The 24-25 season is in the final stages, and the spring season is currently in the middle of the year. First, let's check out the appeal and benefits of spring skiing and snowboarding.
① There is a spring campaign!
There are special benefits such as spring season tickets, lift ticket discounts, coupons, etc. ② Corn snow and granulated snow unique to spring have a different taste from powder
③ The weather is stable and the number of sunny days increases, the sun grows longer So you can play a lot
④ It's not cold!
enthusiast, you will have a sense of security because you will not have to worry about driving on snowy
roads . Season
⑦ Fresh snow falls even in April due to the return of the cold weather! What a fun surprise. Super lucky if you win
……And so on, the spring season is full of good things. This will have no choice but to go out.
Now that you know what spring is all about, let's introduce you to a ski resort where you can enjoy spring skiing.
*The information posted is as of April 2, 2025. For the latest information, please check the official websites of each ski resort.
Hokkaido area
[Hokkaido]
Niseko｜NISEKO
The final season of NISEKO UNITED has arrived!
NISEKO VILLAGE: Sunday, April 6th | HANAZONO: Sunday, April 13th | ANNUPRI: Open until May 6th (Tuesday, holidays)
[Spring Season]
The climate is stable in spring, so spring in Niseko is full of great deals, as you can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery of Mount Yotei with the blue sky on a daily basis. Starting Monday, March 24th, lift tickets for each resort will be at Spring Season Fee. Niseko United's all-mountain general lift tickets offer a discount of 10,500 yen for the regular season, and 7,400 yen for the spring season and 3,100 yen. Furthermore, in spring, Niseko HANAZONO, where the park will be featured, will be set up in two locations and open until Sunday, April 13th.
Spring is also the peak season for the backcountry, which is a major attraction of Niseko, but early spring is also the time when temperatures rise and snow melts, making avalanches more likely to occur. I want to strictly adhere to Niseko rules and ski with the best equipment.
[This kind of ski resort]
About 100 km south of Sapporo, there are four vast ski resorts spread out at the foot of Mt. "Niseko United" consists of places. A list pass common to all mountains allows you to freely come and go, the world-famous finest powder named “JAPOW”, the vast backcountry that can be accessed from the slopes, and the beautiful Mt. Yotei called Ezo Fuji. It is an international resort that attracts guests from all over the world with its attractions such as hot springs full of Japanese atmosphere.
◆ Official HP / https://www.niseko.ne.jp/ja/
[Hokkaido]
Furano Ski Resort｜FURANO
Only the Furano zone is open during the spring season
Open until May 6th ( Tuesday and holidays
[Spring Season]
Furano usually has about 150-200cm of snow from March to April. The spring skiing period is from Monday, March 24th to Tuesday, May 6th, and business hours are from 9:00 to 16:00. A one-day lift ticket is usually 7,500 yen, which is 6,000 yen. There is also a great deal on packages called "Lift + 1 (Plus One)" that includes a one-day pass + hot springs, a one-day pass + soft drink. Spring is becoming more and more beautiful in the weather than in the high season, and it's worth watching the majestic nature of Hokkaido, which can be seen from the lift.
"Pond Skimming" is a unique event that will be held like a tradition of the spring season. It involves crossing a 10m-long pond with skiing and snowboarding, making it fun to watch or participate. This year, the event will be held on Sunday, April 6th at 1pm. Check the official website for more details!
[This kind of ski resort]
Furano is a complex resort that represents Hokkaido, operated by the Prince Hotel Group, with a magnificent view of Mt. Tokachi and the Daisetsuzan mountain range. The Kitanomine and Furano zones are connected at the top of the slopes, and there are a total of 28 courses that can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced skiers alike. Due to the size of the slopes and the high level of facilities, there are many fixed fans, mainly families. For those who like to ski, it is attractive that you can enjoy super dry powder and beautiful grooming unique to the inland with two axes.
◆Official HP/ https://www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/furano/winter/
[Hokkaido]
Sapporo Teine
All-you-can-slide spring season tickets are now on sale! There is night game business
May 6th ( Tuesday and closed ) (Saturdays and Sundays and holidays only on Saturdays and Sundays and holidays after April 7th)
[Spring Season]
This season, 24-25, there was no shortage of snowfall, and Sapporo Teine still had over 330cm of snow on the summit in late April. Spring skiing is scheduled to open only on weekends and public holidays from Monday, April 7th to May 6th (Tuesday and holidays). This spring, the Olympia Zone will be open until the end of March, with the Highland Zone being the field for spring skiing. Special night games are scheduled to open from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Saturday, April 5th and Sunday, April 6th.
[This kind of ski resort]
About 40 minutes by car from the center of Sapporo city, the access is excellent. From the summit, which is over 1,000m above sea level, you can see the city of Sapporo and Ishikari Bay, and you can enjoy riding while looking at the sea. Sapporo Teine is also attractive for the nature zone of the sparse forest zone, including the famous "North Wall Course" with an elevation difference of over 400m. "Kitakabe", where skiers such as Daisuke Sasaki and Tsuyoshi Kodama were raised, is a tree run spot with a maximum slope of 36 degrees and an uncompacted snow slope.
◆ Official HP / https://sapporo-teine.com/snow/
[Hokkaido]
Kiroro Snow World｜KIRORO SNOW WORLD
To conclude the season, "Shime Pass" will be on sale only for Hokkaido residents!
Open until May 6th ( Tuesday and holidays
[Spring Season]
Kiroro will be open for spring season in 2025 until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays), but it is possible that the closing will sooner if snow melts. The Spring Season Pass, which is exclusively for Hokkaido residents, is said to be called "Shime Pass," where many people in Hokkaido end their meals end with a "Shime Pas" and a parfait. Shime Pass is a very Hokkaido-like name.
