Half daySummer

Grand Hirafu's summer gondola, yuzu-salt ramen and an onsen

Take the ski gondola up the mountain in summer — there's a mountain-bike park too. Back down, the ramen everyone queues for, then an onsen in central Hirafu.

checked 2026-09-29

1
Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu
about 150 min
The ski area's summer operation: ride the gondola to walk up top, or try the downhill mountain-bike park. Check operating days on the official site.
2
AFURI ramen + dumpling Setsu Niseko
about 60 min
The Niseko outpost of Tokyo ramen shop AFURI, known for its yuzu-scented salt ramen. It's popular, so go a little outside peak times.
3
Sansui Niseko
about 60 min
An onsen in central Hirafu with a public bath and 45-minute private baths. Open April to November only.