Zaborin Ryokan

Zaborin Ryokan is situated in a secluded Hanazono wooded area surrounded by natural beauty and conveniently located 22 km (14 miles) from the Niseko Annupuri International Ski Area. This boutique ryokan offers 15 spacious individual suites all with private indoor and open-air onsens and balconies, each designed in either Japanese-style with tatami mat flooring and futon bedding or Western-style configuration and bedding. For dining Zaborin offers their award-winning signature “Kita kaiseki” menu bringing a northern interpretation to the art of Japanese fine dining offered in their main dining room and private dining room, Irori. The highlight of this ryokan are its onsens sourced by volcanic spring water 1 km below the surface which arrives at the perfect temperature and has been tested for quality and awarded the top 10% in the country.

Why We Love This Hotel

Ryokan Refinery: Japanese “ryokan” inns represent the oldest style of hotels still in use today. Refined and luxurious to a virtually unparalleled degree, Zaborin demonstrates clearly why they have survived the test of time.

Total Relaxation: With its serene natural surroundings and each room having its own private indoor and open-air onsen, there’s no reason not to feel completely relaxed here.

Cuisine: The resort’s “seed to plate” philosophy and award winning “Kita kaiseki” menu engender a truly unique and delicious culinary experience.

Destination: Niseko, Japan
Hotel Type: Boutique
Location Type: Urban Retreat

Amenities

Bar/pub
Boutiques
Games Room
Library
Restaurant
Smoking Area

Zaborin Ryokan offers 15 spacious individual suites all with private indoor and open-air onsens and balconies, each designed in either Japanese-style with tatami mat flooring and futon bedding or Western-style configuration and bedding.

Washitsu

Washitsu spacious (70-80 sqm (753 – 861 sqft) suites allow guests to have an authentic ryokan experience with luxury. Each suite is furnished in Japanese style with tatami mats in the bedroom with thick modern futon bedding, and with modern amenities and mini bar in its living area. A highlight is its own private indoor and open-air hot spring baths with unobstructed viewing of the surrounding white birch woods, it affords a peaceful retreat all year round.

Yoshitsu

Yoshitsu spacious (70-80 sqm (753 – 861 sqft) suites feature Western style bedrooms, bathroom, and large living areas with modern amenities and minibar. The Western style configuration is perfect for guests who prefer to sleep on a bed with the choice of an additional extra soft mattress top and choice of pillows. A highlight is its own private indoor and open-air hot spring baths with unobstructed viewing of the surrounding white birch woods, it affords a peaceful retreat all year round.

Zaborin Ryokan offers facilities for guests to relax and enjoy their stay in a serene environment, such as a large open lounging space with floor to ceiling windows viewing the surrounding nature, a library for the bibliophile, and a massage room for relaxation and pampering.

The Library

Ranging from Japanese classics in English, to European favorites in Japanese, to poetry and books on nature, The Library is a place to discover a gem of literature. Guests can also find complimentary eclectic films and board games for their viewing and playing pleasure.

The Living Room

The Living Room is a place to gather and relax. With floor to ceiling windows and views to Mount Yotei and their modest lake, the world of nature becomes a living cinema. The pivot point of the Living Room is a cozy double-sided open fireplace.

The Massage Room

For guests who would like to arrange a massage therapist to visit the ryokan, the staff are able to assist with an advance booking and The Massage Room provides a double room equipped with 2 massage beds, towels, and privacy.

Zamborin offers 4 venues for dining and beverages. The Dining Room offers an award winning “Kita kaiseki” menu, while Irori offers a private space (requiring booking) to dine and reflect. Chanoza offers a chance to experience Japanese teas while The Bar offers a long table style sitting before a floor-to-ceiling window for sipping local whiskies and taking in the scene.

Chanoza

Literally “tea’s seat”, the Chanoza is normally a formal tea room. Guests are welcome to take a seat and participate the meditative quality of a beautifully brewed cup of Japanese matcha.

Irori

Originally used for cooking and heating, the Japanese sunken hearth, the Irori, is the heart of the home. At Zaborin this is reimagined not only as the physical center of the ryokan but also enclosed in a separate space away from the views to re-focus internally. Pre-booking for a robatayaki dinner is available upon request.

The Bar

The Bar is made of one solid piece of wood and facing the majestic ‘Fuji of the North’, Yotei san. Here you can sample the local whiskies, and soak in the incredible view.

The Dining Room

Zaborin’s ryokan experience includes the award-winning cuisine of Yoshihiro Seno’s interpretation of their signature “Kita kaiseki”. Enjoy the multicourse omakase menu in the pockets of privacy of their secluded dining room.

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With Remote Lands you'll travel with people who have made Asia the solitary focus of their own lifelong adventure. As our guest, in the continent that our north American founders Catherine and Jay have adored and explored for decades, you'll discover Asia on a journey that is completely, authentically your own, adapted from our own remarkable experiences and adventures over the years.

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