・First Shime Pass: on sale from March 17th to March 31st. You can glide from the date of purchase until the end of the season. You can ski for about three weeks during the high season. Sales price: Adults 20,000 yen / Children 13,000 yen
/ Second edition of Shime Pass: Sale from April 1st to the end of the season. You can glide from the date of purchase until the end of the season. You can ski for about a week during the high season. Sales price: Adults 17,000 yen / Children 11,000 yen
[This kind of ski resort]
It is close to Sapporo city, so it is possible to make a day trip even if you stay in Sapporo. Kiroro is relatively empty, and snow falls almost every night during the high season, resetting the course conditions. There are many courses with rich terrain suitable for powder riding, and the temperature is low, so there is no shortage of reasons for its popularity, such as the quality of the powder that is maintained from the beginning of the season.
◆ Official HP / https://www.kiroro.co.jp/en/
[Hokkaido]
Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort｜SAPPORO-KOKUSAI
You can enjoy the ever-popular “Spring Genghis Khan All-You-Can-Eat” until the end of the season!
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Sapporo International is famous for its abundant snowfall and long seasons, and is early March, with over 350cm of snow on the summit. It's still fresh snow, and it's in good condition, just like the high season. Sapporo International will be the spring season from Tuesday, April 1st until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays), which is scheduled to close, with one-day lift tickets being discounted from 5,800 yen to 5,300 yen for adults, and 4-hour tickets being discounted from 5,300 yen to 4,800 yen for high seasons. Business hours are 9:00-16:00.
The extremely popular "All-you-can-eat Spring Genghis Khan," which is a tradition every spring, starts on Saturday, March 22nd. The restaurant will be available on the "Restaurant Rabbit" sundeck on the second floor of the ski centre until the end of the season, between 11:00am and 3:30pm (order stop 14:30pm). The fee is 3,500 yen for elementary school students and above and 2,000 yen for preschool children.
[This kind of ski resort]
Sapporo Kokusai is a convenient one-hour drive from Sapporo city, but the amount and quality of snow is guaranteed. The highlight of Sapporo Kokusai is the downhill course with a maximum gradient of 30 degrees. You can use one gondola to rotate around this course, so it's also attractive that you can earn a lot of skiing. Since the downhill course is an uncompacted snow course, the vine slope extends for about 2.2km from the top to the bottom, and the feeling of slipping is overwhelming.
◆Official HP / https://www.sapporo-kokusai.jp/
Tohoku area
[Iwate Prefecture]
Natsuyu Kogen Ski Resort | GETO KOGEN
The more you ski until Golden Week, the more you get a spring season ticket.
Open until May 6th ( Tuesday and holidays
[Spring Season]
Summer Oil Plateau is home to plenty of snow until Golden Week, as it is one of Japan's most heavy snowy areas. Speaking of summer oil, it's irresistible to enjoy mellow tree runs that are different from powder runs in spring forests, one of Japan's leading tree runs. Spring season tickets are 28,000 yen for the general public. Purchases are only available locally after March 22nd. A hot spring pass will be included for an additional 3,000 yen.
There are even more perks for spring season ticket buyers. ① Spring season ticket purchasers can also use it for green season gondola sightseeing. (2) Natsuyu Kogen Onsen bathing discount: Adults 800 yen → 600 yen. And ③ "One coin menu" limited to season ticket holders can be used!
[Ski resorts like this]
Natsuyu Plateau is located in the southwest part of Iwate Prefecture, with the Kitakami Mountains to the east and the Ou Mountains to the west. The terrain is a surprising thing, with plenty of dry powder falling, and it is said to have recorded the highest snowfall in Honshu. It has 14 courses with two gondolas and five lifts, but since 2015, the Tree Run area has been actively expanding year by year, bringing it to a whopping 14 in the 2022-23 season. It also features a high-quality park that takes advantage of the overwhelming amount of snowfall, boasting a large number of items from early in the season and well-maintained maintenance. The powder and park are one of the best in Tohoku, and it is said that "Tohoku has summer oil."
◆ Official HP / https://www.getokogen.com/winter/
[Yamagata Prefecture]
Tengendai Kogen Ski Resort | TENGENDAI KOGEN
Ski slopes in the sky boasting a long season of 6 months
Open until late May
[Spring Season]
It's early April, and there is a 760cm of snow on the Tsugamori slopes, which are on the top of the slopes. It boasts a long season that lasts for six months from early December to Golden Week in May, and the environment is also very good for the spring season. This year, the company has been blessed with snowfall, and it has been decided that it will be extended until late May.
[Ski resort like this]
Located in the southern part of the 2,000m class Ou Mountains.
The altitude at the top is over 1,800 meters, and because it faces north, the snow quality is said to be ``the finest powder in Honshu.'' Take the ropeway and approach the plateau with an altitude difference of 1,350m, which feels just like a ``slope in the sky''. The vertical layout takes advantage of the natural topography and has a wide variety of slopes, and there is also an environment where you can go from the slopes to the backcountry in an uncompacted powder zone. During the high season, you can enjoy an extremely long run of up to 6km.
◆ Official HP / https://www.winter.tengendai.jp/
[Yamagata Prefecture]
Gassan Ski Resort | GASSAN
Blue sky, dazzling green, white snow! Enjoy an exhilarating slide amidst the color contrast of nature
Open until Sunday, June 8th
Gassan Ski Resort in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan's snowiest prefecture, opens in early April, when most ski resorts reach the end of their season.
