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Zuma Niseko Pop-Up, Hirafu: Bookings Now Open For The 2026/27 Ski Season!
Après Drinks, Robata And A Date Night Worth The Sitter
Updated: October 13, 2026
Zuma, one of our favorite restaurants in Hong Kong, is coming to Niseko! The London-born Japanese restaurant opens its first ever Japan outpost in Hirafu on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, as a one-season pop-up.
Doors open at 3pm for après drinks, with dinner from 5pm until midnight, and there’s a DJ booth in the room. Grab a cocktail straight off the slopes, or tuck the kids in first and make it a proper date night at the robata counter. We love that there’s a private room option for group bookings as well!
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The Scoop On Zuma Niseko
- First In Japan: Zuma’s debut in the country that inspired it, landing just ahead of the brand’s 25th anniversary.
- This Season Only: Opens Tuesday, December 1, 2026, as a pop-up for the 2026/27 winter.
- Après From 3pm: Ski boots off, cocktails on. Drinks start at 3pm daily, with dinner from 5pm until midnight.
- The Drinks List: Signature cocktails like the Rikka Tonic, plus premium sake, Japanese whisky and international wines from the cellar.
- On The Menu: Nigiri, sashimi and robata grill dishes, with handrolls on request.
- Room For The Whole Crew: 141 seats, a main dining room that takes parties of 10-20, and a 12-seat private dining room.
- Close To The Slopes: In Lower Hirafu, about four minutes’ drive from Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu.
Little Steps Insider Tips:
- Book your babysitter or kids’ evening program before you lock in the table, since sitters in Niseko get snapped up in peak weeks (our guide to hiring babysitters in Niseko and Japan is a good place to start).
- Traveling with a big group? Book a midweek night, when everyone’s ready for a change from chalet dinners, and request the private room early.
- Sit at the robata counter if it’s just the two of you, it’s the best seat for watching the grill.
When does Zuma Niseko open?
Zuma Niseko opens on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, as a pop-up for the 2026/27 winter season only. It’s open daily from 3pm-12am, with après drinks from 3pm and dinner from 5pm. Zuma hasn’t announced a closing date for the pop-up yet.
How do I book a table at Zuma Niseko?
Book online through the Zuma Niseko website, where reservations for the season are now open. Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year are Niseko’s busiest weeks, so book those early. For group bookings or the private dining room, email [email protected].
Can you bring kids to Zuma Niseko?
Zuma hasn’t published a children’s policy for Niseko, so email [email protected] before booking an early family dinner. Planning a grown-up night out? Lock in a babysitter or kids’ evening program first, since sitters in Niseko book out in peak weeks.
How much does dinner at Zuma Niseko cost?
Zuma hasn’t released its Niseko menu prices. Expect the same style as Zuma Hong Kong: nigiri, sashimi and robata grill dishes, plus sake, Japanese whisky and signature cocktails like the Rikka Tonic. For pricing or a set menu, email [email protected].
Where is Zuma Niseko?
Zuma Niseko is in Lower Hirafu, at 163-53 Nisekohirafu 2-jo 1-chome, Kutchan, Hokkaido. It’s about a four-minute drive from Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu, so it works well for a drink straight off the slopes or a taxi down for dinner.
Does Zuma Niseko take group bookings?
Yes. Zuma Niseko seats 141, the main dining room takes parties of 10-20, and there’s a 12-seat private dining room. It’s a good fit for multi-family ski trips or a big celebration. Request the private room early for peak-season dates.
Why Little Steps Loves It:
Niseko trips are usually all about the kids, from ski school drop-offs to early dinners. Zuma gives you one grown-up night out in a room that feels nothing like a family holiday, with food that’s worth the sitter.
Who It's Perfect For:
Parents on a family ski trip who want one proper night out, couples celebrating an anniversary in the snow, and groups of friends traveling together without the kids.
What Else:
Reservations opened on August 14, 2026, and menu prices haven’t been published yet. We love Zuma’s weekend Shūmatsu brunch in Hong Kong, but there’s no word yet on a Niseko version. Book peak weeks early.
Where To Find It:
- Zuma Niseko (pop-up)
- 163-53 Nisekohirafu 2-jo 1-chome, Kutchan, Hokkaido
- [email protected]
- https://www.zumarestaurant.com/en/niseko
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