| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥600 - ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 16:00 to late (winter) |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 0136-225-764 https://www.thebrickbarniseko.com/ |
| Notes | Seating 20 Beer & wine bar Group reservations available Sunday - Martini night Wednesday - Games night Happy Hour 16:00 - 18:00 |
| Location / Getting There | Located in central Niseko. 2 minute walk from main street. 170-273 Yamada, Kutchan-chō, Abuta-gun, Hokkaidō 044-0081 |
Welcome!
The Brick Bar is a cool bar located on Sakura-Zaka street, in the heart of Niseko. It is just a two minute walk down from the main street and can be found among the many hostels found in that area. The inside was designed by the Niseko Photography & Guiding team, which is a local business situated under the Brick Bar, on the ground floor. The illustrations are by French artist, Primat. It is here, in these great surroundings, that you can enjoy a beer, a fine wine, or a delicious cocktail. All served by the friendly and helpful staff.
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Try one of the delicious cocktails
The selection of wines, both red & white, range from ¥600 to ¥1100 a glass, and for a bottle, ¥2400 to ¥4500. If you are looking for something a little more celebratory, then the Brick Bar also has Prosecco, Brut, and Moet & Chandon champagnes. For a slightly stronger drink, look no further than the cocktail menu. Here, you can find some fantastic cocktails, some with a Japanese twist to them, which are a must try! Sapporo Classic is on tap, plus there are some Japanese bottled ales to swig on after a day on the slopes. Of course, don’t forget ‘Happy Hour’ has ¥400 beer and shots! Open until late, the Brick Bar is a cozy bar to enjoy a good night out!
| Admission | Free |
| Opening Hours | 9:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | Tuesdays |
| Contact | 014-275-3088 |
| Notes | Access from Smile Garden Cafe |
| Location / Getting There | Southern edge of Lake Toya. Located in central Toya Onsen district. 35-17 Tōyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Cadillac Fleetwood V12
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The 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
The car gallery is free to get in. Finding your way in may seem tricky as there is no obvious entrance. To actually get into the showroom you will need to enter the large white building next door, and head into the Smile Garden Cafe. The staff here will direct you to the entrance which is on the left hand side at the back. Once in, you are free to wander around and take a look at automobiles here. You can see a 1974 Morgan, a lovely 1972 Chevrolet Corvette, a 1965 Triumph TR series, a Porsche 356, the 1987 Ferrari Testarossa, and a 1961 Mercedes Benz to name a few.
| Peak Season (Total price) | ¥80,000 per night ¥500,000 per week |
| Shoulder Season (Total price) | ¥70,000 per night ¥450,000 per week |
| Low Season (Total price) | ¥60,000 per night ¥400,000 per week |
| Arrival | 11:00 check-out 15:00 check-in |
| Contact | 0136-46-2566 http://rusutsuholiday.com/ |
| Wi-fi | Yes |
| Restaurant | No restaurant, but kitchen for use |
| Parking | Yes |
| Notes | Japanese farm house chalet, 5 rooms up to 10 people Dining area, laundry, 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets Transport & concierge services available |
| Location | Located in Rusutsu. 10 minute drive from Rusutsu ski resort. 〒048-1712 Hokkaido, Rusutsu, Toyooka, 327-1, 虻田 |
One of the luxurious bedrooms
Just a ten minute drive from award winning Rusutsu Ski Resort, in the Niseko region, you can find Rusutsu Holiday Chalet. This boutique, Japanese farm house has been renovated into gorgeous chalet with breathtaking views of Mt. Yotei. The chalet has been lovingly restored in an authentic Japanese style with all the modern comforts that will make your stay a unique experience. There are five bedrooms, a fully appointed kitchen with complimentary tea and coffee, laundry, dining area, living room with TV & games for entertainment, a tatami room plus two bathrooms.
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Views to wake up to
What makes Rusutsu Holiday Chalet so special is the attention to detail. Every room has a distinct Japanese feel, through ornaments, layout and wall hangings. There are fantastic views of Mt. Yotei from two of the bedrooms and from the luxury of the bath, and distant night views of the ski fields in Niseko. Rusutsu Holiday Chalet is run by Julien & Yi-Ching. This super friendly couple will make your stay enjoyable, and with their vast knowledge of the local area, are happy to help with any needs you may have. With the ski fields in winter plus being near Lake Toya for the summer, Rusutsu Holiday is the perfect place to spend in privacy with family or friends, in comfort!
