The Sensational Hong Kong Girls
2008-03-06

Thank you!
Dear Mika & Liam, Thank you for everything! We had a wonderful time. too bad and sad we have to go :( For sure, we will stay longer next time. By the way, nice meeting lovely Margo. We will miss you & see you all next year!! Mooney Joyce Anabel Bonnie Agnes

Guest
2008-03-03

Best Time
Hi Liam, Just wanted to let you know that we all had the best time staying at captain Hirafu, not only were we well looked after but we had the best snow fall, we have ever seen & we were in the best position in town, everything was so central. We are already looking forward to coming back again, we cant stop talking about it. We will be recommending it to everyone. Thanks again. Sarah Harman

Sharryn & Dave
2008-02-27

Great Stay!
Hi from Sharryn & Dave. Captain's was a great stay, we felt very comfortable & enjoyed your company too. Thanks for the tour Liam to Rusutsu. It was a beautiful, memorable day. *7 Japanese students, beautiful girls, great to share our time with. (h) Great brekkie, scrambled eggs & muesli - terrific. Best Powder. Anywhere.

hammertsui
2008-02-06

Good time
Hey Liam, is a good time stay to your place!...is very nice in Niseko and nice to meet u...see you next time!!!!! Hammer

The San Fransisco Clan
2008-02-01

Splendid!
Dear Liam, Mika & Margo, Yes we know... "Light snow, light snow, light snow..." We enjoyed every last flake! And your lovely & gratious hospitality. Also of course, we couldn't get enough of the Annupuri peak "Stair MAster". Next time we hope to break the record and go for 8!!! Captain Hirafu was a joy for us. We look forward to sharing your mountain home again soon. Best Wishes, Kit & Florence & John XOXOXO (& little Sophie) XOXOXO

Georgie, Michael, Jack & Rosie
2008-01-26

Felt Like Home
Mika and Liam - Thanks for a wonderful stay. This is a fabulous place and we felt very welcome. Hope to come back again! :)

Scott Ricketts
2008-01-12

Another Excellent Stay!
Liam & Mika, Thanks for another great stay... I hope it's not the last at the mighty Captain. You both work so hard to creat a Great experience for all. Thanks Again.

Evan Hinchcliffe
2008-01-01

Itadakimasu!
Liam, Mika ad Margo Thank you so much for your outstanding hospitality and introduction to Japanese Culture! Gochisosamadeshita!

Janet Sietsma
2008-01-01

Arigato & Itadakimasu!
Thanks for the wonderful stay, was great to meet and chat with you all and learn a bit of Japanese culture. Thanks Liam, Mika & Margo!

Iain Wood
2007-12-29

Hirafu Poem
It was a snowy day when Hurricane Davis blew in, with a dozen bags and copious amounts of rum and gin, we hit the mountain and apres with fury, after all, it was our holiday, our duty, For over a week we enjoyed excitement and the Yotei view, and would like to thank the Captain of Hirafu. All the best and thanks for a great trip.

Andy Peters
2007-12-29

Great Hospitality
Thanks for your hospitality - Fantastic place mate, catch you next time.

Alice Marsh
2007-12-29

Home away from Home
Dear Liam, Mika and Margo, Thank you very much for a lovely week in your company and for making it a home away from home at Christmas. See you next time!

Ben Davis
2007-12-29

Thanks!
Thanx 4 such a great time! Until next time!

Lachlan Newnham
2007-12-29

Fantastic
Thanks for the fantastic hospitality. You were great!

Michael Jay Davis
2007-12-29

Speechless
Mate words can't describe how great this place is. Liam, Margo and Mika keep doing Niseko proud. Hopefully the love affair will continue.

Beccy from London
2007-12-29

British Invasion
Liam, Margo & Mika - Thank you for letting me stay here, I've had a fantastic time. Within the year you will have a British influx of tourists on my recommendation - be it a good thing or a bad thing! Lots of love and best wishes. xxx

Brett
2007-12-27

Great Expereience
Thanx Liam & Mika for your great hospitality, had a great time in Niseko snowboarding. Thanx for the experience, hope to see you guys soon.

