety

Located in Ki Niseko at the base of the Hirafu Gondola

- Modern izakaya style restaurant with bar

- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available

Located on Hirafu-zaka underneath Suiboku

- One of Niseko's most popular restaurants, bookings are essential!

- Lively and friendly atmosphere with all the typical izakaya fare

Located on Hirafu-zaka next to Hirafutei Prince Hotel

- Very popular izakaya specialising in yakitori (grilled meat skewers)

- Bookings are essential!

Izumikyo area, next to NAC

- Cozy izakaya with great seafood

- Friendly staff and good value for money

Lower Hirafu area

- Warm and friendly izakaya nestled in lower Hirafu

- Incredible zangi (Hokkaido fried chicken)

- Local's favourite spot

Lower Hirafu, near Aspect

- Izakaya specialising in yakitori (grilled meat skewers)

- Great for a casual family dinner and drinks

Middle Hirafu, across from Kizuna

- Lively izakaya that doubles as a great watering hole

- Expect izakaya favourites and a restaurant filled with locals

Middle Hirafu, above Chatrium Niseko

- Cozy and intimate izakaya with fireplace

- Offers great seafood, share plates and hotpot

Higashiyama, onsite at SnowDog Village

- Locally run, reasonably priced izakaya

- Unbeatable lunch specials

- Dog friendly with a signature 'paw latte'

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Multi-story izakaya with tatami room for groups

- Family-run with all the izakaya favourites

- Specialising in seafood and hotpot

Koen Ave, 2 minutes from Niseko Landmark View

- Unfussy izakaya run by locals

- Specialises in yakitori and share plates

- Easily accessible location from NLV or the resort

Lower Hirafu

- Former local's haunt but now a Hirafu favourite

- Bookings essential (only accepted 30 days before)!

- Specialises in seafood and oden stew

Lower Hirafu

- Intimate wooden izakaya that's worth the walk

- Specialises in yakitori and seafood

- Unique architecture with hanging wooden ceiling

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Since 2009 - renowned for seafood excellence

- Take-out Sushi and Seafood Platters as well as Sake and Wine

- From 5pm no longer a restaurant, no dine-in options.

Yotei-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Higher end omakase-style sushi and crab restaurant

- Bookings essential!

Niseko Town, above the 7-11

- Reasonably prices sushi sets

- Seafood sourced from nearby Suttsu

- Lunch set is highly recommended!

Niseko Town

- Omakase-style sushi and kaiseki restaurant

- Highly recommended - bookings essential!

- Friendly staff with excellent service

Yotei-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Crab-themed seafood restaurant

- Try some of Japan's best crab in different preparation styles and premium sake

-Convenient location in the centre of the village

Located in Odin Place, Hirafu Intersection

- High-end omakase style sushi restaurant

- Great location at Hirafu Intersection

- Watch the delicate preparation by expert sushi chefs right in front of you

Hirafu-zaka, below Hirafu188

- Classic ramen restaurant with lots of variety

- Very popular for lunch, get in early!

- No reservation system, so prepare to wait during busy periods

Annupuri, just up from Route 66 intersection

- Artisan soba restaurant with noodle made in-house

- You can watch the soba master make the noodles as you eat

- Known for its delicious warm duck soba

Midtown Niseko area, across from 7-11

- Wooden soba and tempura house with forest views

- Affordable pricing

- Sip soba tea and enjoy warm or cold soba with fresh tempura as a side

Midtown Niseko area, inside MyEco Lodge

- Newly opened ramen restaurant inside MyEco Lodge

- Serving traditional Japanese style and Chinese-fusion style ramen

Midtown Niseko area

- Traditional Japanese udon restaurant

- Warm and bukkake-styles are available as well as tempura

Base of Mt Yotei

- Traditional family-run udon restaurant at the base of Mt Yotei

- Requires driving, but is a local's favourite

- Warm and bukkake-styles are available as well as tempura

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- No frills yakiniku restaurant

- All-you-can-eat option available

- Very affordable

Annupuri, just up from Route 66 intersection

- Artisan soba restaurant with noodle made in-house

- You can watch the soba master make the noodles as you eat

- Known for its delicious warm duck soba

Midtown Niseko area, across from 7-11

- Wooden soba and tempura house with forest views

- Affordable pricing

- Sip soba tea and enjoy warm or cold soba with fresh tempura as a side

Izumikyo area

- Warm hotpot restaurant specialising in sukiyaki and shabu shabu

- Pickup and dropoff service available

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- High end hotpot with wagyu beef and premium seafood shabu shabu available

