Hurry Slowly, located in lower Hirafu Village (Photo: Hurry Slowly)

Hurry Slowly Condominiums

A Relaxing Stay in Hirafu

Hurry Slowly, located in lower Hirafu Village (Photo: Hurry Slowly)
Chris Barnes   - 3 min read

Hurry Slowly Condominiums are located in Hirafu Village in the popular ski resort region of Niseko. The family run business has operated in Hirafu Village for 20 years and is a great option if you are looking for an authentic Japanese experience in a largely western influenced village. Inside Hurry Slowly is the very popular Restaurant Yo, which is considered one of the best Japanese restaurants in the village.

The accommodation features four single bedroom condominiums and three larger three bedroom condominiums. The single bedroom condos feature two floors, with the first floor containing a large well equipped kitchen, an entertainment room, English satellite TV, coffee table and large projector television. The bathrooms contain bath and shower facilities, washlet toilets and washing machines. One cool feature of the single bedroom condos is the projector television which can be watched from the bath through the transparent screen.

The upstairs bedroom is a Japanese style tatami matted floor with nice and thick futons. The single bedroom condos are equipped with high speed WiFi & LAN, feature full wooden floor boarding and large ski locker storage. The three bedroom condos feature a beautiful kitchen and entertainment area large enough to accommodate a large family or group. The bedrooms feature western style bedding and large bathrooms complete with washing facilities. The units are equipped with LAN internet connection and also feature a balcony spa bath which is fantastic after a big day on the ski slopes.

The staff at Hurry Slowly can arrange free pickup from Kutchan Station, which is a 15 minute drive away. They can also arrange all lift passes and rental equipment for you, so you can hit the ski slopes as soon as possible. There is a mobile phone that can be rented along with a rental car that can be arranged if you would like to explore the greater Niseko region. One thing I like about Hurry Slowly is the authentic experience you get compared to many other pensions in the village. Hirafu Village is renowned to be largely western influenced and many of the accommodation establishments are in fact run by foreigners.

Whilst Hurry Slowly may not be as cut and polished as some of the foreign establishments, you're likely to have a more enjoyable and authentic experience thanks to its friendly owners. Another benefit of staying here is its location in lower Hirafu Village, away from the hustle and bustle of the ski resort yet only a one minute walk from the No. 7 stop of the Grand Hirafu Ski Shuttle Bus and is a two minute walk from the Yukoro Onsen. If you are after an authentic, relaxing experience in Hirafu, look no further than Hurry Slowly.

Chris Barnes

Chris Barnes @chris.barnes

A little while ago i began exploring the world. I started in Japan, and after 29 countries of amazing adventures, i find myself back in Japan fully absorbed in its culture, its people and its beauty.