Mick
2007-12-22

Better than 5 star!
Love Niseko, love the "Captain"! The friendly approach, advice & guidance, homely atmosphere, home-cooked breakfasts etc ofers so much more than any 5 star hotel. But where is the beer vending machine ;)

Steve
2007-12-22

Exceeded all expectations!
Liam - you exceeded all our expectations in every way. Mika - Thank you for all your hard work behind the scenes. Margo - Thanks for all the great tips! A great pleasure to meet you all. I hope we return soon.

Nikki
2007-12-22

Awesome Trip
Thank you Liam & Mika, we had an awesome trip and loved the friendly, comforatble atmosphere here at the "Captain". The Chocolate cake made it!

Jack
2007-12-22

Awesome
It was fantastic!

Sinj..
2007-11-09

Shweeet!...
This place is da bomb-diggidy, possibly the hippest pad north of tokyo, Liam & Mika were gr8 host's, always willing to go the extra step..Sinj.. (yuki unit)...peace

Guest
2007-10-16

楽しかった！
10月13日に宿泊させて頂いた坪口です。 子供たちと沢山遊んで頂きありがとうございました！ 二人とも大喜びでまた泊まりに行きたいと言っています。 あばあちゃん達も良い想い出になったと思います。 今度は夏の暑い時期に遊びに行きます。 また、英語で遊んで下さいね。

Guest
2007-09-08

the captain is da goods...
Stayed at the captain 2nd week january, 2006...had a great time, the accom is super cosy and unique, the huge staff of liam and mika were so hospitible, and it was just a great place to come home to after a big day in the white room...be there again for 20 days in jan 08, and cant wait...Scott and the S/L crew...

Wes
2007-08-20

Wicked wicked week
Hey to everyone at Captain. We spent a week there in February 2006 and it was a great place to stay. All the staff were superb and very helpful. Can't wait to chill out at the captain after another huge day of powder soon! Wes

悪代官
2007-08-14

ＨＰ更新おめでとうございます
悪代官こと本谷です。 先日はお世話になりました。とても楽しい２日間でした。 ニセコ散歩も楽しかったです。 とてもかっこいいＨＰに仕上がっていますね。 また遊びに行きたいです。

悪代官
2007-08-02

ホームページリニューアルおめでとうございます。
こんにちは。悪代官こと本谷です。 先日は楽しいひとときをありがとうございました。 とてもゆったりと、それでいて楽しい会話を楽しめました。 お酒もおいしかったですし、のんびりと見たＤＶＤも良かったです。

emi
2007-07-03

第２号！
エリと初めての小旅行で、キャプテンに来ました！ 道に迷ったけど、迎えにきてくれたり、リアムさんもみかさん もとっても優しくて楽しくて素敵方なので すっかり長居しちゃいました（＞＿＜）♪♪ 色々宿泊施設があったのですが、キャプテンで 本当に良かったです！！！！また絶対きます☆ リアムさんみかさん本当にありがとうございました（＾０＾） またよろしくお願いします！

エリ
2007-07-03

第１号！！
昨日から１泊で、女２人でキャプテンに来ました～☆ かなり遅くに来たんですけど、リアムさんとミカさんの やさしい笑顔で安心したよ（＾＿＾）☆ 外の造りもすごく素敵で、さらに中を入るとまたクロッキー調 でスキ☆ 次の日も、手作りパンの朝食を食べて部屋に戻ったら 落ち着いちゃってそのままお昼寝～ｚｚｚ また来たい＞＞＞いや！！来ます！！！ そのときは、一緒に飲みましょう☆☆ 英会話も習いたいな～（＞＿＜）

Damon & Claire
2007-06-08

Horizontal~
Great friends - good food. The "captain" of all accommodation in Hirafu. Liam at the helm & Mika with all-hands-on-deck. Warm thanks for the horizontal feel ;) Cheers with Beers! -bell ringer -shoe warmer micro it up! xx Damon Thanks for a great intro to Japan - I'll definitely be back soon! Take care :) X Claire

Jess & James
2007-04-08

Tanuki was here!
We had an unreal time, even though we didn't get any face shots, another thing snowworkers can offer. We feel special to be the only ones to experience both a Tanuki and a Japanese bitch fight! Thanks for having us, hope to see you atain soon. Good Luck! XXX

Jari from Canada
2007-03-14

Knowledge is Powder!
Had a blast! Thanks for everything, especially all the tips. Knowledge is Power!

