Rusutsu Resort | Hokkaido

The number of courses and the total running distance are No. 1 in Hokkaido!
Overwhelming scale and quality

Even though Hokkaido is vast, there is no place where you can ski as long as Rusutsu.

Rusutsu has 37 courses laid out on the three mountain slopes of West, East, and Isola, each of which is very long. If you connect them, the total running distance is actually 42km! It is said that it will also be The distance from Sapporo to Otaru is 39km, so when you think that you will reach Otaru while skating all the courses in Rusutsu, you will be amazed at the scale. The total number of courses and the total running distance boasts Hokkaido's number one. Of course, the quality of snow in Hokkaido is JAPOW (Japan powder).

On the contrary, since Rusutsu is located inland, the snow is remarkably dry. And it rains a lot. Moreover, the number of people is relatively small compared to the size of the slopes, so there are few intense competition for powder. If we imagine that there will be almost no inbound skiers and snowboarders in the 2020-21 season, the aim is to have an even bigger chance to fully enjoy the blissful powder snow.

You can do everything you want powder, grooming, long tree

THE Perfect mountains.

There are 37 courses that cover all possible situations. In Rusutsu, there are ski slopes, side country in unmanaged ski areas, parks that make use of unique natural topography (closed in the 2020-21 season), grooming fields that are said to be too beautiful, and even top skiers. It's a perfect mountain where all kinds of skiing can be realized, such as long courses that make your knees laugh, and even night skiing.

As you can see from the ski resort map, the course slopes in Rusutsu vary in different directions, so the snow conditions vary depending on the direction of the slopes, the amount of snowfall at that time, the direction of the wind, and the direction of the sun. In other words, there are many options to choose a good place and ski.

On sunny days, you can see the magnificent scenery of Lake Toya and Mt. It is not just skiing that is satisfying, but a mountain where you can feel that your heart is satisfied by being surrounded by nature.

West Mt. [West] ｜ East Mt. [East] ｜ Mt.Isola [Isola ]

A quick explanation of the three mountains

Each of the three mountains that make up Rusutsu has its own unique flavor.

The whole picture is as shown on this slope map. West Mt. [West] ｜ East Mt. [East] ｜ Mt.Isola [Isola], let's know the outline of each. West Mt. [Waist] located in the back right behind Mt. Yotei, is somewhat compact in size.

However, it attracts families to freestylers skating down side country parks. Access is easy in front of the hotel, and you can enjoy night skiing without feeling cold. East Mt. [East] which connects with Mt. Isola, features a long course.

The East Vivaldi Course, which stretches for 2,300m from the summit, and the East Tigne Course, which follows the ridgeline and has a good view, are long and moderate slopes that are very slippery. In addition, there is a slope of 40 degrees, which is the steepest slope in Rusutsu, just below the summit, and it is a perfect score. Mt.Isola is where skiers who are proud of their skills gather . Starting with the 3,500m Isola Grand Course, the longest in Rusutsu, its sense of scale and abundance of course variety make it one of the three mountains. Topographically, it has multiple swamps, and you can clearly see that there are many advanced courses. Powder tends to accumulate on the course that falls into the stream, so it is very popular with powder lovers. Rusutsu's specialty points are also here!

*Some gondolas and lifts are scheduled to be suspended during the 2020-21 season.
Please check the HP Official HP / https://rusutsu.com/lift-and-trails-status/

3 points to fully enjoy Rusutsu on this scale

With the scale up to this point, it seems that the day will be over just by going to the site and checking the location. Here are three ways to enjoy Rusutsu to the fullest.

1. Let the Rusutsu-savvy riders teach you the "best"!

Let's ask riders who are familiar with Rusutsu how they enjoy skating on Rusutsu so that you never miss the "good points"! Where is your favorite powder spot? Which is the best course to satisfy ski pros? I'm curious.

2. Get a sense of the spot and distance you want to ski on the course map!

Rusutsu is wide and long, so check the course profile and recommendations from the STEEP editorial department for "This place will be slippery!" And it is important to check the position and get a sense of the distance on the course map as soon as possible when you go to the site. If you can grasp the sense of distance with your own senses, you must be able to go to a good place before other people.

