HMI House – A Luxurious Contemporary Alpine Retreat in Niseko Annupuri
Nestled at the foot of Mt. Annupuri amidst a serene forest of silver birch, maple, larch, and oak, this contemporary alpine villa offers refined living close to all of Niseko’s most prestigious locations. Designed to embrace all four seasons, the home captures beautiful eastern views toward the iconic Mt. Yotei while seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor living spaces.
The architectural concept is thoughtfully crafted to harness the beauty of its surroundings. The villa’s transparent living and dining pavilion extends into the forest, blurring the boundary between interior and nature. Expansive glazing floods the home with natural light while framing uninterrupted woodland views. A quiet second-floor family room overlooks the surrounding autumn foliage, creating a peaceful retreat elevated above the landscape.
The residence offers a total interior floor area of 295.5 sqm. The first floor (188m²) features an expansive open-plan living and dining area, a modern designer kitchen, a large veranda extending into the forest, a guest bedroom, a secondary master bedroom, a dedicated ski room and laundry, a private garage, and a grand entrance foyer. The main living pavilion flows directly onto the veranda, creating a space immersed in nature. The second floor (107.5m²) includes the main master suite, two additional bedrooms, a family room retreat, and an optional private terrace, all designed around privacy and views oriented toward Mt. Yotei and the surrounding forest garden. Additional features include a 103m² veranda and 111m² of optional terrace space, an optional deck & fire pit, and a generous 2,403 sqm land plot.
Property features include a dry room, stunning forest and Mt. Yotei views, a fully furnished interior, a garage, a garden, a quiet location, a dedicated ski room, and a water connection.
Perfectly positioned in Niseko Annupuri, the villa offers proximity to world-renowned ski resorts and amenities: Annupuri Ski Area is just 3 minutes away, Moiwa Ski Area is 3 minutes, Higashiyama is 5 minutes, Niseko Town is 8 minutes, Hirafu is 10 minutes, Hanazono is 20 minutes, and Kutchan is 20 minutes. Nearby facilities include the Annupuri Gondola, Hilton Niseko Village, The Ritz-Carlton, Niseko Grand Hotel, Milk Kobo, and multiple restaurants and cafés. This is a four-season residence designed for refined alpine living – offering ski-in proximity in winter, vibrant greenery in summer, golden foliage in autumn, and tranquil snow-covered forest views in winter.
The area is renowned for its exceptional powder snow and is part of the Niseko United ski area, one of Japan's top winter sports destinations. A major landmark is the majestic and perfectly symmetrical Mount Yotei, often called "Ezo Fuji" for its resemblance to Mount Fuji, which dominates the skyline and provides a breathtaking backdrop for the region.
