Niseko: Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO, part of Okura Nikko Hotels’ Nikko Style lifestyle-hotel brand, has been named the ‘World’s Best New Ski Hotel’ at the World Ski Awards 2025, a prestigious global initiative recognizing excellence in the ski tourism industry. Its General Manager, Tomoyuki Yamanobe, expressed great honor in receiving the award, highlighting the special timing as the hotel approaches its first anniversary.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Yamanobe stated that this recognition is an exceptionally proud moment for the hotel. He emphasized that the award, determined by votes from both professionals in the ski industry and valued guests, reflects the appreciation of Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO as a desirable destination that people will want to visit again.

The World Ski Awards are notable for their credibility, with winners in each category determined by votes from ski professionals, skiers worldwide, and the general public. The competition featured five newly opened hotels across Austria, France, Slovakia, Italy, and Japan, with Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO emerging as the winner after six months of voting.

Nikko Style Niseko HANAZONO offers guests unforgettable stays amid Niseko’s world-renowned powder snow, combining luxury, comfort, and the natural beauty of the region throughout the seasons. Opened in December 2024, it is the second hotel in Japan under the Nikko Style brand. The hotel embodies the motto ‘Your Stay, Your Style’, delivering a range of experiences that engage all five senses, allowing guests to enjoy their visit with complete freedom and personal choice.