The Steadson Family
2007-03-07

Thank you.
Dear Mr Liam, Thank you for your hospitality and for sharing the "Captain"... (thank you Mika for the great breakfast and your smiling face) We all had a great time here and felt very welcome... See you again soon! xxx Sarah Prue Jack Annette Andrew

Vince Comito
2007-03-01

Fantastic Breakies
Liam, Mika, Margo. Thanks again for a fantastic stay, your hospitality is much appreciated (especially Mika for her fantastic breakies and nice smile). See you again sometime soon I hope!! Next Year!!! Vince Comito Carl Foo Richard Hurst

The Samurai Ski Team
2007-02-25

The Samurai Ski Team
Thanks very much for the fantastic hospitality, we thoroughly enjoyed the food and the many beers in the 'relaxation room' and Tim wants to thank you for the holes you put him through! We'll be back.... Hugh Baggie Tim Cohen (C) Angus McFadyen Anton 'Tubby' Harris Angus 'Cuckoo' Jones

Jono Perkins & Mark Hodson
2007-02-25

忍者がいます〜
Liam, Mika, Margo - 素晴しい賃賃者金玉の亀あるそれの音猿ボボいいえ！忍者がいます〜！！ oops I actually dno't know how to write Japanese!! Thank you so much for your hospitality and making the best scrambled eggs ever (mika) see you next year!! Hoo Roo (Mark thought of that crap joke up top!)

Rob Kerr & David Macnamara
2007-02-19

Wonderful Hospitality
Liam, Mika & Margo - Thanks so much for your wonderful hospitality. We felt like we were just staying with friends. Mika - your eggs are the best!! Go the Captain!

Deb & Mark Harris
2007-02-18

Craigieburn Valley Represents!
Thanks so much for a fab week. May we be the fist of many CV skiers to come & visit. Niseko Rocks!

Alexis Waite
2007-02-17

Best Breakfast in Japan!
Thanks for the best breakfast in Japan! Hopefully be back someday soon.

Torah Bright
2007-02-17

Torah says Hi
Liam, Thanks for everything on our very short trip! Hope to be back someday soon!

Julie Lucey
2007-02-07

Go Neiri An Bothar Leat
What a great time we've had in Hirafu - 24-7. Felt more like staying with good friends. My JAPAUSTRALIA introduction! All the best with Captain Hirafu Liam.

Al Grimshaw
2007-02-03

Supreme hospitality
Mate Thanks for your supreme hospitality & coming through for the lads when we needed you for Neil - You should be very proud on this fantastic business you have. See you next year! Jack Hardy

Kerri
2007-01-06

Short and Sweet
Thanks guys - short stay but a fun one! And now we know Liam likes a glass of red.... ;) Take Care.

Nick Pullos
2007-01-05

Cheers!
Cheers Liam for the awesome time my sister and I had staying at your lodge. Um... yeah that's all I got. I'll be back soon with a couple of my mates. au revoir!! TROGDOR!! The Burninator...

Trish Pullos
2007-01-05

Thank you!
Thank you Liam ad Mika for the beautiful food, skiing advice, food recommendations etc. etc. We will have to come back for some more powder soon! PS I can give Mika vet advice over the phone as required! xxx

Burling Family
2007-01-03

Grizwalds on Tour Japan
Thank you for a wonderful family experience. We appreciate your tolerance for never-ending anal questions & still welcoming us into the warm, homely, friendly environment. We all had great fun, met amazing co-guests and loved the "Captain's Hospitality". Yummy breakies, extensive happy hours, countless advice, masterful origami lessons, restaurant direction, cool movies, great games,. We will push the powder at Niseko while staying at the Captain's lodging. All the best from the Griswalds on Tour! Domo Arigato! Isabella (Pocket Rocket/Rice Gobbler) Jay-Jay (Dorky/Sloth/Mini-me) Mitch (Powder/Board Junkie) Craig (Steady Eddie) Judy (Don't cry for me Niseko)

