Hakuba Valley boasts an abundance of snow and is visited by many people in search of powder. Among them, Hakuba Cortina, which is located in the northernmost part, is popular among many core skiers not only for its excellent snow quality, but also for its numerous gentle slopes.
The slopes spread out in a fan shape centering on Green Plaza Hakuba at the foot of the mountain, and most of the courses are connected to the base area. It has excellent access to all courses, and it is also attractive to be able to turn efficiently.
The vertically long course has trees and swamp-like topography,
and is rich in variation.the north-facing slopes until
DATA
Altitude
1,402m
Longest run distance
3,500m
Elevation difference
530m
Maximum slope
42°
16 courses
6 lifts
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SNOW DATA from 2015 to 2019
| Late December | January | February | March | |
| average snowfall | 150cm | 250cm | 283cm | 233cm |
| average temperature | -5℃ | -6℃ | -5℃ | -2.3℃ |
Recommended powder course
A.Highly recommended course for powder fans "Hiedayama Course 2"
First thing in the morning, head to Cortina Quad Lift No. 2 in front of the hotel. Then take the Cortina No. 4 Pair Lift and head for the Hiedayama Course 2. From the top of the altitude of 1344m, you can slide down a steep slope with an average slope of 36 degrees and a maximum of 42 degrees in one go, and you will be able to slide down an exhilarating one.
| running distance | 625m |
| slope | Maximum 42 degrees/average 36 degrees |
| direction of the slope | North |
| Shortest access method | Cortina 2nd quad lift → Cortina 4th pair lift |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | about 50 people |
B. "Itadaira Course" with a moderate slope that is perfect for getting your feet warmed up
Next, head to the Itadaira Course. This is the flagship course located almost in the center of the summit area, and you can enjoy some of the lightest snow in Japan.
| running distance | 600m |
| slope | 31 degrees maximum/26 degrees average |
| direction of the slope | South |
| Shortest access method | Cortina 2nd quad lift → Cortina 4th pair lift |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | about 50 people |
C. "Hiedayama Course 1", which attracts a lot of attention next to the lift.
Then take the 4th pair lift again to "Hiedayama Course 1". With an average slope of 23 degrees, this course is ideal for intermediate skiers. You can enjoy the natural topography along with the fluffy powder on the stream-like course.
| running distance | 640m |
| slope | 35 degrees maximum/23 degrees average |
| direction of the slope | east |
| Shortest access method | Cortina 2nd quad lift → Cortina 4th pair lift |
Lift operation start time for access | 8:30 |
Number of people queuing before lift operation starts on weekends and holidays | about 50 people |
Every year, Hakuba Cortina is so popular that it runs out of powder within an hour of opening. I want to prepare well by watching the weather forecast.
Recommended topics
Fat ski rental with advice from CHECK
If it snows well, I want to ski on fat skis. In such a case, let's take advantage of the rental. It is popular with all users because it is possible to receive polite advice from professional staff who know the local snow according to the conditions of the day. The fee is 6,000 yen per day for a ski set. You can rent it for 2 days or extend it by 1 hour.
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guests will be held again this season
For those who want to dive into the slopes faster than anyone else, the fast track is available exclusively for hotel guests. You can get on the 2nd lift 15 minutes earlier than the normal service, and you can ski the Ikenota slopes before the opening, when no one is skiing. This season, it will be held on February 28th, March 7th and 14th. Limited to 10 people each time. Book at check-in.