Introducing Arai Mountain Resort's recommended courses, weather forecast, live camera, and course map
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Arai Mountain Resort (Niigata Prefecture) is a ski resort like this
Unbelievable scale and deep powder
Arai Snow Resort boasts an incredible amount of snowfall of 18 meters a year. The top of the slope is 1,280m above sea level, the longest run is 7.0km, and the layout has a unique depth. Its scale is so vast that all four of Tokyo Disneyland can fit inside.
Among them, there are a total of 14 courses with varied terrain such as steep slopes, tree runs, and long courses, and 10 freeriding zones (avalanche terrain), and 84% of the slopes are uncompacted snow slopes, making it an amazing freeriding paradise. .
With so much snow, the powder reset rate is one of the best in Japan, and even in March, you can enjoy the powder at the top of the mountain. In addition, the base hotel has also received high praise, saying, "You can enjoy a luxury resort feeling in a quiet, calm and modern atmosphere."
Topics from the '25-26 season
Nighttime operations are back this season!
After a three-season hiatus, Arai is back to operating night skiing. The slopes are properly maintained after the daytime hours, so you can enjoy a pleasant, groomed run even at night.
The course will also include ungroomed areas, a hallmark of Arai style, allowing you to enjoy plenty of powder at night. A kids' course will also open at the same time, making it ideal for night skiing with the family.
Period: Every Friday and Saturday from December 26th to March 21st (open every day during the New Year's holiday period until January 4th) Hours: 18:00-22:00 Applicable lifts: Sanroku 1st Lift, Sanroku 2nd Lift applicable courses, Pony, Umanose
Limited-time offer! Two new season passes now available
▶Spring Season Pass
You can enjoy it for more than two months from March 22nd, when the spring season begins, until the end of the season. What's more, for a limited time only until December 31st, the regular price of 35,000 yen is being sold for 25,000 yen on the online store
▶Night season pass
This item is also on sale for a limited time until December 31st this year, at 15,000 yen on the online store, instead of the usual price of 25,000 yen.
Arai Mountain Resort recommended course
・Funaishi
Maximum slope: 37.5 degrees Average: 22.4 degrees / Distance: 850m / Slope orientation: North
Funashi has a high opening rate and you can turn it with one main lift, so you can enjoy it efficiently. There are various drop points, so you can enjoy it according to your level and needs, and the old Gazex is also in the ski area, so you can easily aim for the slopes.
The fact that almost all areas from the course entrance to the exit can be seen from the lift is also a big point that makes it easy for beginners to accept.
Speaking of ARAI, it is a large slope! The call is also high. You can access the summit by hiking for about 30 minutes from the Zendana lift. A freeriding zone that stretches as far as the eye can see, with a superb view overlooking the Sea of Japan and a scale that you wouldn't believe is inside a ski resort in Japan. The secret of its popularity is that it can be easily accessed with acupuncture points.
・ Viper
Maximum slope: 43 degrees Average: -degrees / Distance: -m / Slope orientation: All directions
The name "Mamushigaeshi" is derived from the steep terrain where a viper could turn over. It is a hotspot unique to Arai, which has a wide variety of undulations and topography. From the unbelievably steep slope, you can enjoy the terrain like a large natural pipe, tree run, etc. at the same time.
Recommended videos to help you visualize the course
・Course level, percentage of uncompacted snow, compacted snow, and bumps (%)
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Recommended gourmet food
@Gondola Restaurant The food court, which is directly connected to the Village gondola stop, is spacious with 139 seats. There are a variety of menu items that make use of Niigata ingredients, such as Joetsu Tonkotsu Ramen, Nagaoka Ginger Soy Sauce Ramen, and Niigata's famous sauce cutlet bowl. There is also a vegan menu that uses soybeans instead of meat, which is typical of Arai's international atmosphere, which has many overseas guests.
Recommended hot springs
Starry sky hot spring@ Lotte Arai Resort
The resort's ``Hoshizora Onsen'' is a natural hot spring that comes from 1,750 meters underground, and is mildly alkaline, gentle on the skin, and has excellent moisturizing properties. As the name suggests, there is also an open-air bath and SPA where you can see the starry sky. We promise you the ultimate relaxation. It is also possible to use it for a day trip.
Information
Arai Snow Resort 1966 Ryozenji, Myoko City, Niigata Prefecture 944-0062