- Modern interiors and good service in a convenient location

Annupuri, at the Route 66 intersection

- Quaint triangle-shaped building serving seafood and wagyu hotpot

- Extensive sake collection to pair with the meal

- Sashimi available, sourced from Hokkaido

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Authentic indian cuisine including curry, naan, samosas, biryani etc plus full bar

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Hole-in-the-wall Thai cuisine for eat in and take out

Annupuri, at Route 66 intersection

- High end Chinese and Szechuan course meals

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

- High end Chinese and Szechuan cuisine

2 locations: Kutchan Town (Takasago), Annupuri

- Indian curry and naan plus other favourites like biryani, lassi and shish kebab

Kutchan Town, 1 Chome-13-7 Kita 1 Jonishi

- Korean BBQ, liquor, fried chicken and classic dishes

Middle Hirafu, inside Chatrium Niseko

- Michelin starred Japanese fusion restaurant

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

- French fusion restaurant in the Park Hyatt

Kabayama, south of Hirafu village

- French inspired restaurant plus a variety of Lupicia teas and occasional live music

Iwaobetsu, past Hanazono on Route 58

- Chef's table experience in a remote art gallery

Makkari Village

- French fusion restaurant in Makkari, ~20min from the Niseko resort area

Kabayama, by the Shiribetsu River

- French restaurant inspired by local produce in a secluded location

- Gourmet grill with many meats to choose from

- Family friendly burger restaurant with other cafe favourites and baked goods

- Western restaurant with burgers, steak, pizza etc

- Gourmet grill with various meats and seafood, including Kobe beef

- Low key burger and shake cafe with reasonable prices and a kid's play area

- American style burger and wings restaurant that doubles as a bar

Hirafu Intersection

- A Niseko icon - Neopolitan style pizzas, pasta and Italian favourites in a central location. Eat-in, takeout and delivery available.

Izumikyo area, behind Tsubara Tsubara

- Locally sourced meats and seafoods prepared lovingly in an Italian-grill style

- Traditional fondue and bar in a stylish, central location

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

- Northern Italian classics using fine local ingredients and fresh herbs.

Lower Hirafu, next to Aspect

- Fondue in a Swiss style lodge

Sasayaki-zaka, Upper Hirafu

- American-style pizzas available for take out or eat-in at their sports bar

Hirafu Intersection, inside Niseko Physio

- Cuban sandwiches and delicious coffee

Kutchan Town, 1 Chome-8ｰ2 Kita 1 Jonishi

- South American churrasco grill and steakhouse, plus other favourites like paella

Kutchan Town, across from the station

- Burger restaurant that also offers tacos, empanadas and nachos

Higashiyama, next to Milk Kobo

- Vegetarian buffet using local ingredients from Takahashi Farm

- Vegans should read ingredient list for each dish, and veg/vegan guests can omit the meat entree upon request

Kimobetsu Town, 332-3 Fushimi

- Inventive vegetarian and vegan dishes using handmade tempeh made in-house

- Driving required

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Authentic indian cuisine including curry, naan, samosas, biryani etc plus full bar

- Almost every dish can be made vegetarian or vegan

Kutchan Town, 1-19 Kita 1jo Nishi

- Delicious coffee and healthy lunch/brunch dishes with local ingredients

- Chickpea curry is a must-try!

Niseko Town, 77-16 Motomachi

- Acai bowls, vegan baked goods, artisan coffee and vegan friendly lunch options

Kutchan Town, 30-1 Iwaobetsu

- Sandwich shop with fresh bread and signature vegetarian sandwich

- Build-your-own sandwich also available for veg/vegan guests

Hirafu Intersection Food Truck Ground

- Indian favourites including curry, naan, biryani and shish kebab

Hirafu Intersection Food Truck Ground

- Classic British Fish n Chips made with Hokkaido seafood

Hirafu Intersection Food Truck Ground

- Enormous hot sandwiches with a variety of fillings - a local's favourite!

