Introducing Rusutsu Resort's recommended courses, weather forecasts, live cameras, and course maps
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Rusutsu Resort (Hokkaido) is a ski resort like this
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Enjoy beautiful powder tree riding on an overwhelming scale
Rusutsu Resort is located in the central area of Hokkaido, close to Niseko. It boasts 37 runs on three mountains - West Mt., East Mt. and Mt. Isola - with a total ski run of 42km, making it the largest single resort in Japan. The vast fields are efficiently laid out with hooded lifts and gondolas, allowing for efficient skiing and comfortable transport
Mount Yotei blocks the moisture flowing in from the Sea of Japan, resulting in drier powder than the Niseko area. Intermittent snowfall from December to February resets the faces with fresh snow almost every day, making for a high chance of hitting powder.
Furthermore, the slopes of Mt. Isola and East Mt. face north, so they are less exposed to the sun, maintaining good snow conditions. Rusutsu, surrounded by abundant nature, is also a great place to enjoy tree runs in the beautiful forests scattered throughout.
Topics from the '25-26 season
Depending on how you use it, the 25-hour ticket and 5-hour top-up ticket are available again this season
The "25-hour" gondola lift ticket is a lift ticket that can be used 25 times in one-hour increments, and can be used across dates during the season. A 25-hour ticket is a ticket that contains 25 one-hour tickets. When you first pass through a gate, one hour is subtracted from your IC lift ticket, leaving you with 24 hours remaining. From that point on, you can pass through the gate as many times as you like within the hour. From then on, the time is subtracted every hour in the same way, for a total of 25 hours of use
After skiing for an hour from the gate, your ski mileage will not be deducted until you pass through the gate again, so you can take a leisurely lunch break during your time off. You can also ride the Across 1st and 2nd Pair Lifts, East Gondola Line 1, and Tower Pair Lift, which are used to travel back, for free, so you can rest assured
If the 25-hour ticket is not enough, you can add a "5-hour top-up" which can be added to your card if you have purchased a "25-hour ticket (including advance tickets)." The 5-hour top-up can also be used across dates
This winter, Lone Pine, the base of East Mt., will be completely renovated! ~A comfortable space for skiers and snowboarders~
Lone Pine, the slope restaurant located as the gateway to East Mt. and Mt. Isola, has undergone a complete renovation and will reopen on Monday, December 1st. Located at the foot of East Mt., it is easily accessible from the various hotels at Rusutsu Resort. Adjacent to the day-use parking lot, it has become a popular base for many users, meeting up on the slopes, eating, and taking a break. This renovation has completely revamped everything from the restaurant, shop, lockers, lounge, common areas, and restrooms. It will be reborn as a space where skiers and snowboarders from Japan and abroad can enjoy resort life in greater comfort and safety.
Maximum gradient: 40 degrees, average gradient: 32 degrees / Distance: 500m / Slope orientation: East
A steep slope starting from the summit of East Mt. This is the steepest run at Rusutsu Resort and has ungroomed snow, so you can enjoy the pleasant powder after a heavy snowfall. Large moguls are likely to form, making this a highly technical run that is usually suited to experts
・Heavenly Spirit Course
Maximum gradient: 22 degrees, average gradient: 19 degrees / Distance: 550m / Slope orientation: Northeast
The start is gentle, but if you take the Heavenly View Course that branches off, you can jump right in at high speed. The slope has a maximum gradient of 22 degrees and continues for nearly 500m, allowing you to fully enjoy Rusutsu's dry powder
・Heavenly Canyon Course
Tatsuya Yamagishi
Maximum gradient: 29 degrees, average gradient: 13 degrees / Distance: 1850m / Slope orientation: East
Located at the deepest part of Mt. Isola, this ungroomed run is representative of the Heavenly Area. The stream-based route means wind-blown snow tends to accumulate, and the run is an astounding 1,850m long. This is a popular spot in Rusutsu, attracting powder lovers of all kinds, both skiers and snowboarders
Recommended videos that make it easy to imagine the course
- Course level, percentage of ungroomed, groomed and moguls (%)
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Recommended hot springs
The resort's two hot springs offer the ultimate in relaxation: "Rusutsu Onsen Kotobuki no Yu" on the 6th floor of the North Wing of Rusutsu Resort Hotel, and "Westin Rusutsu Onsen" on the 2nd floor of The Westin Rusutsu Resort. Both hot springs offer beautiful seasonal views while you soak in the skin-beautifying waters. With a large open-air bath, cave bath, jacuzzi, sauna, and more, they offer the perfect environment for soothing and relaxing after a day of skiing.
Recommended facilities
Get the body you've always dreamed of at the cutting-edge fitness area of Rusutsu Resort Hotel North Wing. Located on the 4th floor, Wellness Center Zyu is a fitness gym and studio equipped with cutting-edge equipment. Physical measurements and counseling will help you find the perfect approach. You can also experience beauty treatments and whitening treatments in the self-care room. This wellness center provides total care for your mind and body, allowing you to enjoy a fulfilling wellness experience that is unique to this place.
Information
Rusutsu Resort 13 Izumikawa, Rusutsu Village, Abuta District, Hokkaido 048-1711
