caption: The building sits less than a quarter mile from the ski lifts of Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu. 'It's an easy, flat walk,' Mr. <PERSON> says. A nature reserve sits behind the building. 'No one can build there, which means our views will be preserved for the long term,' he says. 'At the same time, we're only 50 meters from the village, where there are over a hundred bars and restaurants. That's the spirit of the place--wonderful skiing by day and beautiful Japanese meals with friends at night.'
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