RUSUTSU EXPERIENCES
Spend the perfect day of JAPOW—the powder snow that's become the envy of the world.
At RUSUTSU, you can have an up-close experience with the awe-inspiring Mt. Yotei (known as the Mt. Fuji of Ezo). There are three peaks with a total skiing distance of 42 km.
With your family and friends in tow, go all out as if you own the entire mountain.
A one-of-a-kind sense of freedom and immersion.
Here are two stay plans for winter at
NOT A HOTEL RUSUTSU.
Plan 1
A day to fully enjoy the slopes
AM 6:00
As dawn breaks, head to the slopes, enveloped in silence.
Start your day with an exhilarating run, carving the first tracks in pristine fresh snow, as you choose the perfect course based on the day's conditions and the quality of the snow.
AM 9:00
Enjoy the truly breathtaking landscape available only on winter mornings: the endless sky, the blurred morning glow, Mt. Yotei illuminated by the rising sun, diamond dust dancing in the air. Then take the opportunity to glide through the finest powder snow.
Access Mt. Isola by helicopter and enjoy first tracks in fresh powder at around 1,000 meters.
PM 12:00
After a ski run, return to your mountaintop villa and enjoy a special lunch prepared by a private chef in the dining room, with the towering Mt. Yotei as the backdrop.
Each dish—from Rusutsu Kogen pork soup curry to cheese gratin made with cheese from the Niseko Cheese Factory—showcases the rich bounty of Hokkaidō.
PM 2:00
After skiing and great food, it's time for relaxation. Surrender yourself to the infinity bath of natural hot springs, gazing at the sky and mountains. Enjoy the luxurious experience of gazing at Mt. Yotei from the bathtub, and let your tired body be soothed.
PM 4:00
While still feeling the afterglow of the hot springs, finish off with a special recovery treatment. A top-class therapist, trusted by VIPs and professional athletes, will provide body conditioning to relax your exhausted body, ensuring you're in peak condition for the slopes the next morning.
PM 7:30
To conclude a fulfilling day, enjoy a premium dinner prepared by our private chef. Savor a relaxing evening with a course meal that brings out the full potential of carefully selected seasonal ingredients.
Plan 2
Outdoor activities in the snow with the whole family
The morning begins with a direct departure from the villa to the slopes
Step outside in the morning to find pristine powder snow blanketing the entire landscape. Before the slopes open to the public, they become a private playground where your family can ski freely.
A snowmobile adventure just for the family
Our destination is a secret, breathtaking scenic spot that is normally inaccessible. Reaching this location by snowmobile, we are greeted by an almost mesmerizing stillness and a 360-degree panoramic view of a snow-covered wonderland.
Original kids program by dedicated instructors
Our original kids' program features dedicated instructors who work closely with each child to help them discover the joys of snow.
Even young children who can't yet ski can enjoy a variety of activities that allow them to experience discovery and joy while interacting with the snow.
Snow activities include building igloos and snow castles.
A luxurious winter-only playground where your children's imagination runs free. Enjoy time spent playing in the snow together, just your family on the private grounds.
Professional, one-on-one lessons.
Whether your child is new to skiing or working toward improvement, experienced professional coaches deliver lessons tailored to each family member's level.
An authentic kids' snowmobile experience made possible in a private area.
Explore Rusutsu's deep nature—normally off-limits—by snowmobile. An exhilarating adventure for kids and adults alike, only possible here.
A craft workshop using natural materials from Hokkaidō.
Between moments on the snow, enjoy craft time inside your villa. Working with natural materials from Hokkaidō adds another layer to your family memories.
A sky full of stars viewed from an altitude of 715m
From an altitude of 715 meters, the stars spread across the entire sky like a planetarium—so close it seems like you can almost touch them. It will surely be an unforgettable night that stimulates your child's intellectual curiosity and senses.
Celebrate a special family day with private fireworks
For your child's birthday or other major celebrations, enjoy a private fireworks display from a prime location on the mountaintop. The magnificent bursts of fireworks raining down from the sky will vividly color your family time and create a memorable scene etched in your heart.
In a space overlooking Mt. Yotei,
enjoy the bounty of Hokkaidō to the fullest.
From the choice between Japanese or Western breakfast to hot pot, BBQ, and special courses prepared by our private chef. A variety of dishes inspired by the natural beauty of the region.
We use rare ingredients from Hokkaidō, carefully selected according to the season. Please enjoy them according to your mood and how you plan to spend the day.
Carefully selected rare Hokkaidō ingredients, including Rebun Island sea urchin, seafood, Shiraoi beef, and Hokkaidō game.
A seasonal lineup of ingredients that changes with each passing season.
A one-of-a-kind dining space designed by Snøhetta, with large windows overlooking Mt. Yotei.
Fully customized service from breakfast through lunch and dinner, tailored to each guest's pace.
NOT A HOTEL RUSUTSU is situated within Rusutsu Resort, an all-season resort boasting Hokkaidō's largest number of ski courses, total skiable distance, and transport capacity. It features three peaks—West Mt. (715m), East Mt. (868m), and Mt. Isola (994m)—and boasts 37 diverse courses totaling 42km. Having won the prestigious World Ski Awards six times (the most for any Japanese ski resort), it attracts skiers and snowboarders from both Japan and abroad as a place to enjoy JAPOW, considered one of the world's best kinds of snow.