Next to Ski Japan Office, Middle Hirafu

- Kebabs and HSPs with its own rotisserie carving station

Hirafu Intersection Food Truck Ground

- Quality roll pizza for an on-the-go meals

Hirafu Intersection Food Truck Ground

- Traditional burgers with a Japanese twist

Middle Hirafu, inside Chatrium Niseko

- Niseko's favourite cafe with breakfast, lunch, quality coffee and plentiful seating

Hirafu-zaka, in front of Hirafu188

- Stylish coffee stand serving fresh coffee in a convenient location

Hirafu, next to the Hirafu Welcome Center

- Easy pit stop coffee stand with friendly staff

Kutchan Town, 3 Chome-10 Kita 1 Jonishi

- Organic and locally-run cafe with artisan coffee that's roasted in-house and baked goods

Kabayama, just south of Hirafu village

- Relaxing cafe above the Gentemstick showroom with healthy food options and a variety of coffee blends

Higashiyama, onsite at SnowDog Village

- Quirky coffee and sandwich shop that's run out of a shipping container

Hirafu Intersection, inside Odin Place

- Cafe and bakery that's perfect to visit before hitting the slopes

Midtown Niseko Area, across from 7-11

- Japanese bakery with fresh bread, pastries, sandwiches and daily lunch specials

Midtown Niseko area, next to 7-11

- Italian restaurant and patisserie

- Their large cakes are perfect for celebrations, or the petit gateaux are wonderful for dessert

Izumikyo, next to Tsubara Tsubara

- German style bakery and sandwich shop with a variety of cakes

Higashiyama, just above the 343 intersection

- Iconic Niseko dairy shop that sells ice cream, cream puffs, Hokkaido cheese tarts and more made from in-house milk

Kabayama, across from Gentemstick

- Matcha (green tea) cafe that serves quality dessert, tea and coffee in a calming wooden atmosphere

Hanazono Resort: base of Hana #1 Lift

- Ski resort favourites, plus a bar and cafe

Hanazono Resort: base of Hana #1 Lift

- Coffee and hot drinks for on-the-go

Inside Hanazono308 at the entance of Hanazono Resort

- Coffee, alcohol and baked goods, perfect for when you're waiting for lessons or watching the kids play in Galaxy of Kidz

Grand Hirafu Resort, above Holiday Pair Lift #1

- On-mountain Japanese fare, ski in/out only

- Ramen, udon, curry etc

Grand Hirafu Resort, at the top of Ace Quad Lift #2 Center 4

- On-mountain Japanese fare, ski in/out only

- Ramen, curry, beer etc

Grand Hirafu Resort, between top Gondola station and bottom of King Hooded Quad Lift #3

- On-mountain Japanese fare, ski in/out only

- Ramen, curry, ice cream, beer etc

Grand Hirafu Resort, at the top of Ace Pair Lift #3

- On-mountain Japanese fare and sake, hot drinks, ski in/out only

- Fireplace and warm staff make it a great place to take a break from the cold

Grand Hirafu Resort, at the bottom Gondola station / Mountain Center

- Japanese fare and burgers at the base of the Gondola

- Great views of Mt Yotei

Grand Hirafu Resort, at the bottom of Ace Quad Lift #2 Center 4

- Coffee baked goods at .Base

- Perfect for a quick break or while you wait for friends

Niseko Village Resort, top of County Road Chair

- Stylish wood cabin serving food and coffee in Niseko Village Resort

- Views of Mt Yotei while you relax

- Ski in/out only

Annupuri Resort, below Jumbo Hooded Quad Lift #1

- Coffee, warm drinks and baked goods inside a cosy mountain hut

- Ski in/out only

Base of Annupuri Resort

- Japanese resort fare

- Ramen, donburi, curry etc

Base of Annupuri Resort

- Japanese resort fare

- Ramen, curry etc

Yotei-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Upscale cocktail bar with a fridge for a door: a legend in Niseko

- Bookings essential!

Upper Hirafu, inside Hirafutei Prince Hotel

- Cocktail bar with expert mixologist

- Great service

Hirafu Intersection, inside Odin Place

- French cocktail and tapas bar with DJs

Upper Hirafu, next to Lava Lounge

- Classic alpine apres bar with DJs, darts and pool

Middle Hirafu, across from Seicomart

- Japanese izakaya and bar with DJs and a dancefloor

Momiji-zaka, underneath Bombay Sizzlers

- Hole-in-the-wall with signature drinks and local vibe

Momiji-zaka, Middle Hirafu

- Ski resort themed bar with DJs and multi-level seating

Momiji-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Live music bar with Aussie-style pub food, open mics and trivia nights

Momiji-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Dinner and cocktail bar with unique architecture and friendly staff

Higashiyama, across from Milk Kobo

- Japanese branch of famous L.A. bar with multiple beers on tap

Sakura-zaka, Lower Hirafu

- Japanese ramen bar with darts and pool (smoking allowed inside)

Hirafu Intersection, inside Odin Place

- Craft beer bar with intimate feel and rotisserie chicken