Shinka Niseko: A Luxury Alpine Apartment Development in the Heart of Hirafu

Shinka Niseko is a new development located in the heart of Hirafu, blending a tasteful, luxury aesthetic with an eye to a high level of functionality. The net effect is the provision of an exceptional alpine living experience to its guests and thus a well-positioned asset to its new owner. The project emerged as a collaboration between renowned architect, Katsuya Matsunaga, and interior designer Ryo Miyagaki, with additional touches provided by expert property management firm SkiJapan.com, rounding off the creation of a beautiful building.

Shinka Niseko comprises a total of 14 units, inclusive of a 167m2 three-bedroom penthouse where no luxury has been spared, as well as a 94m2 penthouse with a similar layout and furnishings. The building also includes four two-bedroom units coming in at 57m2, and eight dual-key studio units of 29m2 each. The building is completely air conditioned. The building has been operating since 2023 with designer furnishings provided by such brands as Gervasoni, Calligaris, Asplund, Arflex and BoConcept. High-end light fixtures by Bocci and Dareels, as well as designer-grade bathroom fittings, bring the accommodation’s broad-panked wood and grey travertine floors to life. The stainless steel kitchen appliances are all imported and most often over-sized, inclusive of independently chilled wine racks in some of the larger units. The building includes a sizable garage with parking for 8 cars and dedicated owner’s storage and ski lockers. A large retail space is currently operated by a HK restaurant group on a 3+3 lease.

Shinka Niseko presents as an opportunity for a discerning investor to acquire a hotel-grade property located in the heart of Hirafu, one fully prepared to open its doors to its guests immediately. Shinka returns are set to grow strongly over the coming seasons as occupancy grows and the cost of building steadily increases.