The opening this year will be set for Friday, April 11th. After opening, there will be a discount of 4,500 yen for the special first-time skiing fee from Friday, April 11th to Friday, April 18th, and after that, the usual discount will be 5,800 yen. This year, due to five days of lift maintenance from Monday, June 9th to Friday, June 13th, the service will be suspended, and spring and summer skiing will essentially be open until Sunday, June 8th. Tsukiyama from spring to early summer is truly beautiful with a refreshing air and the colour contrast between the blue sky, dazzling greenery and white snow.
[Ski resorts like this]
Tsukiyama Ski Resort is said to be a mecca for summer skiing, which opens in early April every year. Located at an altitude of 1,600m, it is one of Japan's largest snowfall. The sliding area is a panoramic course that focuses on pair lifts, and can be glimpsed from the opening in April until the end of July, and is also known as a summer training field for alpine races and moguls. The remaining snow, fresh greenery of beech trees, and the majestic nature of Bandai Asahi National Park are attractive.
◆Official website/ https://gassankk.co.jp/gassanski/
[Fukushima Prefecture]
Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain | HOSHINO RESORTS NEKOMA MOUNTAIN
The new “Nekoma Mountain” is fun even in spring
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Spring Nekoma: Enjoying even more mountains, the snow quality is still good and there is plenty of snow (it is early April, 240cm in the north area). Spring season tickets are also on sale starting in March! The Spring Season Pass is a limited edition Spring Season Pass that you can ski for as much as you want for adults for 25,000 yen, 13,000 yen for ages 20-23, and 24,000 yen for ages 24-29.
The spring's annual early morning business will begin on Saturday, March 29th.
[North Area] Weekdays from 7:30am on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 5:55am * Early morning hours are open
Snow Park is currently operating in the north area. Banked Slalom has also started. Spring has more beautiful days and warm days. It doesn't hurt if it moss. It's perfect for practicing jumps as soft landings are available in spring. There is also an area where you can enjoy the lumps.
[Ski resort like this]
Starting from the 2023-24 season, Alts Bandai and Nekoma Ski Resort will be combined and reborn as “Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain.” Nekoma Mountain has become one of Japan's largest snow fields, with 33 diverse courses, including the finest powder snow and long courses that can be enjoyed by everyone from beginners to advanced skiers.
◆ Official HP / https://www.nekoma.co.jp/
Shinetsu area
[Nagano Prefecture]
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort | NOZAWA ONSEN
Yamabiko Slope is the best in spring, where you can enjoy topographical play!
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays
[Spring Season]
In spring at Nozawa Onsen, there is plenty of remaining snow, especially on the Yamabiko slopes. You can also enjoy exhilarating carvings at Gloomburn, as well as playground terrain in the park and the pictures. In spring, the chances of seeing a large panoramic view of the Northern Alps from the summit of Mt. Mona, making it possible to enjoy large-scale spring skiing. From Monday, March 31st to Tuesday, May 6th (Holidays), the spring mountain skiing period is when the one-day lift ticket is usually 7,300 yen to 5,700 yen, seniors 5,900 yen to 4,600 yen, and children 4,400 yen to 3,400 yen.
[This kind of ski resort]
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort boasts one of the largest scales in Japan and a hot spring town full of Japanese atmosphere. There is a lot of snowfall throughout the season, and there are 36 courses that satisfy families and beginners to advanced skiers. The altitude difference from the summit to the bottom is 1,085m, and the ski area is one of the largest in Japan for a single ski resort. The slopes are wide, the running distance is long, and there is plenty of natural terrain. Due to the appropriate lift placement, it is possible to efficiently flow into various courses.
◆ Official website: http://www.nozawaski.com
[Nagano Prefecture]
Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort ｜ SHIGA KOGEN YAKEBITAIYAMA
Run through the shiny grooming barn with the spring specialty “Haruyakebi” (6:00-8:00)
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Yakikayama has non-pressurized snow courses for advanced players, such as the YAKEBI WALL, the Super Giant Slalom course, and the middle course, with a maximum slope of 39 degrees. During the top season, you can enjoy Steep and Deep powder rides, and in spring you will be able to take advantage of the uneven terrain burn, waiting for your arms. The spring skiing period is from Monday, March 31st to May 6th (Tuesday, holiday). The lift fee is also discounted.
4-hour ticket Adults 5,000 yen (web advance sale 4,500 yen) | 1-day ticket Adults 6,000 yen (web advance sale 5,300 yen)
The most important thing about springtime at Yakikayama is "early morning skiing." The service is designed to help you run through the shiny grooming burnt in the early hours of the morning, and the name "Spring Yakebi" will be held from Saturday, April 5th, Sunday, April 6th and Saturday, April 12th to Tuesday, May 6th (closed). Depending on the date, three trains will operate: Gondola A 1st, Gondola B 2nd, and C 2nd highway lift. There are six courses that allow for early morning skiing, including the A1 giant slalom course and the B1 panorama course.
[This type
of ski resort] Mt. Yakebitai is the largest ski resort in Shiga Kogen. It has a good reputation for its snow quality, and a "fast track" has been implemented for powder lovers, and a non-compacted snow course is also firmly secured. You can also enjoy tree running in the beautiful coniferous forest, and it is overwhelmingly popular among freeriders in Shiga Kogen. The slope base consists of the East Building, South Building, and West Building of Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel. It is a high-spec resort that combines skiing and sophisticated resort stays.
◆ Official HP / https://www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/shiga/winter/
[Nagano Prefecture]
Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort | OKUSHIGA KOGEN
Good condition for natural spring snow! There is also a convenient spring ski 4-hour ticket
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Okushiga, the deepest part of Shiga Kogen, is open only with natural snow among the Shiga Kogen. It's a place where so much snow accumulates and accumulates. That's why spring skis are also popular. The spring skiing period is from Monday, March 31st to May 6th (Tuesday, holiday). A one-day spring skiing ticket costs 5,400 yen for adults and 5,100 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students. There is also a 4-hour spring skiing ticket that looks easy to use, costing 4,700 yen for adults and 4,500 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students.
