Head to the cosy city of Hirafu
The mountains and hot springs provide a pleasant backdrop to your holiday home in Hirafu. This trendy and welcoming city is well known for its skiing, snowboarding and coffee shops. Rusutsu Resort and Lake Toya are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Hirafu
Are you looking for attractions to visit while you're in the area? You'll be sure to enjoy Hirafu for its skiing and snowboarding. Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Hirafu a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Rusutsu Resort (12.4 mi / 20 km)
- Niseko Mountain Resort Grand Hirafu (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Niseko Hanazono Resort (2.4 mi / 3.9 km)
- Annupuri (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area (3.1 mi / 5 km)
- Niseko Takahashi Dairy Farm (2 mi / 3.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Hirafu
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Hirafu. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Lake Toya (17.1 mi / 27.5 km)
- Mount Yotei (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- Yukichichibu Onsen (5.7 mi / 9.2 km)
- Fukidashi Park (8.1 mi / 13.1 km)
- Shikotsu-Toya National Park (29.5 mi / 47.4 km)
- Lake Hangetsu Nature Park (2.2 mi / 3.6 km)
Seasonal weather in Hirafu
Hirafu is well known for its skiing. To make the most of the cold weather activities, you might consider visiting in January, February, March or December, when snowfall averages 77 cm and temperatures average -4°C.
How to get to and around Hirafu
Fly into New Chitose Airport (CTS), the closest airport, located 49.5 mi (79.6 km) from the city centre.