From Base to Summit: Niseko’s New ALPEN NODE & NEST813
The 25/26 season ushers in two exciting new additions to Grand Hirafu. Both located along the Ace Family Lift, NEST813 and ALPEN NODE bring fresh energy to opposite ends of the mountain.
NEST813
Perched at the top of the Ace Gondola Summit Station, NEST813 offers luxurious dining situated within sweeping, glass-walled views of Mount Yōtei. Ski in for breakfast, lunch, or après and savour dishes crafted from locally sourced Hokkaido ingredients, from wagyu beef to snowcrab lasagne.
Sustainability is woven into the design through reclaimed ecological materials and refurbished lift chairs from the surrounding slopes. With its panoramic outlook 813 metres into the sky, the venue is set to become a luxurious stop on your mountain circuit.
ALPEN NODE
When the lifts wind down, the buzz continues at ALPEN NODE, the brand-new hub at the foot of the Ace Gondola. This vibrant space brings Hirafu’s first craft brewery together with a beer-hall-style restaurant, bar, and DJ booth hosting events and live music well into the night.
On-site brewing begins in February 2026, but Guests can enjoy a curated selection of craft beers and beverages from opening day. Designed by Tokyo’s TRANSIT Group, the venue blends alpine warmth with modern energy - creating the nightlife anchor Hirafu has long been waiting for.
Two Sides of the Same Peak
Whether it’s a morning coffee at NEST813 or a local brew at ALPEN NODE, these new openings embody Niseko’s evolving blend of mountain elegance and après energy.