Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain will be holding a large-scale skiing and snowboarding event called "NEKOMA MOUNTAIN FEST 2026" for three days from Friday, February 6th to Sunday, February 8th, 2026
This event is a winter festival where you can experience snow mountain culture in three dimensions through a variety of content, including competitions, test rides, music, and food
The world's top street competition "The Uninvited" will be held in Japan for the first time
The focus is on the international competition "The Uninvited Japan Open 2026" by "The Uninvited," a global platform that puts the spotlight on female snowboarders.
Approximately 50 riders, from the world's top riders to young riders who have won online qualifiers, will gather to compete in style and creativity on a special street course. The competition will be held on Saturday, February 7th, followed by a Community Ride Day the following day, Sunday, February 8th, open to participants of all levels (advance registration required).
Tohoku's largest test drive event and interactive content
During the event, popular brands will be holding test rides where you can experience the latest ski and snowboard models. In addition to boards and skis, you can also try on and try on accessories such as goggles and helmets
| Date | February 6th (Fri), 7th (Sat), 8th (Sun) 2026 *Only some brands on the 6th |
| Event time | Hours: 10:00-15:00 Last rental: 14:30 Last return: 15:00 |
| Venue | South Area Resort Center Slope |
| Fees/How to participate | Advance registration is free (200 people/day) On-site registration is 500 yen/day *If there are many pre-registered people, we may not be able to accept on-site registration *If you register on-site, please be sure to bring identification (with photo) |
A night event that combines music and culture
On the evening of Saturday, February 7th, a DJ event produced by Red Bull, "Red Bull Winter Vibes," will be held. In conjunction with the night skiing hours, the event will create a club culture unique to the snowy mountains
There's more to enjoying snowy mountains than just skiing
Other events planned for the festival include a "Let's Ski Party" where you can ski with professional riders, food stalls selling local gourmet food, a shamisen live performance and the "Aizu Meguru Road" market, and snow play experiences for families, all of which are sure to appeal to a wide range of people
From watching competitions to participating events, the three-day event will take place across Nekoma Mountain. It promises to be an event where skiers and spectators can come together and experience the latest in snow mountain culture
Information
Hoshino Resorts Nekoma
Mountain 6838-68 Kiyohira, Sarashina, Bandai-machi, Yama-gun, Fukushima Prefecture, 969-3396 (South Area)
1163 Nekomayama, Hinohara, Kitashiobara-mura, Yama-gun, Fukushima Prefecture, 969-2701 (North Area)
Official website: https://www.nekoma.co.jp/
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