Fairmont Hotels & Resorts will expand its presence in Japan with the opening of Fairmont Niseko, a 165-room luxury resort scheduled to welcome guests in early 2028.
Developed in partnership with J-Will Partners, the property will be set within 3.6 hectares of forest between Mount Yotei and Mount Annupuri, providing access to Niseko’s ski slopes, golf courses and outdoor attractions.
Facilities will include two restaurants, a spa and wellness centre, kids’ club and onsen.
Fairmont Niseko will become the brand’s second property in Japan, following the opening of Fairmont Tokyo in 2025.
The development comes as access to Niseko continues to improve. The planned extension of the Hokkaido Shinkansen, due for completion in 2038, will connect Kutchan Station with Sapporo Station in about 25 minutes. Growing international services at New Chitose Airport are also expected to support inbound tourism to the region.
Omer Acar, CEO, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, said: “Niseko’s international renown for its exceptional powder snow makes it one of the world’s premier luxury ski destinations, attracting enthusiasts from across the globe.
“Fairmont Niseko will be an exciting new landmark, marking our second property in Japan following the opening of Fairmont Tokyo last year.”