Andrew Chung
2006-12-30

Best Holiday Ever!
Liam, Margo & Mika, Thank you very much for the best holiday I've ever had! Thanks for a "miso soup surprise" everyday and many laughs. Liam, the tree riding today was seriously the best ever! Can't wait to visit you again in February 07. Cheers, Panda Andy :)

Aline
2006-12-25

Chocolate from Switzerland!
Thank you so much for everything. We had a really good time here in your lodge and Niseko. I'm sure we will come again, and if you guys wanna come to switzerland let me know. Kanpai! PS Enjoy the TOBLERONE!!

Yuriko
2006-12-25

Thank you!
Liam, Thank you so much for everything! It was so comfortable - like my house. I hope to come again.

Tomoyuki
2006-12-25

ありがとう！
お世話になりました。　ありがとうLiam!!

Jerry Kolaitis
2006-12-15

Oyster Master!
Thanks for letting us into your family for our stay. Showing us how to shuch oysters, teaching me to ski, cooking us magnificent food, the list goes on and on... I'll never forget my stay with you guys.

Dicky & Allie
2006-12-15

Great Coffee!
I wish we caould have stayed longer! Everything was fabulous from the wonderful breakfast (great coffee & eggs) to hospitality over & above all expectations, incredible oysters, ski lessons, phoning bus companies (thanks so much for that). We will definitely stay here on our next Niseko visit! Get practising at pictionary!

Michael
2006-12-15

Like coming home...
Thanks guys for your hospitality - each night was like coming home! Will definitely recommend you to anyone I know coming your way. Love, Michael!

Amy, Denny, Shirley & Eddie
2006-12-09

Sensational Oysters!!
Liam & Mika, Thanks for hosting us & we had a wonderful stay here, skiing, food,... everything. I can't wait for next year to come back again. We love the miso soup & the black sesame bread and of course the OYSTERS!!

Gutierrez Family
2006-12-06

Hello from Guam!
Liam & Mika, We all had a wonderful time here. You've made our experience in Hokkaido a very memorable one. You have made us feel very welcome and it was like we have known you all our lives. If your travels ever find you in GUAM, we will return the hospitality. Corinna, Jeff, Ralph, Marie, Billy Boy, T.J., Buddy Boy & Emma.

Ryan, Eriko & Ryu
2006-11-12

Warm & Dry
Liam, thank you so very much for keeping us inside last night. This morning I was so excited to find the snow line had been defined. You will find something special in your inbox soon. Peace mind. Be cool.

Caz & Sam
2006-10-09

Awesome breakfast
Thank you for a very comfortable stay, what a great place! Awesome breakfast too, will certainly be recommending this place! Loved the miso-soup too!! All the best!

Niseko English Experience
2006-09-22

Niseko is No. 1!!
Yosuke Hiramatsu - I spoke many thing by English. Kishiko Sato - Niseko is No. 1!! Yukinori Fujita - Thank you for giving us chance to speak and very kind service, I want to come back to Niseko again. Mari Hatate - I had good days! Thank you. Niseko is a dream land!! Yuka Kikuchi - I'm glad to meet you! Thank you very much I want to come Niseko :DD Mai Gugimoto - I enjoyed very much I will come Niseko absolately!! I love Niseko Thank you. Kaori Kudo - Thank you for having time with us. I wanted study English more!! Yuko - Thank you very much for sharing your stories & giving us a special time here! I enjoyed a lot! Yusuke - Thanks a lot!! I'll come back and try snow shoeing ;) Tomomi - Thank you for wonderful time!! I like Niseko very much. I'd like to come here again!!

Carla Pirie
2006-09-22

Thanks!
Thank you Mika for a very pleasant stay here in Hirafu.

Jo Armstrong
2006-03-24

Choice! Primo! Sweet as!
Thank you for a fantastic time Liam & Mika! Will miss the after dinner games. Had a lot of fun staying here. Hard for us to leave. Hope to visit again. Kanpai!