[This kind of ski resort]
Okushiga Kogen Ski Resort, which is located in the innermost part of Shiga Kogen, is popular for its calm and quiet atmosphere that is different from the central area of Shiga Kogen. The most enjoyable course is the downhill course. A steep slope bear drop where you can enjoy powder snow overhead even on the slopes. From the summit station, go downhill and go to Kumaotoshi. The top-to-bottom course with compacted snow and powder is one of the most dynamic courses in Japan. You can enjoy the size of the scale.
◆Official HP／ http://www.okushiga.jp/skiresort/
[Nagano Prefecture]
Kumanoyu Ski Resort | KUMANOYU
After all, Kumanoyu's spring and slippery granulated snow will not disappoint your expectations!
Scheduled to open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays).
[Spring Season]
In recent years, Kumanoyu Ski Resort has launched a “Kuma-yuki” campaign. “Kumayuki” is the snow condition that users expect from Kumanoyu. Firm artificial snow in November, feather-like powder in the high season in February, and granulated snow in the spring season in April. Yes, Kumayuki in spring is rough and slippery. It means that you can play terrain without worrying about overspeed.
From Monday, March 31st to Tuesday, May 6th (Tuesday, May 6th), there will be an adult one-day ticket that is common to all of Shiga Kogen, and a 2-day ticket for 6,500 yen, a 2-day ticket for all mountains, and a 12,400 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students, and a 10,800 yen for 1-day ticket for seniors and junior high and high school students, but the Kuma no Yu-on-only one-day ticket for adults, a 12,300 yen for two-day tickets, and a 11,400 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students.
Also, there are early morning hours in spring (6:00-8:30). From April 19th, 20th and 26th to May 6th, you can enjoy a pleasant ride on the freshest morning slopes. Early morning lift tickets are 2,500 yen for adults and 2,300 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students, but for those who want to continue skiing all morning, early morning plus morning tickets are also available (6:00-13:00), which costs 7,700 yen for adults and 7,300 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students.
[This kind of ski resort]
Most of the bowl-shaped ski resorts are on the north slope. It's a known place among powder freaks. The reason for this is the presence of Mt. Kasadake behind the ski resort. Snow clouds hang over the mountains, resulting in a large amount of dry, fresh snow. Despite being a compact ski resort, the slopes are steep and there are many depressions, so you won't get bored.
◆ Official HP / https://www.kumanoyu.co.jp/
[Nagano Prefecture]
Yokoteyama/Shibutoge Ski Resort | YOKOTEYAMA/SHIBUTOGE
Japan's highest altitude 2,307m area is in great shape even in spring! There is also early morning skiing
Open until late May
[Spring Season]
Yokoteyama Ski Resort boasts the highest elevation (2,307m) in Japan. Naturally, the amount of snow and the length of the season are on a different scale. This spring, Yokoteyama season will be open in late May until the snow disappears. Adult one-day tickets will be 5,600 yen from Monday, March 31st until the end of the season (usually 6,000 yen).
The spring specialty "early morning skiing" at Yokoteyama Shibutoge Ski Resort will be held again this year from March 29th to April 20th, and from April 26th to May 6th. The service allows you to enjoy a 2km downhill ride using the 2nd Sky Triple between 6am and before the normal lift open. The 2nd Skylift will also be running from 6:00 to 8:00, and the 1st Shibutoge Romance will also be running from April 25th. Early morning prices are 3,000 yen for adults, 2,500 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students, and 2,000 yen for elementary school students.
[This kind of ski resort]
Yokoteyama Ski Resort is located at the highest place among domestic ski resorts. Therefore, the season is long and can be enjoyed until the middle of May. An attractive spot for freeriding is the wall of the course that descends from the summit to the bottom. The upper part of the course continues with a undulating forest course, and as you descend to the lower part, the slope becomes gentler and you can ski safely. The large panorama at the summit is a must-see if you visit Shiga. From the Northern Alps to Mt. Naeba, you can even see Mt. Fuji.
◆ Official HP / https://yokoteyama2307.com/
Hakuba area
[Nagano Prefecture]
Able Hakuba Goryu | HAKUBA VALLEY
Spring park open・New park at the top of the panorama course!
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
The classic spring routine is to first aim for a panoramic course on the summit slopes. Enjoy cruising at a distance of 850m and a maximum slope of 18°, enjoying the big panoramas of the Hakuba mountain range, including the majestic Goryu-dake. Starting Monday, March 10th, lift ticket prices for both counters and online sales have been changed to spring fees. If you purchase an adult/senior one-day ticket for 7,500 yen online online, you can purchase it for 7,000 yen.
[This kind of ski resort]
The upper part of the slope is characterized by a long season where you can ski from the end of November to the end of the consecutive holidays in May. The ski slope layout consists of three unique slopes, "Alps", "Tomi" and "Iimori", and there are dedicated areas such as mogul courses, parks, and kids slopes. The view from the Alps-daira ski slope is outstanding when you go up in one gondola. There are courses where you can enjoy uncompacted snow and bumps on the side of the slopes, and courses where the entire surface becomes uncompacted snow after it snows. The upper part of the slope is connected to Hakuba47, so you can enjoy variations with it.
◆ Official HP / https://www.hakubaescal.com/winter/
[Nagano Prefecture]
Hakuba Happo-One Ski Resort｜HAKUBA HAPPO-ONE
The fun of diverse topography is unique to spring!
