The "Super Early Bird" and "Early Bird" discounts for 1-day lift tickets for the 2026-2027 season are already on sale. The earlier you buy, the better the deal you can get. Let's take a look at the 2026-2027 lift ticket information released by each ski resort
*Content is subject to change. Please be sure to check the website of each ski resort when using the early bird rate
List of early bird discount lift day ticket information for the 26th-27th
[Early Bird 1-Day Ticket for Ski Resort Only]
*Clicking on the ski resort name will scroll you to details
| Ski resort name | location | Adults - Lowest Price (tax included) | Lowest price sale period | point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiroro Snow World | Hokkaido | 8,200 yen | 8/1 (Sat) - 2/28 (Sun) 2027 | Gondola lift 1-day pass: Regular price 9,200 yen → 8,200 yen |
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort | Miyagi Prefecture | 4,000 yen | July 25th (Sat) - August 23rd (Sun) | Regular price 6,000 yen → 4,000 yen *Only available for purchase at Eboshi Resort |
| Fujimi Panorama Resort | Nagano Prefecture | 3,600 yen | 8/1 (Sat) - 8/31 (Mon) | Regular price 6,000 yen → 3,600 yen *Web exclusive |
| Togakushi Ski Resort | Nagano Prefecture | 5,950 yen | 7/1 (Wednesday) - 11/30 (Monday) | Regular price 7,000 yen → 5,950 yen |
| Madarao Plateau | Nagano Prefecture | 7,000 yen | 8/1 (Sat) ~ 12/11 (Fri) | All-mountain 1-day pass [Reservation required] Regular price 9,000 yen → 7,000 yen |
| Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Resort | Nagano Prefecture | 6,200 yen | 8/1 (Sat) - 10/31 (Sat) | Regular price 7,000 yen → 6,200 yen |
| Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama/Shibutoge Ski Resort | Nagano Prefecture | 5,500 yen | 8/1 (Sat) - 10/31 (Sat) | Regular price 6,000 yen → 5,500 yen |
| Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort | Niigata Prefecture | 10,400 yen (8.5-hour pass x 2 days @ 5,200 yen) | 8/1 (Sat) - 9/30 (Wed) | "DAY PASS" Early Bird Discount (Limited to Domestic Residents) 1-Day Pass (8.5-hour pass) x 2 days |
| Wing Hills Shiratori Resort | Gifu Prefecture | 11,700 yen (3-piece set @ 3,900 yen) | June 11th (Thu) - September 30th (Wed) | Gondola/Lift Ticket Set (3 tickets) |
[Hokkaido Area] Kiroro Snow World
[Until February 28th, 2027 (Sun)] Get a 1000 yen discount on a one-day gondola lift ticket
Kiroro is close to Sapporo city, so even if you're staying in Sapporo, it's easy to make a day trip there. At its peak, it receives over 5 meters of snow. During the peak season, snow falls almost every night, resetting the course conditions. Another advantage is that the temperature remains consistently low, ensuring high-quality powder snow throughout the season
Freeriders will love the five off-piste areas that can be accessed from entrances set up within the ski resort's managed area. The variety is truly diverse, with beautiful broadleaf forests, varied natural terrain, deep powder spots, and courses that give you a sense of exploration
| Sales location | Early bird sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Navi | 8/1 (Sat) - 2/28 (Sun) 2027 | Adult Gondola Lift 1-Day Ticket | 8,200 yen (9,200 yen) |
[Tohoku Area] Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort
[Until August 23rd (Sun)] On-site sales only!
Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort boasts a location overlooking the Pacific Ocean and features 10 diverse courses, from a dynamic 4.3km cruising course and a challenging course with a maximum slope of 35 degrees to family slopes. The ungroomed courses in the upper area, with their rich terrain, offer the opportunity to enjoy the powder snow unique to Zao
The early bird discount, which allows you to purchase a one-day pass for 2,000 yen less than the regular price, is only available for purchase at the resort. Locals shouldn't miss out on this
| Sales location | Early bird sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort (on-site) | July 25th (Sat) - August 23rd (Sun) | One-day lift ticket | 4,000 yen (6,000 yen) |
[Yatsugatake Area] Fujimi Panorama Ski Resort
[Until August 31st (Wed)] 40% discount to commemorate our 40th anniversary is available for a limited time in August
Conveniently located just 7 minutes from the Suwa-Minami Interchange on the Chuo Expressway and approximately 90 minutes from Tokyo, Fujimi Panorama Ski Resort boasts stunning views of the Yatsugatake Mountains from its gondola lift to an altitude of 1,780m, where you can enjoy a 3km long run. With an 85% chance of clear skies and magnificent mountain scenery, Fujimi Panorama Ski Resort offers a variety of slopes, from advanced runs with a maximum gradient of 29 degrees to wide slopes for beginners
To commemorate the 40th anniversary of its opening on the 26th and 27th, a super early bird ticket offering a 40% discount on a one-day gondola lift ticket (normally 6,000 yen) will be available for 3,600 yen from August 1st (Sat) to August 31st (Mon), exclusively online. This offer is only available to adults and seniors
| Sales location | Early bird sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official website | 8/1 (Sat) ~ 8/31 (Wed) | Super Early Bird Gondola Lift 1-Day Ticket | 3,600 yen (6,000 yen) |
[Shin'etsu Area] Togakushi Ski Resort
[Until November 31st (Monday)] 1-day ticket: 7,000 yen → 5,950 yen. Senior and child discounts also available
Located in Nagano City, Shinshu, Togakushi Ski Resort is a local ski resort boasting superb dry powder and a wide variety of 19 courses. With stunning views of the Togakushi mountain range and the Northern Alps, the resort offers terrain that even advanced skiers will be impressed with, including ungroomed snow and mogul slopes. The resort also offers excellent ski food, including the famous "Togakushi soba" and raclette. The quiet and deep snowy mountains of Togakushi are perfect for skiers who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy a leisurely slope
Early bird lift tickets for Togakushi Ski Resort are on sale until November 30th (Monday). Early bird prices are available not only for adults but also for children and seniors
| Sales location | Sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| snownavi | 7/1 (Wednesday) - 11/30 (Monday) | 1-day lift ticket (adult) | 5,950 yen (7,000 yen) |
| 1-day lift ticket (children) | 3,700 yen (4,500 yen) | ||
| 1-day lift ticket (senior) | 4,950 yen (6,000 yen) |
[Shin'etsu Area] Madarao Kogen Ski Resort
[Until Friday, December 11th] Early bird discount: Ski at Madarao & Tangram for 2,000 yen less!
Madarao Kogen is a popular ski resort that represents the snow-heavy Shinetsu region. Although it is located at an altitude of 1,305m, high-quality snow falls constantly and the excellent conditions are maintained, allowing you to enjoy powder to your heart's content. The quality and quantity of the powder is called "Madapow," and many fans return regularly
Madarao Kogen is also attractive for its course layout that makes use of the undulating natural terrain. In particular, it has the most tree run courses in Japan! The variety of courses is impressive, and it is often called the best in Japan for tree runs. Another advantage is the long powder skiing. Madarao Kogen has an excellent environment for powder freeriding
This all-mountain one-day pass can also be used at the Tangram Ski Circus, which is connected to the resort. However, entry from Madarao Kogen Ski Resort is required
| Sales location | Early bird sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| snownavi | 8/1 (Sat) ~ 12/11 (Fri) | Early Bird Discount All-Mountain 1-Day Pass | 7,000 yen (9,000 yen) |
[Shiga Area] Shiga Kogen Kumanoyu Ski Resort
[Until October 31st (Sat)] Early Bird Discount: ¥7,000 → ¥6,200
Kumanoyu is well-known for its heavy snowfall, even within the Shiga Kogen area. The bowl-shaped ski resort is mostly on north-facing slopes. The slopes, which stretch between altitudes of 1,690 and 1,960 meters, are protected from direct sunlight on the north-facing slopes, allowing the snow conditions to remain excellent for extended periods
With its dry and excellent snow quality, this ski resort, affectionately known as "Kuma-yuki" (Bear Snow), is a popular spot among powder enthusiasts. The beautiful sunset and stunning views of Mt. Kasadake from the top of the third lift (1,960m above sea level) are also unique attractions of Kumanoyu. From there, you can also connect to Yokoteyama Ski Resort. Why not grab an early bird one-day pass and plan a ski and hot spring trip?
