Grand Snow Oku-Ibuki ['25-26]

With excellent access and hailed as the number one most popular ski resort in Japan,

Grand Snow Okuibuki is a hot resort currently attracting a lot of attention and popularity in the Kansai area. Just 50 minutes from Nagoya, 80 minutes from Kyoto, and 100 minutes from Osaka, and only 30 minutes from the highway exit for those traveling by car in the Kansai and Chubu regions, it's perfect for a day trip. The parking lot is mega-sized, accommodating 2,700 cars, and there's even an elevator that takes you directly to the slopes, making getting around from the parking lot a breeze.

The slopes have a deep course layout, offering a variety of free skiing courses including powder, steep slopes, and long runs. Of the 14 courses in total, there are four expert courses and one exclusively for skiers. With a maximum slope of 46 degrees, touted as the steepest in Japan, ungroomed courses, tree runs through beech forests, a mogul run that has produced Olympia participants, and of course a snow park, it offers a wide range of options to suit your skill level and preferences.

On clear days, the beautiful Mount Ontake and the distant Hakuba mountain range are visible, which is another of its attractions. Furthermore, the slopes are filled with live music by a DJ, creating a happy atmosphere, and there are various special service days, making it a ski resort packed with features to delight guests. It's no wonder it ranked number one in the nationwide ski resort popularity rankings.
(*According to Weather News'2024-25 nationwide ski resort popularity rankings)

This season, a new "rental house" has been built and equipped with 5,000 rental sets!

The new "rental house" will be unveiled along with the opening on November 14th (Friday), the earliest opening in Western Japan for the 2025-2026 season. Built at a cost of 980 million yen, the new rental house boasts 2.5 times the size of the previous one and is equipped with 5,000 ski and snowboard rental sets, one of the largest selections in Japan. The scale is also extraordinary, with 2,500 coin lockers installed.
The rental service quality at Grand Snow Okuibuki is among the best in Japan. With online advance reservations, there is no waiting time even during peak hours, a wide lineup of the latest models from popular brands, and a full range of kids' items, so you can visit with anyone and have a great time, even if you come "empty-handed".

The 2025-2026 season is packed with events! Check out the calendar!

One of the secrets to Grand Snow Okuibuki's popularity is its "events." The sheer variety is astonishing, with events like"Ladies' Day," "Handsome Guys' Day," and "Couples' Day" offering discounted lift tickets, as well as the delightful "Free Bus Day ~Eco Discount~" where bus service is free!
Furthermore, there's even a "Free Meal Day" where you can eat as much as you want at the restaurant for free, making you want to visit frequently. Check the event calendar on the official website for details!

Maximum slope: 30 degrees, Average: 25 degrees / Distance: 500m / Slope orientation: North.

An ungroomed course perfect for powder riding after snowfall. The line follows the ridge to the left from the Mont Blanc pair lift disembarking point. The north-facing orientation ensures consistently good snow conditions. The fact that it can be accessed with just one lift is another reason for its popularity. A magnificent panorama can also be enjoyed from the top of the course.

Maximum slope: 46 degrees, Average: 43 degrees / Distance: 400m / Slope orientation: North.

With a maximum slope of 46°, it boasts the steepest slope in Japan! This special spot is only open when there is a good amount of snow and the conditions are good. When you stand at the top, the slope is so steep that you can't see the bottom, which is thrilling. On mornings when fresh powder has accumulated here, you can experience a steep and deep ride that would grace the cover of an international ski magazine.

Maximum gradient: 20 degrees, average gradient: 13 degrees / Distance: 300m / Slope orientation: -

This course is at the top of the slope (1,250m) and can be reached by taking three lifts from the bottom. You can enjoy tree running in a beautiful primeval beech forest while admiring the spectacular view of the mountains below. There are few people here, so there is a good chance that powder snow will still be there. You can enjoy the trees and powder snow as you spin around on the Sky View Lift