Open May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Every year, you can enjoy spring skiing until Golden Week in May. The high-season uncompressed snow course becomes a hump slope in the spring, making it a perfect training season for bump lovers. It's also popular among freeride fans, as the terrain play on all kinds of courses is more interesting in spring. Starting Monday, March 10th, the lift fee will be in spring. Adult one-day tickets are available from 8,000 yen to 5,500 yen! If you charge it from WEBSHOP, it's even more advantageous, starting from 5,500 yen.
The 25-26 OGASAKA SKI NEW MODEL SKI Test Drive Event will be held from Friday, April 4th to Sunday, April 6th. You can test drive new models from the 2025-26 season. Participation fee is free and the venue is in front of the special tent near Usagidaira Terrace, Gondola Yamato Station. You must bring your photo ID on the day.
"HAPPO SPRING FESTIVAL @OAKLEY TERRACE" will also be held on Sunday, April 6th. A talk show featuring Watanabe Akito and Watanabe Zento from Nordic Complex, and former freestyle mogul Uemura Aiko as spectacular guests. The event will also feature the musician group "EMPTY KRAFT" and the "DJ Stationmaster," who also livened up the Happo-One Fire Festival. There will also be a lottery where you can win the annual prizes, as well as a drink service.
[This kind of ski resort]
Happo-one, which is said to be the male of Hakuba. The reason is the overwhelming variety of slopes. There are a lot of variations such as slope direction and undulations, and everything from powder, bumps, terrain, etc. is all of first-class quality. The altitude difference is 1,071m, which is one of the best in Japan, and the course extends from the top of the slope to ridges in four directions, most of which are moderately steep slopes that are sufficiently slippery. To be able to fly 1km from Groomburn, which is snow-smoothed from top to bottom, is something that can't be beaten.
◆ Official HP / https://www.happo-one.jp/
[Nagano Prefecture]
Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park
A north-facing slope with Hakuba Ichi Park
Open May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Hakuba 47 has an altitude of over 1,500 meters above sea level and has many north-facing slopes, so the snow melts slowly even in spring.As of late March, there is 300 cm of snow at the summit and nearly 150 cm at the base. Conditions are excellent during the spring season, and we plan to be open until Golden Week in May. The famous ``47PARKS'' is a high-quality park with jumps of various sizes from 13m to 3m, half pipes, and a variety of JIB items that are easy to step up to beginners, intermediates, and advanced levels. In spring, the soft snow allows for soft landings, making it easy to practice jumping. It's a great environment for people who want to get better at park riding.
From Monday, March 10th to Golden Week, as a spring skiing campaign, one-day lift tickets will be discounted from normal at 7,500 yen for adults (ages 18-59) and seniors (ages 60-79).
[This
type of ski resort] Of all the HAKUBA VALLEY ski resorts, this is the one facing the north.
The slopes are located at an altitude of 820m to 1,614m, and most of the slopes face northeast, so the quality of the snow is excellent. Although the slopes are compact, you can ski over a wide area, including the membership-only tree area. Hakuba47's strongest weapon would be "47PARKS". The whole park is the size of one lift, and over 30 items are packed in the total length of 600m. You can also take park ride lessons at JAPAN PARK SCHOOL.
◆Official HP Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park
[Nagano Prefecture]
Tsugaike Mountain Resort | TSUGAIKE MOUNTAIN RESORT
The ropeway also begins early in spring! Enjoy BC and snowshoes
Open May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Tsugaike Mountain Resort is usually skiing until Golden Week. As of April 7th, over 280cm of snow was still alive and well at the summit. It's still in good condition to slide.
"OAKLEY TG PARKS," produced by HYWOD member and one of Japan's leading slope style coaches, Hannishi Sho, is opening in the spring on the Hannoki slopes. We have a wide selection of kickers of various sizes, as well as items such as rails and boxes.
The ropeway will also begin operation from March 6th. It can reach an altitude of 1,800m and also has access to the backcountry. This train can be boarded without any sliding equipment, making it perfect for sightseeing in the snowy mountains in the spring.
During the spring skiing period, you can get a 5,500 yen one-day adult lift ticket, and a 2,000 yen discount from the high season. Furthermore, if you use the web ticket, you can enjoy it at a reasonable price of 5,700 yen for a one-day ticket plus a lunch ticket worth 1,000 yen.
[Ski resorts like this]
Among the big scale Tsugaike Mountain Resort, one of the most popular ski resorts, has 10 courses, with one gondola and 18 lifts. The peak at an altitude of 1,704m to the foot of the mountain is approximately 900m, and you can run down the long grooming burn, which weighs over 4km.
The "TSUGAPOW DBD" at the top is a limited area with no pressure snow within the ski resort managed area. You can only ski on a lecture and wear an armband. It's a special place where you can enjoy Hakuba powder while gaining knowledge of backcountry safety.
The Backcountry (BC) that opens in lift access from Tsugaike Mountain Resort is also known for being an ideal environment for beginners in BC. This is a ski resort where powder enthusiasts and backcountry beginners can have a great experience.
◆ Official website https://www.tsugaike .gr.jp
Niigata area
[Niigata Prefecture]
LOTTE ARAI RESORT
With a first class lift ticket, you can get priority boarding from 8:00!
Open until Sunday, May 11th
[Spring Season]
Spring season is from Monday, March 24th to Sunday, May 11th. Due to the large amount of snow, the powder reset rate during the season is one of Japan's highest. During this 24-25 season, as of early April, there was more than 4m of snow at the table rack station. During the top season, 84% of all snow is uncompressed, but the characteristic of spring slopes is that the natural terrain on the large slopes is more visible, making terrain play even more enjoyable. In addition, in spring, there are more beautifully leveled snow courses, and snow parks are also full of items and are fun. Spring is a unique way to enjoy carving comfortably at the scaled grooming burn, or enjoy the park's play in the sunlight and mellow.
