Hoshino Resorts OMO7 Asahikawa, one branch of Hoshino Resorts’ hotels for tourists opened rebranded and reopend from Asahikawa Grand Hotel on April 28. ‘OMO’ is one of four brands developed by Hoshino Resorts, the other three being ‘Hoshinoya,’ ‘KAI’ and ‘Risonare.’ At OMO, they focus on tourism.

 

OMO7 Asahikawa is within 500 steps from the best location for the city’s tourism where backstreets littered with the feeling of old-fashioned Japan sit. The facility maintains the excitement of trips by focusing on accessibility for tourists and being within public spaces.

 

Go-KINJO, a service aimed at curious city sightseers, have staff that support guests’ entire trip by helping them discover new things in the city and ensuring they make the best of their time. They offer a map of the neighborhood, have a team of OMO rangers that know all there is to know about the neighborhood, offer a guide course for searching for recommended places, and local workshops.

 

Additionally, the OMO Base is a public space that ties together travelers with locals, packed with numerous fun activities for walking around the town. The décor takes on the image of a Hokkaido forest and uses furniture from Asahikawa which can be said to be the best furniture made in Japan. The attic-like rooms have a ‘book tunnel’ that collects documents which have a connection to Hokkaido and Asahikawa. There’s also the OMO Café & Bar where one can enjoy the transition from morning to day and night.

The DANRAN Room is a fun and compact guest room introduced with the rebranding where everybody can sit together around the table and plan their activities for their day on their trip. The tabletops come in a green colour inspired by fresh lawns.

 

How about staying at OMO7 Asahikawa during your trip to Hokkaido?

 

 

Hokkaido's luxury hotel resort Hoshino Resorts Tomamu is home to the Unkai Terrace where guests can witness the gorgeous 'sea of clouds.' The establishment has just added a new observation spot to gaze over the white landscape - Cloud Beds.   The resort has a project called Cloud9 which offers new and exciting ways to enjoy the Unkai Terrace by adding different observation spots. The Cloud Beds are the 5th instalment. 1,089 guests showed up to the Unkai Terrace during this new spot's first introduction on August 28 where they viewed the clouds while sat on cushions designed to look like cloud seeds. As its name suggests, the Cloud9 project was set up to make guests really feel like they are on cloud nine - not just figuratively, but literally on top of a cloud. In front of the Cloud Beds are four further observation spots to enjoy such as the Cloud Walk which lets you feel like you're actually walking across the clouds. The Cloud Bed observation area is 15 meters long, with each cloud seed cushion spanning 40-60cm. The cushions are coated in urethane foam developed by furniture brand sixinch and are also water resistant making them perfect for the outdoors. While you're there, you're free to walk and sit as you please as you soak up the panoramic sight before you. The next instalment to look forward to from Cloud9 is the Cloud Bar arriving in autumn 2018.   Feel on top of the world atop the clouds for yourself at the Unkai Terrace.    

Wintertime in Hokkaido means winter sports, like skiing and snowboarding. Every year, people from around Japan and overseas roll up to one of Hokkaido's many popular snowy ski resorts, such as Niseko, Tomamu and Rusutsu.  

Len S.さん(@lensak)がシェアした投稿 - 2017年 5月月1日午後8時04分PDT

Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu Niseko Grand Hirafu is Japan's largest winter resort, covering a huge area with an enormous amount of powder snow. It is the biggest of the four ski resorts in the Niseko area and boasts some of the largest quantity of powder snow around the world, gaining huge popularity from skiers overseas. There are 30 courses to pick from in addition to 15 lifts and 2 ski centers which are decked out in the latest facilities. Everything accommodates skiers of all levels from beginner to professionals. Enjoy gazing at Mount Yotei―one of the 100 famous mountains of Japan―while having the best snow experience you could imagine.      

S.⍩⃝⃜✳︎さん(@nnnnn.nnn.nn)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年 2月月16日午前5時25分PST

Rusutsu Resort Rusutsu Resort is a gigantic ski resort formed around Isola Mountain, the East Mountain and the West Mountain. Guests can enjoy plenty of space to ski in a magnificent location. There are 37 courses spanning 42km. Beginners can feel at ease at the wide open snow barn while intermedite and advance skiers can go straight for the freedom park or even the side country park which takes advantage of the natural shape of the mountain. There's even sled dogs, ski mobiles, ice fishing and more. If you're looking for lots of activities then Rusutsu Resort is the place to go.      

Snya Mtaniさん(@mii._.iick)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年 2月月27日午後1時28分PST

Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area This is the best ski resort in the Nisekoi area for beginners and families. There are 13 courses catered towards beginners that are spacious, simple and not scary. We recommend the Long Cruise when the weather's nice which stretches 4,000 meters! After skiing you can enjoy a nice hot soak in the natural hot springs or open air baths to warm up!      

池端 清美さん(@kiyomi.ikehata)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年 4月月13日午後8時52分PDT

Sapporo Teine Sapporo Teine hosted several events for the 1972 Winter Olympics. The ski resort is located on Mt. Teine elevated 1,023m. It's split into the upper Highland Zone and middle Olympia Zone with 15 courses to choose from which people of all ages can enjoy, including kids and adults alike. From the top of the mountain you can catch sight of the Sapporo towns and Ishikari Bay. It's easily accessible by car just 40-minutes from central Sapporo.      

chikanori uriyaさん(@uriuri72)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年 4月月12日午前3時55分PDT

Kiroro Resort Kiroro claims to have the snowiest winter valleys on earth and boasts an abundance of powder snow with a 5m depth at the top of the mountain. This dreamlike world of silvery snow has 21 varied courses for beginners to expwerts. Beginners can choose from 3 different 2km beginner courses. There's also a ski school for children from the age of 3 where they can learn the ins and outs of skiing. There's also hot springs, a pool and more to enjoy in addition to skiing. There's also an indoor entertainment facility which can be taken advantage of during in all weathers.      

K.Ayaさん(@k.aya05)がシェアした投稿 - 2017年12月月16日午後8時25分PST

Hoshino Resorts Tomamu Hoshino Resort Tomamu has a total of 29 courses for beginners to experts, with each course balanced perfectly for every skill level. It is the only ski resort in Hokkaido that has individual lanes for each level where you can enjoy safe and fun slope skiing. There's also a 4,020m snow cart course―the longest in Japan―as well as lots of activities to pick from like snowmobiling, snow rafting, sledding night snow cruises and more. The resort is easily accessible from New Chitose Airport, Asahikawa Airport and Tokachi–Obihiro Airport too, making it a great choice when planning your trip.       Did you enjoy this list? Be sure you get the full Hokkaido experience by getting involved with the winter sports!