Introducing Charmant Hiuchi's recommended courses, weather forecast, live camera and course map
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What is Charmant Hiuchi (Niigata Prefecture) like?
A rare existence that advocates "completely ungroomed snow"
Charmant Hiuchi is known as a ski resort with heavy snowfall. During the peak season, the snow is usually over 5m deep. What's more, it accumulates in huge amounts of dry powder, making it unbearable. The ski resort has created an environment that allows it to make the most of this abundant snow. The keywords they advocate are "non-compacted snow" and "natural beauty." They continue to make efforts not to compact the snow, and about 65% of the resort is open to the public as ungroomed areas and courses
In addition, 80% of the courses are for intermediate and advanced skiers, making it a rare and technical resort that will fully satisfy the expectations of skiers and snowboarders who want to pursue the ultimate in skiing. Fat ski rentals are also available for those who say, "I came here and it was powder" or "I want to try fat skiing." Charmant Hiuchi is the perfect environment for enjoying powder to the fullest
Charmant Hiuchi recommended course
・Hiyama
Maximum gradient: 26 degrees, average gradient: - degrees / Distance: 1100m / Slope orientation: North
One of the longest non-stop powder courses in Japan. The first thing you should aim for when you go to Charmant is Mt. Tobiyama. It is one of the longest non-stop powder courses in Japan, with a technical slope that stretches for 1,100m, featuring changes in slope and standing trees. It is a technical slope, but the satisfaction you get when you conquer it is unparalleled!
Princess
Maximum gradient: 32 degrees, average gradient: - / Distance: 780m / Slope orientation: North
When the dry powder that is unique to Charmant piles up deep, it creates an irresistible face with large changes in slope and a floating feeling. This powder course is very satisfying in both distance and slope
・Zen
Maximum gradient: 21 degrees, average gradient: - degrees / Distance: 278m / Slope orientation: North
Located on the east side of High Rive, this mellow, sparsely wooded and open run area has just the right amount of space between the trees, making it easy to ski and perfect for tree running beginners to get used to tree riding
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Recommended Gourmet
Mapo Ramen @ Restaurant Salut Niigata is actually a ramen hot spot known only to those in the know, where there are what are known as the "Niigata Five Great Ramen" (light soy sauce, rich miso, curry, etc.). Mapo Ramen is the next most popular local ramen. The spicy mapo tofu and piping hot ramen are the perfect menu for a ski resort that will warm both your body and soul.
Recommended hot springs
Source: Itoigawa City website
Sakaguchi Onsen Located close to Gongenso Charmant Hiuchi Ski Resort, it is also available for day trips. It has a charming open-air bath, an indoor bath, and a mist sauna. There is also a rest area, and delivery of sasazushi (bamboo sushi) and other dishes is available. Relax and enjoy the snowy scenery. Opening hours: 9:00-19:00