Arai's unique features are "first class" and "economy class." Having a first class lift ticket will allow you to prioritize boarding of certain lifts (Arai Gondola, trouser lift, no-hair lift). You can ride the gondola from 8:00, 30 minutes earlier than usual. During the spring season, first class one-day tickets (ages 19-59) are 7,000 yen, a discount of 2,500 yen from the high season. (High season is 9,500 yen)
[This kind of ski resort]
Boasting an unbelievable amount of snowfall of 18m per year, the top of the slope is 1,280m above sea level, the longest run is 7.0km, and it has a unique layout with a deep depth. Big-scale slopes are 84% ungroomed slopes and amazing freeriding havens. Among them, there are 4 non-compressed snow courses and 10 free riding zones (avalanche terrain) with varied terrain such as steep slopes, tree runs, and long courses. It is also attractive that you can enjoy the feeling of a luxury resort in a quiet, calm and modern atmosphere.
◆ Official HP / https://www.lottehotel.com/arai-resort/ja/ski-webzine.html
[Niigata Prefecture]
Seki Onsen｜SEKIONSEN
Seki Onsen Ski Carnival and Fireworks Festival will be held on Saturday, April 5th!
Scheduled to open until mid-May
[Spring Season]
As this is a ski resort boasts one of Japan's most heavy snowfalls, Seki Onsen has snowfall of over 2m each year, even in April. As of April this winter, there is still 460cm of snow. We are open for a lot during Golden Week in May, and will continue to open until mid-May if there is snow. Although there is no lift fee for the spring period, Seki Onsen one-day lift tickets are originally only 4,000 yen in the whole season.
On Saturday, April 5th, the Seki Onsen ski carnival will be held, purported to be the "oldest ski carnival in Japan." You can enjoy fireworks on the slopes and skiing time shining.
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Speaking of Seki Onsen, it is synonymous with "heavy snow". The Myoko area is the area where the cold air from the Sea of Japan hits snow first. The course design is simple with only two lifts, but the course is full of ups and downs, and most of the snow is not compacted. It is popular among powder enthusiasts as a little-known spot that they don't want to tell people about. The charm of Seki Onsen is not only the heavy snow, but also the atmospheric hot springs and the Japanese rural atmosphere. The ski slopes also have a local mood and a comfortable "home feeling".
◆Official HP／ http://www.sekionsen.com/index.php
[Niigata Prefecture]
Kandatsu Snow Resort | KANDATSU SNOW RESORT
Kamitate's spring business is also available from March 31st to April 13th, with great value for lift tickets!
Open until Sunday, April 13th
[Spring Season]
Spring in Kamitate is bustling with users who enjoy a lot of fun, mainly in the abundant park. Opening in spring is from Monday, March 31st to Sunday, April 13th. Lift operations are open from 8:00 to 16:00 (no night hours operations). The spring one-day tickets are 3,500 yen and the spring four-hour tickets are 3,000 yen, so it's a pretty good deal, with the price remaining the same from last season.
Furthermore, in spring, women's dishes are available every weekday! The "Spring 1-day ticket + ladies' scrape" set is an incredible amount of 3,300 yen. In addition, Spring Season Passes are also available from the date of purchase until the end of the season. It is also available on weekdays and weekends and holidays, and is 25,000 yen for adults, children and seniors. It also comes with perks.
・Season tickets offered by the counter, and companions can purchase one-day lift tickets for 500 yen off (no limit on the number of people, no discount on lift tickets when opening nights)
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Kandatsu Snow Resort is famous and popular as a day trip ski slope from the Tokyo metropolitan area. Although the ski resort is compact in size, it has attractive courses and is well equipped with facilities such as hot springs and nap rooms, so many skiers and snowboarders come here every weekend with season tickets. Partly because of this, the park culture has been deeply rooted since ancient times, and the park is outstanding. From ``HIKE UP PARK'', which has items that even beginners can enjoy, ``P-canFACTORY Jump Practice Park'', where you can concentrate on practicing jumping, ``SCLOVER PARK'', for intermediate and advanced users, where you can hone your slopestyle techniques, and more. There are 4 types in the lineup.
◆ Official HP / https://www.kandatsu.com/
[Niigata Prefecture]
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort | OKUTADAMIMARUYAMA
“Spring Unexplored Region” where spring is extremely fun
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
Spring is the main character in Okutami Maruyama! As I was like, there was a lot of fun skiing around the park, tree runs, and the spring was incredibly fulfilling. The Antelope course, which can be considered the main slope of Oku Tadami, has no pressure snow at the bottom of the A course for experts. Powder in winter and mobs in spring. Courses B and C are diverse, and you can also apply walls next to the course and play in the terrain. The D and E courses will be open only in spring. A spring-only snow park is also open, and Banked Slalom will also appear in mid-April.
The spring skiing season is scheduled to open until Golden Week. Lift tickets are 4,500 yen for adults, 3,800 yen for seniors, and 3,400 yen for AM/PM tickets. A two-day ticket costs 7,500 yen, which is a great deal.
[This kind of ski resort]
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort, located in one of Japan's heaviest snowfall areas, is a famous and popular spot for the first slide that can be enjoyed from the end of November and the spring slide that opens from the end of March due to the amount of snow. The number of lifts is small, but the maximum skiing distance from the summit to the foot is a whopping 4,000m.
◆Official HP／ //okutadami.co.jp/ski/
[Niigata Prefecture]
Kagura Ski Resort | KAGURA
Perfect for experiencing backcountry for the first time!
