Furano Ski Resort, located inland in Hokkaido, boasts exceptional snow quality even by Hokkaido standards. Visitors can enjoy the famous FURANO bonchi powder snow!
There are plenty of skiing opportunities, with FIS-approved, full-scale downhill courses and 20 courses featuring dips and peaks that make the most of the terrain, all against the beautiful backdrop of Mount Iwate, the highest mountain in the prefecture.
With a 5.5 km gondola connecting to the adjacent Kagura Ski Resort on Mount Naeba, the total skiing distance is approximately 46 km, making this one of Japan's foremost large-scale resorts.
Beloved by backcountry enthusiasts from Japan and around the world, the unspoiled wilderness is enhanced even further by the powder snow. Has plenty of snow and is open until May.
Famous for some of the heaviest snowfalls in Japan, the course design is dynamic and has attracted many hardcore skiers. The spectacular view from the mountain peak nourishes the soul.
A variety of compact, yet playfully spirited courses from the famous Manza Onsen hot spring, with an elevation of 1,800 meters, to the summit of Mount Manza.
Located right in front of Karuizawa Station, this ski resort is easy to access, and not only boasts a high percentage of fair weather, but also features stable snow thanks to snow-making equipment, which allows skiing to start in November.
Mount Yakebitai, located 2,000 meters above sea level, is a representative area of the Shiga Kogen Plateau. The natural snow here, which features clearly visible snow crystals, is often called platinum powder.
In addition to the four key features of rice, hot springs, local sake, and heavy snowfall, it has a long course 8.5 kilometers in length. Conveniently located just ten minutes away from the nearest highway interchange.
This all-weather indoor ski resort is close to the city center and can be enjoyed in both summer and winter. The 300 meter course has snow of such high quality that it rivals natural snow.