Zaborin Ryokan
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
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Bar/pub -
Boutiques
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Games Room
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Library
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Restaurant
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Smoking Area
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.
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.
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.
Exclusively Asia
With Remote Lands you'll travel with people who have made Asia the solitary focus of their own lifelong adventure. As our guest, you'll discover Asia on a journey that is completely, authentically your own, adapted from our own remarkable experiences and adventures over the years.
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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What Others Say
Here is a small selection of the kind words our clients have said about us recently.
Family from England
Your arrangements were absolutely impeccable - everything happened exactly as it was supposed to.
A couple from Florida - Aman Jet Expedition, Spring 2016
As the trip progressed strangers became friends. Particularly special was the effortlessness: perfect logistics, never having to worry about anything, and, of course, the charming and thoughtful way you organised everything.
