Lotte Arai Resort, located in Myoko City, a heavy snowfall area in Niigata Prefecture, is one of the ski resorts that is attracting attention for its heavy snowfall and light snow of the highest grade.
Almost all areas are uncompacted snow, and once it snows, the whole area becomes powder heaven. Even if you ski all day long, you can enjoy the vast slopes to your heart's content.
There are many days in the season when a dynamic spray is raisedVariety of sliding methods
DATA
Altitude
1,280m
Longest run distance
2,300m
Elevation difference
960m
Maximum slope
46°
23 courses
6 lifts
G/R
1/-
SNOW DATA from 2015 to 2019
| Late December | January | February | March | |
| average snowfall | 350cm | 500cm | 550cm | 460cm |
| average temperature | -1℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ | 5℃ |
Recommended powder course
A. When the ski resort opens, I want to visit "Funaishi" first.
First, I want to ski on the Funaishi on the right side as I head towards the start of business. With a run distance of 850m and an average slope of 22 degrees, the skiing response is outstanding. Satisfaction is enough
| running distance | 850m |
| slope | Maximum 37.5 degrees/Average 22.4 degrees |
| direction of the slope | northeast |
| Shortest access method | Arai Gondola → Zendana Lift |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | 150~200 people |
B. “Zentana bowl” where you can enjoy the finest powder along with the undulating terrain
Next is the central "Zentana bowl". It is characterized by a steep slope of up to 41 degrees, with snow easily accumulating on the swamp terrain. The speed is also greatly increased, and the snow that rolls up can be worn up to the head.
| running distance | 630m |
| slope | Maximum 41.4 degrees/Average 23.9 degrees |
| direction of the slope | southwest |
| Shortest access method | Arai Gondola → Zendana Lift |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | 150~200 people |
C. As the name suggests, a super wide and long single slope “Osaka”
If you hike up for 30 minutes and start from the peak, you can enjoy a long run of 1.5km on the "large slope" on the left.
| running distance | 1520m |
| slope | Maximum 39.8 degrees/Average 15.9 degrees |
| direction of the slope | northeast |
| Shortest access method | Arai gondola → Zendana lift → Hike up about 30 minutes |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | 150~200 people |
Starting from Roppongi Station, which is the middle point of the gondola, you should also pay attention to three other famous slopes, "Wase", "Mamushi", and "KG". If you have enough physical strength, enjoy the entire ski resort.
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Enjoying skiing and staying is the way to enjoy Arai
Spend a luxurious time staying at the ski resort. The way to enjoy Lotte Arai Resort is to fully enjoy skiing and lodging. Spacious guest rooms, delicious food, and hot springs will soothe your mind and body. With a bar lounge, spa and fitness facilities, you can spend a resort life with the best hospitality.
If you want to avoid waiting for the CHECK
On days with good conditions, waiting for the lift can be frustrating. In such a case, if you use a "first class ticket" that gives you priority boarding, you can always pass through the special gate and get priority boarding on the gondola lift. Ideal for those who want to be the first to ski through powder that falls over a large area. 1 day ticket 8000 yen.