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RESORT GUIDERESORT GUIDEtours & activitiesshopping & retailMAPF7p47Black Diamond ToursMAPB4p46Japanese Cultural ToursMAPB3p46Boom SportsMAPB3p46CocoroyaUPPER HIRAFUCheck out Niseko's incredible backcountryor visit Rusutsu, SapporoKokusai or Teine Highland. We alsohave a range of backcountry toursto suit your lung capacity.www.blackdiamondtours.comHIRAFU-KUTCHANExperience Japan’s cultural heritagein Kutchan. Tea ceremony, iaido sworddemo, taiko drums, sake brewery tour,Japanese dinner. ¥3000/¥1500. DepartsSeicomart Hirafu, ends Kutchan.www.niseko.co.jp/platKUTCHANStocking a great variety of souvenirsand original Niseko limited editions.Ski and snowboard hire also availablefrom this season!www.boom-snow.comKUTCHANWe have kimono, antiques and handmade original Japanese goods. Wecan bring a range of goods to yourapartment to buy. Also try our origamilessons including green tea ¥3,500.www.cocoroya.jpNiseko's BackcountryPowder Specialists8am-8pm dailyLocated above Yuki BarAcross from Alpen Ridge090 2054 8687Experience Japan'scultural heritage3-7.30pmJan 10/Feb 3/Feb 15Bookings esssential0136 23 0222Snow goods and Nisekolimited souvenirs10am-7.30pmOpen daily0136 23 0011Great souvenirs for yourfriends and family10.30am-7.30pmOpen every day0136 23 0008MAPD1p47Niseko Foot ‘Body & Foot Treatment’MAPA2p47Niseko MassageMAPC1p47Fusion Sports ShopMAPF4p47Hana JizohUPPER HIRAFUVisit this popular relaxation salon andsample some of our many treatments.All different styles of massage areavailable for body and feet. 45 min, 60min and 90 minute courses.www.grand-hirafu.jp/nisekofootMIDDLE HIRAFUAustralian-trained massage therapists,specialising in oil massage for recoveryand relaxation. Early bird specialoffers discounted rates for massagesbefore 2pm. From ¥6,000 per hour.www.nisekomassage.comHIRAFU/HANAZONOGreat gear, good value, friendly staff.Fusion provides all your on mountainand après needs. Popular brandslike BURTON, OAKLEY, DAKINE, THENORTH FACE, VOLCOM and more.www.harmonyresorts.comIZUMIKYO 2Amazing sweet and savoury breadsand pastries from a friendly localfamily bakery. Must try! Get the freeHirafu Village shuttle to bus stop 27,near Unitas Log Village.Closest massage tothe Centre 4 Lift11am-10pmFree pick up available0136 22 1224Sports and relaxation massagein the middle of Hirafu8am-8pm dailyHome visits available0136 22 0399Gear for the ElementsHirafu 8am-9pmAt 2 Locations in Niseko Hanazono 8.30-5pmHirafu 0136 21 6633 / Hanazono 0136 23 0911Creative and deliciousbreads from local baker0136 23 0331MAPC1p47On-Snow Photography & Video ToursMAPA347Niseko Snowmobile AdventuresMAPE2p47Niseko 343MAPC1p47Niseko Four Seasons Photo GalleryUPPER HIRAFUFrom the deepest powder pics togroup tours and family shots – NisekoPhotography are the local professionals.Book a tour and capture yourpriceless holiday memories.www.nisekophotography.comLOWER HIRAFUBackcountry AdventuresTop MachinesQualified GuidesMAXIMUM FUN!!Based in Hangloose Lower Hirafuwww.go-nsa.comMIDDLE HIRAFUNISEKO weather demands specialequipment – “Niseko-grade” gear. Findit at Niseko 343. Providing snow gearand impeccable service since 1993.High-grade rentals and tune-ups.www.niseko343.comUPPER HIRAFUStunning prints and fine art canvasworks. Niseko Photography's gallery isa showcase of beautiful photographyfrom Niseko's stunning four seasons.BERG HOUSE Main Street, Hirafu.www.nisekophotography.comNiseko's ProfessionalPhotographers!Gallery: midday–8pmOn the mountain:All day, every day0136 22 5764Guided SnowmobileAdventures7 daysBookings essential090 9757 4083NISEKO+343 = 200% FUN8am-9pmOpen daily0136 23 0343Photo Gallery - fine artprints and souvenirsMidday-8pmOpen daily0136 22 5764MAPC1p47NISS International Snowsports SchoolMAPD3p47Shinsetsu Mountain GuidesMAPC2p47SakuraMAPE2p47ToyruHIRAFU/HANAZONONISS offers a comprehensive rangeof programs to accommodate everyguest’s needs and aspirations. Take advantageof Hanazono’s excellent new308 kids facility and group class sizes.www.harmonyresorts.comMIDDLE HIRAFUQualified guides, dedicated instructors,renowned service. Experience allthat Niseko has to offer with ShinsetsuMountain Guides and Ski School.www. smguides.netUPPER HIRAFUTucked in behind Paddy McGinty’s,Sakura offers a wide selection of giftsincluding kimonos, geisha hairpins,pottery, paintings, traditional woodenfurniture and more.www.sakura-niseko.comUPPER HIRAFUOur great line-up features Patagonia,GIRO, POC, SOREL, Vector Glide(skis from Japanese maker). We haveeverything you need for riding Niseko'spowder and a range of backcountry gear.www.toyru.comKids are our specialtyHirafu & Hanazono8.30am-4pmTicket Sales/Kids CentreHirafu & Hanazono0136 21 6688Experience all thatNiseko has to offerSmguides@gmail.com090 6214 1065Your one-stop Japanesesouvenir shop2-9pm daily in winter0136 21 7007Really close to theGondola station!!11am-8pmOpen daily0136 21 405542 powderlife ISSUE 19 december 12 – 25 2009 www.powderlife.com www.powderlife.com december 12-25 2009 ISSUE 19 powderlife 43