There are many attractive ski resorts around Nagano. While traveling around, you may find yourself wanting some items for the snowy mountains. Here we will introduce some ski pro shops around Nagano that are very convenient for such occasions
Must-visit ski shops in Nagano
Ski Pro Shop Azumino
A great place to stop by when going skiing from Nagano to the Hakuba area
Located in Matsumoto City, east of Matsumoto Castle, easily accessible from Yamabiko Road and Matsumoto City Road 2057. They offer a wide range of services, from sales and rentals to maintenance. Their selection of freeride and backcountry gear is extensive. The shop's philosophy is "full support for curiosity, adventure, and playfulness," and their knowledgeable staff provide attentive service. They are particularly renowned for their boot customization and hand-finishing tuning.
Access: Approximately 80km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://ski-azumino.jp/
COMPASS VILLAGE
COMPASS HOUSE shop and cafe stand
"Make skiing more fun... and more free." COMPASS HOUSE is a place where people, things, and events related to skiing and biking come together. Separate from this main store, COMPASS VILLAGE is a shop located on Oyu Street in Nozawa Onsen Village. The displays inside the store are designed to evoke a natural atmosphere, creating a wonderful atmosphere. There is also a stand-up café, where guests are always chatting over a hot drink after coming down the mountain
Access: Approximately 80 km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://compasshouse.jp/
Shirakaba Rental
You can rent fat skis and have them tuned up right away. Hikage Slope
Shirakaba is a popular and relaxing inn in Nozawa Onsen, one of Japan's most popular ski resorts. Shirakaba runs its shop here. Located on the Hikage slope, which is directly connected to the main slope in the bottom area of Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort and the hot spring town by Yu Road, it is extremely convenient. The first floor offers ski and snowboard rentals and tuning, while the second floor sells ski apparel and soft goods and also houses the cafe and bar Shichirabe Coffee
Access: Approximately 80 km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://shirakaba8.com/rental/
FULLMARKS Hakuba store
We also provide field information and communication spaces
Located just 10 minutes from Hakuba Happo-One Ski Resort, the store manager, who loves skiing, skis every day, thoroughly uses the equipment, and checks its functionality and quality. FULLMARKS Hakuba store is run by a trustworthy manager. Utilizing the experience, knowledge, and skills of staff who are always striving for fun, the store strives to provide a comprehensive support system, from the necessary items and gear selection to how to use them and after-sales support, while communicating thoroughly with customers
Access: Approximately 80 km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://full-marks.com/store/storelist/hakuba/
Material Sports
Shops where you can test ride ID one during the season
Material Sports' Hakuba storethe Hakuba Happo-oneski resort. It's convenient for quickly purchasing any items you suddenly need in the mountains. Furthermore, it's a reliable store that provides prompt on-site assistance in case of accidents such as broken skis or snapped ski poles. They also offer a service to store your tuned-up skis until your next visit to Hakuba.
Access: Approximately 80 km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://www.mshakuba.com/
roundAbout
There are many "This is it!" items filled with the makers' attention to detail
"roundAbout" is a homely, wood-themed snowboard and snow item shop located just a minute's walk from Hakuba Station. The shop is run at its own pace by a family who moved from the city after being captivated by the snowy mountains. Because it's so close to the field, it's a place where snow lovers of all kinds and fun-loving friends gather, forming a community where they can exchange information about snow conditions and timely local information
Access: Approximately 80 km from central Nagano City | Approximately 80 minutes by car.
Official website:https://roundabout.jp