Introducing recommended courses, weather forecasts, live cameras, and course maps at Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort
Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort is like this
A 7-minute aerial walk to an altitude of approximately 1000m and spectacular skiing is attractive.
It takes about 70 minutes by Shinkansen from the Tokyo metropolitan area, and about 2 minutes by free shuttle bus from JR Echigo Yuzawa Station to arrive at the foot of the ski resort. Yuzawa Plateau is characterized by its dynamic nature, as you can access the summit at 1,000 meters above sea level in just seven minutes by one of the world's largest ropeways, which can seat 166 people. I would definitely like to experience the ``7-minute walk in the air.''
The slopes are made up of two areas: the plateau area and the foothills area. The famous course is a long run with the longest run distance of 5km from the top to the bottom. Downhill while looking out at the magnificent panorama of the Echigo Sanzan and Tanigawa mountain ranges is an exhilarating experience. During the peak season or when a low-pressure system arrives, you can fully expect high-quality powder snow in the Yuzawa area.
Topics from the '25-26 season
You can go back and forth between 3 ski resorts! “YUZAWA SNOW LINK 」
For the 2025-2026 season, the "YUZAWA SNOW LINK" pass will be on sale, allowing visitors to freely travel between "Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort" and the neighboring "GALA Yuzawa" and "Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort." The connection of the three ski resorts creates a vast ski area with 48 courses, a depth of 900m, and a north-south stretch of 5,000m.
You can travel between each ski resort by ropeway, lift, or free shuttle bus, and enjoy a wide variety of courses.
Sales period: December 20, 2025 - March 22, 2026 (planned)
Price: 1-day pass for all three mountains: 9,500 yen / Advance online purchase: 8,500 yen
Recommended courses at Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort
・Blue poppy course
Maximum slope: 28 degrees Average: 22 degrees / Distance: 550m / Slope orientation: -
A course with a maximum slope of 28 degrees that can be enjoyed dynamically from the top of Yuzawa Plateau. Enjoy high-quality powder.
・Kisuge course
Maximum slope: 27 degrees Average: 20 degrees / Distance: 700m / Slope orientation: -The
wide main burn is the widest intermediate and advanced course in Yuzawa Kogen. At the bottom of the course there is an uncompacted snow zone where you can enjoy powder.
・Dicentra descent course
Maximum slope: 20 degrees Average: 12 degrees / Distance: 2000m / Slope orientation: - A
descending course that connects the plateau area to the foothills area. From the upper entrance, you can enjoy a spectacular view towards Minamiuonuma City, and you can enjoy a dynamic slide that will make you feel like you are jumping into the water.
Recommended videos to help you visualize the course
course map
weather forecast
View detailed snow forecast for
YuzawaKogen-Nunoba snow-forecast.com
live camera
In front of Restaurant Edelweiss (towards Minamiuonuma City)
In front of the Ropeway Summit Panorama Station (towards Mt. Omine)
lift fee
| Adults (junior high school students and above) | Senior (65 and over) | Children (elementary school students) | Kids (preschoolers aged 4-6, 12 /13-4/5） | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Spring 1-Day Ticket (First Skiing 2025: December 13-19, Spring Skiing 2026: March 30-April 5) | 4,200 yen | 3,700 yen | 2,500 yen | - |
| 1 day ticket (12/20/2025~3/29/2026) | 6,900 yen / 5,000 yen (weekdays, advance booking online) | 5,800 yen/- | 3,500 yen / 3,000 yen (weekdays, advance booking online) | 1,800 yen / 1,600 yen (advance booking online) |
Slope information
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| Top altitude 1,170m | Longest run 5,000m | Elevation difference 800m | Maximum slope 28° |
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8 courses | 4 lifts | Gondola -base | 1 ropeway |
・Course level, percentage of uncompacted snow, compacted snow, and bumps (%)
Recommended information from ski resorts
French-style cutlet "Cordon Bleu" @ "Edelweiss"
The Cordon Bleu at the panoramic restaurant "Edelweiss" is a French-style cutlet made by wrapping and deep-frying ham and cheese on top of the meat. One bite and you'll be delighted with the crispy texture on the outside, the creamy cheese inside, and the delicious flavor of the juicy beef, creating a wonderful harmony.
Opening hours: 9:00-16:00 (food sales hours: 11:00-15:00)
Komako no Yu,
located close to the Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort, is a hot spring full of elegance and is named after Komako, the heroine of the novel ``Snow Country.''
There is an exhibition corner of Yasunari Kawabata's ``Snow Country.'' The bathtub is a comfortable size that can accommodate about 15 people. Since it is a chloride spring, it is reputed to have a moisturizing effect and to warm you up. There is also a tatami seating area where you can relax. It's convenient because it's open until late. Business hours: 10:00-21:00
Information
Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort
490 Yuzawa, Yuzawa-machi, Minamiuonuma-gun, Niigata Prefecture 949-6101
