A destination dinner in the forest
Sève brings Chef William Mahi’s cuisine d’auteur to Hakuba. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience, and in leading Michelin-starred kitchens, he creates seasonal tasting menus that pair exceptional Japanese produce with ingredients from France and the precision of classical French cooking.
Dinner unfolds slowly in the forest dining room, with each course telling part of the season. This is the evening to plan your stay around. Advance reservations are essential.
One of Hakuba’s most established dining addresses, Mimi’s serves contemporary Italian cuisine within the elegant Phoenix Hotel. Husband-and-wife team Kazu and Yuki create seasonal dishes using carefully sourced local produce, accompanied by a considered wine list and polished service. Its intimate atmosphere makes Mimi’s a favourite for special evenings in Hakuba. Advance reservations are recommended.
With only ten counter seats, Sushi Sakai places guests close to the skill and precision behind every course. Chef Sakai offers two seasonal omakase menus, each shaped by the finest ingredients available that day.
Fish is brought directly from Ginza, carrying the quality and freshness of Tokyo’s celebrated sushi culture into the mountains. Advance reservations are essential.
The Veuve Clicquot Long Lunch pairs free-flow Champagne with a generous mountain menu of seasonal salad, charcuterie, cheese fondue and dessert. Served at 2pm from Monday to Friday, this pre-booked experience is made for long, celebratory afternoons beside the slopes. Advance reservations are essential.
Available only in winter, the Meat Library is a 90-minute tasting built around small-batch charcuterie by resident artisan Andreas “Andy” Ertle. Using Hakuba’s alpine air and traditional European techniques such as ash curing and hemp wrapping, Andy creates distinctive meats without artificial preservatives or added nitrates.
The all-inclusive experience features unlimited charcuterie, smoked salmon, freshly baked bread and drinks, served inside the forest cottage or beside the outdoor fire pit.
Minimum two guests. By reservation only.