DETAILS of Niseko’s first master-planned four-seasons resort at Hanazono have been released and a development application will be submitted to government shortly.

Hong Kong-based developer PCPD held a community consultation meeting in Kutchan on October 22 outlining plans for the resort.

Initial plans include

By Chris Lane
Izumikyo Company client advisor

IZUMIKYO Company has had a hand in the creation of the Niseko resort area since 1973. After successfully developing such integral sites as the Hirafu Middle Village, Izumikyo, St. Moritz and Country Resort, the pioneering developer is about to release what it calls its ‘newest

IN literal terms, Niseko’s developments may be built on concrete slabs. But metaphorically speaking, they’re sitting atop powder, passion and a unique ski lifestyle enjoyed by Hong Kong entrepreneurs.

With little fanfare, Hong Kong-based entrepreneurs have come to enjoy a prominent place among the developers working in

by Jason King
President of Hokkaido Real Estate.

From dinner parties in Hong Kong penthouses to lunch at the bistro in Thredbo, real estate and snow in Niseko are regular conversation topics. People’s ears prick up when they hear:

• “I’ve doubled my investment in 2 years”

By Prue Tilley
Marketing manager for Niseko Real Estate

Until recently, most of the local real estate focus has been on the small area of Hirafu. However, big plans are in the wings and many buyers are still unaware of the huge investment potential that lies in surrounding areas.

Individual investors and development

WHEN the history of Niseko is written, the latter half of 2007 will be seen as a major turning point in its transformation as a truly international winter resort.

In the run-up to the season this year, the judgement of the pioneer Australian developers has been well and truly vindicated, with significant international players