Introducing recommended courses, weather forecasts, live cameras, and course maps for Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
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What is Ishiuchi Maruyama (Niigata Prefecture) like?
Ishiuchi: A long-established ski resort that never stops evolving
Ishiuchi Maruyama is a long-established ski resort that opened in 1949. However, it never rests on its laurels, and instead takes innovative steps to provide new facilities and services every year. The largest and most expansive ski slope in the Yuzawa area, it features 23 courses that make use of the varied terrain, and is covered in light "Uonuma powder" snow brought by the seasonal winds that blow in from the Sea of Japan
Another attraction of Ishiuchi Maruyama is that it is a fully-equipped park that is among the best in Japan in terms of size, number of items, and quality. It is also the strongest park in Japan, with the largest super pipe in the country, the "Gungho Monster Pipe." It also boasts one of the largest night games in the country
Topics from the '25-26 season
Apreski DJ event
A Music Lounge will be held at the special DJ booth at Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort. Perfect for night skiing or after-skiing. DJ KOO and DJ Celly, known for Bon Jobi, will be performing on the day of the event.
Ishiuchi Maruyama Vacation Rental
"Ishiuchi Maruyama Vacation Rental" has opened in the resort condominium "Twin Tower Ishiuchi" adjacent to Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort, where you can stay in a condominium-style accommodation. *The management company of the resort condominium "Twin Tower Ishiuchi" is registered under the Residential Accommodation Business Act and operates this accommodation business.
Advance online tickets are available for domestic residents at a great price!
This is an online pre-sale exclusive product for those living in Japan, offering even better value than the regular online pre-sale
Recommended courses at Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
・Summit slope (tree run)
Maximum gradient: 35 degrees, average gradient: 15 degrees / Distance: 900m / Slope orientation: North
The summit slope offers a detour course that cuts through the forest, allowing you to enjoy tree runs. Although it is a short course, the snow quality is the best in Ishiuchi. The slope is steep, and the mountain stream terrain is intertwined among the trees, making it a fun-filled experience
・Summit slope
Maximum gradient: 35 degrees, average gradient: 15 degrees / Distance: 900m / Slope orientation: North
This is Ishiuchi Maruyama's signature course. In addition to the exhilarating ride that takes you right into the scenery in a spectacular location, there are also detour courses and banked terrain that you can ride on, making it a popular course that you'll want to enjoy over and over again, changing your line
・Dynamic course
Maximum gradient: 24 degrees, average gradient: 20 degrees / Distance: 430m / Slope orientation: North
This is a course where you can enjoy plenty of natural snow on a wide open run. Located at the bottom of the ski resort, it is a hidden gem, with less competition and a high chance of powder remaining
Recommended videos that make it easy to imagine the course
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Recommended Gourmet
Snow Mountain Pancake @ The Veranda Ishiuchi Maruyama
This has been a signature cafe menu item at The Veranda since its opening. The combination of crispy warm pie crust with sweet fruit, whipped cream, and ice cream is exquisite. It also looks great! This is a very popular item. There are five flavors: caramel banana, apple cinnamon, mixed berry, chocolate banana, and honey lemon. I want to try them all!
Recommended hot springs
Three hot spring facilities drawing from two sources in Ishiuchi Maruyama
Ishiuchi Maruyama has two hot springs, and Onsen Jungparnass, Maruyama Onsen Grandeur Takano, and Maruyama Onsen Kojyokan . In addition to indoor baths, some facilities also have open-air baths and saunas. Check the official websites for opening hours and prices.
