Lyra by Nozo

Lyra is a boutique alpine condominium development located in Kitanomine Village, Furano — one of Hokkaido’s most authentic and truly year-round resort destinations. Designed as a calm counterpoint to larger, high-density resort projects, Lyra offers a rare blend of architectural restraint, refined interiors, and immediate access to both nature and infrastructure.

Just a three-minute walk from the Kitanomine Gondola, and adjacent to the acclaimed Nozo Hotel, Lyra is positioned for effortless winter access while remaining equally compelling in the green seasons that define Furano’s broader appeal.

This is a project conceived first as a place to stay — and only then as an investment.

Lyra comprises two low-rise buildings — Lyra East and Lyra West — housing a limited collection of 20 private residences, alongside a small number of ground-floor retail lots. The scale is intentionally restrained, preserving privacy and intimacy while allowing for hotel-level services and professional management.

Residences range from studio apartments to expansive four-bedroom penthouses, including large-format units with private terraces and rooftop lounges. Every residence is delivered fully furnished, curated by an international interior design team with a focus on warmth, durability, and understated alpine luxury.

Key project details:

• Freehold ownership
• 20 residential units
• Studio to 4-bedroom layouts
• Owner lockers & ski lockers (one per unit)
• Limited on-site parking
• Professionally managed rental pool

Lyra’s architecture is quiet and deliberate — contemporary without being imposing, modern yet grounded in its alpine setting. Natural materials, layered façades, and carefully proportioned glazing allow the building to sit comfortably within Kitanomine’s evolving streetscape.

Inside, residences are designed for real use rather than show. Open living spaces, efficient layouts, generous storage, and large windows create homes that feel equally suited to a winter ski week or a long summer escape.

Upper-floor residences and penthouses enjoy elevated outlooks toward Mt. Tokachi, surrounding forests, and Furano’s expansive seasonal skies.

Lyra’s in-house amenities are designed to complement — not compete with — the surrounding resort environment.

Within Lyra:

• Reception & elegant lobby
• Residents’ lounge
• Dedicated ski lockers
• Private owner storage
• Self-service laundry
• Rooftop stargazing lounge

Shared access to Nozo Hotel amenities includes:

• Spa with sauna
• Gym
• Restaurant & bar
• Kids’ room
• Retail shop
• Function and event spaces

This shared-amenity model allows Lyra to maintain a boutique residential feel while offering access to a broader hospitality ecosystem next door.

Furano stands apart from many ski towns in Japan for one key reason: it does not rely on winter alone.

In winter, Furano delivers reliable snow, excellent grooming, and a relaxed, uncrowded ski experience — increasingly attractive as larger resorts become busier. Lyra’s location just minutes from the gondola ensures strong winter appeal without the noise and congestion of true ski-in ski-out zones.

In spring, summer, and autumn, Furano transforms. Lavender fields, cycling routes, hiking, farm-to-table dining, cultural festivals, and domestic tourism sustain visitor numbers well beyond ski season. This multi-season draw is central to Furano’s long-term strength and is a key reason why professionally managed accommodation performs consistently across the year.

All residences at Lyra are freehold and available to both Japanese and international buyers, with no restrictions on foreign ownership. Units are placed into a professionally managed rental pool, overseen by one of Hokkaido’s most established resort property managers.

Owners benefit from:

• Turnkey ownership
• Full property management (maintenance, housekeeping, guest services, marketing)
• 28 nights of personal use per year (14 winter / 14 summer)
• The option to extend personal stays where availability allows

The structure is designed to remove friction — allowing owners to enjoy Furano when they choose, while the property works quietly in the background when they are away.

Lyra will appeal most strongly to buyers who value place, proportion, and longevity.

Furano is still early in its international real estate story, particularly when compared to Niseko. For buyers who appreciate refined, low-density developments — and who understand the importance of year-round destinations — Lyra represents an opportunity to secure a high-quality residence in a market that is evolving steadily rather than explosively.

This is not a speculative project. It is a carefully considered one — designed to age well, rent sensibly, and remain relevant long after trends shift elsewhere.

Lyra is developed by Parkwood Hotel Group, the team behind Nozo Hotel Furano and other hospitality projects across Japan. Architecture is led by HAI Architects, with interiors by G.A Design International, and sales handled by H2 Christie’s International Real Estate.

Each party brings deep experience in hospitality-led residential development — a critical factor in projects where lifestyle and long-term performance must align.