3. Stay as long as possible!

In order to fully enjoy Rusutsu, which is so vast and varied, a day trip or one night and two days on weekends is definitely not enough! If possible, I would like to stay for 2 nights, 3 nights and 4 days. Rusutsu says that you can enjoy the best stay as much as skiing. If you stay at a hotel with a slope in front of you, you can enjoy the first track in the morning.

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Hokkaido-born Hidemitsu Okada's "My Style of Rusutsu Skiing"

Hidemitsu Okada who has skied in Hokkaido for a long time

Hidemitsu Okada, also known as "Hide", was born and raised in Hokkaido, and is a top rider active in the freeride ski scene based in Hokkaido. He has been active in freestyle contests in Japan and overseas, and has since expanded his activities to the backcountry, leaving behind many filmed works and videos. Hide, who was born in Hokkaido and has been skating all his life in Hokkaido, says that Rusutsu Resort is his favorite place. What kind of place do you like?

“This is a ski resort that will definitely satisfy skiers.

“It goes without saying that Rusutsu has good snow quality, but I think it’s a ski resort that can satisfy skiers of all genres. The courses are wide, so the carving on the slopes feels good, and the powder rides on non-compacted snow courses are great. However, I think that there are plenty of gentle slopes that beginners can enjoy.The

beginning of the season and the high season are just the best!!The altitude and latitude are not that high, so the conditions are not stable in the spring. However, it can also be said that it is interesting because it changes.I think that it is a ski resort that will definitely satisfy skiers, so I definitely want you to go.”

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My Favorite BEST Course 3

　Super East Course　

"The snow is uncompacted and has a steep slope, so it's especially great in the morning when it's snowing!"

Steamboat Course A　

“Because the course width is wide, you can freely draw your favorite turn arc.”

Heavenly Spirit Course　

“Because the terrain is slightly mortar-shaped, and you can ski while doing hits and tricks to the left and right.”

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my iron plate routine

When I come to Rusutsu, I will: 1. Super East Course → 2. Steamboat Course A → 3. I do almost nothing except skiing in order of the Heavenly Spirit course. Although there are times when you slip into the forest course on the side of the course. (smile)

Golden lift that you can enjoy with just one

"I'll teach you the strongest one.
the Isola 3rd Quad Lift."

Is it the "Isola No. 3 Quad Lift" that runs toward the summit of Mt. Isola? I like uncompacted snow, so I often use this lift to cycle the "Heavenly Canyon Course" and "Heavenly Spirit Course". I will show you the fun points on the illustration.

my favorite lunch menu

The recommendation for ski resorts is the "simmered egg omelet rice" at the restaurant "Steamboat". However, I think the pizza in the south wing of the Rusutsu Resort Hotel was delicious. With this, I'm just a pizza lover (laughs).

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Recommended courses still available

Let's take a look at some of the recommended courses for freeride enthusiasts that are popular in terms of course profile, such as distance, slope, slope direction, and topography.

Isola Gran Course

Distance: 3500m / Slope: Maximum 20° ◎ Average 12° / Level: Intermediate / Mt.Isola

too beautiful grooming barn

The compacted snow barn on Mt. Isola, which is called "too beautiful grooming barn" (photo). The careful work by the craftsmen makes me feel pride, it's no longer a work. The pleasure of cutting through this corduroy with high-speed turns is irresistible. "Anyway, the course is long, so you can increase your speed comfortably, so it feels great!"

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Across A Course

Distance: 300m / Slope: Maximum 33° ◎ Average 29° / Level: Advanced / East Mt.

Fall in Furikozawa on a powder day!

We recommend Coco. The downhill route to the Furikozawa course between Mt.Isola and East Mt. is powder heaven. Above all, this Across A can be turned in the East No. 2 pair list, so you can enjoy deep snow efficiently.

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Isola B Course

Distance: 800m / Slope: Maximum 25° ◎ Average 22° / Level: ◆ Advanced / Mt.Isola

If you ride Isola No. 2, you can ski down most efficiently

This is a course that is called a famous place for cobb, and every year a continuous cobline is completed on a single line from the top to Furiko swamp. For mogul skiers, it is exciting as it tests their leg strength. Going down to the base one by one takes too much time. It is also important to ski strategically on the wide slopes.

