Zaborin 坐忘林 Access
Zaborin is approximately two hours’ drive from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo, Hokkaido).
Part of the extended Niseko Resort (including Hirafu and Annupuri), Zaborin is closest to the Hanazono ski area which includes a large ski school, rentals, ticket sales and the base lifts that connect to the rest of the Niseko ski areas. Hanazono is approximately 7 minutes by car, and we are able to provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the Hanazono Ski Centre during the ski season.
The neighbouring town is Kutchan (sister city to Switzerland’s St. Moritz since 1964).
Private transfers are also available from the airport – please let us know if you’d like assistance in booking.
By Car
There are two main driving routes, both of which are approximately two hours’ from New Chitose Airport to Zaborin. (Note that the city of Sapporo is about an hour’s drive north of the airport.) The more direct and popular route is to drive directly west from the airport via 453 around Lake Shikotsu. The other way is to drive up past Sapporo and around the north coast; via the coastal town of Otaru. This has toll roads but is popular for a stopover in Otaru which is known for its fresh seafood, sake and glassworks.
Please let us know if you would like more detailed driving instructions; some roads are closed during the winter season.
Car rentals are available from Toyota Rentals which has branches at the Airport, and within Niseko. (English online booking is available)
On site parking, with assisted valet if preferred, is available.
By Air
Zaborin is situated in the northern island of Japan. The airport there is New Chitose Airport, often referred to as ‘Sapporo Airport’ (the city centre is an hour north of the airport). Zaborin is 2 hours drive due west of the airport.
International
Many international airlines fly directly to Sapporo, New Chitose Airport.
From Tokyo
There are frequent flights every half hour from Tokyo’s Haneda Airport to New Chitose Airport which is the easiest and closest to Tokyo’s city centre.
Connections from Narita are also available.
Airport Transfer
We would be delighted to help arrange a car pickup, minibus or coach for your airport transfers.
Private Transfer price list
New Chitose Airport ⟷ Zaborin
Sedan Type: 55,000円
Mini van Type: 65,000円
Grand cabin Type: 62,000円
All prices one way, including tax
Cancellation policy
Three days before the day of the service: 30%
Two days before the day of service: 50%
One day before to on the day of the service: 100%
Contact our team through our form above about your transfer
Airport Transfer
By Train
Trains from Sapporo and New Chitose Airport run a few times a day to Kutchan (the closest town to the Niseko ski resort) which is 15 minutes’ drive to Zaborin. The route goes along the northern coast past Otaru, originally a well-known fishing village, now a popular tourist destination for fresh fish and glassware.
Complimentary transfers from Kutchan train station for check-in and check-out are available on request.
Hokkaido Railway Company provides English online train times and booking. Please let us know if you need further assistance.
By Bus
Bus services from the airport are available into Hirafu, Niseko. The journey from Chitose is about 3 hours into the centre of Niseko (Hirafu Village) and costs about JPY 4,500. Please let us know if you’d like us to arrange a pick up from the Hirafu Bus Centre to Zaborin.