Hamish McLeod
2006-03-24

March Powder!
Really Awesome Liam & Mika. Thaks for a fantastic time, great lodge and the March POWDER DAY!!!

Scott Watson
2006-03-24

Perfect Hosts
Thanks for a great time. Perfect Hosts. REally enjoyed the banquet. Will definitely be back.

Helen, Kate & Carli
2006-03-14

Private PA
Dear Liam & Mika! Your place is great & the service is even better... we felt like we had our very own PA! Can't wait until next time & we'll tell everyone you're here! Loved waking up to your miso soup Mika. Love, Helen Kimura, Carli McLeod, Kate Pearson.

Andy & Kate
2006-03-05

Unreal!
Liam & Mika, Thanks for the marvellous miso, sensational sushi, mind blowing Moiwa, happy hospitality and cosy cots!

Scott Flood
2006-03-01

Wonderful Experience
Liam & Mika, Thanks for having us at Captain Hirafu. You both made our time in Japan a wonderful experience. Liam, thanks for taking us riding and showing us all the good spots.

Stu
2006-03-01

Nice Ranch!
Nice Ranch guys. See you next year with more horses.

Vince Comito
2006-02-28

Felt Like Home
Liam, thanks so much for your great hospitality, loved the lodge - felt a bit like home. Had an awesome time, hope to see you again next year.

Steve Goble
2006-02-28

Fantastic Stay
Liam & Mika, thanks for making us feel so welcome, your hospitality was fantastic!! Awesome snow, terrific time, hope to see you again next year. Wish you every success and health for the future.

Matt & Adam
2006-02-26

Very Happy!
Liam. Thanks for a very "happy" time. But like all good & happy things they must come to an end. Hopefully we'll catch up with you again next year. Matt "bean counter #1" Pietsch. Captain Liam-san! Awesome time & hospitality. Thanks for showing us the best tracks and bars. See you next year! Adam Hill.

Michael
2006-02-23

Thank you.
Dear Liam, Thank you for making our Japan experience one to remember. Many Thanks, Mr Michael.

Anthony Bergello
2006-02-23

Supreme hospitality
Dear Liam, Many thanks for your supreme hospitality and friendliness, you made our maiden voyage to Japan most enjoyable!! Cheers, Anthony.

Dan Simon
2006-02-23

Samurai Love
Dear Liam, Thank you so much for your fantastic hospitality and generosity. You made our first experience of Japan an awesome one. Good luck with the Captain Hirafu!! PS you are strong like samurai... I don't know what I mean by that. Cheers, Dan

Nicola Bell
2006-02-23

Yummy Sushi!
Thank you Liam and Mika! Thank you for the delicious brekky and excellent hospitality. We had a great time - especially the yummy sushi in Kutchan!

Liam & Brad
2006-02-18

Best Snow Ever!!
Cheers 4 having us and the good times. The best snow ever!!

Richard Hertaeg
2006-02-18

Rancho Relaxo
Very relaxing even with the RED wall! Awesome location, better snow! Do I have to leave? Kanpai!!!

Ali Kool
2006-02-18

Fantastic Stay
Had a fantastic stay Liam, lovely, warm & friendly hospitality, many well appreciated tips! Can I keep the slippers?! I'll be back so save me some sunshine next time! I'll bring a snorkel too! Best of luck for the business & you ~ continue to prosper. Love + Peace Domo Arigato Gozaimasu! Liam-san

Corey Powell
2006-02-14

Great time!
Liam, thank you so much for a great time. Your B&B is just wonderful and your other guests made a good time great. You've got a great place here, hope to see you again soon.

Mark Goodwin
2006-02-14

Like home...
Thank you for a wonderful stay. It felt like being welcomed into your home... and I love skiing, who would have thought! I'll be back! Cheers, Mark

Lisa Ramsey
2006-02-14

Wonderful Stay
Liam & Margo, Thanks for a simply wonderful stay at Captain. We were made to feel really welcome. Love'd it all! Thanks also to Mika for a great Brekkie!