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sky course

Distance: 500m / Slope Maximum 27° ◎ Average 15° / Level: Advanced / West Mt.

A course where you can enjoy the line of deep bumps on the left side from the West No. 2 Quad lift. The best part is that you can ski even at night. A spot where you can hone your technique even though it is short.

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Pick up non-compacted snow courses for each mountain

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Lunch and cafe spots on the slopes

I'm hungry because I can ski so much!
Popular lunch and cafe menu in Rusutsu

Slope restaurant at the foot of | Mt.Isola "Steamboat"
popular course "Steamboard A/B". Let's have the most popular "Toro Toro Egg Omurice" at Rusutsu Resort!

Cafeteria at the bottom of | Mt.Isola "Isola 2000"
Rusutsu Located at the end of the longest 3.5km course, a delicious meal awaits as a reward for your hard work. Popular is a soup curry with lots of vegetables and tender chicken.

A restaurant at the foot of East Mt.｜East Mt. Lone Pine
A convenient location for meeting up. The spa cutlet (pasta + cutlet) and the simmered hamburger in the photo are popular. It's hearty and full of flavor, hot and super delicious!

A slope restaurant at the foot of West
Mt. The ginger-grilled set meal using Rusutsu Kogen pork in the photo is the most popular.

2020-21 RUSUTSU Special Topics

Safe and secure snow life with the highest standard of corona countermeasures

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"Mt. Isola's Fast Track" is worth it

First thing in the morning, you can ski freely from the summit of Mt. Isola

'Isola's Fast Track' that allows free skiing from the top of Mt. Isola before regular opening hours.

If you participate in the fast track, you can move to the foot of Mt. Isola by a free shuttle bus before business hours, go up to the summit of Isola by gondola, and ski until the general opening of the slopes. It's great to be able to spray fresh snow on the Powder Heavenly course and other non-compressed snow courses!

Or ski down the 3,500m corduroy barn of the Isola Gran Course, pristinely groomed first thing in the morning. This service is held only on Sundays during the year-end and New Year holidays and the high season of January and February, when the probability of hitting the powder is high.

Rusutsu's fast track, where you can enjoy a powder long run like no other, is a must-experience. ・Date and time
2020/12/31 (Thu) - 2021/1/3 (Sun), 2021/1/10 (Sun), 2021/1/17 (Sun), 2021/1/24 (Sun), 2021/ 1/31 (Sun), 2021/2/7 (Sun), 2021/2/14 (Sun), 2021/2/21 (Sun), 2021/2/28 (Sun)

・Fee: 2,200 yen per person (tax included)
・Capacity: 50 people each day (reservation required)

A series of images set in Rusutsu by overseas film crews

"SHINRIN-YOKU"

A video shot at the Rusutsu Resort by the HEAD Freeskiing team, who stayed in Rusutsu last year. The white nature and culture of Japan captured by the foreign crew is expressed as "forest bathing." Be sure to check out the beautiful powder riding that runs through the trees of the silver world.

"2019-20 Torin J Wallace, Jossi Wells and McRae Williams at Rusutsu"

Free skiers who are also X Games medalists visited Rusutsu last season. A video full of "THE Rusutsu", such as the finest powder snow with only 5% moisture and the view from the top of Mt. Yotei. Shiribetsu-dake heli-skiing offers a breathtaking view of the silvery white scenery.

Gondola/lift 1-day ticket set of 5 advance tickets

This is a good deal!
Early bird lift ticket that can be used at all three ski resorts: Rusutsu Resort, Sapporo Teine, Tokachi Sahoro Resort and Kamori Kanko Group. It's a set of 5 single-use IC cards, one-day tickets, so you can share it with your family or friends and use it freely. Since you don't need to exchange it, you can directly get on the gondola lift, so you don't waste your precious time in the morning.

・Purchase period: Until December 10, 2020 (Thursday)
・Price (5 tickets): Adults 23,500 yen / Junior high and high school students 15,800 yen / Children (4 to 12 years old) 11,700 yen
・Purchase application: https://rusutsu. com/advance-lift-tickets/

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■ Data

Scheduled to open: Saturday, December 4, 2020 to Sunday, April 4, 2021
Business hours: 9:00 to 20:00, etc.
Adult lift 1-day ticket: 6,200 yen, etc.