Introducing recommended courses, weather forecasts, live cameras, and course maps for Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort (Nagano) is such a ski resort
Once you visit, you will be captivated by the hot spring atmosphere and various courses
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, 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 placement of the lifts has been devised, and it is possible to efficiently flow into various courses.
The non-compressed snow zone in the Yamabiko area at the top of the mountain is an irresistible zone for lovers of deep snow, where you can enjoy a beautiful tree run between beech and white birch trees.
For après-ski, you can enjoy walking around the hot spring town while soaking your feet in the footbath, or visiting the 13 hot springs.
'23-24 season topics
Commemorative IC card sales for the 100th anniversary of the opening of Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort
Limited to 3,000 special lift ticket IC cards created to commemorate Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort's 100th anniversary! A serial number is printed on each card, and commemorative card holders are provided with various benefits as affiliated villagers.
You can also load and use the card online by reading the two-dimensional code on the back of the card with your smartphone. The 100th anniversary card is only sold at the official online store. 11,000 yen (tax included) Click here .
In addition, as part of the 100th anniversary event, ``100 people who skied over 100km will be randomly selected to receive luxurious prizes.'' This winter at Nozawa Onsen looks like it will be filled with a celebratory mood for the 100th anniversary.
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Recommended Course
・Yamabiko B course
Maximum slope: 33 degrees Average: 17 degrees / Distance: 800m / Slope direction: ー
The Yamabiko area, which extends from 1,400m to 1,650m above sea level, has excellent snow quality, and 1m of fresh snow can pile up overnight! The Yamabiko B course is a loose, uncompacted snow course. There are many spots along the course where you can enjoy deep snow. When there is no fresh snow, you can enjoy comfortable carving with good edge hold at speed while enjoying moderately changing slopes.
Challenge 39° wall
Maximum slope: 39 degrees Average: - degrees / Distance: 300m / Slope orientation: -
The slope is so steep that it boasts the highest slope in the Nozawa Onsen ski area at 39 degrees, so much so that you can't see the middle part of the slope from the entrance. After snowfall, you can enjoy a steep and deep powder ride. This is one of the courses that Nozawadori powder fans aim for first after a snowfall.
・Black saddle course
Maximum slope: 37 degrees Average: 28 degrees / Distance: 550m / Slope direction: ー
On the right side of the entrance of Ushikubi Course, you can slide down towards Hikage Slope. After it snows, you can run from the top of the Nagasaka Gondola to Mizunashi Slope to Kurogura Course for a little-known powder run.
A video that helps you visualize the course
course map
weather forecast
live camera
Mount Kenashi Summit
Yamabiko Course C
Uenotaira Slope
Hikage Slope
Nagasaka Slope
lift fee
| adult | Senior | child | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day ticket | 6,800 yen | 5,400 yen | 4,100 yen |
Slope information
·Basic information
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| Top altitude 1,650m | Longest run 10,000m | Elevation difference 1085m | Maximum slope 39° |
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44 courses | 19 lifts | 2 gondolas | ropeway -book |
・Monthly average snowfall
| December | January | February | March | April |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100m | 300cm | 300cm | 200cm | 100cm |
・Course level, percentage of uncompacted snow, compacted snow, and bumps (%)
Recommended information from ski resorts
Berry Pizza @Kitchen Seabos
The closest restaurant to Shin-Nagasaka Gondola Yamabiko Station. After receiving your order, this authentic pizza is baked in a stone oven.The freshly baked pizza is baked in a special oven and has a reputation for being exquisite. Click here for a special menu to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ski resort's opening.
Nozawa Onsen Sparina
About 1 minute by car from Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort Parking Lots 1 and 2.
A variety of day-trip hot spring facilities, including a large open-air bath where swimsuits are required, an open-air bath with a view of the natural hot spring water, separate indoor baths for men and women, and separate saunas for men and women. Restaurant Chantelle is also popular for its original menu using traditional Nozawa Onsen ingredients.
Information
Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort
7653 Toyosato, Nozawa Onsen Village, Shimotakai District, Nagano Prefecture 389-2502