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | ¥1000 |
| Opening Hours | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Closed | Tuesdays |
| Contact | 0142-75-3077 |
| Notes | Restaurant & small goods store, seating 40, Wifi available, English menu with pictures |
| Location / Getting There | Southern edge of Lake Toya. Located in central Toya Onsen district. 35-17 Tōyakoonsen, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5721 |
Cheese curry lunch set
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Homely surroundings
The restaurant has pictures and has English translations making it easy to order your meal. The menu has mainly rice and pasta dishes such as delicious rice curries, chicken doria (a Japanese style casserole dish with cream sauce), pilafs, and pizzas. The lunch set menu has three options which comes with a drink, a salad, and a chocolate cake dessert! You can savor your meal in homely surroundings. You can also enjoy cakes and the tea & coffee menu. Smile Garden Cafe also has a small stand, selling homemade items that you can take a look at.
| Cost per night | ¥2000 large tent ¥700 small tent |
| Open | April - November |
| Closed | Winter |
| Contact | - |
| Notes | Lakeside campsite, Washing area, Toilets, Parking, Summer night time fireworks |
| Location / Getting There | Located on the northern side on Lake Toya. 2 hour drive from Sapporo 100 Tōyamachi, Toyako, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 049-5802 |
Wisteria orchard
The Ko Park Camping Ground can be found on the northern shores of Lake Toya. It a nice strip of grassland where you can pitch your tent, overlooking the placid water of the lake. By the campground there are sculptures, a wisteria orchard, a beach area, plus a small shrine, and a nice walking path around the grounds. It is also within a five minute walk to Ukimido Park. The campground is easily accessed via the road, and there is a parking lot right next the grounds.
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One of the artworks along the campground
The campground has toilet facilities and also a garbage disposal area to keep the area clean. Everyday, the ground staff (wearing orange jackets) will come around and charge the fee depending on your size of tent, so keep your wallet handy. When it comes to food, fires contained within a cooking stove is allowed. There is a convenience store about a ten minute walk away. Across from the campground is a Vietnamese restaurant (though often closed), and a Japanese izakaya, and also, down the road is Cafe Lake Toya. Last but not least, at 20:45 there is a fireworks display which can be seen on the other side of the lake. The fireworks display is held every night, except for winter.
| Pricing Guide (Avg. cost per person) | Lunch ¥2500 Dinner ¥6500 - ¥12000 |
| Opening Hours | Breakfast 6:00 - 10:00 (L0 9:30) Lunch 11:30 - 15:30 (LO 14:30) Dinner 17:30 - 20:30 (LO 20:30) Bar Time 20:30-23:00 (LO 22:30) |
| Closed | - |
| Contact | 011-251-6377 Reservations //www.tablecheck.com/shops/jrhotels-tower-skyj/reserve |
| Notes | French dining Seating 60, parking at JR Tower, English menu available, Non smoking Private rooms available, Bar area, Dinner reservations required |
| Location / Getting There | 3 minutes on foot from JR Sapporo Station East ticket gate and south exit 〒060-0005 Hokkaido, Sapporo, Chuo Ward, Kita 5 Jonishi, 2 Chome−5−番地 JRタワーホテル日航札幌 35F |
Botan Shrimp Tartare with Caviar
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Succulent Hokkaido beef fillet
| Chef's Special | ¥12,960 (including tax) 6 course meal with bread, plus tea & coffee |
| Seasons | ¥10,260 (including tax) 6 course meal with bread, plus tea & coffee |
| Creations | ¥6,500 (including tax) 6 course meal with bread, plus tea & coffee |
| Anniversary course | An additional ¥1500 on any of the 3 plans, includes an aperitif for toasting, a cake with message (12cm in diameter), commemorative photo, plus a free lunch coupon for one. |
| One & Only (for couples) | ¥ 7,407 for 2 people (including tax) Assorted plate or cake, 90 minute all you can drink service, commemorative photo |
| Night View Pair Plan (for couples) | ¥ 3,704 (including tax) Mini bottle of sparkling wine, a cake with message, commemorative photo |
| Second party Plan | ¥ 3,333 (including tax) Sparkling wine for a toast, assorted cheeses & hams, fruit, 90 minute all you can drink plan |