| Sales location | Sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| snownavi | 8/1 (Sat) - 10/31 (Sat) | Adult 1-day lift ticket | 6,200 yen (7,000 yen) |
[Shiga Area] Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama/Shibutoge Ski Resort
[Until October 31st (Sat)] Early Bird Discount: ¥6,000 → ¥5,500
Yokoteyama Ski Resort, located at an altitude of over 2,000m, is the highest ski resort in Japan. As a result, the season is long, and you can enjoy long runs until late May. In addition to the superb powder snow, the panoramic view from the summit is a must-see. You can see the Northern Alps, Mount Naeba, and even Mount Fuji in the distance—a truly spectacular view
At Yokoteyama, it's recommended to enjoy freeriding on the walls of the course descending from the summit to the bottom, as well as the undulating tree area at the top, and then enjoy leisurely cruising in the lower section where the slope becomes gentler. Shibu Pass, located behind the top of the lift, is relatively gentle, has a wide course, and is enveloped in a pastoral atmosphere
| Sales location | Sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| snownavi | 8/1 (Sat) - 10/31 (Sat) | Adult 1-day lift ticket | 5,500 yen (6,000 yen) |
[Yuzawa/Minamiuonuma Area] Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort
[Until September 30th (Wed)] Early bird discount on "DAYPASS" which allows you to ski anytime during the season for the amount you purchased
The "DAY PASS," newly introduced for the 2024-2025 season, is incredibly convenient and appreciated by those who plan to visit Ishiuchi Maruyama multiple times during the season. The "DAY PASS" is like a collection of one-day passes that can be used freely for the number of days purchased, anytime during the season.
For example, with a 7DAY PASS, you don't need to use it for seven consecutive days, so you can plan to ski for four days in February and the remaining three days in March. Also, even after using up the purchased days, you can recharge it on a daily basis, allowing you to purchase additional days. There are
also purchase benefits similar to season passes, such as 10% off at the ski resort's restaurants (Observation Terrace Cafe Rokuka), 10% off at the resort center and annex shops, and 20% off performance rentals. Sales are only available by online application in advance. This season, there are also special rates for domestic residents, making it even more affordable.
| Sales location | Sales period | Ticket type | General admission | Domestic Residents Only Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales site (Asoview) | 8/1 (Sat) - 9/30 (Wed) | 2 days | 12,800 yen | 10,400 yen |
| 3 days | 19,200 yen | 15,600 yen | ||
| 4 days | 25,600 yen | 20,800 yen | ||
| 5 days | 32,000 yen | 26,000 yen | ||
| 6 days | 38,400 yen | 31,200 yen | ||
| 7 days | 43,400 yen | 36,400 yen |
[Chukyo Area] Winghills Shiratori Resort
[Until September 30th (Wed)] Set of 3 one-day gondola/lift tickets (shareable)
Wing Hills Shiratori Resort is always bustling with activity in the Oku-Mino area. As it is run by the famous shop "Alpen," it offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of its users
Super early bird lift tickets for Winghills Shirotori Resort are now on sale at Alpen, Sports Depot, and Alpen Outdoors. A set of three 1-day gondola/lift tickets, normally 17,700 yen, is available for 11,700 yen at Alpen stores—a 33% discount. You can get an additional discount of up to 11,100 yen if you purchase gear or clothing. It's also convenient because you can share it with family or a group
| Sales location | Sales period | Ticket type | Early bird price (regular price) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASOVIEW | June 11th (Thu) - September 30th (Wed) | Gondola lift 1-day ticket set of 3 | 11,700 yen - Visit (17,700 yen) 11,100 yen - Gear purchase (17,700 yen) |