The slopes boast groomed slopes and beautifully shaped bumpy slopes!
Tashiro Area May 6th (Tuesday and closed) | Kagura Mitsumata Area Open until Sunday, May 18th
[Spring Season]
Kagura is said to be one of Honshu's most heavy snowy spots, and this season has been blessed with snow, with 450cm of snow on the summit and 380cm of snow at the foot of the mountain as of April 2nd. Spring is long, and the Kagura Mitsumata area is scheduled to open until Sunday, May 18th. Kagura is a very popular place for those who want to make their debut in the backcountry from the slopes.
At the top of the ski resort, at the end of the Kagura No. 5 Romance Lift (commonly known as Goroma), there is a gate to the backcountry (BC), allowing easy access to the BC, so many BC fans use it. Especially in spring, the weather is stable and the sun is long, so it is recommended for skiers and snowboarders who are trying BC for the first time, and for inexperienced entry users. There are several guide club tours for beginners, so it's good to use them. While learning how to use the avalanche gear and how to ski on the BC, you can enjoy the BC safely and securely.
Kagura Ski Resort in spring is attractive for groomed slopes and beautifully shaped bumpy slopes. In the morning, you can enjoy the closed groom, and in the afternoon, you can enjoy the granulated snow with light spray. Kagura Park, which requires a big kicker, is also very popular.
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Kagura, which is convenient to access by car or Shinkansen, is especially recommended for those who are new to powder and backcountry skiing. It has favorable conditions such as quantity and quality of snow, ease of access, variety of slopes, and low risk of avalanches and getting lost due to terrain. There are two bases, Tashiro and Mitsumata, and a vast slope spreads out at the end of each ropeway. Due to its high altitude, the quality of snow is outstanding despite being close to the Tokyo metropolitan area. If you are a backcountry tour with a guide service, even beginners can try it.
◆ Official HP / https://www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/kagura/winter/
[Niigata Prefecture]
GALA Yuzawa ｜ GALA YUZAWA
"Let's go today!"
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
GALA Yuzawa is even more powerful in spring by taking advantage of the abundant amount of snowfall. Snow Park's "GALA QUEST PARK" will open from March 1st. A large number of kickers and jib items for advanced players are added, and the "Level Up Park" dedicated to hiking up is being taught free of charge by QUEST staff to park beginners.
The spring period at GALA Yuzawa is from Monday, April 7th to May 6th (Tuesday, holiday). The lift ticket is 5,800 yen for an adult 1-day ticket (4,900 yen for online purchases) and 9,200 yen for two-day tickets (8,000 yen for online purchases). Spring season tickets are also on sale. Adults can ski unlimitedly for 26,000 yen, so if you go skiing five times, the spring pass is a great deal.
Furthermore, by presenting your GALA passport, you can purchase a one-day lift ticket at Kamitate Snow Resort, Smile Group (Maiko, Nakazato, Muika), Joetsu International Ski Resort, Iwahara Ski Resort, NASPA Ski Garden, Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort, and Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort for 3,000 yen.
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Arrive in about 75 minutes from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen. GALA Yuzawa boasts a miraculous access, directly connected to the ski resort from the station. Since JR East is the parent company, the Shinkansen + lift ticket, rental, etc. are bundled, so it is convenient that you can spend cashless at meals, hot springs, and most of the facilities. Despite its compact size, it has 16 courses and the longest running distance is 2,500m. Satisfaction is enough to be able to go on a day trip.
◆ Official HP / https://gala.co.jp/winter/
[Niigata Prefecture]
CHARMANT HIUCHI Ski Resort
Spring Charmant boasts mellow grainy snow
Open until May 5th (Monday, public holidays)
[Spring season]
Charmant has an abundance of snow that remains until spring. It is surprising that the amount of snowfall exceeds 500 cm in the middle of March every year. Since 65% of the entire ski resort is uncompacted snow, the loose conditions in spring create a nice natural topography, and the entire slope can be played like a park, which is very popular with freeride enthusiasts. It is also popular with skiers who like bumps.
The abundantly stored rough snow is slippery, and there is no need to do a hard powder hunt like in the high season, making it the perfect place to enjoy leisurely, mellow riding at your own pace. Charmant Hitty is just the mountains (ski resorts) themselves. It might be a good idea to settle down and go out and have fun in early spring when the weather is stable.
This season we are selling the Spring Skiing Season Pass, the Spring Skiing Season Pass. The price is 25,000 yen and can be used until the end of the season.
[This kind of ski resort]
This area is famous for its heavy snowfall, but during the high season, the amount of snowfall constantly exceeds 500 cm, so the amount of snowfall is extraordinary. The ski resort is also preparing an environment that can provide this excessively abundant snow in the best form. The keywords are "non-compressed snow principle" and "nature as it is". Continuing efforts to not compact the snow, more than 65% are set as non-compressed snow areas and courses.
◆Official website/ https://charmant-hiuchi.jp
[Niigata Prefecture]
Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort | MYOKO SUGINOHARA
Business has been re-extended! Suginohara is still skiing
Open until Sunday, April 6th
[Spring Season]
Thanks to the abundant snow that has fallen this season, Myoko Suginohara Ski Resort has been extended until March 30th. But I can still ski! Due to the slope conditions, the extension has been decided until Sunday, April 6th. The name is "611WEEK," and Suginohara Gondola runs only in the morning from 6am to 11am. You can only enjoy the tight morning bang now!
The lift ticket is a 5-hour ticket for adults and 5,700 yen for seniors and junior high and high school students. Please note that rentals, restaurants and schools are closed.
