"aoLAKESIDE CAFE" & "Hakuba Zekkei Sauna “ao”" Surpass 170,000 Cumulative Visitors! Spring/Summer New Menu Starts April 10th

Zuktochie Inc. (Head Office: Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture, Joint Representatives: Satoru Ota, Hiroshi Wada) is pleased to announce that its "ao LAKESIDE CAFE" and "Hakuba Zekkei Sauna “ao”" have surpassed a cumulative total of 170,000 visitors since opening. Furthermore, winter visitor numbers from December 2025 to March 2026 recorded a 189% increase compared to the same period last year, establishing them as leading lakeside spots in the Lake Aokiko area, attracting many customers from both domestic and international markets.

Additionally, "ao LAKESIDE CAFE" will launch its new spring and summer menu starting April 10th. Aligning with the fresh season that arrives with the melting snow of Lake Aokiko, we will deliver new flavors that make the most of local ingredients.

Furthermore, on the same day, the lakeside terrace will also open, allowing guests to enjoy special moments in a more open and expansive location.

Moving forward, "ao LAKESIDE CAFE" and "Hakuba Zekkei Sauna “ao”" will continue to provide new experiential value in collaboration with the region, serving as a hub for disseminating the charm of Lake Aokiko's nature and cuisine.

Cumulative Visitors Exceed 170,000 Since Opening, Winter Visitors Double Last Year's Numbers

"ao LAKESIDE CAFE," which opened in July 2024, has been loved by many customers since its establishment, thanks to its beautiful location on Lake Aokiko and its carefully crafted menu using local ingredients. It has become a special space where guests can enjoy meals against the backdrop of seasonal, breathtaking views, earning broad support from tourists and locals alike.

"Hakuba Zekkei Sauna “ao”," which opened in October 2024, has also become a topic of conversation for its spectacular views of Lake Aokiko visible from the fully glassed sauna, attracting many customers seeking unique experiences in the Hakuba/Lake Aokiko area.

The cumulative number of visitors to both facilities has now surpassed 170,000. Furthermore, visitor numbers during the winter period from December 2025 to March 2026 were 189% compared to the previous year. The snow-covered scenery of Lake Aokiko, the clear air, and the unique winter sauna and lakeside experiences have gained support from many customers, leading to continuous growth as a destination enjoyable throughout the seasons.

New Spring and Summer Menu Starts April 10th

At "ao LAKESIDE CAFE," the new spring and summer menu will begin on April 10th.

In harmony with the scenery of Lake Aokiko welcoming the melt of snow, we will offer menus that evoke the freshness and lightness of spring through early summer. While utilizing local ingredients, we have prepared meals, drinks, and desserts perfect for the upcoming season.

Please enjoy the tastes of spring and summer, suitable for breakfast, lunch, or tea time while enjoying the lake view.

(Example Menu)