Tony
2006-02-09

Best Snow Holiday!
To all at Captain's: Liam, Margo & Mika, many thanks! You made our stay very comfortable and combined with the unbelievable snow of Niseko, our holiday was the best snowtime ever! Peace.

Ausile
2006-02-09

I'll be back
Margo, it was absolutely wonderful to meet ou. Thak yo for all your help. Liam, you always had an answer for our questions. A great host! Mika, thank you for my lessons in origami. You are a beautiful person! In the words of Schwarzanegger, "I'll be back!"

Sophie Dyball
2006-02-03

Thanks!
Thank you Liam for having us at Captain Hirafu! Thank you for your wonderful, friendly hospitality - it has been an absolute delight.

Victoria Harvey
2006-02-03

Outstanding!
Blew away my expectations!! So much more - you've done an amazing job with the place Liam, it's great to have someone like you representing Aussies over here. The Captain would be proud!!

Cam & Brosey
2006-02-01

Fantastic Holiday!
Great food & company: fantastic holiday!! Liam, Colleen & Mika, thanks for a great time. Have really enjoyed our trip here and will definitely be back to say hi again. Hope all works out! Take care, travel & Ski Safe!

Toni & Jacqui Forbes
2006-01-31

Fantastic Stay
Thanks Liam, Mika & Colleen for a fantastic stay. Your hospitality has been amazing above and beyond the call of duty. You made us feel extremely welcome it was like staying with friends. Thanks again for everything!

Amber Trower
2006-01-22

Top Eggs!
It's an awesome place. We had a great time. Thanx heaps. PS you make good eggs Mika.

Grace Watson-Howcroft
2006-01-22

Heated toilet seats are awesome!
Hey Guys, thanks a million for having us. I REALLY enjoyed our time here, you have an amazing place here. I really like the heated toilet seats! mmmm.... warm bum. I think that the renovations you did really improved this place. I also think you guys are amazing & great hosts! Thanks a million. Love Grace

George Trower
2006-01-22

Thanks!
Thanks for the stay it was a great time. The breakfast was ...YUM...

Alice Watson-Howcroft
2006-01-22

Rulers of the Universe!
Hey was up, me, I am just writing this comment. Thaks a million for having me! This house is amazing guys. You rule the universe. The food is great thanks Mika! Ali or Alley or Ellie. Alice.

Mark & Jasmine Trower
2006-01-22

Thank you.
We both appreciated your warm hospitality. All the best in this new enterprise.

Douglas Trower
2006-01-22

360s
Thanks Liam for letting me stay at your place. Nice find. Thank you for taking me and the others to the secret spots. When I come back I'll show you that 360.

Jamie Ross
2006-01-08

Great Stay!
An amazing time in a remarkable place. You are all so warm and open that I feel like I'm staying with family! Amazing food and beautiful rooms, oh, and the snow! Thanks a million, this has been the week I needed!

Anna & Georgie Rodney
2006-01-08

ありがとうございます！
Thanks Liam, Mika & Margo! George & I had a great time. Best luck for the rest of the season & the future. x

William "the future" Ellor
2006-01-07

Project Clense
Thanks for the memories guys, an unforgatable trip. I don't know what was better, the snow or the hospitality, it almost makes me feel bad about havin to kill you all. Still the spores won't be ready for launch for a few years yet (2014), so still got time for a few more trips. I sincerely hope that everything works out for you here Liam, I'm sure it will, you're sitting on a little gold mine. If you ever get stuck for ideas of what to do to improve the place, give me a call and I'll sort you out. I'm just sorry you won't get to save the world like you plan to, what with me destroying it an all. Oh well, you can't have everything, you'll just have to be satisfied with being fantastically wealthy. Anyway, keep in touch, I'll be increasingly busy with "Project Clense" but should have some free time around Feb/March 2014. xxx

Wendy Ash & Simon Kasprowicz
2005-12-29

Thanks Skip!
Thank you so much! It was like we were staying at a friend's house. Liam, you should be so proud of yourself. The place looks amazing. Thank you for all the laughs & memorable times. You Rock...!