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You can see Lake Nojiri and Okushinano below the Suginohara Gondola, which connects to the summit of the gondola at an altitude of approximately 1,500m. The sliding distance with an altitude difference of 1,124m is a long distance of approximately 8.5km! The long course, which has been hit hard by the snow, is one of the best in Japan. Myoko Suginohara is popular for being able to fully enjoy high-speed long turns, and not only will it satisfy carving fans, but it is also highly rated by powder freaks.
When the high-quality snow brought about by the top area at an altitude of 1,855m accumulates on the two 800m-long powder courses, the Super Giant Course and the Super Mogul Course, it's powder heaven. Also, the snow park with many items is very powerful.
◆ Official HP / https://www.princehotels.co.jp/ski/myoko/winter/
Gunma area
[Gunma Prefecture]
Marunuma Kogen Ski Resort ｜ MARUNUMA KOGEN
A symbolic existence where natural terrain play is mastered
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Season]
For those who prefer freeride, Marunuma's unique "selling" can be enjoyed through the natural terrain. In spring, the terrain appears as snow melts, so there are more places to play in than in the high season, making Marunuma even more powerful. The combination of various types of walls and changing snow quality means that no matter when you go there, you won't be able to find the same situation. It's truly a paradise for terrain play, where you'll never get bored of it and become obsessed with terrain play. Many ski resorts in Gunma have the common point of being able to play natural walls, but Marunuma can be said to be a symbol of this.
Spring season fees will be from Monday, March 17th to May 6th (Tuesday, closed), and on weekends and holidays, one-day lift tickets for adults will cost 5,400 yen and 4,900 yen for seniors. This season, we are offering a 50th anniversary discount, and adults will receive a discount of 5,000 yen on weekdays! There are also friendly passes that are only available in the 1st, 4th, and central lifts, which costs 3,000 yen. If you're a snow park user, that's what you'll be able to handle.
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Marunuma features a variety of skiing experiences, including a long ride with a maximum run length of 4km, a beautiful compacted snow slope, a paradise for topographical play, an uncompacted snow powder area, and a mogul area. Also, because the altitude is 2,000m, it has a reputation for good snow quality. On powder days, you can go around the whole ski resort with just one ropeway, so it's very efficient. With 13 courses that can be enjoyed in various styles and lines from top to bottom, it is understandable that there are many season pass users in the long season.
◆ Official HP / https://www.marunuma.jp/winter/
[Gunma Prefecture]
Mt.T by Hoshino Resorts | Mt.T by Hoshino Resorts
I want to fully enjoy the famous "Tajirizawa course" with a total length of over 4km
Open until Sunday, April 6th
[Spring Season]
Mt. T by Hoshino Resorts was changed to "Tanigawadake Tenjindaira Ski Resort by Hoshino Resort" in December 2024. Due to the tough natural conditions, many users feel particularly nervous about skiing during the high season, but in spring the weather tends to be stable, so you should be able to enjoy it more relaxed and more relaxed than in the high season.
One-day tickets (adults) are 9,000 yen, and you can ride both the ropeway (uphill) and the lift as many times as you like. Until the ski resort closes on Sunday, April 6th, the ropeway's opening hours will be 8:00-4:30pm (lift 8:30-3:30pm).
◆Official website/ https://tanigawadake-joch.com/mt-t/
[Gunma Prefecture]
Kawaba Ski Resort | KAWABA
Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the essence of freeriding at THE SURF RIDE PARK
Open until Sunday, April 20th
[Spring Season]
Until the ski resort closes on April 20th, the fee will be "spring slip fees" and will cost 5,500 yen for adults, 5,200 yen for seniors (ages 50 and over), and 3,500 yen for children (elementary and junior high school students).
When it comes to enjoying the spring riverba, there are various snow parks. The main park "FLUX PARK" is packed with a variety of items and sections; THE FREE RIDE PARK is a natural park where you can enjoy the unique valley terrain of Kawaba; THE SURF RIDE PARK is an attraction course where you can freely enjoy 3D terrain, including banks, waves, and natural terrain walls that are artificially built within the course, and experience the essential sliding and playing methods of freeride. Beginners also have Milk Soap PARK.
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2 hours north of Kanetsu Expressway from Tokyo. Kawaba is the closest from Numata IC. With an altitude of 1250m at the base area and 1870m at the summit, it is located at a high altitude among the ski resorts in the Kanto area, and during the high season, the finest smooth natural snow falls. The vast slopes are dotted with a wide variety of courses, and the total distance from the top to the bottom of the ski resort is about 3300m, so you can enjoy a super long run. "OFF THE PISTE" where you can enjoy the feeling of off-piste in a controlled limited area on the slopes, 3 types of high-quality parks, and mogul courses are famous for having many repeaters.
◆ Official HP / https://www.kawaba.co.jp/snow/
Kansai/Chukyo area
[Gifu Prefecture]
Takasu Snow Park | TAKASU MOUNTAINS
Open until Golden Week this year!
Open until May 6th (Tuesday and holidays)
[Spring Skiing]
Spring is still the highest season for Takawashi Snow Park. It's fun to call it "Spring Tacus" and has a variety of gimmicks. A spring-only spring park has been opened at the summit, with one-day lift tickets worth 5,900 yen. This is a common ticket with Dynaland, which is connected at the top of the slopes, so I'm very pleased to be able to ski at two resorts throughout the spring day.
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You can go up to the top of the slopes at an altitude of 1,550m in one go with a 15-passenger gondola with a total length of 2,700m. The upper part of the slope is connected to Dynaland, and you can freely go back and forth between the two big slopes with a common lift ticket. Its longest run is 4,900m, and there are two other long courses over 4,000m, making it perfect for long cruising.
◆ Official HP / https://www.takasu.gr.jp/